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Lena Stoeckert

Ignore 'Cats' — these movie musicals are actually worth streaming

Any musical fan understands the pain of a failed movie adaptation of your favorite show. Films like “Cats,” “The Prom,” “Dear Evan Hansen” and “Into the Woods” are just a few examples of lifeless disappointments with mediocre singing and dancing from normally incredible A-list actors who find themselves unable to put the passion into the project that is required from a musical.Apr 22

Corset controversy: 'Bridgerton' prioritizes character-defining aesthetics over historical accuracy

With the second season of "Bridgerton" coming out on Netflix, there’s a lot of buzz on the internet about the new juicy scandals — and the tension between Kate Sharma and Anthony Bridgerton. Another topic of discussion has been the costumes on the show, which people seem to either love or hate.Apr 15

From Timothée Chalamet to Serena Williams: These celebs were 2022's Oscars' best dressed

There’s been a lot of buzz surrounding the 94th Oscars. Considering last year’s poor ratings, things are definitely looking up for the Academy, even amid controversy. But for me, half of the excitement of awards shows lies in what people are wearing, and this year had some truly great looks.Mar 31

Got snacks? These road trip goodies will keep you full on your journey

Spring break is here for Rutgers students, and many of us are preparing for some exciting plans. For some people, a road trip might be in our future — which means frequent gas station stops. It’s a quintessential part of any good road trip: combing the aisles and debating with your traveling companions over what snacks to add to the cart. We all have our favorites, and these are my must-haves for any car ride.Mar 11

Disney+ proves it's not just for Marvel with these hidden gems available to stream

In today’s day and age, finding the right thing to watch can be pretty challenging: There seem to be a dozen streaming platforms, and each one has endless content. You can spend half your night narrowing down what to watch.Feb 23

Don't let cold weather stop you from looking your best! Try these tips to warm up your style

Nothing says "welcome back to campus" like the blizzard that just knocked the stuffing out of the Northeast. The snow storm brought the freezing cold with it, and if Punxsutawney Phil is to be believed, we’ll have six more weeks of winter.Feb 4

Hilarious, but obvious: 'Don't Look Up' is heavy-handed, but still wildly enjoyable

Have you ever thought about the world ending? It’s not uncommon to live in somewhat grim times and have the thought cross your mind. “Don’t Look Up” sets out to answer the question: What would happen if the world was ending, not in the distant future, but six months from now? Would we stop it?Jan 31

Diversity fails, pandemic woes: Awards shows are losing relevancy

If you’re anything like me, you may have fallen victim to the undeniable allure of Hollywood — in fact, it’s quite common to buy into the glitz and glam of celebrities or to dream about being in that spotlight yourself.Jan 26

Turn off 'Let It Snow': Diversify your holiday playlist with these underrated tracks

The holiday season is my favorite time of the year by far. The world gets a little more magical, and it’s nice to have a fitting playlist while you make cookies, drink hot chocolate or celebrate the holidays at a festive party. Dec 9

Season's streamings: These Christmas movies will brighten up your holiday

With finals season approaching, it can be easy to spend the holiday season stressed out and panicked. Students can get so bogged down by studying and work, that we forget to get into the Christmas spirit. Dec 8

Watch these iconic Thanksgiving sitcom specials to brighten your holiday this year

With Thanksgiving being just around the corner, it reminds us all of the many traditions that come with celebrating the holiday. Nov 23

From Celtic traditions to trick-or-treating: Halloween's history explained

As we move further into fall and the final days of October are numbered, we approach Halloween, a day steeped in history and traditions. The holiday we know, love and fear today may be unrecognizable from its origin at times, but surprisingly similar at other times. It's fascinating to look back and learn how one of our favorite holidays came to be.Oct 30