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If you lost Ticketmaster's 'Great War,' you can still attend 'Eras Tour' in theaters near you

As Swifties and non-Swifties alike know, competition for tickets to Taylor Swift's The Eras Tour was fierce. Whether you got a chance to go see the tour in person or not, if you’re missing the Eras Tour era, you're in luck.8 hours ago

Vegetarian at Rutgers? Here's how to hack on-campus dining

As a vegetarian, it can be easy to feel a bit lost in the dining halls. When the main dishes advertised are meat, I started out wondering if I would only be able to grab a plate of side veggies for every meal.Sep 21

Which Rutgers bus route are you based on your zodiac sign?

The Rutgers bus system can take a while to get used to, whether you're a first-year student learning all the routes or an upperclassman who has a class on a campus you've never had to navigate. But just like each of us, the Rutgers bus routes have their own special quirks.Sep 14

Low-maintenance plants to 'spruce' up your space

Looking to add a little life to your residence hall decor? Getting a houseplant or two can be a great way to make your space feel more homey and add a pop of color to your basic white and beige room.Sep 12

Save your 'scents' with these incredible, affordable perfumes

I don't know about you, but over the past year, I've fallen deep into PerfumeTok — the side of TikTok that discusses all things fragrance, from unique, niche brands to accessible drugstore scents. This has sparked a deep interest in the perfume world for me, and I truly can't get enough. Sep 8

RU Connection 2023: Your new campus caffeine craze may just come from this list

As August winds down, it's almost time for our return to Rutgers. Move-in days, welcome week and syllabus week await, and soon enough, we'll be back in the swing of things for a whole new school year.Sep 6

What's in your water: WaterTok causes health-related controversy

Banana bread. Cotton candy. Birthday cake. If you had to take a guess, what do these things sound like? Ice cream flavors, dessert options, candle scents?Jul 10

Cabaret Theatre's production of 'Into the Woods' was far from 'Agony'

From April 14 to 16, Rutgers' Cabaret Theatre put on its final mainstage musical of its season, "Into the Woods."May 2

Avoid post spring break rut with these nuggets of wisdom

Spring break is simultaneously one of the most exciting and worrying times of the semester for college students. It’s exciting because it’s finally a time to relax and take a few days off from school. Mar 9

Constellations plus coffee: Can your zodiac sign pick your new favorite Starbucks order?

As the new semester begins and our schedules start to get busy again, we’re all going to need our regular caffeine fix. If you’re looking to try something new this year, I've got you covered.Jan 25

We've forgotten 'Avatar': What does this say about its sequel's success?

Even though it’s been 13 years since its release, James Cameron’s "Avatar" remains the highest-grossing film of all time. But in comparison to some other top-grossing films, including titles from the Marvel and Star Wars franchises, "Avatar" doesn’t seem to have had the kind of cultural impact that you would expect from a movie that performed so well at the box office.Dec 14

Prepare for finals season at these underrated study spots

The smell of coffee is in the air, the days are getting shorter and students all across Rutgers are beginning to huddle over their books, studying for what's right around the corner. That’s right — finals season is approaching! No matter what your major is, pretty much every student on campus knows the struggle of spending long days and nights getting ready for exams, projects, presentations and more.Dec 1

TikTok's music industry impact isn't music to everyone's ears

“Who else knew this song before it was trending on TikTok?” It’s a question you’ll find in the comments of pretty much every YouTube video featuring a “TikTok song” — that is, a song that’s become a viral TikTok audio.Sep 9 2022

'Stranger Things' season 4 hits series highs, even with some missteps

After a three-year-long wait, the hit Netflix series “Stranger Things” returned this summer in two volumes, one released in late May and the other in early July. With a total of nine episodes (including a 2-and-a-half-hour-long finale), the fourth season certainly lived up to expectations. Warning: This review contains spoilers for the season!Jul 21 2022

Livingston v. Busch: Rutgers dining halls, ranked

One very important part of the college experience is eating at university dining halls. And here at Rutgers, we’re lucky enough to have four dining halls to choose from.Mar 8 2022

Rutgers buses, ranked: While REXL trumps LX, weekend buses flop

Rutgers buses — love them or hate them, we’ve all had our fair share of experiences with them. But when it comes down to it, one big question exists: Which Rutgers bus routes are the best?Feb 21 2022

@deuxmoi's gossip problem: Celebrities deserve privacy, dignity

Magazine headlines, TV specials and now social media posts: Celebrity gossip has been popular in many forms for decades. But the rise of Instagram accounts such as the infamous @deuxmoi, and the rapid spread of information that these accounts allow for has raised some serious questions about the morality of celebrity gossip.Feb 16 2022

Reflection: Uncertainty surrounding online classes has brought us together, helped us grow

My college experience has been somewhat of a roller coaster so far — I started my first year at Rutgers in 2020, right in the middle of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic. With all of my classes being online and remote, I knew that I was bound to miss out on some of the college experiences I had looked forward to. Jan 24 2022

It's time to call out Instagram charity scams

It’s a scenario that’s becoming more and more familiar to Instagram users: You open the application and click on your friend’s story to see a post reading something like “Repost to plant a tree!” or “Share this to your story to donate!” Nov 24 2021

Fun Halloween-themed recipes to make for your friends

The weather is getting chilly, the sun is setting sooner –– fall is here, and Halloween is just around the corner. No Halloween party is complete without some fun treats to share with your friends, so here are some easy recipes to add some extra spirit to your Halloween events!Oct 30 2021

From rap icon to Rutgers: Here are some of Snoop Dogg's most iconic moments

Rutgers students: We're in luck. In case you missed it, Snoop Dogg will be performing at SHI Stadium on Saturday at 8:30 p.m. The rapper recently announced his latest project, "The Algorithm," and has a vast discography that's sure to please during this weekend's performance.Oct 22 2021