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Students share thoughts, feelings after rapper PnB Rock killed in LA
“It’s indicative of a much larger problem, in my opinion,” Kurtzman said.
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Broad opens new exhibit on the eccentric late architect, Zaha Hadid
Zaha Hadid is now being remembered with a special anniversary present from the Broad Art Museum for their 10th birthday: an exhibition centered around the architect's design work.
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MSU student goes viral after finding unidentified substance in Subway sandwich
Coyne noticed a brown substance on the wrapping paper of her sandwich, which she said might have been feces. The next morning, she reached out to the East Lansing Police Department, or ELPD, to get the substance sampled. She posted a TikTok, which collected 2.1 million views, for advice on the situation.
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Your guide to bookstores in the Greater Lansing area
Even with eLibraries, Kindles and Amazon at our fingertips, there’s something about rifling through a physical book that just can’t be replaced. For all the bookworms out there, here’s a guide to great bookstores in and around East Lansing.
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'Just Poetry' night works to remove stigma and celebrate incarcerated artists
The event centered around sharing the harmful effects of isolation and solitary confinement. "Nobody thought I would amount to anything when I would get out," formerly incarcerated artist Jason Wirick said. "You can be anything you want to be."
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‘Apple Store aesthetic for marijuana’: The stigma has faded at East Lansing's dispensaries
"I think that the more that we see the laws change, the more that the stigma will start to subside," said Lansing cannabis worker, Leslie Pinder. Several local budtenders agree that the misunderstandings surrounding marijuana are fading.
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From the State News archives: Snapshots of Queen Elizabeth II's life
In 1952, a second front page article below-the-fold headlined “Campus Talks of King’s Death,” collected student reactions to the monarch’s passing, in which students traded opinions on whether or not Elizabeth II was ready to assume the throne.
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Students share their experiences, struggles becoming a part of MSU's LGBTQ+ community
For some, there is a strong contrast to the experience of being a part of the LGBTQ+ community in high school opposed to in college.
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“The money’s saying that they don’t care”: MSU divestment at a standstill
The MSU chapter of Sunrise has been engaged in a years-long campaign to push MSU to fully divest from fossil fuels. They made some progress when, in 2018, MSU exited all of its public non-renewable energy investments. But, as of December 2021, the university still held $88,605,622 in private fossil fuel investments. Here's what both Trustees and advocates have to say about it:
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MSU Students share predictions for "Midnights", Taylor Swift's new album
Swift has become increasingly known for leaving “easter eggs”, or clues in her music videos and lyrics for her fans to pick out and unravel. These hints reveal projects that she is working on. Since the announcement of "Midnights", fans have been developing their own theories and looking for anything that will signal what it will bring.
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'Don't Worry Darling' drama update: sexism, favoritism and 'spitgate'
Here's everything you need to know about the Twitter tea surrounding "Don't Worry Darling", and of course, whether or not Harry Styles spit on Chris Pine.
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OPINION: Best entertainment of the summer, what to look out for this fall
When we find ourselves in East Lansing again, when the leaves start changing color and our daylight hours get shorter, it can be easy to feel stuck. However, this fall, there are still many shows and movies we have to look forward to.
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The rise of casual social media: How authentic can we truly be?
Social media users are calling to make the internet a casual place, but is this a realistic goal?
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MSU students react to Queen Elizabeth II's death at age 96
Many members of the local community are mourning the loss of the British monarch who ruled for a third as long as America has been formed as a free nation.
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The Price is Right Live: popular game show coming to East Lansing
America's favorite game show is coming to the Wharton Center to recruit contestants to win big prizes. The interactive show will take place in the Cobb Great Hall on Sunday, October 23, at 6 p.m.
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'Art is something that is not elitist': Board of Broad Art Museum seeks accessibility
Board members of Eli & Edythe Broad Art Museum share one common goal: bettering the art and the community.
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On sale now: Individual tickets for shows of The Wharton Center's 40th season
Come celebrate the Wharton Center's 40th season with tickets to Broadway, classical music or dance. The Wharton's student-rated ticket price offers many performances to be viewed for $29.
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Today's forecast: Sunny skies with a chance of solar flares
Should you be worried about a solar flare possibly colliding with the Earth this evening? Climate Justice Reporter Alex Walters spoke with the President of the American Astronomical Society to give you all the answers.
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Meet the Broad Staff: Exploring the museum's vision for a creative community
Assistant Director of Development Sandra Brown wants the museum to be a vibrant hub for social interaction. “That's the great thing about art,” Brown said. “It transcends boundaries."
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First day fears: The common mistake of entering the wrong classroom
The lucky ones might be able to leave before anyone notices they’re in the wrong room. Others are subject to watching everyone turn their head to the back of the room and take in their mistake.