Author: The UTD Mercury
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Don’t confuse holiday consumerism with a ‘giving spirit’
With the holiday season officially underway, sales from every store imaginable have begun to roll out without the slightest hint of stopping, turning a time meant for charity into a season of unnecessary spending. Whether it be minimizing your purchases this sale season or donating to charities with the money you would have spent, students…
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Bring our rocks back!
“Censorship.” “Cowardly.” “Bring our rocks back.” These were the sentiments expressed by students the morning of Nov. 20, when UTD administration removed the Spirit Rocks from campus. Admin claimed the rocks were never intended for “extended political discourse,” like the month long back-and-forth between pro-Israel and pro-Palestine groups before their removal. But this argument is…
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The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes Revives the Franchise with New Faces and Characters
The newest addition to the Hunger Games franchise, “The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes,” offers longtime fans and casual viewers the chance to revisit the world of Panem from a new perspective, 64 years before Katniss is reaped. “The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes” released in theaters on Nov. 16, earning $46.1 million domestically just…
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Sorcerers of Showmanship
In a dark auditorium, magicians command the stage with cards in hand, choosing audience members to be the guinea pigs of the classic trick “is this your card?” The annual magic show hosted by the UTD magic club created an inviting atmosphere full of laughter and bewilderment that left spectators intrigued as to the secrets…
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A Midsummer’s Night’s drag transforms campus with fantasy, charity, and unforgettable performances
Chi Alpha Iota transformed the SSA stage into a fantasy wonderland through the Shakespearean theme of “A Midsummer’s Night’s Drag” on Nov. 4 and Nov. 11. In the fifth annual installment of XAI’s drag show, performers made full use of the stage, dancing and weaving through the aisles. Comets danced and lip-synched to songs like…
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Laufey Puts On Dreamy, ‘From The Start’
Icelandic singer-songwriter Laufey made the Dallas stop of her Bewitched tour on Nov. 11, singing infectious jazz tunes in a coquettish cowboy hat adorned with red bows. Laufey began her career with her 2021 “Typical of Me” EP, which shared her tendency to romanticize her mundane life for better or for worse. Her relatability and…
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The Fix: Authentic Yemeni Coffee Experience at Haraz
Haraz is a Yemeni coffee shop with locations across the country, including one in Plano off 14th Street, just a 15-minute drive from campus. Along with its variety of classic cafe items, its menu boasts traditional Yemeni drinks and a warm and elegant ambiance for early birds and night owls alike. Open from 7 a.m.…
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Athletics revamps look in preparation for Division II
UTD’s new Division II status isn’t the only recent change being made within the Athletic Department — a fresh new logo is now available on Comet gear for athletes and fans alike. The new Comets logo stays true to the spirit of the past logo, incorporating the name of our sports teams and mascot. Whether…