“Percy Jackson & the Olympians” is a beloved series that has garnered a fandom similar to “Harry Potter” or “The Hunger Games,” but with a Greek mythology twist. Out of the five-book series, only two films were made. While fans were excited...

If you’ve spent your time over spring break binging everything on your list of TV shows and movies to watch, here are some ideas of what you should try next and what some of us at the Northern Star will be enjoying this weekend. 10 Things I Hate...

Jalen Smith, also known as Visionary J, re-released his first two mixtapes earlier this year that are about being a kid, shooting for the stars and wanting to succeed. Smith graduated from NIU in June 2021 with an art degree. Smith released “Cloud...

Companionship is something many people strive to have. Pets can be great companions and can be helpful to fight feeling homesick, but the reality is that college students have busy lives. If you’re a student looking to adopt a pet, here are some manageable...

There are moments in life when we aren’t always feeling the best. There are days when we may feel uninspired. It’s OK to feel this way in order to recharge. Nothing beats finding something that inspires or brings joy either. With films being a huge...

The 2022 Oscars are happening later this month on March 27 and for movie fans, it’s like our Super Bowl. The program lasts about three hours and awards films that premiered in 2021. Here are the predictions for the “Big Five” categories.  Best...

With “cuffing season” coming to a close and “hot girl/boy summer” right around the corner, you could be noticing an influx of breakups happening right about now. If you’ve just been dumped here are some tips and tricks for getting over it.  Buy...

Editor’s Note: This review will contain spoilers and content about the topic of a school shooting which can be triggering to many, so read with caution or go watch the film and come back later. “The Fallout” is a film written and directed by...

The murder mystery film “Death on the Nile” was released in theaters on Feb. 11. The film has an abundance of well known actors and actresses including Kenneth Branagh, Armie Hammer, Gal Gadot, Letita Wright and Russell Brand. The actors lived up...

The season finale of the popular HBO Max series “Euphoria” has already been released. If you were binging that and are unsure what to watch this weekend, here is what some of us at the Northern Star will be watching for some ideas. Space Force...

The steampunk series “Arcane” was one of the most surprising things to come out of 2021, quickly reaching the top spot on Netflix. Boasting a massive world and a layered, complex conflict, “Arcane” seems to buck the trends for video game adaptations...

Japanese animation is becoming more popular than it has ever been and with that popularity comes an increase in fans. Coming up with gift ideas to give to someone who is an anime fan may seem like a daunting task, especially if you happen to be unfamiliar...