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April 19 , 2024

So far, so real: Pierce the Veil retains its style with twists

It has been nearly seven years since the release of “Misadventures,” the most recent album by the group until their midnight release of “The Jaws of Life” on Friday, Feb. 10. The album marks the group’s first without the band’s former drummer, Mike Fuentes, brother of lead vocalist and guitarist Vic Fuentes.

Do Men Who Glorify Sexual Abuse through Music Tend to Sexually Abuse?

Why do some men rap and sing about women like they’re objects? Why do they write words glorifying sexual violence against women? Is it because they respect women, want to protect them, and have ...

Musk’s Twitter purchase: The free speech debate is distracting us

Many people couldn’t be happier with Elon Musk buying Twitter, ready to see a platform with less censorship. However, many couldn’t be more upset, afraid of seeing a platform with fewer sa...

Viewpoints: Two students on abortion, choice and opportunity

“We both woke up with a sort of feeling of dread because it’s—even if you’re pro-choice, it’s never a happy feeling to have to terminate.”

Fast fashion: Trends, personal style, options for UM students

Trends pop up faster than ever today thanks to social media like TikTok and Instagram. Fashion brands count on the desire of young people to have what’s trending and the doubt they cast on themselves when it comes to their individuality. These brands cash in through fast fashion.

The future of biodegradable plastics and waste in UM’s food court

Hundreds of restaurants in major cities have started using biodegradable plastics for utensils over the past few years. As many restaurants as I’ve seen offering these utensils and advertising t...

COPE and SART ‘Raise the Flag’ in support of sexual assault awa...

Student organization “It’s On Us,” the Sandler Center, and the University of Miami Police Department all partnered with COPE and SART for the event and hosted tables with resources and education for students.

HBO Max’s ‘Moonshot’ is a romantic blend of comedy and fi...

“Moonshot” follows Walt (Cole Sprouse) and Sophie (Lana Condor) as they travel to Mars. Viewers are also introduced to the character Leon Kovi, the billionaire behind the Mars program, within the first couple scenes. Many will recognize parallels between Leon Kovi and Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX. Leon is, afterall, a rhyming anagram of Elon.

Viewpoints: Two students on abortion’s impact on women

“I as a man will never know what it’s like to be a woman who is at the precipice of her life, at the precipice of her career ... who suddenly finds herself in an unplanned pregnancy. But I do know what it’s like to be her son.”

UM’s ‘FunDay’ returns to campus after going virtual

The 39th annual FunDay kicked off at 10 a.m. Saturday at the University of Miami. FunDay pairs special citizens from South Florida with UM student volunteers to enjoy a day full of games, activities and food.

Allison Bliss