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‘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.

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...

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...

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...

‘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,...

Roller derby builds pride

By Haley Galvin | November 13, 2017

DeKALB — Racing around the track by the name of Killer Kewpie, Carissa Hartwig dedicates much of her life to roller derby and has developed a lifestyle around her passion on the rink.Hartwig, a senior communication major at NIU, said each player on...

Sam Smith breaks emotional barriers

By Nathaniel Repay | November 9, 2017

Sam Smith’s “The Thrill of It All,” released Friday, introduces some change and growth in Smith’s musical style. The album is full of Smith’s signature belting voice, honest thoughts about relationships and love and the hybrid of sadness and...

Thanksgiving playlist

By Sam Malone | November 9, 2017

1. “American Pie” by Don McLean2. “Brown Sugar” by The Rolling Stones3. “Cheeseburger in Paradise” by Jimmy Buffett4. “Tangerine” by Led Zeppelin5. “Peaches” by The Presidents of the United States of America6. “Lemon Tree” by Peter,...

Stage Coach Players bring back radio

By Victoria Lunacek | November 6, 2017

Stage Coach Players brought the audience back to radio’s prime in the 1930s with creativity, comedy and suspense Friday night at their theater, 126 S. Fifth St.Broadcasting on stage, 15 talented voice artists put on two popular programs with ease and...

Dark themes contrast vibrancy in “Thor: Ragnarok”

By Haley Galvin | November 6, 2017

“Thor: Ragnarok” delivers a vibrant contrast of action, drama and comedy as it embodies everything the Marvel Universe has become, all in one movie.The trailer teased fans with very bright colors, music and action contrasting the dark, mysterious...