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'Fall' in love with these dark academia books this autumn

Of all the internet trends and different camps of aesthetics that permeate social media, I've always had a soft spot for dark academia. The trend really gained traction and popularity over the past few years on social media platforms like TikTok, but the genre has existed in literary form for decades now.Oct 6

Anyone can cook – especially with these simple vegetarian recipes

It can be incredibly easy to get bogged down with school, work and everything that comes with being a student. I've often found myself with little time to cook, even though it's always been an activity I love. Oct 5

Plate up or pass? Our definitive Atrium food review will help you pick out your next meal

As someone entering their final year at Rutgers—New Brunswick, when I heard about the opening of the Atrium on the College Avenue campus, I was extremely jealous of this new retail option for students. If you're near the Rutgers Student Center on the College Avenue campus, you can pop in and use one of your precious meal swipes at five different mini-restaurants.Oct 4

Eerie, chilling, completely captivating: 'A Haunting in Venice' outdoes mediocre predecessors

In 2017, 20th Century Studios and director Kenneth Branagh released an adaptation of the famous Agatha Christie novel, "Murder on the Orient Express." Oct 3

Jump into October with these crisp, fall-flavored cocktail recipes

As an amateur mixer, I'm always looking for new and inventive drinks to serve my guests at parties or hangouts. But when you look up recipes online, the ingredients can be expensive and the instructions too complicated.Oct 2

Based on your zodiac sign, which campus RU?

Rutgers—New Brunswick is home to five unique campuses, and if you know anything about astrology, you know there are also four elements encompassing the 12 zodiac signs. Luckily, there's a campus that perfectly matches a corresponding element.Sep 22

From Gong Cha to Utepia, check out these boba spots near Rutgers

Of everything college has introduced me to, I have to say the most useful is the wonderful world of bubble tea. No college student these days is complete without a healthy boba addiction, but where are the best places to get tapioca tea near campus?Sep 21

Put on your 'cardigan' for this fall-themed Taylor Swift playlist

The temperature is finally dipping to the 60s, leaves are starting to fall off trees and it's been rainy outside — so, of course, all the fall girlies are excited. To celebrate this autumnal euphoria, I decided to mesh together two of my favorite activities: making niche Spotify playlists and listening to Taylor Swift.Sep 19

These 2023 VMA best-dressed looks are keeping red carpet fashion alive

The VMAs aired on Tuesday (a bit of a weird time to host an award show in my opinion). That night, Taylor Swift took home several handfuls of awards, NSYNC reunited and of course, celebrities dressed to success. And they really succeeded this year.Sep 15

Why costuming in 'Barbie' was triumphant – 'cause pink just looks so good on us'

In an interview with British Vogue about her work for Greta Gerwig's "Barbie," Academy Award winner and costume designer Jaqueline Durran said, "Barbie really is interlinked with fashion because how you play with her is by dressing her. Clothes are her form of expression."Sep 13

Rutgers theatre season's kickoff revue reminds us what we do for love

Despite the fact that we've only been on campus for a little more than a week, campus theater has already awoken from its slumber. Over the weekend, the Livingston Theatre Company and the Cabaret Theatre put on a musical revue for the start of the theater season.Sep 11

‘Fall’ in love with these autumn-themed room decorations

'Tis the season — and by that, I mean autumn is here! Technically, it's still summer for a few weeks and boiling outside, but we're officially in the "ber" months. And if you're a fall fan like me, you might be looking forward to ringing in the season with some fall room decor. But here's the thing — you're on a college student's budget and likely living in tiny Rutgers housing. Sep 7

RU Connection 2023: Off-campus activities to get you acquainted with New Brunswick

If you're anything like I was during my first year of college, you've already got a mental (or physical, if you're especially meticulous) list of everything you want to do once you're on campus. Of course, there are a few on-campus restaurants to try your meal plan with, famous University landmarks to see like Passion Puddle or the Kissing Bridge on Cook campus and great sites like the Rutgers Gardens to explore. But just as exciting are all the off-campus activities waiting for you in New Brunswick.Sep 6

We’re all falling in love with season 2 of ‘Heartstopper’

Personally, I have never been a big fan of high school or teen-centered shows. The storylines usually seem shallow, the acting can be lacking, especially when the middle-aged writers don't know how young people talk anymore, and characters ultimately seem like unrealistic, pale imitations of actual teenagers. But "Heartstopper," after its second season, refuses to fall into this trap.Aug 28

Everything we sampled from Governor's Ball's extensive menu

Of course, when people get to go to a major music festival like the Governor's Ball, their priorities are set on seeing their favorite acts. Personally, though, I immediately thought of all the food that would be available to me at the dozens of stalls on the festival grounds. Jul 3

Insider Beat: Targum's top 3 acts from Gov Ball 2023

Last weekend, The Daily Targum's Inside Beat desk was lucky enough to be invited to this year's Governors Ball music festival. Though I was excited to hear some cool music and eat some good food, this journey was not for the weak.Jun 19

Acts to look out for during 2023 Gov Ball

As the 2023 Governors Ball dates get closer, I keep checking the frankly overwhelming list of musicians performing over the weekend. Written in big blocky letters in paragraph form, the official lineup poster makes it hard to visualize exactly who is performing.Jun 6

