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Marvel comics turned into zombies is a good read

By ORLANDO LARA | September 19, 2008

A couple years ago, Marvel Comics managed to transform its core group of heroes and villains into a group of zombies. About time. All of the publisher's charactersâ€"Captain America, Hulk, Spider-Man, Iron Man and the restâ€"were turned into flesh-eating...

Favorite moments from ‘Big Brother 10’

By JEN HANCE | September 19, 2008

It is officially over. "Big Brother 10" is complete. As of Wednesday night, the doors of the Big Brother house opened, and the winner emerged. After watching every episode religiously of CBS's "Big Brother 10," it was hard to say goodbye to the 13 houseguests...

Old movie classics better than newer box office hits?

By HEATHER SKRIP | September 19, 2008

Annual polls always rank "Citizen Kane" as the greatest movie of all time. In a recent blog, Roger Ebert mentioned that he agrees that "Citizen Kane" is the greatest movie, but admitted to using the movie as a scapegoat when asked his favorite. He stated...

Violin recital stuns audience

By DAVID MATZ | September 19, 2008

The Northern Illinois University School of Music showcased an amazing violin and accordion recital on Wednesday night. John Novak, music theory professor and accordionist, was joined by his long-time friend and violinist Javier Chaparro. Those who hadn't...

Strawberry support on the rise since war on terror

By ORLANDO LARA | September 19, 2008

The debate over America's most patriotic fruit has ended. The winner: Strawberries. In honor of the fruit's newest award, a special ceremony will be held Saturday on the White House lawn. During the pre-lunch ceremony, President George W. Bush will present...

Beer of the week: Landshark Lager

By DAN STONE | September 19, 2008

Beer of the Week: Landshark Lager Grade: C Landshark Lager is an American-style lager best suited as a summertime beer. The beer is smooth, very light and not filling. The Good: Landshark has a relatively high ABV rating considering how light the brew...

Stephen Colbert can sing?

By ORLANDO LARA | September 19, 2008

"The Colbert Report" has solidified Stephen Colbert as a powerhouse TV host, but that's not enough anymore. He has been slowly transforming his show into more of a variety show than a "straight" fake-news program, ala "The Daily Show." He has done this...

“Monk” reaches 100th episode

By LINDSEY KASTNING | September 18, 2008

On Sept. 5, the USA network series "Monk" hit 100 episodes. Ever since the series began on July 12, 2002, Mr. Monk has become a familiar and favorite character in homes across the nation. What is so enjoyable about another detective show? Monk, played...

Humans vs. Zombies to return in October

By ORLANDO LARA | September 18, 2008

The ground floor of DuSable Hall was filled with more than 60 students ready to take part in the human resistance as they organized for the impending zombie threat. President Caitlin Yimet, Vice President Timothy Peterson, founder Emily Sturnfield and...

Cooking With Flavor: budget-friendly spanokopita

By NYSSA BULKES | September 18, 2008

College Student's Spanokopita: This recipe is a cheap, easy take on the Greek dish spanokopita that only uses a handful of ingredients. Serves 4 1 tube of crescent rolls 1 package frozen spinach ¾ cup goat cheese salt, pepper, tomato powder (optional)...

Flavors of the Week: Neopolitan honors

By NYSSA BULKES | September 18, 2008

This week, the flavors are dictated by good will. Look at it like a scoop of Neopolitan Ice Cream, if you will. The niftiest person or group is honored with chocolate. Strawberry goes to second fiddle, with vanilla going to whoever warranted a "Yeah,...

Ne-Yo’s new concept album all about the gentleman

By LINDSEY KASTNING | September 18, 2008

review: Ne-Yo- "Year Of The Gentleman" rating: 9/10 Ne-Yo's latest album "Year of the Gentleman," is sure to spice up the playlist of any boring iPod. The R&B singer's third album is one of the sexiest summer albums around. However, the slow jams...

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