Black Friday is a cultural tradition, albeit a problematic one

11/15/2018 By Zoe Stratos | Staff Columnist In 2017, more than 70 million people participated in the busiest shopping day of the year: Black Friday. However, with all of the discounts, clearances, price tags slashed and doorbusters up for grabs, is the tradition really worth all the trouble braving sale-crazy crowds? After factoring all of the fine print, thoughtless buys and rip-off sale prices, the … Continue reading Black Friday is a cultural tradition, albeit a problematic one

'Homestuck'

‘Hiveswap’ impresses as follow-up to hit web comic ‘Homestuck’

By Nicole Prieto | Staff Writer 10/03/17 Homestuck fans rejoice: After five long years and a few unexpected delays, Hiveswap: Act 1 finally released on Sept. 14. It is 1994. Spunky teen Joey Claire and her younger brother, Jude Harley, are just enjoying a fall afternoon with their dog — until they are beset by a hungry serpentine monster that chases them around their yard. … Continue reading ‘Hiveswap’ impresses as follow-up to hit web comic ‘Homestuck’

Duquesne spends millions on new buildings

By Kaye Burnet | The Duquesne Duke Duquesne has spent more than $2 million in the last five years purchasing lower campus real estate, despite letting some sit unused for years, according to Allegheny County real estate statistics. According to University spokeswoman Bridget Fare, Duquesne now owns nine buildings on Fifth Avenue, at least two of which are unused and awaiting renovations, . The most … Continue reading Duquesne spends millions on new buildings