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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce made their engagement official on social media.
CULTURE

Travis Kelce’s proposal makes Taylor Swift break ‘forever girlfriend’ trope

By Josie Zimmerman | September 10, 2025

After two years of dating, Taylor Swift announced her engagement to Travis Kelce on Aug. 26.The duo went public in the summer of 2023, with Kelce attending her concerts and Swift watching his football games.Swift announced their engagement in a post on Instagram, captioned “Your English teacher and your gym teacher are getting married,” with her song “So High School” playing over the photos.

Asst. Campus and Community editor Shannon Mahoney shares her favorite books that talk about friendship.
CULTURE

Books to read: Friendship edition

By Shannon Mahoney | September 10, 2025

Whether you're a first-year student or a senior, coming back to campus is a time to reconnect with old friends and – hopefully – make some new ones. It can be easy to feel alone, so here are my top recommendations for books about friendship to help you feel a little less lonely. Some are slightly tragic, and some more hopeful, but all of these books have helped me feel more connected to those around me.

Stella Powers shares what she's been listening to recently.
CULTURE

In the editor’s rotation: Re-entering my theater kid era

By Stella Powers | September 7, 2025

I must warn you: my music taste is all over the place and vastly different from that of the typical college student. Sure, I love my mainstream pop girlies as much as the next person, but I also love my older music, comedic songs and, unfortunately, showtunes, which have infiltrated my recent musical diet a bit more than I’m willing to admit. But my hope is that there are some new songs on here that you have never heard before, and may add to your daily rotations – even if it’s just one or two.All that being said, my Spotify “on repeat” has been quite the trip recently. Buckle up, you’re in for a wild ride!

Sabrina Carpenter releases her seventh studio album, "Man's Best Friend."
CULTURE

Sabrina Carpenter’s “Man’s Best Friend” is my new best friend

By Ayla Peden | September 6, 2025

While Sabrina Carpenter may not be “Man’s Best Friend,” I would so let her be mine.On Aug. 29, the pop sensation released her seventh studio album to the begging hands of anyone who has ever had to deal with a “Manchild,” and let me tell you, I was excited.Much like her last album “Short n’ Sweet,” many of the songs were produced and co-written by Jack Antonoff, who has worked with other artists such as Taylor Swift, Kendrick Lamar, Lorde and more.

Food columnist Hailey Craver visited Oxford's Sushi King.
FOOD

Is Sushi King the King of Sushi?

By Hailey Craver | September 5, 2025

Nestled on High Street between Insomnia Cookies and Salon Signature, Sushi King is a go-to spot for both students and locals craving something beyond the usual Oxford bar fare. It’s known for its half-price rolls at the start of the week, expansive Japanese-inspired menu and casual ambiance.But, does it live up to the hype or fall short?

Oxford offers a variety of places where college students can shop for clothes.
CULTURE

Where to shop for clothes in Oxford

By Stella Powers | September 3, 2025

With the new semester approaching, students are packing their things and preparing for move-in. Every year, Miamians are faced with the tough decision of what to bring with them and what to leave at home, especially those coming from out of state. But what happens if they forget an essential, or find out later on that they weren’t as prepared in the fashion realm as they thought?Luckily, a few places in Oxford can spice up your wardrobe this school year, whether you’re looking for a nice new sweater from a boutique or something pre-loved from a local thrift store.

1868 may be underground, but to the dedicated staff, the establishment is larger than life.
FOOD

The best Oxford bar for every mood

By Anna Reier | August 31, 2025

As we approach the first day of school, one important topic remains at the forefront of many Miamians minds: Oxford’s best drinking establishments. With a wide variety to choose from, it isn’t possible to pick one best place (though I do have my favorites…), so instead, I’ve created a list of the best bars for every occasion.

