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The Netflix home page shows a list of trending shows on a laptop screen.

What I’m watching this weekend: Northern Star Staff

By Madelaine Vikse and Skyler Kisellus | February 3, 2022

With the streaming capabilities and platforms available these days, there are so many options to choose from. Instead of scrolling through an endless amount of options and watching trailers, check out these picks from some of us at the Northern Star on...

Netflix is a familiar app and platform for many people. The streaming service platform provides a weekly top 10, displaying popular titles currently out for users to chose from. (Madelaine Vikse | Northern Star)

Breaking down Netflix’s weekly top 10

By Bailey Eschbach, Lifestyle writer | January 30, 2022

Each week Netflix updates one of its newer features: a list of the top 10 most-watched TV shows and movies. Although this is only based on the number of accounts who have viewed each show, there is often a reason for their popularity. This week, instead...

The Netflix home page shows a list of trending shows on a laptop screen.

What I’m watching this weekend: Northern Star Staff

By Northern Star Staff | January 27, 2022

Kick back and explore some new films and shows that you haven’t seen before, or take a look back at some that you could enjoy more than once. This is what some of the staff at the Northern Star will be watching to relax and unwind over the weekend. Lost...

Streaming services are slowly replacing the concept of movie theatres.

Point/Counterpoint: Movie theaters vs streaming platforms

By JaMaria'h Crider and Parker Otto | January 23, 2022
Streaming services are on the rise, but what about the classic enjoyment of movie theaters?
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

Some of the best TV shows ever aired have created so much nostalgia through past generations. Shows that brought us entertainment, inspiration, growth and knowledge left a memorable mark on many and are still loved and rewatched to this day. These shows...

The Netflix home page shows a list of trending shows on a laptop screen.

What I’m watching this weekend: Northern Star Staff

By Northern Star Staff | January 21, 2022

Even though the semester has begun, it is still important to set aside some time to unwind and relax. This is what some of us at the Northern Star will be watching and encourage you to try for yourself. American Auto (Peacock, YouTube TV, NBC) “American...

A photograph of the Netflix series adaption of "Cowboy Bebop" on Netflix.

TV review: ‘Cowboy Bebop’

By Quade Evans, Opinion Columnist | January 13, 2022

Netflix’s adaptation of the classic anime series “Cowboy Bebop” is one of the most controversial shows to come out of Netflix, quickly reaching the service’s number one spot of its top ten. Longtime fans and casual viewers alike have very strong...

A photograph of "Attack on Titan," available on Netflix.

An in-depth look at the anime series “Attack on Titan”

By Quade Evans, Opinion Columnist | December 23, 2021

“On that day, humanity received a grim reminder.” These words uttered in the first episode of the “Attack on Titan” series immediately give a strong impression of what the series would be about.  “Attack on Titan” has had a massive impact...

Comedian Brian Regan will perform 7 p.m. Sunday at the Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St.

Comedian to visit DeKalb

By Parker Otto | January 20, 2020

DeKALB — Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, sports and guns will be among the topics comedian Brian Regan will joke about in his upcoming performance 7 p.m. Sunday at the Egyptian Theatre.The staff of the Egyptian Theatre, 135 N. Second St., is more than...