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Northern Star

The Student News Site of Northern Illinois University

Northern Star

The Student News Site of Northern Illinois University

Northern Star

SA plans to improve campus involvement

By Tom Burton | October 1, 2018

The Student Association Senate filled the occupancies of several positions and passed a major bill in Sunday’s meeting at the Regency Room of the Holmes Student Center.Tristan Martin, Speaker of the Senate, led parliamentary procedure in electing three...

‘Iron Fist’ Season 2 Doesn’t Pack a Punch

By Sarah LaLond | October 1, 2018

Marvel’s genius, billionaire and philanthropist, Danny Rand, played by Finn Jones, came back on Sept. 7 in season 2 of “Iron Fist” on Netflix. However, unlike Tony Stark, Danny isn’t a compelling character.Every other Marvel Netflix TV series...

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Embrace Fall at Local Apple Orchards

By Rachel Sanchez | September 30, 2018

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‘Afflicted’: Misunderstood Netflix Show

By Maddie Barrett | September 29, 2018

Having a chronic illness can be an arduous journey, but imagine having an illness that can’t be cured. The seven people that “Afflicted” profiles know that feeling very well. Their chronic problems cause them pain and suffering that everyday people...

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Easy Recipes with Five Ingredients or Less: Tuna Casserole

By Sarah Fischer | September 28, 2018

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FILE - In this July 13, 2013, file photo, Rapper Mac Miller performs on his Space Migration Tour at Festival Pier in Philadelphia. Ariana Grande has posted a tribute to her ex-boyfriend Mac Miller a week after his death, saying she’s sorry she couldn’t save him. Paramedics declared the 26-year-old Miller dead in his Los Angeles home Sept. 7. (Photo by Owen Sweeney/Invision/AP, File)

People – Ariana Grande – Mac Miller

By Owen Sweeney | September 28, 2018

FILE - In this July 13, 2013, file photo, Rapper Mac Miller performs on his Space Migration Tour at Festival Pier in Philadelphia. Ariana Grande has posted a tribute to her ex-boyfriend Mac Miller a week after his death, saying she’s sorry she couldn’t...

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Promote Healthy Living With Essential Oils

By Sarah Fischer | September 27, 2018

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‘Sierra Burgess is a Loser’: Poorly Casted and Unrealistic

By Abby Wisecarver | September 26, 2018

“Sierra Burgess is a Loser,” Netflix’s latest teen flick, came out shortly after “To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before” and is bound to get lost in the turbulent waters of Netflix originals.Sierra Burgess, played by Shannon Purser, is an awkward...

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Cooking Items Every College Student Should Have in Their Kitchen

By Sarah Fischer | September 25, 2018

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Bask in the Convenience of 3 Nearby Spa Treasures

By Rachel Sanchez | September 24, 2018

Nothing is worse than somebody telling you to relax when you’re close to exploding from academic stress. Don’t let the semester overwhelm you; instead, be proactive in your wellness checks and explore the DeKalb area’s hidden salon and spa treasures.Yes,...

‘The Predator’ Movie: Keeping the Franchise Alive After 31 Years

By Sarah Fischer | September 23, 2018

As of Sept. 16, “The Predator” (2018) has been ranked number one in the box office at $24.6 million, according to Box Office Mojo. Sixth in a long line of films in the “Predator” franchise, the latest addition may seem like a tired idea. Similar...

Students Save Money by Searching Thrift Store Racks

By Ashley Hines | September 22, 2018

If you’re a college student who needs cheap clothes, there's a simple option: thrifting. This method of shopping allows you to buy used clothes for an affordable price at a secondhand shop.Before you begin to thrift shop, there are certain steps you...

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