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MARVELous - Part 4: Ramifications

Welcome to the final part of the four-part series detailing the history of Marvel Studios and the legendary Marvel Cinematic Universe. From its extremely humble beginnings to the earth shatteringly huge “Avengers: Infinity War” to be released at the end of April, it’s time to take a look at a ...


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J. Cole - "KOD" Album Review

J. Cole has to be one of the most interesting hip-hop artists in today’s era. While having a really passionate fan base, he also has people who just hate his music. People refer to his music as “boring” and say it has little to no replay value. For example, most critics say “4 Your Eyes Only” ...


Summer Glow
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Summer glow comes at a cost

The new beauty trend for the summer is glowing skin. Ever since Rihanna gifted the beauty community with her new Fenty Beauty product, “Body Lava,” everyone has been buying out the body luminizer. The names of the highlighters themselves are enticing enough (“Who Needs Clothes” being the favorite) ...


The nation's capital to allow 16 years olds to vote
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The nation's capital to allow 16 years olds to vote

While advocating for change as they marched for stricter gun laws, adolescents will possibly have the chance to march toward ballot boxes. Washington D.C. has introduced its latest bill aimed to allow 16 and 17-year-old D.C. residents to vote in local and federal elections—Presidential elections. This ...


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The Richmond Symphony provides a “classic” performance

With the seats full in Jarman Auditorium on Friday, April 20 The Richmond Symphony, in partnership with Longwood University, played a variety of new and classic pieces for Longwood students, faculty and the Farmville community.  In 2012, John Cook '52 initiated the continual partnership to bring ...


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D.C. on the verge to let the youth vote

While advocating for change as they marched for stricter gun laws, adolescents will possibly have the chance to march toward ballot boxes. Washington D.C. has introduced its latest bill aimed to allow 16 and 17-year-old D.C. residents to vote in local elections, federal elections and, most importantly, ...



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80's hip hop influences ghetto couture

Luxury fashion and the hip hop industry started out with a rocky relationship during the early 80's but eventually developed a mutual partnership. When hip hop was first created it in 70's it was an underground genre of music, although hip hop had a negative stigma it gained a cult following, but no ...


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MARVELous - Part 3: Expectations

Welcome to a four-part series detailing the history of Marvel Studios and the legendary Marvel Cinematic Universe. From its extremely humble beginnings to the earth shatteringly huge “Avengers: Infinity War” to be released at the end of April, it’s time to take a look at a studio that can only ...


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MARVELous - Part 2: Progression

Welcome to a four-part series detailing the history of Marvel Studios and the legendary Marvel Cinematic Universe. From its extremely humble beginnings to the earth shatteringly huge “Avengers: Infinity War” to be released at the end of April, it’s time to take a look at a studio that can only ...


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You're crusty, admit it!

Your face is dry and crusty! Don’t be ashamed, most people’s skin is usually dry and flaky at this time of year. It's Spring (although Farmville weather begs to differ), which means we have officially entered that awkward transitioning stage between the seasons. It’s time to change your wardrobe ...


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Facebook users' security at risk

After propelling the success of Facebook from his Harvard University dorm residence 14 years ago, CEO Mark Zuckerberg made a lasting impression on the seats of Congress this past week. Standing up for the estimated $500 billion net worth company, Zuckerberg sat among the Senate Judiciary and Commerce ...



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MARVELous - Part 1: Initiation

Welcome to part one of a four-part series detailing the history of Marvel Studios and the legendary Marvel Cinematic Universe. From its extremely humble beginnings to the earth shatteringly huge “Avengers: Infinity War” to be released at the end of April, it’s time to take a look at a studio that can only be called Marvelous.


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Puff, Puff, Addict: The new accessory being passed around

Generating a buzz between young adults and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Juul, the latest phenomenon disguised in the form of an e-cigarette, is causing more than a temporary high: a lasting addiction. While cigarette usage among young adults has declined over the past decade, “Juuling” ...


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Richmond Symphony Orchestra to perform at Longwood on April 20

The Richmond Symphony will take the stage in Jarman Auditorium for the seventh year to perform its New World Symphony concert at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, April 20. The concert will include pieces by Kaprálová, Brahms and Dvořák, and will feature soloists Daisuke Yamamoto on violin and Neal Cary on cello. The ...


"Robbin" Season On the Rise
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"Robbin" season on the rise

Gradually becoming the hub for a variety of entertainment, "Atlanta" is not only prospering as a city also as a television series. Debuted in 2016, the newly renewed FX production, "Atlanta," has crossed barriers beyond the shows typically aired. In fact, the series attained enough popularity among ...



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"Burning Sands" in reality

The sight of four African-American young men clad in black dropped off an unconscious African-American young man, presumed dead, draped in the same attire at the emergency drive thru. The nurse in frantically asked, “Was he shot?” to one of the young men; he hesitates before responding, “No.” This ...


Christaan Oliphant a.k.a. Pure Knowledge
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Longwood junior strives to redefine rap beyond sex and drugs

Harboring a modest student music scene, the university has managed to obscure another hidden gem, Christian Oliphant—otherwise known as Pure Knowledge. Now, it may be no surprise that Farmville showcases a range of artistry from bluegrass to folk to rock to classical, as stated by the town's ...


Alex Tha Great and open mic night
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Student union hosts slam poet, students to honor MLK

Around 30 people sat around the Lancer Cafe stage for an open mic night honoring civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Friday, Jan. 26. The event began with a performance by slam poet Alex Tha Great before she opened the stage to any member of the audience. To honor King, the performances ...