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Jonathan Shelby stands behind the Weekend Rundown logo. This Weekend Writeup contains events such as the "Rocky Horror Picture Show," "Self-Care Fair" and more. (Ryan Day | Northern Star)

‘Rocky Horror,’ self-care this weekend

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Editor | February 21, 2025

In this Weekend Writeup, you can find events such as an outdoor campfire, a performance by the Kishwaukee Symphony Orchestra and more.  FREE FRIDAY FIRE SERIES WITH NIU ADVENTURES! Date and Time: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday  Location: Adventure...

A photo of Drake and PARTYNEXTDOOR's album "$ome $exy $ongs 4 U" released Feb. 14. "$ome $exy $ongs 4 U" is not the album that will help Drake's legacy. (PARTYNEXTDOOR under Fair Use)

Drake’s newest attempt to regain stardom falls short

By Kahlil Kambui, Assistant Lifestyle Editor | February 19, 2025

  Drake and PARTYNEXTDOOR released their R&B Valentine's Day album “$OME $EXY $ONGS 4 U” on Friday, and it is the safest play Drake could have made after his diss track battle with Kendrick Lamar. This is Drake’s first album after...

Spider-Man and Daredevil fight on top of a helicopter under the light of the moon. "Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man" features several character developments and easter eggs to Marvel comics. (Marvel Entertainment under Fair Use)

‘Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man’ continues to impress

By Ethan Quirk, Lifestyle Writer | February 19, 2025

Editor’s note: Contains spoilers.     Tensions and stakes rise in “Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man” as the series continues and critical events occur in the story. Episodes 2 through 8 have put Peter Parker in nerve-wracking...

The status screen of the PlayStation network shows all systems are operational. The PSN went offline for nearly 24 hours with the cause being unknown. (PlayStation under Fair Use)

PlayStation Network outage frustrates weekend gamers

By Alex Lockwood, Lifestyle Writer | February 19, 2025

In previous years, PlayStation has become the victim of several hacking attacks and obstructions toward their online servers. At 5 p.m. CST Feb. 7, reports came in from PlayStation users around the globe that the PlayStation Network (PSN) was experiencing...

A poster for "Holler River" hangs on a wall in the Holmes Student Center. The NIU School of Theatre and Dance will be performing for the second time this semester this weekend. (Jonathan Shelby | Northern Star)

‘Holler River’ a dark, heart wrenching homecoming

By Ethan Quirk, Lifestyle Writer | February 18, 2025

When someone comes home after being away for a long time, they are usually met with joy and excitement, however, this isn’t the case for En in “Holler River,” who after experiencing the horrors of war comes back to a town devoid of hope. Performed...

Jonathan Shelby stands behind the Weekend Rundown logo. This Weekend Writeup features events such as the School of Theatre and Dance's newest production and a virtual reality event. (Ryan Day | Northern Star)

‘Holler River,’ virtual reality this weekend

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Editor | February 13, 2025

In this Weekend Writeup, you can find events such as the first performance of the semester by the School of Theatre and Dance, an experience with virtual reality and more.  SCHOOL OF THEATRE AND DANCE PRESENTS HOLLER RIVER Time and Date: 7:30 p.m....

Mark Grayson (Invincible) receives his new costume from Art in the newest episodes of Invincible. The first three episodes of Invincible released Feb. 6.(Prime Video under Fair Use)

‘Invincible’ Season 3 starts off strong

By Kahlil Kambui, Assistant Lifestyle Editor | February 13, 2025

With a new season of “Invincible” released Feb. 6, the hard hitting action and complex emotional depth is back and it absolutely did not disappoint. Season 3 of “Invincible” brought with its new release answers to questions such as “Will...

Assistant Video Editor Ryan Day, Assistant Lifestyle Editor Kahlil Kambui and Videographer Alexis Williams discuss their thoughts and reactions to "Heart Eyes." "Heart Eyes" is a slasher horror that takes place on Valentine's Day. (Ryan Day | Assistant Video Editor)

StarNotes: Lovely horror to celebrate Valentine’s Day

By Jonathan Shelby, Lifestyle Editor | February 12, 2025

In this episode of StarNotes, Assistant Lifestyle Editor Kahlil Kambui, Assistant Video Editor Ryan Day and Videographer Alexis Williams discuss the details of the new horror movie “Heart Eyes” and their thoughts on it as a whole. 

Four players try to knock each other out of the ring using the characters Steven Universe, Batman, Velma and Bugs Bunny. MultiVersus just announced their live service will end on May 30 at the end of Season Five. (Warner Bros. Games under Fair Use)

‘MultiVersus’ shuts down live service

By Alex Lockwood, Lifestyle Writer | February 12, 2025

Warner Brothers’ live-service platform fighter “MultiVersus” is ending its online service on May 30. It was announced in a post on X, as well as on a blog post on the game’s official website.  Released May 28 2024 and developed by Player First...

A couple sit close together watching television. Valentine's Day is the perfect time to check out a few feel-good, romance movies. (GettyImages)

Movies to adore this Valentine’s Day

By Olivia Zapf, Copy Editor | February 12, 2025

Looking for some films to carry you through the Valentine’s Day weekend? Here are some feel-good and romance recommendations for your next V-Day watch.  “10 Things I Hate About You” A 1999 classic, “10 Things I Hate About You” follows...

A hand holds the chocolate-covered strawberry crème frappuccino from Starbucks. Several coffee shops welcome Valentine's Day with love-themed drinks (Ethan Rodriguez | Northern Star)

Valentine’s Day drinks to share

By Caleb Johnson, Lifestyle Writer | February 12, 2025

In dreary February, sweet treats and pink hearts are just what the doctor ordered as the annual day of love fast approaches. Nothing gets you in the Valentine’s Day spirit like a delightful variety of colorful and sugary concoctions with notes of...