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From Heat to Humor: The Rise of Unfiltered Celebrity Interviews
Celina Mullady, Asst. Culture Editor • November 20, 2024

Celebrities have always appeared to be out of reach and, in many instances, out of touch. With new emerging styles of interviews, stars have...

Camp Flog Gnaw: A Vibrant Celebration of Emerging Talent
Catherine Pascal, Staff Writer • November 20, 2024

Tyler, The Creator’s Camp Flog Gnaw Carnival is not just a music festival — it’s an immersive world where art, individuality and activism...

The Life of the Party, Literally
Carlyann Carey, Opinion Editor • November 20, 2024

If you decide to scroll on social media today, you might find a lot of lamentation about the changes happening to political parties, particularly...

Government and Politics Department Holds 2024 Election Wrap-Up Discussion
Carlyann Carey, Opinion Editor • November 19, 2024

St. John’s University’s government and politics department held a lecture-based discussion on the 2024 presidential election from 5 p.m....

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How to Supercharge Your Health and Wellness This Winter
Olivia Seaman, Editor-in-Chief • November 19, 2024

As winter approaches, colder temperatures, fewer daylight hours and the inevitable uptick in seasonal illnesses make it harder to stay energized...

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St. John’s Urges Respect Amid YikYak Controversies
Olivia Seaman, Editor-in-Chief • November 15, 2024

The St. John’s University Office of Residence Life has called on students to “uphold the dignity of all people” in response to concerning...

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Fashion Studies Department Holds ‘State of the Industry’ Panel
Malak Kassem, News Editor • November 14, 2024

The St. John’s University fashion studies program held a free and public event on Nov. 13 at 6 p.m. at the University’s Manhattan Campus....

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Post-Election Perspectives: St. John’s Builds Bridges
Isabella Athanasiou, Asst. News Editor • November 7, 2024

St. John’s University’s Office of Equity and Inclusion (OIE) hosted a post-election workshop for students and faculty on Nov. 6, following...

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Donald Trump Returns to the White House
Malak Kassem, News Editor • November 6, 2024

Donald Trump was named the 47th president-elect of the United States, winning 277 electoral votes, while Vice President Kamala Harris won...

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St. John’s Political Student Union Holds ‘Civil Conversation on the 2024 Presidential Election’
Malak Kassem, News Editor • November 5, 2024

St. John’s Political Student Union (PSU) held an event on Nov. 4 at 1:50 p.m. inviting the University community to engage in a “civil”...

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Jon Jones Dominates Stipe Miocic in UFC 309 Showdown
Isabella Athanasiou, Asst. News Editor • November 18, 2024

Jon Jones secured his UFC undisputed heavyweight title on Nov. 16 at Madison Square Garden, defeating Stipe Miocic with a third-round TKO...

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No. 22 St. John’s Defeats New Mexico in ‘Pitino Bowl’
Kyler Fox, Managing Editor • November 17, 2024

If there were any questions surrounding St. John’s’ first placement in the AP Top 25 Men’s Basketball Poll in nearly six years, the...

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No. 22 St. John’s Fends off Wagner to Remain Undefeated
Kyler Fox, Managing Editor • November 13, 2024

Fresh off their first placement in the AP Top 25 Men’s Basketball Poll since 2019, the St. John’s men’s basketball team escaped a near-upset...

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Weekend In Review: Big East Honors Recognized at St. John’s
Isabella Cautero, Sports Editor • November 13, 2024

After a 5-0 weekend at St. John’s University, several athletes earned Big East Conference honors. Men’s Basketball guard/forward RJ Luis...

Head Coach Rick Pitino.
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St. John’s Basketball Enters AP Top-25 Poll
Olivia Seaman, Editor-in-Chief • November 11, 2024

St. John's Men's Basketball is back in the national spotlight after five years, achieving a No. 22 ranking in the AP Top 25 Men’s Basketball...

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What Barstool Tells Us About Female Solidarity
Carlyann Carey, Opinion Editor • November 13, 2024

“Solidarity” is a heavy word, and it has nothing to do with a cake that has three of country singer Zach Bryan’s exes’ names on them.  Bryan...

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The Historic Blunder of the Kamala Harris Campaign
Micah Grayson, Asst. Opinion Editor • November 9, 2024

Let's rewind to this past August. Democrats across the country gathered in Chicago for the star-studded Democratic National Convention...

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What Does a Donald Trump Presidency Really Mean?
Carlyann Carey, Opinion Editor • November 6, 2024

On Nov. 5, 2024, America made its fateful decision. The Associated Press called the election to favor Republican nominee Donald Trump early...

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‘Hail Marys’ Before Election Day
Carlyann Carey, Opinion Editor • November 3, 2024

It’s the final week before Election Day and the candidates, Republican nominee Donald Trump and Democratic nominee Kamala Harris, are tying...

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What Exactly Your Vote Does This Election
Carlyann Carey, Opinion Editor • November 1, 2024

Betty Cartledge, an 81-year-old woman, voted for the first time in Georgia on Oct. 16. She said that she and her husband had never voted,...

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How to Supercharge Your Health and Wellness This Winter
Olivia Seaman, Editor-in-Chief • November 19, 2024

As winter approaches, colder temperatures, fewer daylight hours and the inevitable uptick in seasonal illnesses make it harder to stay energized...

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Black Friday Deals: Give the Expensive Impression on a Budget
Fiona McLoughlin, Contributing Writer • November 19, 2024

Buying Christmas gifts for your friends, family, significant other or even their family can be stressful if you fear high expectations and...

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A Guide to a Festive Friendsgiving
Alexandra Prettitore, Asst. Features Editor • November 18, 2024

As Thanksgiving quickly approaches, it’s time to show appreciation for our friends before they return home for the holiday. Coined online...

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Finding Your ‘Third Place’ as a College Student
Alexandra Prettitore, Asst. Features Editor • November 14, 2024

College students often lead busy and monotonous lives. During the day, classes, assignments and part-time jobs dominate. At the end of these...

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Love vs. Friendship: Navigating Tensions
Ashley Cando, Contributing Writer • November 12, 2024

There’s an unspoken rule among friends: never let romance come between you. But what happens when that line gets crossed, and your friends...

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‘You Only Die 1nce:’ Freddie Gibbs’ Reflections With the Devil
Molly Downs, Culture Editor • November 14, 2024

Freddie Gibbs’ sixth studio album, “You Only Die 1nce,” is a tribute to his journey, capturing the struggles he’s faced while staying...

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Shawn Mendes is Finally ‘Figuring it Out’
Olivia Rainson, Features Editor & Social Media Manager • November 10, 2024

On July 27, 2022, Shawn Mendes posted a message for his fans on Instagram sharing the cancellation of his world tour for the album “Wonder.”...

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The Addison Rae-naissance: Authentically Herself
Molly Downs, Culture Editor • November 9, 2024

With so much buzz surrounding her two most recent singles, Addison Rae’s music career has been on the rise as of late. Rae released “Diet...

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‘The Third Gilmore Girl:’ Kelly Bishop’s Path to Stardom
Alexandra Prettitore, Asst. Features Editor • November 9, 2024

Fall classic “Gilmore Girls” was the kickstart of many of its cast’s mainstream acting careers. In fact, it was mega-star Melissa McCarthy’s...

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‘Anora:’ Chasing the American Dream
James Williams, Asst. Sports Editor • November 6, 2024

The latest recipient of the Cannes Film Festival’s Palme d’Or main prize, “Anora,” was initially released into select theaters on...

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