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‘Barbie’ is brilliant blend of social critique, feminism and empowerment for all

In a delightful departure from the conventional Barbie narrative, director Greta Gerwig’s “Barbie” movie transcends the boundaries of traditional film and social critiques....

By The MercurySeptember 4, 2023

Life & Arts

Japan: Form and Function

One of the largest collections of Japanese folk art in the Western world is currently on display until April 14, 2024 in the...

By The MercurySeptember 4, 2023

Life & Arts

STUDENT MEDIA: A BRIEF HISTORY

UTD Student Media, often shortened to StuMe, is a Student Affairs division composed of four paid student-managed organizations that give Comets valuable experience...

By The MercurySeptember 4, 2023

Life & Arts

UEMR introduces new paramedic course

The University Emergency Medical Response, or UEMR, program is launching a new Paramedic course in fall 2023, three years after the creation of...

By The MercuryAugust 21, 2023

Life & Arts

Study, Escape,Sleep, Repeat

Campus life can be busy and overwhelming, but that doesn’t mean you have to leave it to experience some peace. There are many...

By The MercuryAugust 21, 2023

Life & Arts

Heart-stopping modern queer love stories enter mainstream media

Heartwarming and genuinely joyful, “Heartstopper” season 2 seemingly brings the graphic novel characters straight off the page and onto the screen. Enriched with...

By The MercuryAugust 21, 2023

Life & Arts

Miss Dallas uses platform for good of community

In 1999, all that Annette Addo-Yobo had was her family, two suitcases, a couple hundred dollars and a dream to move to the...

By The MercuryJuly 24, 2023

Life & Arts

Oppenheimer: The American Prometheus stands timeless

Christopher Nolan’s three-hour portrayal of “Oppenheimer,” is a surreal artistic achievement, examining the beauty and horrors of a complicated legacy and an even...

By The MercuryJuly 24, 2023

Life & Arts

Come on, Barbie! Let’s Go Prepare for The Barbie Movie!

Comedic, satirical and visually stunning, the “Barbie” movie is one of the most anticipated films of the summer. But don’t drive straight to...

By The MercuryJuly 24, 2023

Life & Arts

Grow up again with Speak Now (Taylor’s Version)

“Speak Now (Taylor’s Version)” is an emotionally expansive album that builds on the timeless original’s topics of heartbreak and growing up to deliver...

By The MercuryJuly 24, 2023

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