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For Meghan Markle, the fairy-tale romance came at an exorbitant price

Joanna Buoniconti, Copy/Managing Editor March 9, 2021
In the beginning, Markle assimilated exceedingly well into the royal lifestyle but all the scrutiny from the media combined with the racism behind the palace walls got to be too much for her.
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UMass must do more for the Racial Justice Coalition

Zach Steward, Contributor March 9, 2021
Chancellor Subbaswamy has neglected his responsibilities in regards to the Racial Justice Coalition and UMass for Black Lives.
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Pioneer Valley Jewish Film Festival goes remote amidst the pandemic

Olivia Capriotti, Contributor March 8, 2021
The Springfield Jewish Community Center bridges the gap between social distancing and sociability through an online film festival.
Goons Talk Tunes: Daft Punk

Goons Talk Tunes: Daft Punk

Emma Calnan and Nick Contardo March 8, 2021
Tune in for Nick and Emma's recap on your song recommendations.
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Silk Sonic: Bruno Mars and Anderson .Paak release first single on upcoming album

Isabel Guilmette, Writer March 8, 2021
Mars and Paak join forces to create a groovy collaboration, as apart of their upcoming album.
Wire News Round Up - 3.8.21

Wire News Round Up – 3.8.21

How the UMass Police Department prepared for Blarney, a Golden Globes recap, this week's weather and more.
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One-third of Boston Student Advisory Council resigns in “student mutiny,” alleges abuse of power

Rebeca Pereira, Writer March 5, 2021
“Girl, she’s shook,” her message reads. At the end of the day, BSAC representatives are still students, teenage students who’ve felt their voices stifled in an environment where they were meant to be valued.
Massachusetts 2050: A Warming State

Massachusetts 2050: A Warming State

Caeli Chesin, Writer March 5, 2021
According to DeConto, the rate of sea-level rise has more than doubled from the last century with an increase in the frequency of storm surges and nuisance flooding. Some areas are at greater risk than others because sea-level rise doesn’t happen by the same amount everywhere. One of these unlucky areas is Boston. 
Hobbies for Anxiety Relief: The power of exercising

Hobbies for Anxiety Relief: The power of exercising

Madison Bethune, Assistant Lifestyle Editor March 5, 2021
Exercise has a multitude of mental benefits. It relieves stress, reduces inflammation in the brain, improves sleep, increases energy levels, and boosts self-esteem to name a few.
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Up-and-coming artist Phoenix Rios turns heads in Amherst

Caroline Smith, Contributor March 5, 2021
In March, 2020, Rios finally took the leap, dreaming with his eyes open. Producing lo-fi and groovy melodies paired with upbeat lyrical flows, Rios combines a variety of musical genres, creating his own space in the music world. 
Getting Through with WandaVision

Getting Through with WandaVision

Emma Sammuli, Lifestyle Editor March 4, 2021
This series would simply not be complete without mentioning a tv show that is readily available for your viewing pleasure. This week is the season finale of Marvel’s latest installment, "WandaVision," so you still have time to catch up on the eight episodes that have been released on DisneyPlus. With episodes around only thirty minutes long, it’s the perfect quick binge to get you through the week.
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“Minari” tells a familiar, but unique story of the American dream

Aaron Vincent Facundo, TV/Film Editor March 3, 2021
Director Lee Isaac Chung broke my heart, but then stitched it back together multiple times throughout watching this movie.
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