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Rumors circulating about sequel to ‘Dark Knight’

By JEN HANCE | September 11, 2008

After the astounding box office success of "The Dark Knight," there is no wonder that rumors are already flying about the next installment of Christopher Nolan's Batman series. So what exactly does he have in store? First of all, Two-Face is dead. I know,...

Google introduces Chrome browser

By DAN STONE | September 10, 2008

Though still in beta-testing, Google's new browser, Chrome, brings new ideas and a strong aesthetic experience to the table. Compared to Internet Explorer 8 and Firefox 3, Chrome's user-interface is the next great progression. Google's redesign of the...

Palin’s unofficial theme song creates more controversy

By KYLE SPENCER | September 10, 2008

With all the controversy surrounding Sarah Palin, the last thing she needs is a '70s rock band being upset with her. Unfortunately, this has been her current controversy after using Heart's "Barracuda" as her unofficial theme song during the Republican...

Local band hopes to gain local fan base

By JESSICA WELLS | September 10, 2008

On Sept. 13, Tim Lydon, a sophomore communication major, will use his musical talent to entertain, but also to support one of his favorite bands. Lydon's Lombard-based band, Nothing Is Forever, will be playing at the House Cafe, 263 E. Lincoln Highway,...

Network television changes over the years

By DEREK WALKER | September 10, 2008

Scene: Derek Walker's living room, 1996. My mother and father are engaged in a flipping frenzy between television titans "Seinfeld," "Roseanne," "Married With Children" and my personal favorite, "Suddenly Susan." To best avoid a family feud (and perhaps...

Cooking with Flavor: Tabbouleh

By NYSSA BULKES | September 10, 2008

Ethnic foods are often, if not always, tricky. Strange ingredients not found at Wal-Mart combined with the expectation of the unknown would make anyone's stomach turn. Here is an ethnically inspired take-on-the-Indian dish: Serves 2 1 box of couscous...

Filming of broadway production of “Rent” to show at DeKalb

By KYLE SPENCER | September 10, 2008

This month, DeKalb's Carmike Theatre, 2160 Sycamore Road, will be showing an uncut version of one of the greatest Broadway musicals of all time. "Rent" ended its 12-year run on Broadway on Sept. 7 and was filmed to be shown in theaters throughout the...

Phelps to become land-ambassador of folktale continent of Atlantis

By ORLANDO LARA | September 10, 2008

Breaking News with Orlando * With a record of eight Olympic gold medals from Beijing in his rear view mirror and a myriad of guest appearances in his near future, Michael Phelps has announced he will leave the media spotlight by mid-October. "After my...

Tyler Perry’s new movie connects with larger audience

By LINDSEY KASTNING | September 10, 2008

For fans of writer/director/actor Tyler Perry, this Friday will mark the release of Perry's next big film, "Tyler Perry's The Family That Preys." Settling into the familiar family-comedy realm, Perry will deliver another big screen film full of laughs...

The original 90210 cast is not forgotten

By NYSSA BULKES | September 10, 2008

Shannen Doherty's face is everywhere. It's on the latest cover of "US Weekly," the CW's home page and many more entertainment blogs. I give her props; she's aged gracefully. However, it's not her face that's making the news, or her acting credits for...

Top 10 unintentionally dirty song lyrics

By ORLANDO LARA | September 10, 2008

10. "Turn To Stone" - Electric Light Orchestra What the song is about: A man becomes paralyzed with sadness after his woman leaves him. Dirtiest-sounding line after being taken out of context: Yes, I'm turnin', I'm turnin', I'm turnin' to stone. 9. "Love...

Barb City Stompers bring down the House

By LINDSEY KASTNING | September 9, 2008

Sunday was a kicking good time at the House Cafe as the Barb City Stompers put on an entertaining "Dixieland Jazz" concert. With no charge at the door, a five-piece band and a special guest soloist, the concert was not to be missed. Around 1:45 p.m.,...

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