'Omigod You Guys' – State Theatre New Jersey's Broadway series is to die for

As someone who grew up going to see live theater, I've seen a lot of truly amazing Broadway shows. From "Wicked" to "Moulin Rouge," I've been lucky enough to experience the magic of Broadway on more than one occasion.Apr 24

No longer protected by 'Lavender Haze,' Joe Alwyn has become Swifties' new enemy

On April 8, Entertainment Weekly dropped an exclusive story announcing that Joe Alwyn and Taylor Swift had split after six years together.Apr 24

Taylor Swift is always 'Bejeweled' — but these are her best Eras Tour looks

If you're anything like me, you've been religiously following Taylor Swift's Eras Tour since it started on March 17. Maybe you've been lucky enough to attend one of the shows, or if you lost "The Great Ticketmaster War" like many other Swifties, you've probably been getting FoMO watching TikTok lives of the concert.Apr 19

Bring in spring with these easy-to-make, vegan picnic recipes

As we find ourselves in the middle of April, the weather's getting warmer, and the sun has taken residence in blue skies. Honestly, I've been wondering where all the famous "April showers" are.Apr 14 2023

If you can't make it to Coachella this year, 'COMMchella' provides free alternative

With the warmer weather, students are eager to emerge from hibernation and appreciate the beauty of Rutgers' campuses in spring. What better than to kick off the last stretch of the spring semester than with a free music festival?Apr 13 2023

Check out these cool clubs on campus

When I first got to campus, it wasn't exactly a problem for me to find clubs I wanted to join, given Rutgers' overwhelming roster of organizations. But it was challenging narrowing this list down to only a few clubs to commit to.Apr 5 2023

Insider Beat: Comedian Rachel Feinstein discusses stand-up comedy experiences in exclusive interview

Over spring break, I had the opportunity to speak with Rachel Feinstein, a stand-up comic and actress who has both years of experience in the field and quite a few notches on her IMDb page, including projects like "Life & Beth" starring Amy Schumer and "Top Five" directed by Chris Rock.Mar 24 2023

Questioning true crime: Should we find our thrills elsewhere?

Throughout history, human beings have long had a fascination with the macabre. From attending public executions to studying serial killers, people have not only wanted to learn about the vilest of crimes but also about individuals who committed them.Mar 10 2023

Plan your spring break trip around your zodiac sign

Although spring break is right around the corner, it's not too late to pack your bags and book a last-minute trip to your chosen destination. If anything, that's the trickiest part — choosing where you want to go. So what better than to leave the fate of your spring break in the hands of the stars?Mar 9 2023

Ukraine comes to New Brunswick in form of live music

Going to see live music with a full orchestra isn't a common activity for college students, but it sure is an underrated one — especially with State Theater New Jersey, right around the corner off George Street, offering affordable prices to see some of the greatest orchestras on a global scale.Feb 28 2023

Insider Beat: 'Somebody I Used to Know' didn't reinvent romantic comedies, but it's still fun to watch

It’s fascinating when a genre completely disappears. It’s rare, but it was the unfortunate fate of the romantic comedies of the 90s and early aughts.Feb 14 2023

'Diary of a Simpy Kid' has us saying 'zoo-wee mama'

According to the playbill that was handed out to the audience, the idea of "Diary of a Simpy Kid" started as a joke by its creators Michael Trujillo, a junior in the School of Arts and Sciences, and Anthony Graceffo, a sophomore in Mason Gross School of the Arts. But as inside jokes go, this one snowballed into something much more real. And what started as a joke became a masterpiece.Feb 1 2023

Discussing female gaze is already confusing, let’s not involve irrelevant TikTok trends

I, and many others, have often referred to the internet as a digital Wild West and high noon in the form of a horrifying TikTok trend is here again. Yet another conversation about the female gaze has reached the "for you" pages of the masses, and it’s sparked a debate about what exactly the term means.Dec 15 2022

Hate horror movies? Get in autumnal spirits with these fun fall flicks

As October begins and the weather starts to get crisper and chillier each day, we get further situated in the autumn months — which happen to be my favorite time of the year. Believe me, I've been counting down the days until fall and now that it’s here, I’m looking for ways to celebrate, which I often do by watching my favorite fall-themed movies.Oct 7 2022

Posting your kids on social media isn't always corn-tastic

Being part of an age group that grew up online, I was told by my parents to be extremely careful about my presence on the internet. They said not to talk to strangers, wait until I was old enough to be on social media and, when I did join, to keep my accounts private.Sep 22 2022

Psychic Swifties: Predicting what Taylor Swift's 'Midnights' will look like

Ever since “Red (Taylor’s Version)” was released, fans of pop musician Taylor Swift have been eagerly wondering what’s next. Most have been anticipating another "Taylor’s Version" of her other albums that have yet to be released.Sep 20 2022

Gone, but not forgotten: TV shows cancelled too soon

Back in August, it was announced that HBO Max would be canceling and removing from streaming a long list of original and acquired titles. A spokesperson for the company cites the reason being a merger with Discovery+, but HBO Max is certainly not the first streaming platform nor the last to cancel shows before they reach their prime.Sep 15 2022

Summer sun got your skin down? Keep your glow with these skin care tips

Summer may be most people’s favorite season, with lazy days and warm weather, trips to the beach and traveling abroad — but the heat and sun can lead to a few skin care downsides.Aug 11 2022

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 2022

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 2022

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 2022

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 2022

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 2022

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 2022

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 2022

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 2022

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 2021

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 2021

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 2021

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 2021