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Thirty years later, the sequel to the hit 'Practical Magic' film was released.
CULTURE

‘Practical Magic 2’: Shenanigans

The Owens sisters are back after nearly three decades, and this time, they have even more magic, family drama and romance than ever before. “Practical Magic 2” brings Gillian and Sally Owens back to the big screen and allows the audience to experience their magic once again.


Students walk in front of Western Dining.
FOOD

Finding comfort in food

Food: possibly one of my favorite four-letter words; not just because I love a good meal, but also because of how it can represent people’s identities. Just take a quick look at the TV schedule for the Food Network, where celebrities take us into their personal lives with food. People like Ree Drummond take us behind the scenes and show us what food means to them, and the impact it’s had on their lives. Not only do we need food to live, we need it to thrive.


Staff Writer Layla Norris talks about the best film bro movies.
CULTURE

‘Film bro’ movies that are actually worth your time

We all know that guy who calls movies “films,” says he is going to the “cinema” and refuses to watch an animated movie. Pretentious men who look down at us common movie watchers have fueled this “film bro” stereotype. Here are typical film bro favorites that are actually worth watching.


The canals of Bruges with people waiting to get on tour boats.
CULTURE

Ayla’s Adventures: Walking around medieval Bruges

On Aug. 19, the Miami University John E. Dolibois European Center (MUDEC) welcomed its Fall 2026 class. New and familiar faces huddled in a group outside the arrival gates, waiting to get a shuttle either to their new apartment or the Differdange Chateau where classes are held each week. I was among this sea of students, impatiently waiting to settle into my home for the next four months.


Staff Writer Layla Norris recommends some books to kick off the fall season.
CULTURE

Five books to ramp up your fall aesthetic this year

If you’re anything like me, you’ve been yearning for the fall season — big sweaters, pumpkin spice, cozy nights in and it finally being acceptable to watch Halloween movies. Thankfully, it’s almost upon us.Even after you’ve rewatched “Gilmore Girls" and all the “Harry Potter” movies, it’s still important to consume as much fall media as you possibly can (it’s vital to your health). The best way to pass the time on a fall night and succumb to the academia aesthetic is reading.Here are five books to read with a fall vibe that will immerse you in the season.


Culture Editor Stella Powers shares what she has been listening to recently.
CULTURE

In the editor’s rotation: Welcome back

As the semester kicks off and everyone settles into a new routine, I wanted to share what I’ve been listening to. If you’re new here, I have an important disclaimer: I absolutely adore showtunes. That being said, I branched out quite a bit this summer. It’s incredibly exciting.

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