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Northern Star

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Northern Star

The Student News Site of Northern Illinois University

Northern Star

"Friends" actors (left) Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Matthew Perry, Lisa Kudrow, David Schwimmer and Matt LeBlanc sitting in a park during "Friends: The Reunion." The group was asked if Ross and Rachel were on a break during this conversation.

Poll: Were Ross and Rachel on a break?

By Angelina Padilla-Tompkins | March 21, 2023

A debate that has plagued the fans of the ‘90s sitcom “Friends,” is whether Ross and Rachel were on a break.  Ross and Rachel had an on again, off again relationship through the 10 season show. The first mention of the opulent taking a break...

The Patterson Hall East sits on an overcast Winter day. NIU's housing cost does not reflect its poor condition. (Tim Dodge | Northern Star)

NIU housing cost does not reflect dorm conditions

By Angelina Padilla-Tompkins, Senior Opinion Columnist | March 20, 2023

NIU housing has left students with broken elevators, surrounded by flooding and leaking. The housing cost needs to reflect the low-quality dorms.  In 2022, Patterson Hall East had three separate occasions where a pipe burst and students were affected...

CARTOON: Spring Forth

By Isaac Trusty, Cartoonist | March 19, 2023

A young woman scrolling through streaming options on her television. Each streaming service has its pros and cons, but which one is the best?

Poll: Which streaming service do you use most often?

By Emily Beebe, Opinion Columnist | March 14, 2023

In recent years, streaming services have become increasingly popular as people turn away from traditional cable television. With the rise of platforms like Netflix, Hulu and Amazon Prime Video, viewers are able to access a wider range of content on-demand...

Two wooden figures with a heart shaped hole in between them. Columnist Nanette Nkolomoni expresses that friends growing apart is a natural process.

That Time I… realized outgrowing friendships is normal

By Nanette Nkolomoni, Opinion Columnist | March 10, 2023

Friendships are something I value and cherish deeply. The feeling of being understood and having a confidant that not only respects you but is there for you through highs and lows is priceless. The first best friend I ever had, I met in the second-grade....

CARTOON: May flowers

By Isaac Trusty, Cartoonist | March 9, 2023

A researcher working on creating genetically modified organisms in a lab. Senior columnist Angelina Padilla-Tompkins and columnist Lucy Atkinson look at the pros and cons of having GMOs in our plants and foods.

Look Both Ways: Are GMOs good for us?

By Angelina Padilla-Tompkins and Lucy Atkinson | March 9, 2023

Genetically modified organisms (GMOs) are foods, animals and microorganisms that are changed genetically. It has been a long debate about whether GMOs are good or not, and many countries have even created laws to reflect those debates.  GMOs are not...

No more ‘boys will be boys,’ let’s hold them accountable

By Lucy Atkinson, Opinion Columnist | March 8, 2023

The CDC recently released a report documenting a significant increase in depression among teenage girls. The report also revealed a possible reason behind this wave of sadness and stress: a horrifying increase in sexual violence against teenage girls....

Street Interviews: Selena Gomez or Hailey Bieber?

By Lucy Atkinson | March 7, 2023

DeKALB – As Selena Gomez and Hailey Bieber fans battle for the honor of their favored celebrity, the situation is becoming increasingly heated. Among NIU students, the general consensus seems to be an urgency to rally behind Selena, who has remained...

Bourbon Street during a Mardi Gras celebration on Fat Tuesday.

The Time I… attended Mardi Gras 

By Angelina Padilla-Tompkins | March 7, 2023

I first visited New Orleans in December 2019, and ever since then I told myself I would return one year for Mardi Gras; 2023 was the year I made it happen.  My fiance and I both turned 21 this year, so our trip to New Orleans turned into a birthday...

Columnist Nanette Nkolomoni debates the topic of whether or not men should practice obstetrics and gynecology because of the potential of making women feel uncomfortable in certain situations.

Poll: Are patients comfortable having a male gynecologist?

By Nanette Nkolomoni, Opinion Columnist | March 7, 2023

The number of men entering the field of obstetrics and gynecology (OB-GYN) is decreasing while the number of women entering the field is increasing, according to the National Library of Medicine; in 2019, nearly 84% of residents in obstetrics and gynecology...

Spain recently passed a bill allowing menstruating employees to take paid leave ranging from three to five days.

United States ought to provide paid menstrual leave

By Nanette Nkolomoni and Lucy Atkinson | March 6, 2023

Amid a series of sexual rights reforms, Spain has begun offering menstrual leave to employees. For the health and comfort of all menstruating people, the United States should follow suit.   Spain’s new bill, passed into law on Feb. 16, will provide...

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