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Quiet study floor in the W.E.B. DuBois Library

Why are college students expected to over-work themselves?

Emma Filev-Mihalak, Contributor October 15, 2019
Whether a current or former college student, a high school student, or even a parent, this struggle is shared by most Americans.
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Opeth continue to find mainstream success with “In Cauda Venenum”

Adam Buckley, Writer October 15, 2019
Even after 13 albums of evolution, it seems the band shows no signs of turning back, and are all the better for it.
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Why Kanye West’s new projects are worth the wait

Daniel Smith, Writer October 15, 2019
In an unsurprising move, Kanye West has delayed the release of his new album, “Jesus Is King.”
(Trevor Wilson/Amherst Wire)

Entertainment’s Weekly Spin with Pusha T, Jessie Reyez and more

Amherst Wire Staff October 14, 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.
Hveragerdi, Hringsja sign (Lynn B. Macalingay)

Planning a summer trip to Iceland

Shannon Macalingay, LifeStyle Editor October 14, 2019
How to pack for the chilly temperatures of Iceland's summer.
Amherst Farmers Market features an array of local business and art

Amherst Farmers’ Market features an array of local business and art

Rebecca Duffy and Nicole Biagioni October 13, 2019
The market focuses on small, sustainable business, and fostering local community.

UMass Hockey: Freshmen class fuels victory over RPI

Chase Purrington, Sports Editor October 12, 2019
Zac Jones, Cal Kiefiuk and Reed Lebster cast a cascade of goals in the trio's first collegiate game.
(Shane Guilfoyle / Amherst Wire)

What it means to be a full-time student, part-time DJ

Shane Guilfoyle, Writer October 11, 2019
Over a semester, Jackson Vo has seen his DJ aspirations develop, as he finds himself performing at venues such as Spoke and the Monkey Bar on weekends.
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Housing inequality in Amherst

Quinn Breen, Contributor October 11, 2019
Amherst residents are being pushed out of the housing market to make room for students who are being forced to move off-campus.
(Screenshot from Joker Trailer / YouTube)

“Joker” in review: Masterpiece or Mockery?

David Anderson, Writer October 11, 2019
As any movie that follows a maniacal mass-murderer would be, “Joker” is uncomfortable, disturbing and hard to watch throughout quite a few portions. Despite the unpleasantries, your eyes are glued to the screen throughout the film as its story and central character are so compelling.

UMass Football, Walt Bell: “A lot of improving to do”

Liam Shea, Contributor October 10, 2019
The UMass Football team attempts to rebound after a shutout loss.
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