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Billy (Vince Vaughn) and Nick (Owen Wilson) are chosen to intern at Google. Courtesy of The Atlantic

No Ordinary "Internship"

In "The Internship," the reality of unemployment and the need for a happy ending that could only happen in the movies collide when two jobless salesmen find themselves lacking skills that can help them in the digital age. Unsurprisingly, instead of trying to find a steady job through a logical process of applications, they follow their dreams, take a risk and apply for internships at Google. Their journey―and the journey through which they help their fellow interns―is, while cheesy, a touching, powerful and inspiring story.
Edward Snowden, the ex-CIA computer technician who leaked the details of the NSA's operations to the public. Courtesy of The Guardian

TechnoLogical: What is private when it comes to the NSA?

Recently, the NSA has come under heavy fire for its Prism program, which monitors communications on all major platforms. A 29-year-old computer technician for military contractor Booz Allen Hamilton, Edward Snowden, leaked documents detailing this surveillance program.

SilverStyle: Anything but flip flops

As you prep for the summer, give your feet some room to breathe. Lose the sneakers and save your flip-flops for the beach—the possibilities are endless!
Kelly Rowland is back with a throwback to her Destiny's Child roots in "Talk a Good Game." Courtesy of MTV

The Blair Boogie: Albums to welcome summer

Regardless of your summer plans, here are a few promising upcoming albums to start your summer off whether you are looking for some of the old, a little of the new or a bit of the two.
Penguins forwards Sidney Crosby and Chris Kunitz celebrate a game-winning power play goal in the playoffs Courtesy of Chicago Tribune

Sideline Report: NHL conference finals predictions

The Los Angeles Kings will take on the Chicago Blackhawks in the Western Conference, while the Boston Bruins play the Pittsburgh Penguins in the Eastern Conference.

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Violence is violence: The VAWA will expand protection for all Americans

The prevalence of domestic and sexual violence cannot be ignored. A new piece of legislation provides a landmark step towards the right direction.

SCO Says: Prom, TV and other shenanigans

O'Malley wrong to put Maryland's capital punishment on death row

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New Maryland gun law beneficial

There has been a lot of dissent towards O'Malley's new gun regulation, and this may impede his chances of becoming president. But in the end, Maryland's safety is more worthwhile than a mere four-year presidency.

Derek McGinty to speak at Blair graduation

NewsChips: 16 and 17 year-olds can vote in Takoma Park

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Couch Potato: The "Cat" listener

Although, Animal Planet's "My Cat From Hell" may sound like a cat-astrophy, it's surprisingly good and addicting.

Couch Potato: Is there anything new on TV?

"Oblivion" fails to obliterate

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Blair baseball knocked out of playoffs

The Blazers (10-9) lost to the Jaguars (12-6) 5-3 in the second round of the playoffs. Northwest scored all five of their runs in the first inning leaving the Blazers to play catch up the rest of the game.

Baseball advances to second round

Baseball loses on Senior Night