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The digital-first, student-run magazine of the University of Massachusetts Amherst Journalism Department

Amherst Wire

Rain didn’t deter around 70 rallygoers who marched from the Student Union to the Whitmore Administration Building.
“Do you know where your money goes?”: UMass SJP remains focused on divestment at first rally of fall semester
Dan McGlynn, News Editor

  Rain poured as leaders of the University of Massachusetts Amherst chapter of Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) gathered in front of the Student Union at 3p.m. on Wednesday. Organizers toted megaphones, Palestinian...

56 UMass Students Arrested at “Free Palestine” Protest
56 UMass Students Arrested at “Free Palestine” Protest
Gabby Burdick, News Editor

Students gathered outside the University of Massachusetts Amherst Student Union to protest the school’s investments and involvement in militarism.    The demonstration started at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, with a...

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"Orlando": A Celebration of Queerness Comes to the Rand Theater
“Orlando”: A Celebration of Queerness Comes to the Rand Theater
Maanasa Dhavala, Writer
Based on a Sarah Ruhl adaptation of the Virginia Woolf novel, Orlando tells the story of a genderfluid aristocrat as they live through several centuries of history, fall in love, get their heart broken, and explore their identity. 
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Friendsgiving: Easy recipes for those who struggle in the kitchen
Friendsgiving: Easy recipes for those who struggle in the kitchen
Katherine Bernier, Contributor
A cherished tradition for many students towards the end of November is Friendsgiving, a fun excuse to get together and do what you do every week–eat food and talk. Friendsgiving is special though, there is something different about this get-together. Being tasked to bring something to the table (literally) is not always a fun opportunity. For those of us who struggle in the kitchen, it may even be scary. In some cases, it may be easiest to just buy something from the store. But, if you are looking to give it your best shot, keep reading. Below, I have some pretty easy recipes to follow if you are looking to bring homemade dishes to your Friendsgiving. 
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2025 Oscars Best Picture Nominees, Ranked from Worst to Best
Paige Rawson, Entertainment Editor

2024 was a major year for cinema, a triumphant recovery from the 2023 SAG-AFTRA strikes that left a mark on last year's awards season. Blockbusters such as Dune: Two and Wicked dominated the box office, along with more deep-cut...

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Amherst Wire Staff Picks: Valentine’s Day Movies
Amherst Wire Staff

Whether spending this Valentine's Day with a partner, a friend, or alone, the best way to get into the spirit of love is to watch a movie about it! The Wire staff list their favorite romance movies to help you make your selection. Cass...

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UMass dominates against Loyola Chicago 87-62
UMass dominates against Loyola Chicago 87-62
Eric Lee, Writer

The Massachusetts Women’s basketball team (15-12, 10-6 Atlantic-10) flashed their dominance in an 87-62 rout against Loyola Chicago on Wednesday night. The win seals UMass a bye in the first round of the A-10 tournament....

All In or All Wrong? Doncic and Davis Swap Could be Trade of the Decade
All In or All Wrong? Doncic and Davis Swap Could be Trade of the Decade
Zuriel Sarosh, Writer

The Los Angeles Lakers and Dallas Mavericks have sent shockwaves throughout the NBA by trading blossoming star Luka Doncic for ten-time all-star Anthony Davis. The trade turned what seemed to be a quiet trade deadline into...

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Finding Comfort in the Minority
Finding Comfort in the Minority
Aliana Liz Tavares, Managing Editor

“It definitely angered me—not just that it was done—it was done in the protection of the night,” said Clement Boaheng, a third year graduate student in Health Policy...

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The album cover for "Chromakopia" (Spotify)
Chromakopia: Tyler, the Creator at his Most Honest
Francisco Aguirre-Ghiso, Contributor

On his new album, Tyler, the Creator scolds himself for putting on a persona of confidence on his song “Take the Mask Off,” saying that he “ain't gotta hide from the...

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10 Years of The 1975: The 1975 Deluxe Edition Review
Paige Rawson, Contributor

British pop-rock band The 1975 recently celebrated the 10th anniversary of their self-titled debut album that was released on September 2nd, 2013. Formerly known as “Drive...