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The red, pink and yellow rangers battle against a squad of enemies. "Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita's Return" will be released on Dec. 10 and feature regular "beat-em-up" style gameplay. (IGN under Fair Use)

Power Rangers unite in new beat-em-up style game

By Jonathan Shelby, Assistant Lifestyle Editor | November 11, 2024

The Mighty Morphin Power Rangers return to take on evil once again to fight for justice once more.  On Oct. 29, a trailer for the upcoming game, “Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita’s Rewind,” revealed another look at the new “beat-em-up”...

A logo shows the title for Disney+'s Marvel miniseries "Agatha All Along." This show concluded its nine episodes on Oct. 30. (Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons)

‘Agatha All Along’ drops bombshells

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer | November 11, 2024

Something Wiccan this way comes as magical mayhem ushers in a new era of witches into the Marvel Cinematic Universe.  The Disney+ hit show “Agatha All Along” featured a number of crazy twists and turns and brought the same amount of dark humor...

The Chinese Music Ensemble performs in El Grito to celebrate the anniversaries of Independence for various Latin American countries. The World Music program met their goal of $10,000 through their fundraiser last Monday. (Dr. Jui-Ching Wang | NIU)

‘World Music’ gains funds for new equipment

By Jonathan Shelby, Assistant Lifestyle Editor | November 8, 2024

In a race to earn funds for the World Music Program, members of the NIU World Music Program successfully reached their goal of raising $10,000 on Monday.  The NIU World Music Program is a division at NIU that specializes in helping learning musicians...

Jonathan Shelby stands in front of a sign for "Machinal." This weekend, check out this play and the New Music Festival: Concert #3. (Brynn Krug | Northern Star)

Weekend Rundown: Music and ‘Machinal’ madness

By Jonathan Shelby, Assistant Lifestyle Editor | November 7, 2024

This Weekend Rundown Writeup features several musical events and concerts as well as a drama by the School of Theatre and Dance from last weekend.  NEW MUSIC FESTIVAL: CONCERT #3 Date and Time: 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday Location: Music Building,...

Future speaks into a microphone at the SPIN party at Stubb's. Future's latest album release is "MIXTAPE PLUTO." (Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons)

Future’s return of Pluto is a vulnerable take

By Brynn Hussemann, Lifestyle Writer | November 6, 2024

In “Mixtape Pluto,” Future brings out his long overdue alter ego, “Pluto.” The tracks take an interesting dive into future highs and lows of his experience, dedication and perseverance throughout his career.   Future is a well known artist,...

This cover image released by Columbia Records shows "CHROMAKOPIA" by Tyler, the Creator. While the album has its highlights, it doesn't compare to Tyler, The Creator's previous releases. (Columbia Records via AP)

‘CHROMAKOPIA’ album is underwhelming

By Eddie Miller, Assistant Sports Editor | November 6, 2024

On Oct. 28, Tyler, the Creator released his highly anticipated album, “CHROMAKOPIA,” which is his eighth studio album. “CHROMAKOPIA” had its high points, and I enjoyed the album but was left slightly underwhelmed.  As a self-proclaimed rap...

The Huskie Closet offers free second-hand clothes to the NIU community. Located in the Chick Evans Field House, Room 102, it is open from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesdays and from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays. (Northern Star File Photo)

Huskie Closet provides free, sustainable clothes for students

By Brynn Krug, Lifestyle Editor | November 6, 2024

For affordable clothing, NIU students don’t have to go far. The Huskie Closet is a student-led project that offers free second-hand casual and business clothing to NIU students and members of the surrounding community. Located in the Chick Evans...

An Owala and Stanley water bottle sit next to each other. These popular water bottles each have their pros and cons. (Brynn Krug | Northern Star)

Water bottles go head to head: Stanley vs Owala

By Yari Tapia, Lifestyle Writer | November 4, 2024

Trends come and go in the blink of an eye, but something that hasn’t changed is the need for hydration – and the desire for the coolest water bottle in town. In every place, there will be someone with a water bottle in tow.  There are countless...

Shadow the Hedgehog speeds through "Act 1" of the Kingdom Valley zone. "Sonic X Shadow Generations" was released last month featuring stories around Sonic the Hedgehog and Shadow the Hedgehog. (SEGA under Fair Use)

‘Sonic X Shadow Generations,’ a perfect representation of two icons

By Jonathan Shelby, Assistant Lifestyle Editor | November 4, 2024

Our favorite edgy hedgehog returns to face friends and enemies who haunt him from his past in “Sonic X Shadow Generations.”  Released Oct. 25 as a re-release of the original “Sonic Generations,” “Sonic X Shadow” generations is the newest...

A sign for “Machinal” is adorned with flowers and small stones. This play tells the true story of a woman sentenced to execution via the electric chair. (Brynn Krug | Northern Star)

‘Machinal,’ a physical performance of mental instability

By Brynn Hussemann, Lifestyle Writer | November 3, 2024

Trembling, shaking, gasping for air on a subway train on the way to work, Helen Jones suffers a panic attack. This opening scene of “Machinal” shocks the audience immediately.  The School of Theatre and Dance flourishingly illustrated mental health...

Jonathan Shelby stands dressed as Coach Prime. This weekend, check out the Farewell to Alebrijes event at the Founders Memorial Library. (Brynn Krug | Northern Star)

Weekend Rundown: Dark dramas and more this weekend

By Jonathan Shelby, Assistant Lifestyle Editor | October 31, 2024

This weekend, enjoy events such as a dark play by the NIU School of Theatre and Dance, a celebration of Dia de los Muertos at the Egyptian Theatre and more.  DEKALB HIGH SCHOOL THEATER FALL PLAY – “HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD” Date...

A poster for “Machinal” hangs in the Stevens Building. This NIU School of Theatre and Dance play begins shows at 7:30 p.m. Friday. (Brynn Krug | Northern Star)

‘Machinal’ comes to the Black Box Theatre

By Brynn Hussemann, Lifestyle Writer | October 30, 2024

Friday debuts the next School of Theatre and Dance production, the play “Machinal.” “Machinal,” written by Sophie Treadwell and directed by Alexander Gelman, tells the true story of Ruth Snyder, a woman who was declared guilty of killing...