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Mars’ ’24K Magic’ feeds on rape culture

By Sam Malone | December 7, 2017

Bruno Mars’ “24K Magic” plowed its way to receiving six Grammy nominations as he opens his third studio album with autotune vocals which kick immediately into his classically catchy and driven beats.Of those six, the album climbed its way to a nomination...

Jay-Z redeems love with ‘4:44’

By Sam Malone | December 4, 2017

“Kill Jay Z, they’ll never love you, you’ll never be enough,” Jay-Z raps over a droning beat, welcoming listeners to his Grammy nominated album.“4:44,” Jay-Z’s thirteenth studio album, has earned him a total of eight Grammy nominations,...

With few props on stage, the cast of “As You Like It” relied significantly on facial expressions and dramatic movements.

‘As You Like It’ delivers comedy

By Victoria Lunacek | December 4, 2017

With few props on stage, the cast of “As You Like It” relied significantly on facial expressions and dramatic movements.

Beer and Yoga relaxes students

By Victoria Kosuth | November 30, 2017

DeKALB — Once a week those looking to practice balance in the body while cracking a cold one on the side can attend Beer and Yoga at 6 p.m. on Tuesdays at The House, 263 E. Lincoln Highway.Angelina McNeela, 27, founded Beer and Yoga in April 2016 thinking...

Making a schedule helps students visualize to stay focused and prioritize their studying.

Finals organizer and planner

By Victoria Lunacek | November 30, 2017

Making a schedule helps students visualize to stay focused and prioritize their studying.

‘Stranger Things’ reignites binging

By Victoria Kosuth | November 27, 2017

The Duffer brothers are back again with a new season of “Stranger Things,” a series which has kept viewers in horror and suspense as they binge and beg for more.Leading off with the previous season’s events, season two of “Stranger Things” provides...

Designers from all over debuted fashion lines bearing political statements of strength and unity.

Fashion embraces politics

By Cris Rojo | November 27, 2017

Designers from all over debuted fashion lines bearing political statements of strength and unity.

Point/Counterpoint: Christmas music

By Entertainment Contributors | November 20, 2017

Point: It's time to listen to Christmas music Haley Galvin | Entertainment ContributorThere is never a wrong time to get into the Christmas spirit, and students should begin to do so as soon as possible by turning up the radio and jingling all the way.This...

Beni Enas has received two prior Emmy nominations for her work in television, making this her third.

Professor nominated for Emmy

By Haley Galvin | November 20, 2017

Beni Enas has received two prior Emmy nominations for her work in television, making this her third.

‘As You Like It’ Q & A

By Victoria Lunacek | November 20, 2017

*The following text has been edited for length and is not directly quoted.One of William Shakespeare’s most popular plays, “As You Like It,” is taking the stage in a new light. Setting it in modern times, director Stanton Davis puts a new twist...

‘Orient’ thrills viewers

By Victoria Kosuth | November 16, 2017

Kenneth Branagh’s film adaptation of “Murder on the Orient Express” hinges on suspense and mystery, keeping audience members biting at their nails as the tension grows and the film develops into a beautiful piece of art.Full of intense moments,...

Fall comfort food recipe for dorms

By Haley Galvin | November 16, 2017

Not having an oven or a conventional kitchen in residence halls makes it hard to concoct fall comfort food, but there are ways around this obstacle to help satisfy students’ hunger and sweet, late night cravings.Here is a salted caramel mug cake that...