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2015 Oscars Recap: Birdman  Soars

Interminable. This is the word that comes to mind when thinking of last night’s Oscars. Despite their utter disregard for brevity, there were many memorable moments. Despite only going 6/11... Read more

By February 23, 2015

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Politics of the Pitch: Racism in Football

“We are all monkeys.” This phrase was famously repeated among many football stars following an incident that occurred on April 27, 2014. It was a La Liga match between title... Read more

By February 23, 2015

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Trade Deadline Winners and Losers

This year’s trade deadline saw more action than any deadline in recent years. Many expected a relatively unexciting end of the trading period, but the league exploded, with a multitude... Read more

By February 23, 2015

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The Weekly List: Artists to Watch in 2015

Another Odd Future collaborator. An English singer-songwriter wunderkind. A Manhattan garage band turned professional duo, produced by Passion Pit’s Chris Zane. The internet’s bubbling and boiling again, and its talent... Read more

By February 23, 2015

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An Introduction to the Beanpot

The Beanpot is the best tournament that no one has ever heard of.  Well, that’s an exaggeration, but outside of New England, not too many people can claim to know... Read more

By February 20, 2015

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This Week in Premier League Action

Last week we took a break to watch some FA Cup action. This weekend, the Premier League returns, with some important matches in the relegation battle and the fight for... Read more

By February 20, 2015

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The Definitive Guide To The 2015 Oscars

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! With stars young and old, fascinating and unpredictable races, and Neil Patrick Harris hosting, Sunday’s Oscars have the potential to be one... Read more

By February 20, 2015

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Saying Goodbye To The Daily Show With Jon Stewart

I realized something was different when I came back from Leo’s on Tuesday and found a cupcake and container of Ben & Jerry’s on my desk. My lovely roommate Kayla... Read more

By February 20, 2015

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This Week In Hockey: The Streak for the Playoffs Begins

My Bruins, my poor, poor Bruins. They break my heart so. … (three minutes of crying) … Let’s get this over with The Bruins: Still Alive, For Now The Bruins,... Read more

By February 19, 2015

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FouseyTube Provides Laughter and Food For Thought

Yousef Saleh Erakat, more popularly known as FouseyTube, is a 25-year-old YouTube vlogger. With over 4 million subscribers, Erakat produces a range of videos from pranks, to skits, to social... Read more

By February 19, 2015

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Homeland  Hits A Homerun

When I haven’t been sitting in my bed, staring longingly out my Copley window anticipating a much-needed snow day, I’ve been watching Showtime’s Homeland. Having just finished its fourth season,... Read more

By February 19, 2015

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Kendrick Lamar’s “The Blacker the Berry” is fire

It may have been a snow day at Georgetown this Tuesday, but all Kendrick Lamar can think about is fire. On the wake of his successful night at the 2015... Read more

By February 19, 2015

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Delicious or Disaster: A Critic’s Review of the Desserts of O’Donovan’s

Every Sunday, my friends and I convene at O’Donovan’s on the Waterfront to indulge in the delicacies of the sophisticated establishment. After finishing our lavish meals of grilled cheese and... Read more

By February 18, 2015

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Not Your Padre’s Padres

With pitchers and catchers set to report to Spring Training this week, the proverbial “hope springs eternal,” which sustains baseball fans through the cold winter months, is nearing its conclusion.... Read more

By February 18, 2015

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Vikings  Proves That Quality Over Quantity Wins Out

Vikings, the current pride of the History Channel, has shocked and entertained for nearly two years while only releasing 19 episodes total . This is one of the first times... Read more

By February 18, 2015

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Critical Voices: Drake, If You’re Reading This It’s Too Late

2pac released All Eyez on Me after his first big break. Biggie dropped Ready to Die after a round of first hit singles. Successful rappers, much like Han Dynasty emperors,... Read more

By February 17, 2015

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Early March Madness Dark Horses

The recent bitter cold makes it a bit difficult to believe, but we are not all that far away from the craziest time of the sporting year—March Madness. In just... Read more

By February 17, 2015

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TV Review: Friends Watching  Friends

While at first poorly received by NBC, the portrayal of six young friends trying to make it in the big city managed to climb to the top of the ratings... Read more

By and February 17, 2015

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Take Your Vinyasa: Pop-Up Yoga at the Botanical Gardens

If you are looking for the perfect way to say goodbye to winter and welcome in springtime, it’s difficult to imagine a better way to do so than free yoga... Read more

By February 16, 2015

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The Weekly List: Music For Making

I came home to my apartment this past Friday to a deafening silence; not one of my roommates was home. As I came to the realization that each had departed... Read more

By February 16, 2015