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Staying on campus for Thanksgiving this year? Share your celebration plans with us.

The Daily Orange would like to hear what Syracuse University students are doing if they're not going home for Thanksgiving break this school year. Read More »

November 4, 2025 at 9:13 pm


Music lovers craft cross-genre beats at producer collective Echo Chamber

Four Bandier Program student-producers post their own beats weekly on Echo Chamber Sounds, creating a space to connect over music. Read More »

November 4, 2025 at 8:57 pm


Uninspired writing, pacing hampers ‘The Hand That Rocks the Cradle’ remake

The 2025 remake of “The Hand That Rocks the Cradle” falls flat, our columnist writes, failing to deliver on tension and including unrealistic characters. Read More »

November 4, 2025 at 8:54 pm


Razor-sharp ‘Bugonia’ ridicules conspiracy theorists with quirks, dark comedy

“Bugonia” combines societal criticism with conspiracy theories in a tense dark-comedy film Read More »

November 4, 2025 at 8:49 pm


Native Heritage Month Kickoff Social shares Indigenous culture at Skybarn

Indigenous Students at Syracuse University celebrated the beginning of Native Heritage Month with traditional dancing on Monday night. Read More »

November 3, 2025 at 11:15 pm


New ‘third space’ Tea House brings Vietnamese cafe culture to Syracuse

Tea House, an expansion of Syracuse’s two locations of Cake Bar, will open this month, offering authentic Asian teas and Instagram-worthy desserts. Read More »

November 3, 2025 at 10:07 pm


Leon Thomas breaks away from one-hit wonder mold with soulful ‘PHOLKS’ EP

Leon Thomas' "PHOLKS" builds on the powerful vocals and soulful lyrics of his previous album with a deeper level of emotion and storytelling, our columnist says. Read More »

November 3, 2025 at 9:19 pm


4 actors, 139 characters: Kitschy comedy ‘The 39 Steps’ comes to Syracuse Stage

Patrick Barlow’s adaptation of “The 39 Steps” brings British humor and dark themes to Syracuse Stage until Nov. 9. Read More »

November 3, 2025 at 9:06 pm


FADS, African Student Union celebrate ‘African royalty’ at Rip the Runway

FADS and ASU partnered to host Rip the Runway, a fashion show aiming to showcase different parts of "African Renaissance." Read More »

November 2, 2025 at 11:56 pm


‘Regretting You’ succeeds as unrealistic, feel-good rom-com

Colleen Hoover’s second book to movie adaptation “Regretting You” is a chemistry and drama-packed high school romance, though it won’t please critics. Read More »

November 2, 2025 at 9:02 pm


Otto Tunes’ pun-filled Cockappella raises awareness, funds for testicular health

Otto Tunes is expected to raise over $20,000 for the Testicular Cancer Foundation from their 13th annual Cockappella benefit concert. Read More »

November 2, 2025 at 8:42 pm


America unites lifetime AM radio listeners, younger online fans in Syracuse

The ’70s band America brought together generations at The Oncenter Saturday night, performing hits like “Sister Golden Hair” and “Ventura Highway.” Read More »

November 2, 2025 at 8:33 pm


Navigate political differences or remember killed journalists this week

Keep learning outside of the classroom this week with events like a talk from the CEO of Covenant or a Tough Topic Tuesday discussion. Read More »

November 2, 2025 at 6:49 pm


These SU students say they coexist with a paranormal roommate

Roommates at an old house in Syracuse’s Eastside neighborhood don’t believe in ghosts, but recently they’ve been spotting some ghostly activities in their house. Read More »

October 30, 2025 at 1:04 am


Día de los Muertos honors family, cross-cultural roots in joyous celebration

Multiple Latine student organizations gathered on Wednesday night to celebrate Día de los Muertos, setting up a variety of tables to illustrate how different cultures celebrate the holiday. Read More »

October 30, 2025 at 12:54 am


Sabrina Carpenter look-alike contest gathers fans in colorful, sparkly ensembles

XO Taco hosted a Sabrina Carpenter lookalike contest on Wednesday night, complete with blonde blowouts and pink espresso martinis. Read More »

October 30, 2025 at 12:41 am


From basement shop to viral on TikTok: Hercules Candy’s online evolution

Hercules Candy, an East Syracuse candy company, has garnered over 1 million followers for satisfying candy making and sarcastic family banter. Read More »

October 30, 2025 at 12:22 am


SU students preserve Halloween traditions with handmade, thrifted costumes

Some Syracuse students spend all of October or more planning their Halloween costumes, preparing for the holiday when campus comes to life with parties. Read More »

October 29, 2025 at 10:47 pm


Daniel Caesar reconciles with earthly, heavenly fathers in ‘Son of Spergy’

Daniel Caesar's "Son Of Spergy" is a full-circle moment for the artist, allowing him to reconnect with his relationship to family and faith. Read More »

October 29, 2025 at 10:40 pm


Conjure up spooky spirits with The Afterlife, Dazed this Halloweekend

America will bring Syracuse back to the ’70s this Halloweekend with a performance at The Oncenter, and local venues will celebrate the holiday with costume parties and live music. Read More »

October 29, 2025 at 9:28 pm


Phoneboy blends 2000s punk, indie pop at The Song & Dance downtown

Phoneboy brought local fans together for a night of live music on Tuesday, electrifying the Song & Dance along with openers Sammy Curcuru and Fever Dream. Read More »

October 29, 2025 at 12:44 am


Crayons, coloring books aren’t just for kids at Craft Club by Cozy Crafts

Syracuse native Laney De’lee created Craft Club by Cozy Crafts for adults to slow down and connect over arts and crafts. Read More »

October 28, 2025 at 9:44 pm


‘Nobody Wants This’ Season 2 revisits interfaith dilemmas, lacks chemistry

Netflix’s “Nobody Wants This” returned for a second season this week, but failed to bring back the same magic and chemistry in the main characters’ love story. Read More »

October 28, 2025 at 9:11 pm


Friday nights at SU’s Esports Center offer 'random fun,' nightlife alternative

Syracuse University's Gaming and Esports Center is a social weekend hub for gamers and newbies alike looking for an alternative to traditional nightlife. Read More »

October 27, 2025 at 10:34 pm