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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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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...

Four steps for a nighttime routine that will have you waking up feeling better than you did yesterday

Four steps for a nighttime routine that will have you waking up feeling better than you did yesterday

Flynn Milligan, Arts Reporter November 12, 2024

After coming home from a long day of school, practice, work — whatever it may be — the last thing you may want to do is do more work before you can finally sleep. However, with daylight savings...

Panelists (from left) Joy Harjo, Juan Felipe Herrera, and Sandra Cisneros speak during Latino-Native American Alumni Alliance Reunion at the Iowa Memorial Union on Sept. 29. Native American and Latino speakers spoke at a panel and shared their experiences as Iowa graduates.

UI alum Juan Felipe Herrera awarded MacArthur Fellowship

Haya Hussain, Arts Reporter November 12, 2024

In recognition of his pioneering contributions to Chicano poetry and activism, University of Iowa Writers’ Workshop alum Juan Felipe Herrera has been awarded the MacArthur Fellowship.  His is...

Illustration by Amy Scott

Future of AI in education sparks hope and hesitation

Charlie Hickman and Riley Dunn November 12, 2024

In a narrow office four floors above the freshly renovated Seamans Center, one engineer is optimistic amid an uncertain industry.  Sitting at a desk with four screens and a colorful keyboard, Tyler...

Dante Leon jumps on Carlos Oliva from a ladder during an underground pro-wrestling event at The Dandy Lion in Iowa City on Thursday, Oct. 24, 2024. The event featured three matchups between pro-wrestlers of the Black and Brave Wrestling Academy based out of Davenport, Iowa which was founded by Seth “Freakin” Rollins, a five time world champion in WWE.

In a downtown diner, Iowa’s wrestling scene finds new blood — no ring required

Olin Myhre, Arts Reporter November 12, 2024

On a rainy Thursday evening, Carlos Oliva climbed to the top of a ladder inside The Dandy Lion — a diner and staple of Iowa City. Onlookers — inside and out — followed Oliva with their eyes as...