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Zac Jones: Mind over matter

Chase Purrington, Sports Editor October 24, 2019
The secret sauce to the historic start for the smallest defenseman on the UMass Hockey team.
New York Times investigative reporter Nikole Hannah-Jones speaks on the achievement gap at talk held in Springfield

New York Times investigative reporter Nikole Hannah-Jones speaks on the achievement gap at talk held in Springfield

Caeli Chesin and Talia Heisey October 24, 2019
She challenged the audience to think about equality and the extent it exists in a country founded on racist ideals.
(Screenshot from the Euphoria trailer / YouTube)

HBO’s “Euphoria” does everything right when it comes to costume design

Shane Guilfyole, Writer October 24, 2019
The fashion reflected in entertainment eventually trickles down to audiences, who in turn adapt and further develop the looks until a new trend is born, thus forwarding the fashion cycle.
808s and Ankle Breaks: NBA opening night and David Stern on the NBA vs. China

808s and Ankle Breaks: NBA opening night and David Stern on the NBA vs. China

Jonathan Kermah and Trevor Wilson October 24, 2019
The boys discuss the battle for Los Angeles, David Stern’s UMass conference and this week’s Slap or Skip playlist.
Four sweaters to try out for the colder seasons

Four sweaters to try out for the colder seasons

Matt Hachisu, Contributor October 23, 2019
How to look fashionable while remaining comfortable.
Artwork by Kacey Connolly.

Penny For Your Thoughts: Toxic relationships and friendships

Deirdre Carberry and Elena Babson October 23, 2019
The girls relay the story of their friendship and where their podcast name "Penny For originated.
SGAs Sonya Epstein works to create a more just UMass

SGA’s Sonya Epstein works to create a more just UMass

Rebecca Duffy, Writer October 23, 2019
The secretary wants to use their voice to uplift others on a campus they love.
(Screenshot from The Politician Trailer / YouTube)

“The Politician” doesn’t play by the binary

Brianna Silva, Writer October 22, 2019
Blending diversity, humor, music, high school politics and some blood, Murphy crafts a brilliant recipe for disaster. Proving once again that there is nothing more entertaining than the lives of dramatic teenagers.
Five places to go in Dublin for a cocktail, a nosh and a view

Five places to go in Dublin for a cocktail, a nosh and a view

Katherine Kelley, Writer October 22, 2019
Contemporary spots with unique atmospheres that go beyond the traditional Irish fare.

UMass Basketball: Matt McCall readies young team for new season

Liam Shea, Reporter October 21, 2019
Head coach Matt McCall provides updates on the young team and four-star recruit Tre Mitchell.
(Trevor Wilson/Amherst Wire)

Entertainment’s weekly spin with Frank Ocean, Russ and more

Amherst Wire Staff October 21, 2019
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.
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Presidential candidate Andrew Yang: Not left. Not right. Forward.

Vincent Rossi, Writer October 21, 2019
“Not left. Not right. Forward.” has become one of the campaign slogans that indicates his disinterest in playing sides during a very hyper-partisan time in our country.
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