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Rihanna stages fresh, memorable concert

Rihanna stages fresh, memorable concert

By Anna Post, Print Editor April 3, 2016

The lights dimmed. The stage glowed. The singing commenced. Rihanna begins the concert with her song “Stay” and the eloquent piano played along as the Queen of Pop made a dramatic entrance. In...

The Game Stop: Cave Story

The Game Stop: Cave Story

By Addison Toutant, Staff Reporter March 17, 2016

Cave Story was made entirely by one man: Daisuke Amaya. It took five years, and is one of the most famous independently developed games ever made. In the beginning, the game throws players into action...

The 100 provides new twist on classic apocalyptic plot

The 100 provides new twist on classic apocalyptic plot

By Katelynn Mulder, Staff Reporter March 10, 2016

In a post-apocalyptic world, Clarke Griffin, along with 99 others, must try and survive on a possibly radioactive Earth. Filled with unseen developments and unique characters, author Kass Morgan creates...

Current Serial season lacks novelty

Current Serial season lacks novelty

By Alex Harring, Web Assistant Editor March 9, 2016

In 2009, Bowe Bergdahl was a household name. Bergdahl abandoned his post in Afghanistan only to be captured until 2014 after the Taliban made a deal with the United States government. He was an icon for...

RWBY web series provides unique plotline

RWBY web series provides unique plotline

By Addison Toutant, Staff Reporter February 28, 2016

Created by the late Monty Oum of Rooster Teeth, RWBY (pronounced “ruby”) is a web series that recently made it’s way to Netflix. Initially designed to promote Poser Pro 2014, the show has evolved...

Pool provides refreshing listening experience

Pool provides refreshing listening experience

By Abbey Cadieux, Assistant Editor February 10, 2016

Rating: 4 stars There’s a certain odd feeling that comes with driving down a mysteriously vacant cityscape just after dark. Indie pop band Porches’ newest album, Pool, encaptures that exact scene....

Sensational actors play out predictable plot

Sensational actors play out predictable plot

By Allison Lackner and Bella Lawson February 9, 2016

Rating: 3.5/5 stars As the eleventh whirlwind romance to be produced from novel to film, Nicholas Sparks’ The Choice, had big shoes to fill. The movie is just like the other soppy love stories but...

Sia releases captivating new album

Sia releases captivating new album

By Alex Harring, Staff Reporter February 5, 2016

Rating: 4 stars In her lyrics, Sia claims to not care about singing on key, but someone on her team must. Her new album, This Is Acting, is by far her most powerful set yet. Boasting a power-plop sound,...

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Sims 4: Movie Hangout Stuff pack delivers boho style, but lacks movies

By Caitlin Bush and Allison Lackner February 2, 2016

Sims 4: Movie Hangout Stuff pack adds a boho chic theme along with two movie related items to the Sims world. The themes combined aren't compatible but the items prove useful for Simmers due to well execution....

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The Game Stop: Hatsune Miku: Project Mirai Deluxe

By Addison Toutant, Staff Reporter January 25, 2016

4 stars Players will know off the bat if they’re interested in Hatsune Miku: Project Mirai Deluxe. Vocaloid music fans will appreciate the combination of dating simulator and rhythm game elements....

Making a Murderer makes waves on Netflix

Making a Murderer makes waves on Netflix

By Jennifer Kusch, Managing Editor January 17, 2016

Netflix’s Making a Murderer weaves a chilling tale of corruption and conspiracy in the Manitowoc County Sheriff’s Department and illuminates a web of lies that has ruined the life of Steven Avery....

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Daddy’s Home contains the humor, but also the redundancy

By Sonny Mulpuri, Staff Reporter January 17, 2016

Rating: 3 stars In only their second movie together, Mark Wahlberg and Will Ferrell play characters with polar-opposite personalities, different views on matters and often contradict each other. Brad...

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