Parker Green, asst. campus & community editor, had mixed feelings on the new "F1" film starring Brad Pitt.
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‘F1’ movie review: Dazzling visuals, score dampened by distracting plots

By Parker Green | July 18, 2025

There are few things I would rather do than watch 20 multi-millionaires hurtle around oddly-shaped tracks in glamorous locales, battling it out in a marvel of instinct, engineering and strategy.It’s a passion that I have sacrificed my sleep schedule, money and, quite frankly, my sanity for, so when it was announced that Lewis Hamilton (arguably the greatest driver of all time and certainly the most decorated) was producing a Formula One (F1) movie, it was inevitable that I would watch it.Directed by Joseph Kosinski (of “Top Gun: Maverick” fame), starring Brad Pitt (“Fight Club” and “Mr. & Mrs. Smith”) and running just over two and a half hours, “F1” was a whirlwind, both good and bad.

Culture writer Sydney Mulford gives LGBTQ+ book recommendations in honor of Pride Month
CULTURE

Pride reads: LGBTQ+ books for June

By Sydney Mulford | June 26, 2025

June is pride month, and that means it’s time for some LGBTQ+ book recommendations. These are a few of my top LGBTQ+ book recommendations; however, do not stop here. There are thousands more out there – enough to fill all 365 days of the year.

Culture Editor Stella Powers thinks Marvel's "Thunderbolts*" is the best Marvel movie since "Avengers: Endgame."
ENTERTAINMENT

‘Thunderbolts*’ tackles mental health struggles

By Stella Powers | May 8, 2025

When people see a Marvel movie, they can typically expect fun action sequences, some comedy and almost always, a post-credit scene. “Thunderbolts*” (now being marketed as “The New Avengers), the latest addition to the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), delivers all of that. Additionally, it also battles a new villain: mental health.Released on May 2, Marvel’s “Thunderbolts*” stars Florence Pugh as Yelena Belova, Sebastian Stan as Bucky Barnes, Julia Louis-Dreyfus as Valentina Allegra de Fontaine, Lewis Pullman as Robert Reynolds, David Harbour as Alexei Shostakov, Wyatt Russell as John Walker, Hannah John-Kamen as Ava Starr and more.

Asst. Campus and Community Editor Parker Green gives book recommendations for this summer.
CULTURE

Beach, please: summer books you need to read

By Parker Green | May 8, 2025

Summer is almost here, and you know what that means: hours of uninterrupted and guilt-free reading time! So, whether you have a TBR (to be read) thousands of books long or are just trying to read one book over vacation, here are four summer reading suggestions from a variety of genres.

Asst. Culture Editor Ayla Peden gives her recommendations for fun drinks in Oxford
FOOD

Thirsty? Try these fun drinks from around Oxford

By Ayla Peden | May 7, 2025

Have you ever been studying and thought, “I could get so much more done if I had a fun drink?”Now, I know some people like to stick to their signature beverage; I, too, am guilty of this. So, I give you an excuse to try something new with my recommendations.

Asst. Culture Editor Ayla Peden gives insight on what to wear this summer
STYLE

What to wear for warmer weather

By Ayla Peden | May 4, 2025

As temperatures rise and the sun shines brighter, there is more and more of a need for warm-weather clothes. I am sick of sweating after making my way to my classes, and I am ready to embrace my nice, light clothes.So, for the past week, I have been scouring Pinterest to find the perfect summer outfits – something that will remind me that summer is near.

Summer is right around the corner, meaning it's time for summer blockbusters.
CULTURE

Movies to look out for this summer

By Stella Powers | May 1, 2025

Summer is finally approaching, which means the long-awaited summer blockbuster season is right around the corner. While it may not be “Barbenheimer” summer anymore, here are some films to look forward to once school lets out for the year.

Following the release of 'A Minecraft Movie,' audiences seem to have forgotten a key factor in a positive theater experience: movie theater etiquette.
CULTURE

Movie theater etiquette is still important

By Stella Powers | April 29, 2025

If you’ve been on social media at all recently, chances are you are familiar with the chicken jockey scene from“A Minecraft Movie.” For those of you fortunate enough to have avoided this, fans have been screaming and throwing things after Jack Black delivers the line, “chicken jockey.”When I’m home from school, I work at a movie theater. Because of this, I’m very passionate about movie theater etiquette, something that seems to have been forgotten recently. Look, I’m all for having fun at the movies. It’s part of what makes the group viewing experience so special.But throwing popcorn and making a mess on purpose? That’s just unnecessary.

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