How to practice mindfulness while cooking
Elisabeth Morgan, Writer
March 3, 2020
Practicing mindfulness is all the rage these days. But did you know you can be mindful even while cooking?
Blurring the lines: Why Brazil’s growing relationship with the U.S is troubling
Drew Sullivan, Writer
February 27, 2020
While some may write this off as paranoid and speculative, the USA's backing of Brazil's 20-year dictatorship, which resulted in the torture, murder, and illegal arrest of thousands, is all the historical justification I need to be concerned.
Reviewing the “Tati Beauty Textured Neutrals Vol. 1” palette
Sophia Torres, Writer
February 25, 2020
Tati Westbrook's eyeshadow palette is the perfect way to create versatile makeup looks.
Beating the winter skin blues
Erin Hunter, Contributor
February 19, 2020
Beat the winter skin blues this season with helpful tips and tricks to protect your skin.
Penny For Your Thoughts: Monogamy, polyamory and the importance of grades
Deirdre Carberry and Elena Babson
February 13, 2020
Deirdre and Elena discuss the history and misconceptions of non-monogamy and polyamory. They give their personal thoughts on the topics and finish up with a discussion on the importance of grades.
Authentic experience at Mission Cantina: A restaurant review
Sean Dunham, Contributor
February 13, 2020
Mission Cantina serves delicious Mexican food in a vibrant and fun space, offering its guests an authentic experience.
Brent Faiyaz, “F*** The World”
Astghik Dion, Photo/Assistant Entertainment Editor
February 13, 2020
“F*** The World” dropped on Feb. 7, and for the first time, it felt like it wasn’t merely his diehard fans listening. It was blatantly obvious Faiyaz has now completely submerged in the limelight, and there is no going back.
In defense of the comment section
Drew Sullivan, Contributor
February 11, 2020
In today's ever-evolving digital media landscape, the comment section has become somewhat omnipresent. While some regard it as the great public commons, many others consider it The Wild West of the Internet, where one can find intelligent rebuttals, vitriolic attacks, and irrelevant conjecture.
Delicious plant-based food at Pulse Cafe: A restaurant review
Elisabeth Morgan, Contributor
February 11, 2020
Pulse Cafe, located in Hadley, serves delicious plant-based food in a warm and inviting space for vegans non-vegans alike.
Entertainment’s Weekly Spin with Joji, Che Ecru, Lil Keed and more
February 11, 2020
With more music being released than ever before, Amherst Wire’s Entertainment team keeps you posted with some of their favorite tracks of the week.
Is Saturday Night Live culturally dead in the water?
Shiloh Clark, Contributor
February 5, 2020
The variety show has had several instances of jokes being criticized by the general public, but in recent years the question of whether or not the comedy of SNL is culturally relevant has been raised.
TransAtlantic Soccer Podcast: Preview to the transfer window
Alejandro Winsor and Jacob Robson
February 3, 2020
In Episode 6 of the TransAtlantic Soccer Podcast, Alejandro and Jake catch up on the major soccer news that happened over the Winter break, pay tribute to Kobe Bryant and make their Champions League predictions.
Rebecca Duffy, Campus News Editor
MASSPRIG celebrated Earth Day's 50th anniversary by co-hosting a virtual event for 100% renewal energy.
Beccy discusses the options for the upcoming semester.
COVID-19: Our Social Safety Net is Failing Us
As the crisis has unfolded in the US one thing remains clear: our social safety net is failing us.
Quarantine reflection: Breaking out of the suburban bubble
Managing Editor Trevor Wilson reflects on his experience during the COVID-19 quarantine.