Lana Del Rey’s ‘Ultraviolence’ album review
After many rumors and false music career farewells, Lana Del Rey is back in full swing with her new album Ultraviolence, available in the U.S. on Tuesday, June 17. The artist had presented many doubts...
View Article“Tammy” is more of the same for Melissa McCarthy
When I first saw the trailer for “Tammy,” one thing crossed my mind. Does Melissa McCarthy play the same character in every single movie? You know what I’m talking about. She’s a big girl with a big...
View ArticlePaul McCartney Rocks The Burgh
It has been 50 years since the Beatles performed at the former Civic Arena. For many Beatle or Paul McCartney fans, it was feared Sir Paul would never return to Pittsburgh, until 2010 when he played...
View Article“Dawn of the Planet of the Apes:” A wonderful nod to the franchises history
A few months ago I made an entry into my column “Out of My Element” featuring the 1968 classic movie, “The Planet of the Apes.” In it, I described in great detail my love of the “Planet of the Apes”...
View Article“Into The Storm”: 100% chance of tornados and enjoyment?
Opening this Friday, August 8th in theaters everywhere is the pulse pounding natural disaster flick “Into The Storm.” Helmed as a modernized “Twister” told through a found footage, documentary style,...
View Article“Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles”: A hollow shell of a movie
I’m going to start off this article by clearing the air right up front. By no means am I, or have I ever been a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles fan, so before everyone jumps down my throat for being just...
View ArticleComedy loses a legend: Robin Williams 1951-2014
Earlier today it was revealed that legendary comedian and Academy Award winning actor Robin Williams was found dead in his home at the age of 63. Though it has not been officially confirmed, it is...
View ArticleSNL Season 40: Change
This weekend marked the beginning of the 40th season of “Saturday Night Live.” Chris Pratt hosted, while Ariana Grande was the musical guest. Though, the biggest storylines going forward involve the...
View ArticleUltra High Definition: Is it worth it?
The last time you walked through a Best Buy, you may have noticed quite a few TV’s boasting about “Ultra High Definition,” or “UHD 4K.” It sounds awesome, four times the resolution of full HD, or four...
View ArticleHere’s what’s powering over a fifth of the Internet
According to Web Technology Survey’s, 23.1 percent of the top ten million websites are driven by a certain content management system. Big name publications like Time and Vogue are alongside Beyoncé,...
View ArticleRMU Theatre bares all
bare: A Pop Opera, RMU Theatres most recent musical production, is a no holds-barred, raw look into the most secretive and racy parts of peoples lives. The story is a complicated one. Basically...
View ArticleLove is a Drag: Colonial Theater Boys Serve It!
You might be avoiding meat today, but the Colonial Theater certainly wasn’t serving fish last night (drag queens that look like real women). Seven boys including two RMU ulums pulled out stilettos and...
View ArticleRMU Freshman FAQ
Entering your freshman year of college is one of the most exciting times of your life! We know it also can be one of the most stressful – we’ve been there! There’s so much uncertainty surrounding this...
View ArticleIn’s and Out’s of College Fashion
For many college students, the decision of what to wear is important because it is an expression of one’s individuality and personality. Whether you are aware of it or not, what you wear can impact how...
View ArticleCelebrating Pigskins and Ribs
Pittsburgh launched Labor Day weekend with the Kickoff and Rib Festival lasting from Sept. 1, 2016 until Sept. 5, 2016 that celebrated the return of football season. There were 14 different rib vendors...
View ArticlePittsburgh’s Own Irish Festival
The city of Pittsburgh hosts the 26th annual Irish Festival this weekend, September 9-11, 2016, at the Riverplex. The festival opened on Friday and continues Saturday 11:00 am to 11:00 pm and Sunday...
View ArticleRobinson’s Annual Autumn Festival
Robinson Township’s Annual Autumn Festival was held Saturday, Sept. 17, 2016 from 12 p.m to 10 p.m at Burkett Sports and Recreation Complex. The rides were open from 12:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Some of the...
View ArticleLooking Over iOS 10
The new iPhone 7 is taking the world by storm, but what about its software counterpart? The newest Apple operating system, iOS 10, debuted on Sept. 13, 2016. For those of us not lined up outside of the...
View ArticleBudget Bites: China Max
Tired of eating cafeteria food yet? Me too, and so is everyone else. Luckily there’s a lot of spots around the Moon area to get a change of pace. Robert Morris University’s campus is surrounded by some...
View ArticleTrying Primanti’s Newest Sandwich
During the Great Depression, Joe Primanti started the sandwich business that has become a Pittsburgh landmark and still bears his family name. Ever since he opened his first store in the Strip...
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