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The National faces demons

By Nathaniel Repay | September 14, 2017

After a four-year break between albums, The National rises like a mythical phoenix with the Sep. 8 release of “Sleep Well Beast,” their seventh studio album. The new installment from The National is powerful, beautiful and haunting, all in one.These...

Fashionable sticky note calendar

By Victoria Lunacek | September 14, 2017

Staying fashionably organized is the goal of many college students as they juggle class schedules, work, internships and homework. Old fashioned calendars have long been the common way to keep track of those important dates, but they are about to become...

Digital mediums change art

By Haley Galvin | September 14, 2017

DeKalb | “Objectifying the Photographer,” an exhibit featuring the modern forms of digital photography, is open now through Oct. 20 at the NIU Art Museum located in Altgeld Hall.“Photography has gone through a radical reinvention in recent history...

LCD Soundsystem has returned with an anxious and exploding album for fans to enjoy.

LCD Soundsystem returns with anxiety-filled album

By Ryan Janovic | September 11, 2017

In 2011 James Murphy, founder and leader of dance-rock group LCD Soundsystem, did something most people struggle to do; he quit when he was ahead. After leading one of the most critically acclaimed outfits of the past 15 years, Murphy surprised everyone...

‘Defenders’ defeats doubt

By Ryan Janovic | September 11, 2017

Since 2015 Marvel has been trying to emulate on Netflix the success it’s had in theaters. They’ve approached both mediums with a similar strategy: to establish characters and stories individually and let them grow until they can finally bring all...

The Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second Street

Moviegoers save big with app

By Nathaniel Repay | September 7, 2017

The Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second Street, is one of two local theaters participating in the MoviePass app with students jumping on the opportunity to save money and see movies.

Throwback playlist

By Sam Malone | September 7, 2017

via GIPHY1. “All Along the Watchtower” by Jimi Hendrix2. “The Acid Queen” by The Who3. “Telephone Line” by Electric Light Orchestra4. “2,000 Lightyears Away” by Green Day5. “Chantilly Lace” by The Big Boppervia GIPHY6. “Wild Horses”...

"Science Fiction" dropped jaws the moment it was released, topping charts at No. 1 with Brand New's classic style.

August leaves music lovers enthusiastic

By Tony Blanco | September 7, 2017

"Science Fiction" dropped jaws the moment it was released, topping charts at No. 1 with Brand New's classic style.

Strawberry recipe for residence halls

By Tony Blanco | September 5, 2017

Living in a residence hall with only a microwave to cook with does not mean having to go without delicious desserts. Here is a no-bake recipe for a Strawberry Nutella Icebox Cake students can prepare in 15 minutes.Ingredients:½ teaspoon ground cinnamon2...

VMA artists transform public image

By Nathaniel Repay | September 5, 2017

The 2017 Video Music Awards offered a first look at how many of today’s biggest stars are reinventing themselves and their images.The VMAs took place Aug. 27 at The Forum in Inglewood, California. The event featured red carpet appearances by the biggest...

Families explore campus

By Haley Galvin | September 5, 2017

DeKalb | Family Weekend is Friday through Sunday and there are a wide variety of activities for students to choose from as they welcome their families to experience a bit of their college life.“Students participate in a diverse variety of events because...