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Even when a planet goes direct, falling out of retrograde, there is still a "shadow" period before and after it, which marks similar but less intense effects.

Weekly horoscopes: June 1 – June 7

By Abigail Lamoreaux, Chief Copy Editor | June 1, 2022

Happy Pride Month! The new moon occurred on Monday, which means the sun and moon were in Gemini. This means interesting things in terms of duality, especially because Gemini is the sign of the twins. Also, Mercury goes direct this week! Life is about...

Aquarius starts in a few days. Be sure to celebrate a new birth season later this week! (Getty Images)

Weekly horoscopes: March 23 – March 29

By Abigail Lamoreaux, Chief Copy Editor | March 23, 2022

It’s Aries season! Finally, a fire sign has a prominent place in the sky again. It’s perfectly timed with the weather warming back up. Don’t be intimidated by this shift; not much has truly changed, and any fears will only be magnified if you let...

The full moon in astrology often symbolizes a period of heightened creativity and fulfilled potential.

Weekly horoscopes: March 16 – March 22

By Abigail Lamoreaux, Chief Copy Editor | March 16, 2022

The full moon in Virgo occurs Friday. Be prepared for the energy to be loving and grounding. Intense emotions may come out to play because of this as well. Your friends may act elusive or unfeeling in this time depending on how they deal with stress,...

The signs of the zodiac are Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius and Pisces.

Weekly horoscopes: Feb. 16 – Feb. 22

By Abigail Lamoreaux, Chief Copy Editor | February 16, 2022

Pisces season starts within the week! Prepare yourself for emotional sensitivity and greater passion for life. Also, the full moon in Leo on Wednesday may bring us feelings of pride and accomplishment in our work. Life may be tough, and projects may seem...

Zodiac constellations on background of hand drawn astrological symbols in engraving style.

Weekly horoscopes: Feb. 9 – Feb. 15

By Abigail Lamoreaux, Chief Copy Editor | February 9, 2022

The energy might feel off lately. This is common when three or more planets are in one sign simultaneously. Mercury, Venus and Mars are in Capricorn currently, which can create feelings of sluggishness or guilt over not being “productive enough.”...

Zodiac signs including Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius and Pisces.

Weekly horoscopes: Feb. 2 – Feb. 9

By Abigail Lamoreaux, Chief Copy Editor | February 2, 2022

Happy Black History Month! The new moon in Aquarius happened Tuesday, bringing us all hope and inspiration to get moving on important projects. If life seems challenging right now, keep your head up. We will get through this together. Aries (March 21...

The zodiac signs (Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, Pisces) illustrated in a chalkboard style.

Weekly horoscopes: Jan. 26 – Feb. 1

By Abigail Lamoreaux, Chief Copy Editor | January 26, 2022

Be optimistic this week. We’re still riding the wave of difficult times as the retrogrades of Venus and Mercury continue to take their toll, but this should instead fill us with determination! We are all capable of greatness, and it comes in many forms....

The zodiac signs are Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius and Pisces.

Weekly horoscopes: Jan. 19 – Jan. 25

By Abigail Lamoreaux, Chief Copy Editor | January 19, 2022

Buckle up, friends. The astrological events taking place this week include, but are not limited to, Mercury retrograde, Venus retrograde continuing its own backward ballet, shift into Aquarius season and Monday’s recent full moon in Cancer. Expect your...

Lupe Fiasco performs for a crowd at the NIU Convocation Center
Tuesday night. Fiasco's stop in DeKalb was part of his Lasers
Tour.

Fiasco at Convocation Center: Rapper draws a crowd at campus arena

By Aurora Schnorr | October 5, 2011

Wasalu Muhammad Jaco, better known as Lupe Fiasco, rocked the NIU Convocation Center Tuesday night.The arena was packed with fans as Fiasco took the stage to perform songs from his new album Lasers. But the show wasn't all about Lasers.The tour marks...