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Special report: Rutgers yet to spend most of $365 million in pandemic aid

Rutgers has yet to utilize the bulk of nearly $365 million in emergency coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic grants it received from the federal and state government during the past 18 months. The slow rollout of this massive government aid took place even as the University proclaimed a fiscal crisis, laid off hundreds of workers, ordered a freeze on non-essential spending, and even as top officials refused to lower tuition last year for students forced to cope with online classes.Sep 20 2021

ON THE FRONT LINES: It is your copy editor's world, writers should try living in it

Have you ever truly looked at a comma before? Or deliberated for an hour on the exact capitalization of WALL-E? If you have not, then you probably are not a copy editor.May 3 2021

Graduation is upon us: Here are some playlists that helped me get through college

For my last article of my last year in college, I thought it would be only fitting for me to write about the music that got me through these last four years.May 3 2021

Asian creators are finally getting recognition at Oscars: Here's why it matters

This past weekend, you may have been 1 of the 9.85 million people who tuned in to watch the Oscars. But, for the rest of us who opted to join the 59 percent drop in viewership of this pageantry of an awards show, here’s a recap of some of the progress that actually happened in terms of Asian representation in the media.Apr 30 2021

Zack Snyder's grayscale 'Justice League': Fun watch for DC fans, but definitely nothing special

With all the doubts that I had, I couldn't seem to dislike Zack Snyder's "Justice League: Justice Is Gray" — I mean, even the title gave me doubts.Apr 13 2021

Feeling nostalgic? Here are 2000s shows to binge-watch over spring break

To be a teenager in the 2000s: a time when Selena Gomez and Demi Lovato were just starting out on “Barney and Friends,” Justin Timberlake and Britney Spears thought wearing denim on denim wouldn’t have two decades and counting worth of internet consequences and Jesse McCartney’s “Beautiful Soul” had only been played three times, well on its way to 500.Mar 13 2021

Disney+ sitcom 'WandaVision' explores society post 'Avengers: Infinity War'

I was utterly confused by “WandaVision” — utterly, breathtakingly, jaw-droppingly, bewitchingly confused by “WandaVision,” and I loved every minute of it.Mar 9 2021

RUPA to host annual Scarlet Days of Service event virtually in collaboration with Rutgers Alternative Breaks

The Rutgers University Programming Association (RUPA), in conjunction with Rutgers University Alternative Breaks (RUAB), is virtually hosting Scarlet Days of Service from March 13 to 27, with limited in-person volunteering options available, according to RUPA’s website.Mar 8 2021

South Korean film ‘Minari’ combines powerful storytelling with brilliant acting

There are some movies that I relate to so much that my heart aches just from watching the simple gestures of the actors.Mar 4 2021

'Fate: The Winx Saga' takes darker, sophisticated spin on original animated series

When I was little, I used to watch Sunday morning cartoons with my brother at the breakfast table. This was a couple of years before my dad installed Roku around the house, so there was no Netflix or Hulu. Mar 1 2021

Rutgers professor speaks on racist attacks against elderly Asian Americans

There have been recent cases in Northern California of people shoving elderly Asian Americans, injuring them and in one case killing someone, according to an article from CNN. Feb 22 2021

Experts explain investing versus gambling, concerns regarding increase in online investing

In January, a surge of investing coordinated by the Reddit channel r/WallStreetBets (WSB) caused many hedge funds to lose billions of dollars, The Daily Targum previously reported. Many people from WSB used Robinhood, a commission-free investing application, to process their transactions. Feb 16 2021

Reflections on Lunar New Year

Ever since I was little, I’ve been celebrating Lunar New Year with my family.Feb 15 2021

GameStop revolution may not be so revolutionary after all

As Kate McKinnon said during Saturday Night Live’s cold open, "Let’s take a look at the stock market. That usually works, right? That’s where people invest all their retirement money, so it should probably work.” She quickly concluded that the stock market, in fact, doesn't work.Feb 9 2021

