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While dorms are small, it's still possible to decorate them and make them your own.

How to style a shoebox: The fun and functional dorm guide

As you take the next steps into adulthood, it feels as if the world is your oyster. You have people to meet, life-changing classes to take and a dorm the size of a single car garage that you share with a complete stranger.Luckily for you, there are plenty of functional ways to decorate your dorm that remain stylish enough that you can almost forget you live in a shoebox with finicky AC.


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Assistant Culture Editor Ayla Peden shares her 10 favorite looks from the 2026 Met Gala.
STYLE

From statues to masterpieces: The best Met Gala 2026 looks

For the past 78 years, the first Monday in May has signified the biggest event for the Metropolitan Museum of Art (the Met): the Met Gala. Celebrities, billionaires and designers pay thousands of dollars to take part in one of the biggest nights in fashion, and I eat it up every time.


"The Devil Wears Prada 2" is a rare example of a sequel that lives up to the fabulousness of the original.
CULTURE

A sequel in 2026? Groundbreaking (in a good way)

“The Devil Wears Prada,” a fashion classic, was released in 2006. Now, 20 years later, the iconic cast of characters has returned for what has to be one of the best sequels I have ever seen.Sequels tend to be hit or miss for me, with an emphasis on the miss. Even when I have the time of my life watching them, they almost always fail to meet the quality of the original. “The Devil Wears Prada 2” is an exception to that.


Senior staff writer Molly Fahy recommends books for summer.
CULTURE

Books to plow through during summer break

Look, I get it, we’re all burnt out, and we don’t want to read words anymore. But at some point during summer break, you’re going to wake up on that towel on the beach and realize you’re bored out of your mind and need something to do.


Food columnist Hailey Craver reviews uptown staple, Fiesta Chara.
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One last margarita tower at Fiesta Charra

Fiesta Charra is one of Oxford’s most popular spots. Chances are you’ve been there at least once. Maybe it was for a margarita tower during your Miami experience, or maybe you remember the endless Yik Yak rumors about police raids. As my time here comes to an end, my friends and I wanted to go back just one last time.


Editor-at-Large Kethan Babu said that Spider-Man has significantly influenced his life.
CULTURE

Spider-Man: More than a comic book superhero

Before the MCU took off, the Sam Raimi “Spider-Man” trilogy was the peak of superhero movies. Tobey Maguire’s Peter Parker was the first live-action version of the superhero and the introduction to Spider-Man and Marvel in general for kids growing up in the 2000s.Those movies kick-started my obsession that still lingers today.


The weather is starting to warm up, so it's time to invest in a spring wardrobe.
STYLE

What to wear now that the weather is getting warmer

Temperatures are finally starting to rise above freezing, which means spring is here. It’s time to trade in those cozy sweaters and winter coats for something a bit more weather-appropriate.I’m not a style expert by any means, but I love a good spring outfit. Here are some recommendations for staple items and styles to invest in for your spring wardrobe.


Bodega storefront located on West High Street.
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A look inside Bodega

Since 1989, Bodega Delicatessen has been a local favorite deli in Oxford. They are known for their wide array of soups, sandwiches and pasta salads.


A24's 'The Drama' is drama-filled and messy.
CULTURE

The only correct title: A review of ‘The Drama’

Director Kristoffer Borgli did not miss when he titled this movie “The Drama” — because there is certainly drama.From the beginning, you can tell something is off. While it did not convey typical aspects of horror or suspense, things felt weird. The initial scene depicts a seemingly adorable meet-cute between Charlie (Robert Pattinson) and Emma (Zendaya).


Digital Media Editor Elise Hanna wants to bring back the days of good music videos.
CULTURE

TikTok killed the MTV star: The decline of music videos

Growing up, my family had a near-nightly tradition. After dinner and showers, we would gather around the TV in the family room and watch my mom’s favorite music videos from days past.It was a family-wide event, with my siblings and I taking turns choosing the next mini-movie, analyzing the story it told and copying dance moves we saw onscreen.The general quality of music videos has decreased dramatically in recent years. It went from being an art form where the artist could convey the meaning behind their music, to nothing more than a five-second silent snippet that plays on repeat while you listen to the track on Spotify.


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4 sweet treats to make for spring

Whether you spent spring break frolicking on the beach or stayed home to catch up on some much-needed sleep, these spring pastries are just what you need to enjoy the season ahead. From a light and fluffy lemon blueberry coffee cake to a rich and decadent fudge brownie, there’s a recipe for every occasion.


Editor-at-Large Kethan Babu thinks the movie theater experience tops watching something at home.
CULTURE

You can’t replace the movie theater experience

Over spring break, I convinced a friend to tag along for a “Ready or Not 2” screening. I knew nothing about the movie — I still haven’t even seen the first one — but the trailers interested me, and I was due for a trip to the theater.The audience filled less than half of our showing, which I simultaneously questioned and celebrated. The movie itself lived up to my expectations, but as we walked out of AMC, I thought back to the theater experiences I had growing up.

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