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Workers exit The Berry Bar located at 20 E High St. in Oxford, Ohio.

The Berry Bar is shaking things up on High Street

It's a high 70-degree Sunday in Oxford, one of the first of the spring season, and I find myself craving something cold, refreshing and, most importantly, nutritional. Historically, this would’ve been hard to find for students around Oxford, where Uptown is known for its assortment of bars, sandwich shops and other fast-casual restaurants.However, on April 11, a new kind of bar opened on High Street — The Berry Bar.


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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.


Vision Dance company preforming in Alumni Hall during their annual showcase titled, V2K.
CULTURE

V2K: 25 years of Vision Dance Company

Miami University’s Vision Dance Company (VDC) is a student-led organization on campus bringing dancers together to choreograph and perform. Established in 2001, they are “Miami’s most versatile dance organization.”On April 10 and 11, they performed their 2026 show, V2K — their own take on Y2K — celebrating the organization’s 25th anniversary.


Bodega storefront located on West High Street.
FOOD

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.


Student working inside fashion design studio in Boyd Hall.
STYLE

MUF&D celebrates 20 years with annual fashion show ‘Allure’

For years, the fashion world has captivated thousands of people — Miami is no exception. Over the past 20 years, Miami University Fashion and Design (MUF&D) has hosted its annual fashion show, showcasing the designs of fashion and non-fashion majors alike. With over 900 members, MUF&D is Miami’s largest student-run organization.


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.


Kevin Chamberlin talking to students during the Q&A portion of his lecture in Hall auditorium.
CULTURE

Kevin Chamberlin discusses creativity, adapting and Bertram tapestries in lecture

Kevin Chamberlin began his career on the stage of a community theater in South Jersey. Now, roughly 50 years later, Chamberlin has performed numerous times on Broadway, appeared alongside Bruce Willis in “Die Hard” and has become a childhood icon for his role in the Disney Channel show “Jessie.”Chamberlin visited as part of Miami University’s lecture series Monday, April 6.

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