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This Sept. 9, 2018, photo shows actress Carey Mulligan, a cast member in the film "Wildlife," posing for a portrait during the Toronto International Film Festival in Toronto.

Films to see from Sundance 2020

By Jacob Baker | February 4, 2020

After 10 days of films, documentaries and shorts, the 36th annual film festival awarded some of the best new and upcoming talent in film. These five films are ones to keep a keen eye out for once they are officially released.The biggest hype surrounding...

Jennifer Lopez and daughter Emme Maribel Muniz perform Sunday during halftime of the NFL Super Bowl 54 football game.

Super Bowl LIV Halftime Show impresses viewers

By Parker Otto | February 3, 2020

The Pepsi Halftime Show of Super Bowl LIV proved one thing: Shakira and Jennifer Lopez are just as relevant today as they were 20 years ago. The duo's performance was incredible and served as an tribute to Latin American culture, while completely demolishing...

Top 5 Super Bowl commercials

By Jemea Green | February 3, 2020

Number 5 – Hulu: “Tom Brady’s Big Announcement”With Tom Brady getting older, there has been a lot of speculation as to whether or not he would retire. He also posted a picture on Twitter making it seem like he might be done with football, or maybe...

Globetrotter Dazzle Kidoń does tricks with a basketball Thursday during the Harlem Globetrotters game at the Convocation Center.

Globetrotters energize the Convo

By Mattieu Kotters | February 2, 2020

The Harlem Globetrotters visited the Convocation Center Thursday, delighting families with equal parts variety and athleticism in a family-friendly show that honored their time-tested legacy. The Globetrotters took to the court to begin the show, followed...

'Clue' comes to the Egyptian Theatre

‘Clue’ comes to the Egyptian Theatre

By Jacob Baker | January 31, 2020

The Irrational Masters will shadow cast their upcoming live performance of the 1985 cult classic “Clue.” Shadow casting is a performance where actors mirror the film as it plays on a screen. The show will be 8 p.m. Friday at the Egyptian Theatre,...

Finn Wolfhard (left), who plays Miles Fairchild, and Brooklynn Prince, who plays Flora Fairchild, in "The Turning."

‘The Turning’ disappoints with bland story and poor execution

By Jacob Baker | January 30, 2020

“The Turning” is as bland as a January horror film can get. Being another adaptation of the 1898 horror novel “The Turn of the Screw,” “The Turning” retains a lot of the dark, disturbing and intriguing material, but the execution is nowhere...

Top 10 Super Bowl halftime shows since 2010

Top 10 Super Bowl halftime shows since 2010

By Jacob Baker | January 30, 2020

Since the late 1960s, the Super Bowl halftime show has been a tradition of entertainment. The show often consists of one or several musical artists performing their hits accompanied by interchanging set pieces and colorful visuals. This will be a list...

Victor E. Pub Feb.1, 2020, during NIU's game against Miami University-Ohio at the Convocation Center.

Victor E. Pub offers fans food and beverages with a view of the action

By Quentin Wilson | January 30, 2020

DeKALB — Students are now given a new option to watch, get comfortable and enjoy home games here at NIU.On January 11th, the Convocation Center hosted the opening of the Victor E. Pub located on the west end, on the track above the basketball court."We...

Comedian keeps humor family-friendly

Comedian keeps humor family-friendly

By Parker Otto | January 29, 2020

Comedian Brian Regan delivered family-friendly humor Sunday in a fantastic stand-up act at the Egyptian Theatre.The show touched on marching bands, starvation and political opinions, with all jokes resulting in a lot of laughs.Regan delivered clean-cut...

Nathan Morris, from left, Wanya Morris, Shawn Stockman, of Boyz II Men‎, and Alicia Keys, second left, sing a tribute in honor of the late Kobe Bryant, seen on screen, at the 62nd annual Grammy Awards  Sunday in Los Angeles.

Grammy Awards draws lowest ratings since 2008

By Jacob Baker | January 28, 2020

The 2020 Grammy Awards takes big steps in recognizing diversity on all fronts. Hosted by Alicia Keys, the Grammys awarded artists like Billie Eilish and Lizzo in major categories while also giving credit to artists like Tyler, The Creator and Lil Nas...

Jazz at the Egyptian enchanted audience Saturday

By Jamie O'Toole | January 28, 2020

At the fourth annual Jazz at the Egyptian show four local jazz groups rocked the stage, allowing composers like Duke Ellington to live on.Jazz in Progress, the Sycamore High School Jazz Ensemble, the DeKalb High School Jazz Ensemble and the NIU Jazz Orchestra...

Ingredients need for Taco Dip

Taco dip recipe perfect for Super Bowl

By Jacob Roushia | January 28, 2020

Looking for snacks for the upcoming Super Bowl or a family gathering? This taco dip is easy to make, cheap and, most importantly, tastes great!Ingredients:Two eight ounce packages of cream cheese Two diced tomatoes Two diced green pepper16 ounce container...