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Amy Cho is the Love & Sex Reporter for The State News.

Recent Articles

LIFE

"Heated Rivalry" sparks discussion surrounding LGBTQIA+ representation

Released in November 2025, the book-to-screen adaptation Heated Rivalry has taken the world by storm, capturing widespread attention on platforms like social media. Heated Rivalry, originally a romance novel written by Rachel Reid as the second book in her “Game Changers” series, follows two rival professional hockey players, Shane Hollander and Ilya Rozanov, and their secret, enemies-to-lovers long-term relationship. The show explores queer relationships in a typically hyper-masculine setting, where heteronormativity is what is generally accepted.

EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Lansing hosts first Olive Burger Week

From Jan. 23 - 31, Lansing’s first Olive Burger Week will take place in various participating local restaurants. Dubbed as the Olive Burger Capital, Lansing restaurants will celebrate by providing customers with their own unique takes on the classic olive burger. Co-hosted by Lansing Foodies and Lansing 5:01, Olive Burger Week will feature a variety of local restaurants.

LIFE

How do off-campus students ensure they eat balanced meals?

Off-campus students have a lot on their plates when it comes to figuring out different aspects of living, usually for the first time. For example, these students may now need to consider transportation on and off campus, along with an increased financial responsibility due to rent and several bills. Another aspect to consider includes food, along with the financial and time constraints it may bring. With off-campus students not being able to rely on dining halls for every meal, how do they ensure they eat balanced meals?