Time after time: Romantic comedy brings twist to genre with time-travel element
True love exists and the little things in life matter — or so “About Time” would have you believe. The film, starring Rachel McAdams and… Read more »
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Thaw: Athletic wear brands should cater to all body types, promote healthy living
Popular athletic clothing brand Lululemon Athletica has built an incredible following in the past five years. “Rarer” and “classic” items can sell out from the… Read more »
From the box office: Nov. 8-10
The thunderous debut of "Thor: The Dark World" was anything but low-key. The film, Marvel Entertainment’s sequel to the 2011 hit “Thor,” not only dethroned… Read more »
Twenty-five ways to take part in World Kindness Day
Today, spread some joy to the Syracuse campus by performing a random act of kindness in celebration of World Kindness Day. Introduced in 1998 by… Read more »
'And we danced': Macklemore & Ryan Lewis entertain students in high-energy performance at Carrier Dome show
The backdrop fell, and Macklemore, his back to the crowd and pointing an orange foam finger skyward, rose triumphantly on a platform. The crowd, having… Read more »
Drama department to premiere ‘Translations’ on Friday
Playwrights often draw inspiration from their own lives to make their work relatable to an audience, and Brian Friel’s “Translations” is no different. Friel drew… Read more »
Antonucci: Students should take advantage of local events, integrate into new culture
One of my teachers recently said something that surprised me: Before 9/11, abroad students were eager to integrate into Italian life completely. But after it… Read more »
Rap god: Eminem releases brutally honest 8th studio album
He’s back, and in true Eminem style, he’s going “Berzerk.” Eminem’s eighth studio album, "The Marshall Mathers LP 2," is peppered with his typical brutally… Read more »
Tattoo Tuesday: Malcolm Whitfield
When Malcolm Whitfield decided to get a tattoo, he knew he needed to get it with his twin brother Mike. The two spent 18 inseparable… Read more »
Laughing matter: Comedians humor audience with raunchy stand-up performances
When comedian Finesse Mitchell sauntered across the stage, he thanked the crowd for inviting him to perform on the anniversary of Syracuse University’s founding. People… Read more »
Bottomless bliss: Asian cuisine restaurant delivers buffet-style meals directly to the table
Decorated like an elegant New York City bar, it is evident that Firudo Asian Food & Bar caters to a specific experience. Even on a… Read more »
Belmonte: Thrift shops allow college students to define personal style on a budget
The notion of strolling into the local Goodwill or Salvation Army store to pick up some new threads is foreign to many of us —… Read more »
APPreciation: Mercury Web Browser
Google Chrome and Safari — the default browsers for iOS and Android, respectively — are generally sufficient options for surfing the web on your phone.… Read more »
Leave it to Chance: Twenty-year-old rapper, Chicago native hypes up sold-out crowd in Schine Underground
It’s called “The Social Experiment Tour” for a reason. Chance The Rapper, a 20-year old Chicago native, has been turning heads everywhere he’s been since the… Read more »
Treasure trove: Scavenger hunt gives people opportunity to explore downtown Syracuse, win prizes
This Sunday, a scavenger hunt in Armory Square may just earn you two crisp Benjamins. Syracuse Updowntowners, a community group that started in 1980 to… Read more »
Q&A with Sérgio Dias of Os Mutantes: Brazilian rock band
In 1966, one of the most prominent Brazilian rock bands formed: Os Mutantes. The group has a psychedelic sound infused with notions of the Tropicália… Read more »
Unkenholz: Low bank funds haunt columnist at 3 a.m.
It’s about 3 in the morning. And I receive a text message from an unknown number. “Who could it be?” I wonder to myself, while… Read more »
Q&A with Coni Duchess of Capsula: Latino indie-psychedelic rock band
The name Capsula — meaning capsule when translated — originated from David Bowie’s “Space Oddity.” Capsula, a Latino indie-psychedelic rock band, formed during 1998 in… Read more »
Beer Bites: Stone Brewing Co.’s Arrogant Bastard Ale
Like most people, I find it difficult to back down from a challenge. So when I saw the slogan of Stone Brewing Co.’s Arrogant Bastard… Read more »
Play beyond: Everson Art Museum exhibit explores progression of various styles, imagery in video games
Video games are more than just a form of entertainment — they are a form of art. “The Art of Video Games,” a traveling exhibit… Read more »
Setnor School of Music concert to honor donors, feature faculty, student performers
Thanks to a generous gift 16 years ago, the Setnor School of Music has had a long and storied history. Now it’s time to pay… Read more »
Old-school shenanigans: Latest ‘Jackass’ film pushes boundaries with uncomfortable situational humor
“Jackass Presents: Bad Grandpa” is a one-of-a-kind comedy with a lot of character. In the most recent installment of the “Jackass” hidden camera franchise, Johnny… Read more »
Chance The Rapper to take stage in sold-out performance
University Union “got the juice” for its next show. For students looking for a smaller but still exciting show, they need only look to Chance… Read more »
