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The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Cozy up with these five festive Christmas books

Cozy up with these five festive Christmas books

Kyrsten White, Arts Reporter December 10, 2024

With the winter winds picking up and the holidays in view, the season can become busy and stressful. When looking for a good distraction, a nice book can help to pass the time and relax. Whether you...

Students commerce at the Iowa Memorial Union on Dec. 9, 2024. The IMU holds daily events during finals week for students including free food, drinks, massages, and games.

Looking for ways to stay relaxed and ready for finals? Look no further than the IMU

Flynn Milligan, Arts Reporter December 10, 2024

Feeling stressed about finals week, packing up all your things to go home for the holidays, and just life in general? Well, on a college campus, you fall into the majority. However, there are ways...

A Gingerbread Caramel Latte sits on the counter of Java House in Iowa City on Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2024. Coffeeshops across Iowa City have been offering holiday drinks for the winter season.

Four festive local beverages to get you in the holiday spirit

Hannah Childers, Arts Reporter December 10, 2024

With the holidays and finals approaching, here are four festive and caffeinated drinks, as well as some additional recommendations from baristas, to keep you energized this winter season. Java House:...

Clara Viner, owner of Hot House Yoga, demonstrates a pose at the North Liberty, Iowa location on Monday, Dec. 9, 2024. Hot House Yoga has three locations, including in Iowa City and Coralville.

Iowa City promotes self-care as finals week approaches

Flynn Milligan and Charlie Christensen December 10, 2024

Self-care is an important part of day-to-day life. From being a student to being a part of the working world or otherwise, we need to look out for ourselves. Iowa City offers plenty of options to treat...

Drag queen Beep Beep does their makeup before hosting and performing at Basix in Cedar Rapids on Nov. 30. Beep Beep talked about their experience joining the drag community, expressing that most queens join during Pride or Halloween. Beep Beep said they joined during Pride and enjoyed performing the most at Studio 13 in Iowa City.

Drag kings and queens of Iowa City foster community to create a welcoming environment for any performer

Isabella Nekvinda, Arts Reporter December 3, 2024

Every Saturday night, Studio 13 is transformed into a competitive stage to determine Iowa City’s favorite drag queen and king. The bar hosts many events centered around drag, with their Star Search...

The two-movie release day phenomenon

The two-movie release day phenomenon

Charlie Hickman, Arts Editor November 21, 2024

Ever since “Barbie” and “Oppenheimer” took the world by storm on Jul. 22, 2023, movie studios have been eager to create the next “Barbenheimer” phenomenon. This year, “Gladiator II”...

Six Thanksgiving films to watch over fall break

Six Thanksgiving films to watch over fall break

Flynn Milligan, Arts Reporter November 20, 2024

Halloween and Christmas movies — there are thousands of them. Everybody has their favorite films for October and December, but people often skip over some viable options for November. Don’t believe...

The Old Capitol dome is seen on Tuesday, Jan. 25, 2022.

Looking for something to do over fall break? These local events are sure to make your night

Charlie Hickman, Arts Editor November 19, 2024

If you’re still in town over break, there are still plenty of arts-related events going on to keep you occupied. No matter what you’re into, there’s something for you.  Annie Jr.  The...

Sneakers are on display and for sale at Vice in Iowa City on Friday, Nov. 15, 2024. Vice features and resells streetwear fashion.

Iowa City resellers explain the operations and considerations of resale

Isabelle Lubguban and Kyrsten White November 19, 2024

Iowa City is a unique college environment, thanks in large part to its robust downtown that bleeds into the campus with each flourishing business filling a niche. Just as these establishments meet...

An attendee mixes their candle at Vue Rooftop in Iowa City on Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2024. Vue Rooftop hosted a Candle Pour Bar with Tura Lura Co., where attendees created their own custom candles.

The Vue Rooftop hosts a night of candles and cocktails with Tura Lura Co

Kayla Person, Arts Reporter November 18, 2024

On the twelfth floor of the Hilton Garden Inn, overlooking downtown Iowa City, Krista Stramel, the director of special events at The Vue Rooftop Bar & Restaurant, was preparing to host a night...

The Artifactory is seen in Iowa City on Thursday, Dec. 7, 2023.

‘Hot Stamped Foiling’ honors late UI professor at the Artifactory

Isabelle Lubguban, Arts Reporter November 14, 2024

Color zings across the expanses of many different fabrics as the Artifactory descends into their second workshop, dipping into the unlikely practice of a unique art form known as hot stamped foiling. Invented...

A projector is seen in Iowa City on May 4, 2023. “Conclave” is a thriller drama film directed by Edward Berger and starring Ralph Fiennes.

Review | ‘Conclave’ tackles the politics of religion

Charlotte Ericson, Arts Reporter November 12, 2024

“The throne of the Holy See is vacant.” The newly released film “Conclave” begins with a bang, hooking audience members with the unexpected death of the pope. As the former pope is taken...