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Channing Tatum's glorious six pack isn't even the best part of 'Magic Mike XXL'

Those who saw the first “Magic Mike”and complained that there was too much of an actual story and acting to appreciate the nearly-naked male dancers will find this film a dream.

By Jagger Czajka | July 2, 2015

A view of the San Carlos Hotel from University Center on Arizona State University downtown campus on Jan. 23, 2015 in Phoenix, Arizona. Street harassment is a common and real struggle for any woman going about her business in an urban environment.

7 struggles with street harassment

If you are a woman who deals with daily street harassment, you’ve most likely dealt with these seven situations.

By Aimee Plante | June 30, 2015

Quiz: Are you more Simon or Garfunkel?

Hello darkness, my old friend.

By Aimee Plante | June 29, 2015

'Ted 2' needs to lay off the grass and focus on the comedy

At first it’s funny, but then all the flab begins to show and it gets sad.

By Jagger Czajka | June 27, 2015

Fedde Le Grand talks new album, wants to make crowds go 'absolutely mental'

I caught up with Le Grand over the phone to talk with him about his new album and how he's able to maintain his popularity in the sometimes ruthless EDM scene.

By Jacob Goldstein | June 26, 2015

Installation by Richard Barnes and Amanda Krugliak at Combine Studios gallery.

Summer art exhibits to catch at ASU

ASU is offering several free exhibits in its multiple gallery locations throughout the summer.

By Isabella Castillo | June 25, 2015

7 Dad Rock songs to say, 'Hey Pop, you're pretty swell.'

Tell your dad you love him with one of these seven dad rock tracks.

By Kelcie Grega | June 21, 2015

Pixar's 'Inside Out' is an emotional gem

I never thought it was possible to cry at a film, and then feel completely empty afterwards, but somehow Inside Out did just that.

By Jagger Czajka | June 19, 2015

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Band Hot Chip answers a big question: Why make sense?

British synthpop group Hot Chip released an album "Why Make Sense" in a perfectly fried time for Tempe, Arizona.

By Peter Northfelt | June 18, 2015

A Tempe metro bus passes by the Tempe Transportation Center on June 3, 2014.

7 struggles of riding Valley Metro

If you are one of the many who rely on public transit to get around town, you'll know these struggles all too well.

By Aimee Plante | June 10, 2015

Former ASU student, local artist paints Tempe pride mural

Local artist Lauren Lee designed and painted a mural near Jaycee Park in Tempe, which will aim to combat graffiti and beautify the city.

By Jessica Suerth | June 8, 2015

Former ASU men's basketball guard James Harden to be cover athlete for NBA 2K16

The Houston Rockets guard will be one of three cover athletes on the popular video game.

By Fabian Ardaya | June 4, 2015

Lana Del Rey's music filled with outdated, antifeminist ideas

Whether it was her intention or not, romanticizing domestic abuse is dangerous territory when you have an audience of young, impressionable listeners, or any listeners at all for that matter.

By Isabella Castillo | June 2, 2015

(Photo courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures)

Dwayne Johnson saves 'San Andreas' from turning to rubble

Nobody walks into "San Andreas"expecting a powerful piece of film; they come in for a sugar rush of pop entertainment. In that regard, the film delivers on almost every level.

By Jagger Czajka | June 1, 2015

Youceff Kabal releases new album with Polar Pop aesthetic

Peter Northfelt met with economics senior Youceff Kabal to talk about his new album and "polar pop" style.

By Peter Northfelt | May 28, 2015

'Tomorrowland', George Clooney promise bright future, falls flat

Many of the films scenes turn into forced emotions of “wonder” and “confusion” practically being beaten over your head with the subtlety of a slap to the face.

By Jagger Czajka | May 23, 2015

Everything wrong with trailer for CBS' "Supergirl"

The first trailer for "Supergirl" left a lot to be desired.

By Ian C. Beck | May 13, 2015

App makes it possible to delete, edit drunk text messages

A solution to drunk texts has arrived with reTXT, an app that allows users to delete and update sent text messages.

By Jacob Goldstein | May 12, 2015

Injury Reserve releases new video, hopes you're 'uncomfortable' about it

Injury Reserve, with members Jordan Groggs, Nathaniel Ritchie and Parker Corey, talks its new music video and future releases.

By Peter Northfelt | May 4, 2015

The Soul Justice Project brings hip-hop and political edge to Mesa Arts Center

As most people traveled west from the light rail stop at McClintock and Apache Boulevard to join in on the usual First Friday festivities, I took the train going East to attend the one-night only showing of Phonetic Spit's spin-off performance, the Soul Justice Project.

By Logan Saether | May 3, 2015

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