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All content by Ariel Morris
TV shows are great for more than just mindless binge watching. Television gives us couples to look up to and envy the relationships they have on screen.

5 TV shows worth watching again

By Ariel Morris, Lifestyle writer
January 23, 2022
Pasta shells stuffed with minced beef meat with herbs.

5 cheat day meal recipes to try

By Ariel Morris, Lifestyle writer
January 20, 2022
A photograph of presents by a tree.

Top Christmas gift ideas for last minute shoppers

By Ariel Morris, Lifestyle writer
December 17, 2021
Besides selling the work of artists like Ed Sheehan and The Beatles, Green Tangerine also sells the music of local musicians.

How music has changed since the 1970s

By Ariel Morris, Lifestyle writer
December 8, 2021
Egyptian theatre wishes DeKalb a happy holiday.

Egyptian Theatre to host ‘Elf’ the musical

By Ariel Morris, Lifestyle reporter
December 6, 2021
A purebred golden retriever dog wears a service dog harness, showing that it is a support animal with a job helping people in need.

A guide to emotional support, service animals

By Ariel Morris, Lifestyle writer
December 2, 2021
An illustration showcasing many aspects of a healthy lifestyle.

Tips on staying healthy during the winter time

By Ariel Morris, Lifestyle writer
November 29, 2021
Young woman enjoying a film at the cinema.

Top 5 anticipated films of 2022

By Ariel Morris, Lifestyle writer
November 28, 2021
Three people in love vector illustration.

Dating in college may be harder for plus-sized individuals

By Ariel Morris, Lifestyle writer
November 26, 2021
Chinese calligraphy with brush and ink.

DeKalb Public Library to host Chinese brush painting workshop

By Ariel Morris, Lifestyle reporter
November 8, 2021
"The Office Experience" attendants can expect to see memorabilia from the set of the beloved NBC sitcom.

‘The Office Experience’ doesn’t disappoint fans

By Ariel Morris, Lifestyle writer
November 3, 2021
People working at home for making internet radio broadcasting channel live streaming talking meeting or discussion close up condenser microphone.

Podcast by NIU alumnus dives into mental health and neurodivergence

By Ariel Morris, Lifestyle reporter
November 1, 2021
As curly hair maintenance evolves throughout the media, many influencers online, specifically on YouTube, have informed the natural hair community of a variety of ways to lock in that moisture during these most dreadful times of the year.

How to keep hair moisturized in cooler weather

By Ariel Morris, Lifestyle writer
October 30, 2021
A vendor table displays horror antique art items for sale at the 2019 "Dark Art and Oddities" convention.

Horror antique convention comes to DeKalb

By Ariel Morris, Lifestyle reporter
October 27, 2021
An NIU student takes a break from homework to watch some TikTok videos.

Harmless fun on TikTok may be addiction

By Ariel Morris, Lifestyle writer
October 19, 2021
Attendees dressed as characters from "Squid Game" pose during New York Comic Con at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center on Friday, Oct. 8, 2021, in New York.

TV review: ‘Squid Game’

By Ariel Morris, Lifestyle writer
October 15, 2021
Halloween decorations featuring a spider and webs located in the residence halls for Halloween.

Dorm halls engage in Halloween events

By Ariel Morris, Lifestyle reporter
October 13, 2021
The NIU Art Museum is showing an exhibit through Nov. 12 featuring the culture of Karen refugees, who come from a region of Myanmar (formerly Burma).

Altgeld exhibits Karen refugee art

By Ariel Morris, Lifestyle reporter
October 6, 2021
The coffee shop decided to host a block party to gather coffee and art lovers to reconnect and enjoy the new space.

Common Grounds to celebrate reopening with block party

By Ariel Morris, Lifestyle Reporter
September 29, 2021
In this 2011 courtesy photo, the Huskie Marching Band performs in the Homecoming parade.

Top 5 Homecoming events to attend at NIU

By Ariel Morris, Lifestyle reporter
September 29, 2021
Boyfriend and girlfriend students spending time together on romantic date.

Dating culture in college

By Ariel Morris, Lifestyle writer
September 28, 2021
Taking care of natural hair, especially in the Black community, can be challenging for most. Lifestyle reporter Ariel Morris gives her top products for natural hair.

Top 5 natural hair products

By Ariel Morris, Lifestyle writer
September 20, 2021
A flu shot clinic in the Duke Ellington Ballroom will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Wednesday.

Flu season 2021: Where to get a flu shot in DeKalb

By Ariel Morris, Reporter
September 15, 2021
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