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Opinion: Devil's Advocate closing down is emblematic of a larger shift in ASU's culture

The closing of an ASU institution signals a corporate takeover in a college town.

By Sam Troester | February 20, 2025

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Opinion: Post-election, censorship on TikTok is worse than ever

TikTok is steadily increasing censorship, causing harm to the political sphere and increasing polarization.

By Eleri Mosier | February 20, 2025

Review: 'One of Them Days' is a fun, classic throwback to '90s buddy movies

The 2025 comedy about two girl best friends who unseriously deal with a very serious task.

By Gokul Achaththekoot | January 22, 2025

Editor's pick: 2024's top 5 EPs

Angela Muñoz, Jordan Ward and more comprise the best EPs of the year.

By Senna James | December 29, 2024

Editor's pick: The top 10 albums of 2024

Charli XCX, Kendrick Lamar and much more round out the 10 best albums of the year.

By Andrew Dirst | December 23, 2024

Review: 'Queer' by Luca Guadagnino is a surrealist take on identity and isolation

Luca Guadagnino's experimental film adaptation of "Queer" tastefully depicts loneliness and longing.

By Natalia Jarrett | December 20, 2024

Review: Kendrick Lamar's 'GNX' isn't groundbreaking, but why would it need to be?

"GNX" marks the return of the iconic artist behind classics like "DAMN." and "To Pimp A Butterfly."

By Andrew Dirst | December 17, 2024

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Insight Gallery: From preseason underdogs to conference champions

The State Press covered the Sun Devils from Atlanta to Arizona as the team defied expectations and rose from the bottom to the top of the Big 12 Conference.

By Anthony Cavale | December 9, 2024

Review: 'Y2K' is an unhinged blast from the past bringing the millennial nightmare to life

The anticipated film is likely to be a hit with nostalgia-consumed Gen Z.

By Jazlyn Gonzales | December 6, 2024

State Press, wrapped: Top 5 reporter Spotify Wrappeds

The brightest minds in arts and culture journalism get their tastes harshly ranked by their tyrannical editor.

By Andrew Dirst | December 4, 2024

Cartoon: Opinionated illustrations surrounding the 2024 election

Opinionated political cartoons based on the 2024 presidential election.

By Morgan Kubasko | November 22, 2024

'Gladiator II' is a gory epic that fails where 'Gladiator' succeeded

"Gladiator II" is a brutal, adrenaline-filled epic that does not meet the quality of its predecessor, but it is still a rewarding experience.

By George Headley | November 22, 2024

Review: 'Melania' is a look into the extravagant life of the woman herself, not just the persona

The New York Times Best-Selling book showcases the complicated person that Melania really is.

By Emma Bradford | November 21, 2024

Opinion: Meal swipes are out, M&G is in

How eliminating meal swipes would benefit students will food allergies.

By Audrey Lippert | November 13, 2024

Opinion: ASU should excuse classes on Election Day to encourage civic engagement

Excusing ASU classes on Election Day would boost student civic engagement, help voter turnout and foster lifelong democratic participation among young voters.

By Emra Muslim | November 5, 2024