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Freshman tells mom he's fine, but really hates everything

Freshman Wilson Schmitt tells his mom every night about how "okay" he is, but humor columnist Josh Feinblatt caught up with Wilson to hear how his experience first year is really going. Read More »

January 29, 2017 at 8:18 pm


TV

Don't sleep on Hulu's 'The Path'

Aaron Paul breaks out of his usual character mold in Hulu's hit show "The Path," and TV columnist Malvika Randive says the show's second season is one to watch. Read More »

January 25, 2017 at 11:44 pm


A WebMD guide for the campus cold

It's the middle of winter and that means there has to be a nasty cold circulating through campus. Humor columnist Patty Terhune has it. Read More »

January 25, 2017 at 11:14 pm


Documentaries surge back to relevance thanks to streaming, diversity

In a big year for the Oscars, some of the most notable nominees are the ones we tend to overlook: the documentaries. Read More »

January 25, 2017 at 10:41 pm


'La La Land,' 'Moana,' and 'Beauty and the Beast' bring comfort and hope to ailing nation

Music columnist Jenny Bourque has never enjoyed musicals but finds solace in their growing revival among low national mood. Read More »

January 24, 2017 at 11:42 pm


London is a new cup of tea

Settling into a new place is always difficult, even for seasoned traveler and abroad columnist Saniya Moore. Read More »

January 23, 2017 at 10:21 pm


The rise and fall of M. Night Shyamalan and how he shattered expectations

From a break out phenomenon with "The Sixth Sense" to the hard flop "Lady in the Water," M. Night Shyamalan's career has been anything but predictable. Read More »

January 23, 2017 at 10:09 pm


From Puff Daddy to Lorde, artists are making 2017 their comeback year

After long hiatuses, musicians are making epic comebacks this year. Music Columnist Christine Chung previews the variety of new music being released by popular artists and bands in 2017. Read More »

January 22, 2017 at 9:57 pm


What syllabus week really teaches you

Paying attention during syllabus week is hard. There are so many distractions, like catching up on sleep you missed out on during the break, but humor columnist Josh Feinblatt paid attention for you. Read More »

January 22, 2017 at 9:28 pm


Adults, stop asking me how I feel

Humor columnist Patty Terhune has a lot of adults pestering her about college. All these questions have her thinking, especially during her last first week of college. Read More »

January 18, 2017 at 11:58 pm


3 movies to watch before Inauguration Day

These three films have certain qualities that make them a good watch before Donald Trump is inaugurated Friday. Read More »

January 16, 2017 at 10:50 pm


4 things totally going on at SU that you’re missing

Syracuse Stage may still be showing "Mary Poppins," but humor columnist Josh Feinblatt did some research to see what's really going on at SU while students are away. Read More »

January 5, 2017 at 4:30 pm


Nick Viall's diary: Stop reminding me how washed-up and scummy I am

Humor columnist Patty Terhune follows along with "The Bachelor's" 21st season, becoming The D.O.'s connection into the inner-workings of the bachelor's mind. Read More »

January 5, 2017 at 4:24 pm


5 movies to check out over Christmas weekend

Christmas, for some people, is the most wonderful time of the year. It might be the most wonderful time for the cinema too. Here are movie columnist Erik Benjamin's top 5 Christmas picks. Read More »

December 24, 2016 at 10:38 am


Area moms worried Trump presidency will affect daily life

Election humor columnist Josh Feinblatt interviewed area moms to get their perspective on the elections and understand their concerns about Donald Trump as president. Read More »

December 13, 2016 at 2:18 pm


Brand strength helps Disney crush box office record

Disney recently smashed the amount of money made in a year at the box office. Read Erik Benjamin's take on why and how they got there. Read More »

December 6, 2016 at 10:18 pm


'Allied' might not be what you expected: Look for classic Hollywood angles

"Allied" is a cinematic, beautiful collaboration between Brad Pitt and Marion Cotillard, but the World War II love story nods back to "Casablanca" and other Hollywood classics. Read More »

November 30, 2016 at 9:55 pm


For first-years: How to survive a 'Cuse winter

The first snowfall of the year happened while many students were traveling home for Thanksgiving break. Make sure you know how to bundle up before it hits again. Read More »

November 30, 2016 at 8:21 pm


Hollywood buckles up for tumultuous Trump presidency

As the United States moves into what will certainly be an eventful Donald Trump presidential term, movie columnist Erik Benjamin speculates on what that means for Hollywood. Read More »

November 29, 2016 at 8:25 pm


Trump's first 10 days in office will be riveting

Election Humor columnist was granted permission by The Daily Orange Pulp Staff to go forward in time using a time machine and report on Trump's first 10 days in office. Read More »

November 29, 2016 at 7:55 pm


What albums to get for various family, friends this holiday

Stumped on what to get your loved ones this season? Music columnist Emera Riley says music is the gift that keeps on giving. Here are some album reccomendations. Read More »

November 29, 2016 at 7:41 pm


Abroad columnist reflects on international Thanksgiving

Being abroad during one of the biggest U.S. family-oriented holidays poses a challenge for abroad columnist Katelyn Faubel to find ways to celebrate the holiday in Jordan. Read More »

November 28, 2016 at 9:41 pm


What to watch with your family this Thanksgiving weekend

Instead of continuing political debates from Turkey Day this Thanksgiving weekend or pushing someone for a black friday deal, settle down with some films that please the whole family. Read More »

November 25, 2016 at 1:45 pm


'Planes, Trains and Automobiles' perfectly substitutes for holiday season football

Thanksgiving flicks are hard to hunt. Check out a John Hughes classic this holiday weekend, you won't regret it, assures movie columnist Brian Hamlin. Read More »

November 24, 2016 at 9:41 am