Editorial cartoon: Orians weighs in on peace and sugary snacks in the Middle East.
HUFF: Nolan’s “Batman” series packs a continuous punch with complex, differing villans
It’s official. The “Dark Knight Rises” has been out for two weeks and after seeing it four times, I’m ready to talk about it.
Be forewarned, if you haven’t seen “Rises” yet, you might want to skip my column this week, because it’s going to get a little spoilery in here.
I, like many fans of comic books, movies and superheroes, love Batman. And more importantly, I love Christopher Nolan’s Batman universe.
Sadly, Nolan’s Bat-legacy has come to an end, but now is not the time to fear a shitty reboot, that’ll come in about four years when Warner Brothers is set to release their first post “Justice League” Batman flick. Instead, now is the time to celebrate the great gift that Nolan has given us…
Essentials, layered pieces necessary for every Fall wardrobe
This fall is an exciting one for people following the fashion trends of the last few seasons. With maxi dresses, loose and semi-fitted tops and great colors, this fall is going to be full of comfortable clothes with fun, feminine twists like prints and studs.
There are some people who will push the limits of these upcoming trends, so here are some guidelines while picking out your essentials for the fall season…
(Click through for Madalyn’s five fall fashion must haves and four must nots)
Nas finds flow through honest writing on ‘Life is Good’
Not many rappers can last two years and offer anything new. But at 38 Nas, still has much to say and he says it well.
Even after 20 years, Nas is arguably the greatest emcee of all time — and that’s something that hasn’t changed.
But on “Life is Good,” the Queens native’s 10th album, Nas has done something he hasn’t in recent years: He’s defeated his Achilles’ heel, his bad ear for beats. “Life is Good” isn’t full of DJ Premier’s legendary cuts from “Illmatic,” but has more tracks that compliment his flow…
review by Kekeli Dawes
Local retailers deliver men’s fashion advice
Well, it’s that time of year again. The time in mid-summer when young men and women all over the world are starting to refresh their closets with the latest styles and trends for the fall.
For those of us who found it a bit strange that others are thinking about what to wear two months before the leaves turn brown, our closets pretty much look the same all year round. As far as we know, the closet doors are impervious to any relevant fashion trends and fads. If anything comes off as stylish, we simply wouldn’t be aware.
Why should any guy think about what he wears — if it feels comfortable and no one explicitly says your dress is visually offensive, what’s the problem? Who cares if you are doing something right? And why should you? If there was a reason why, I was dying to know…
Sixpence None the Richer returns with depth-driven ‘Lost in Translation’
Sixpence None The Richer fans, rejoice.
This week the band released its newest album, “Lost In Transition.” I’m not sure about the ‘lost’ part as this album sounds more grounded and down to earth with its solid songwriting. But since their debut in 1993, quite a lot has been in transition for the band members. The music has even changed a little too…
review by Joe Wade
Hip-hop octet Sidewalk Chalk to return to Zoo Bar
Sidewalk Chalk is one of the rare live hip-hop groups today. They are an eight-piece group with a vocalist, emcee, trombonist, trumpeter, keyboardist, bassist, drummer and a tap dancer. The Chicago group’s fusion of funk, soul, jazz, and hip-hop has made them one of the emerging bands from the area.
This past June, the group played a free show with the Jazzocracy at the Zoo Bar without much hype. They were slated to open for the Zoo Bar regular in a special slot during Jazz In June. There was a chance many people wouldn’t see the show. Before their set, trombonist David Ben-Porat said the group was prepared for low attendance, and that any turnout would be a good turnout…
story by Kekeli Dawes | file photo by Kevin Moser
Wahoo’s fishes for success in downtown Lincoln
Nestled in between Noodles & Company and the Lincoln Children’s Museum on P Street in downtown Lincoln, Wahoo’s Fish Taco restaurant has just set up shop.
Serving dishes based off its Mexican-Asian-Brazilian fusion menu, the dining establishment is the 63rd installment of the national chain and the first in Nebraska.
The fast-casual, California-based eatery’s new location in Nebraska was brought to life by the Prince family.
Brothers Bo, Brock and Trey Prince and their father James Prince own and operate the restaurant together. The Princes, originally from Chappell, Neb., worked on opening the restaurant for a year and a half until they opened their doors on Aug. 1…
story by Weston Poor | photo by Kevin Moser
The last regular issue of the summer DN hits stands this week! Pick it up around campus or download the PDF here to check out our fall fashion preview!
Stores rebuild clientele after O street opens
From April to July, various parts of O Street were under construction, leaving many businesses in the affected area wondering what to do.
Beginning April 16, many business were left with no other option but to stay open during the resurfacing project on O Street, hoping customers wouldn’t be deterred by the construction in front of their buildings.
Traffic and sales dropped dramatically during construction months, said Shea O’Brien, storefront manager for The Gameroom.
“April, May and June were the worst,” she said…
story by Weston Poor | photo by Kevin Moser
