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The UTD Mercury

UTD's student-run newspaper since 1980

The UTD Mercury

UTD's student-run newspaper since 1980

The UTD Mercury

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‘One Piece’ is, for once, a live-action anime adaptation worth watching

October 2, 2023

The “One Piece” live action show has finally arrived, and fans all over the world are watching the masterpiece in a new light. This Netflix adaptation is an entertaining ode to the original that makes...

All Photos By Mia Nguyen | Life & Arts Editor

Arctic Monkeys create cinematic night of music, nostalgia

October 2, 2023

Stepping into Dickies Arena the night of Sept. 16 felt like entering the 2010s, with flannels wrapped around waists, vintage band tees, fishnet tights plastered with rips and chunky Doc Martens waiting...

Rey singing "Video Games". All Photos By Jarin Priyosha | Mercury Staff

Lana Del Rey Shines Through Rain

October 2, 2023

Despite the on-and-off thunderstorm that plagued the night and eventually cut it short, Lana Del Rey’s Dallas stop on her 2023 "Did You Know There’s a Tunnel Under Ocean Blvd" tour provided a magnetic...

All Photos By Ruben Rodrguez| Mercury Staff

80s Night!

September 18, 2023

Strings Attached channeled the electric spirit of the 80s at their premiere concert of the year, 80s Night! This musical era, a harmonious blend of new wave dance vibes and the timeless...

Photo By Jason Sadhanandh | Photo Editor

Heart to Heart

September 18, 2023

Born in the same hospital, a camp for children with heart defects, both boys' survival wasn't promised. However, they defied the odds. They met every summer at Camp Moss, a camp children with heart...

Graphic By Oluwaseun Adeyemi | Mercury Staff

Hozier’s new album is his weakest

September 18, 2023

Inspired by Dante’s “Inferno,” Hozier’s third album takes the listener to hell and back with a new take on indie-folk music. “Unreal Unearth” is an unexpected twist on the artist’s style...

Photos By Katheryn Ho | Graphics Editor

Breaking Greek life misconceptions during rush week

September 18, 2023

'Delta Kappa Delta' and ' Kappa Delta Chi' make cards for children in the hospital. During "rush week," Comets can attend recruitment evens to possibly earn a bid, or an invite into a fraternity...

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“Nineteen to Twenty” gives hope to nervous young adults

September 18, 2023

College students of any age can find comfort in “Nineteen to Twenty” as it tackles the anticipation, unity and excitement of growing up. For anyone struggling with the transition to adulthood, this...

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“Winsor & Gertie” takes audience back to the 1900s

September 18, 2023

Orchestral music floats through the first few seconds of this playlet, transporting the audience into early 1900s America with a heartwarming tale of familial relationships surrounding a classic...

Graphic By Rachel Woon | Mercury Staff

“Talk to Me” is what the horror genre needed

September 18, 2023

From Ouija boards to cursed dolls, teenagers in horror movie love to tango with the devil and tamper with haunted artifacts that scream, “Do not touch!” The new Australian film “Talk to Me” uses...

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‘The Nun II’ more funny than scary

September 18, 2023

The latest addition in the “Conjuring” universe, “The Nun 2” is a phenomenal improvement on its drab prequel, but still pales in comparison to other horror films due to poor pacing, lame storytelling...

All Photos By Nahum Pilli | Mercury Staff

A world of cuisine less than 20 minutes from campus

September 18, 2023

Choosing a restaurant around campus is always a hassle, but we can break it up into categories to make the decision extremely simple. Starting with an American classic, the burger: a delicious burger...

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