Rutgers' Zimmerli Art Museum introduces new virtual programs, exhibitions

The Zimmerli Art Museum at Rutgers recently introduced its lineup of virtual programs for the new year, despite the physical building remaining closed and the suspension of in-person events, according to a press release.Feb 3 2021

Rutgers Eagleton director breaks down new report on ideological motivations of Capitol riots

The Rutgers Eagleton Institute of Politics’ Miller Center for Community Protection and Resilience and Network Contagion Research Institute (NCRI) recently released a report titled, “NCRI Assessment of the Capitol Riots: Violent Actors and Ideologies Behind the Events of Jan. 6, 2021.”Feb 1 2021

'The Newsroom' show has eerie parallels to 2021 America

The news that has been published since the beginning of the new year: the riots at the Capitol, Earth’s nearly hottest year on record and the war on information/disinformation, just to name a few headlines.Jan 29 2021

Movie theaters nonexistent? Check out hottest non-Netflix films

In December, Warner Bros. announced that its entire 2021 lineup would be released on HBO Max, causing critics to decry the perceived end of movie theaters as we know it.Jan 28 2021

Taylor Swift gets personal in new Disney+ documentary

So, I've kind of developed an obsession with binging musicians' documentaries during quarantine.Dec 3 2020

Award show like no other: 2020 MTV Europe Music Awards

Music award shows have grown tired. It’s true. Think back to the last award show that you actually sat through, enthralled from beginning to end, or even just the last performance that could keep your attention for more than 1 minute — I certainly can’t.Nov 18 2020

Sam Smith's new album 'Love Goes' is about love, heartbreak

Sam Smith just released their third studio album, “Love Goes,” featuring 17 total tracks spanning two discs.Nov 13 2020

Experts weigh in on election results at Rutgers Eagleton Institute of Politics event

The Rutgers Eagleton Institute of Politics hosted a virtual panel yesterday, titled “The Tuesday After,” featuring six political experts discussing last week’s general election. Nov 11 2020

Exploring themes in 'Superstore' sitcom

I am a sitcom-watching fiend. I love watching all kinds of sitcoms. At the end of last semester, I ended up binging all six seasons of “Community,” now my all-time number one fave. And the semester before that? “Superstore” on NBC.Nov 2 2020

'Saturday Night Live' is back, better than ever

When that saxophone chord progression rings over the television, you know that ”Saturday Night Live” is on once more.Oct 27 2020

Forget midterms, you need to watch 'The Boys' right now

Before I begin, I believe I have to preface this article by mentioning that Seth Rogen, producer of “The Interview” and voice actor of “Sausage Party,” was one of the executive producers of Amazon Prime’s “The Boys.” Oct 20 2020

Blackpink's 'The Album': Latest genre-defying masterpiece in K-pop

On Oct. 2, Blackpink released their first full-length debut album, simply titled "The Album." Oct 13 2020

Machine Gun Kelly's 'Tickets to My Downfall' reminds us of early 2000s rock

Everyone yearns for the past in some form or another. I yearn for the early 2000s when lead singer Hayley Williams of Paramore belted out her signature “whoa” in "Misery Business" (2007), pop-sensation Avril Lavigne lamented the reductive, repetitive nature of teenage romance in “Complicated” (2002) and Panic! At The Disco told the story of gossipy wedding guests in "I Write Sins Not Tragedies" (2005). Oct 6 2020

Selena Gomez discusses problems with Instagram, Facebook

Selena Gomez messaged Mark Zuckerberg, Facebook’s chairman and chief executive officer, and Sheryl Sandberg, Facebook's chief operating officer, on Instagram to stop hate speech groups on their platforms.Sep 29 2020

Rutgers professors develop application to help track coronavirus transmission

Two Rutgers faculty members from the School of Criminal Justice recently developed and launched a coronavirus disease (COVID-19) contact-tracing application, called Flatten, aimed at protecting healthcare workers and first responders.Sep 22 2020

