With Thanksgiving break over and finals week coming up take some time this weekend to relax in between studying with these recommendations ranging from horror to adventure.  “SMILE” (PARAMOUNT+)  “Smile” came out in theaters in September...

Romanticizing studying is about conceiving an aesthetic that makes doing schoolwork enjoyable, or at the least makes it bearable.  Romanticizing is defined as the act of making an idea, thing or object seem more appealing than it actually is. To study...

Pokémon trainers rushed to the lush and beautiful land of Paldea, where bold adventures and vibrant colors thrive. Unfortunately, the games’ own limitations hampered this experience.  The long-awaited ninth generation of Pokémon games – Pokémon...

On Nov. 15, The Recording Academy announced the 2023 Grammy Award nominations. The nominations feature the usual names, but as always it is interesting to see who was, and was not, nominated.  RECORD OF THE YEAR  10 tracks were nominated for record...

Music and magic collide in "Disenchanted," a charming tale full of wonder and whimsical daydreams where we learn the truth of what really happens after 'happily ever after.'  Have you ever made a wish with all your heart? Have you wondered what your...

To my fellow bookworms, this one’s for you. From fantasy to mystery, there is no better book recommendation than a personal one. Here are five books to add to the holiday shopping list.  For the history nerds who love fantasy “Babel: An Arcane...

The NIU Jazz Orchestra held its second concert this semester on Nov. 17 in preparation for the Jack Rudin Jazz Championship that the group was invited to participate in. The Rudin Championship is an invitational competition that Jazz at Lincoln Center...

Editor’s Note: This review will contain spoilers, so read with caution or watch the film and come back later. “Tár” was a music lover's dream, but a plot lover's worst nightmare.  “Tár” had its extended release on Oct. 28, though it...

Music is at the heart of the human experience. On Nov. 17, people were treated to the musical history of banda in different regions of Mexico. Guest lecturer Eric Hines, an ethnomusicologist and Sones de México Ensemble percussionist, gave an informative...

From the heart of Mexico comes a stunning and delicious meal. Inspired by my family's rich cultural traditions, here’s a modern take on classic recipes. Quesadillas often consist of melted cheese inside a tortilla and have been made in Mexico since...