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Drown end-of-semester stress in Netflix white noise

Need a distraction while studying? Let these shows run in the background to keep you going.

By Damion Julien-Rohman | December 3, 2014

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One last bout of mysticism: Horoscopes for the end of 2014

Your guide to the stars is feeling a little cuckoo. Perhaps he began speaking to a log in his backyard. Perhaps the log possesses an unearthly wisdom that your guide utilized for his last set of horoscopes.

By Zachariah Webb | December 3, 2014

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'Toy Story' gets surprisingly dark in holiday special

Woody and the gang are dropped into a land of prehistoric savagery. There is also a Christmas tree.

By Zachary Heltzel | December 3, 2014

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From vodka with love

Whether you prefer your vodka chilled or on the rocks, try a few of these fun cocktails and combinations that are easily perfected crowd-pleasers.

By Samantha Shotzbarger | December 2, 2014

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The world of cult films: 'Harold and Maude'

When I saw that the Wikipedia description used the adjective “existentialist” to describe "Harold and Maude," the deal was sealed.

By William Ruof | December 2, 2014

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10 international restaurants for the college budget

ASU epicureans can try a variety of top-notch international food options without jetting away to far-off lands.

By Celina Jimenez | December 2, 2014

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Top 10 Albums of 2014

With the end of 2014 upon us, your trusty reporter has calibrated his algorithms and complex bar charts in order to deliver the Top 10 Albums of 2014 According to a Deeply Biased Perspective On the Realm of Music.

By Zachariah Webb | December 1, 2014

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10 best new TV shows of 2014

While returning favorites continued to reach new highs, TV's golden age continues with groundbreaking new shows.

By Zachary Heltzel | December 1, 2014

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A&E Abroad: San Sebastian, Spain

Supply chain management senior Brenda Araiza's awareness of the highs and lows in the beautiful coastal city of San Sebastian, Spain gave her a fresh take on diversity and how one can explore a new land in a fully engaged way.

By Celina Jimenez | December 1, 2014

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Top 10 movies of 2014

Here are our 10 favorites this year, in no particular order.

By William Ruof | December 1, 2014

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'Beauty and the Beast' enchants at Orpheum Theater

For three hours, theatergoers were transported to the world of Disney through song and dance — and it was absolute perfection.

By Jessica Urgiles | December 1, 2014

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The Bill Cosby scandal, explained

Allegations of sexual violence were leveled at the famous comedian years before the recent media frenzy.

By Zachary Heltzel | November 30, 2014

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Lydia and Black Carl to bring energetic local music to The Pressroom

Don't miss out on this night of talented Phoenix musicians closing out 2014.

By Emily Zentner | November 30, 2014

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Anna Kendrick, Chris Pine journey 'Into the Woods'

The two stars discuss singing Sondheim and working with Rob Marshall on the upcoming musical.

By Shane Weinstein | November 30, 2014

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Stinkweeds' Black Friday Record Store Day made for a great morning

This Black Friday, local record store Stinkweeds invited all the musical wax collectors out for a nice morning and a chance to nab collectible records.

By Zane Jennings | November 28, 2014

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Black Friday Bingo is here and you're going to love it

Black Friday, named for the near-eclipse of American society by a national capitalist orgy, is back.

By A&E Staff | November 27, 2014

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'Shady XV' celebrates 15 years of Eminem

The rap God releases a compilation album to celebrate his label's quinceañera. We're not worthy.

By Jessica Urgiles | November 26, 2014

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Releases to look out for on Black Friday Record Store Day

Record Store Day Black Friday starts at 9 a.m.? You mean I can get cool, exclusive records and not have to forfeit much sleep? Count me in.

By William Ruof | November 26, 2014

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Five relatable TV Thanksgivings

There is truly no "traditional" Thanksgiving experience, and to prove it, here are five classic TV Thanksgivings to remind us that loving dysfunction is as real on-screen as it is in reality.

By Celina Jimenez | November 25, 2014

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Universes collide! Good beer, cult movie union

The alt cinema blogs of The State Press are combining forces this week to tackle two of the most important aspects of the season: A great beer and a classic holiday movie that is sure to make everyone feel great.

| November 25, 2014

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