Basking in glow of Chloe x Halle

Chloe x Halle are in a genre of their own, with an individualistically curated style and a self-assurance of their very own trademark. To think that this whole journey started with grainy, sepia-tinged YouTube videos.Sep 15 2020

DC FanDome reveals newest DC movies for comic fans everywhere

Rutgers professor discusses new position at National Museum of Mathematics

The National Museum of Mathematics (MoMath) announced on Aug. 24 that Alex Kontorovich, professor in the Department of Mathematics, would be its next distinguished visiting professor for the Public Dissemination of Mathematics, according to a press release.Sep 7 2020

Spoilers ahead: Why is season two of 'The Umbrella Academy' so popular?

Rutgers medical school students work to support healthcare workers fighting coronavirus

One World: Together at Home concert raises millions for WHO after Trump defunding

KPOP band were among the many celebrities that participated in the One World: Together at Home music event, including Alicia Keys and the Rolling Stones. Apr 23 2020

Here's why everyone should watch 'Kim's Convenience'

You're sitting at home with nothing to do, so you decide to check Netflix.Apr 21 2020

Professor at RWJMS speaks on use of face masks for coronavirus

Gov. Phil Murphy (D-N.J.) issued an executive order requiring all residents to wear facemasks when going out in public on April 11, The Daily Targum previously reported. Martin Blaser, director of Rutgers University’s Center for Advanced Biotechnology and Medicine and professor in the Department of Medicine and Microbiology at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, said face masks will work when individuals use them.Apr 15 2020

These resources can help students struggling during coronavirus pandemic

With all the emails and the notifications being bombarded on students, it can be overwhelming to have to sort through all the material that is accessible in the Rutgers community. Apr 13 2020

Rutgers professor wins award from Russell Sage Foundation, Gates Foundation

Assistant Professor Jermaine Toney was selected to receive the Early Career Award from the Russell Sage Foundation and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation for his work on “The Effects of Extended Family Wealth on Income Mobility.”Apr 7 2020

Cardi B coronavirus comments: From new song remix to criticizing government response

Coronavirus is exposing a lot of system-level problems, including lack of available free childcare and healthcare, among other things. Apr 2 2020

Italian government's warnings about coronavirus aren't misguided

As of Sunday, there are now 5,476 deaths in Italy with no signs that this deadly virus is letting up anytime soon, according to Al Jazeera.Mar 24 2020

Humor in the face of coronavirus

Sometimes there just is no silver lining. The coronavirus disease (COVID-19), a disease currently sweeping America, has broken apart families who have to quarantine apart.Mar 23 2020

Douglass hosts annual Zagoren Lecture featuring alumnae

Caprice Jenerson was the keynote speaker for the annual 2020 Zagoren Lecture on March 8, which was sponsored by the Associate Alumnae of Douglass College (AADC).Mar 10 2020

Rutgers alumnus discusses, performs poetry based on Southeast Asian heritage

Purvi Shah, Rutgers alumna, poet and social justice activist, took the stage on March 3 at the Rutgers Student Center Multipurpose Room on the College Avenue campus and performed a poem with the help of dancers Aditi Dhruv and Kuldeep Singh. Mar 4 2020

BTS releases new album 'Map of the Soul: 7'

In 2013, a group of seven boys: some singers, some dancers, some rappers and even one actor debuted as the group BTS.Mar 3 2020

Eagleton Institute hosts Science and Politics workshop on gene editing

Jonathan Moreno, a University of Pennsylvania professor, discussed the topic of gene editing and bioethics as part of the Science and Politics Workshop on Feb. 21. The event was hosted by the Eagleton Institute of Politics.Feb 25 2020

'The Good Place' season finale tackles philosophical questions

After four momentous seasons, “The Good Place” took its final curtain call on Jan. 30.Feb 24 2020

Bloomberg uses memes, millions in presidential ad campaign

Former Mayor Michael Bloomberg announced on Nov. 7, 2019, that he was taking steps to enter the Democratic nominee race.Feb 24 2020