‘Electric Dreams’ sparks reflection on humanity

By Ollie Gratzinger | Features Editor 01/25/2018 Well, it turns out Amazon Prime is good for more than ordering those pricey textbooks. Joining the line-up of successful, thought-provoking Amazon Prime Original shows comes Philip K. Dick’s Electric Dreams, a science fiction anthology series based on the acclaimed author’s short stories. The episodes are all stand-alone installments, each chapter boasting new, innovative characters and plotlines straight … Continue reading ‘Electric Dreams’ sparks reflection on humanity

Overwatch League could squander casual experience

By Grant Stoner | Staff Writer 01/11/2018 In Nov. 2016, Blizzard Entertainment announced that its months-old objective-based shooter, Overwatch, would enter into the esports scene. Dubbed the Overwatch League, 12 teams from across the world will compete in a series of matches, hoping to secure a win in the championship. Overwatch’s admittance into esports will almost certainly boost its overall popularity. According to an analyst … Continue reading Overwatch League could squander casual experience

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‘Reputation’ ushers in new era for Swift

Nicolas Jozefczyk | Staff Writer 11/16/17 The old Taylor Swift officially died, replaced with a more mature and sultry Swift, with her release of reputation. There is no question that this album makes a 180 degree turnaround from the music that Swift has released in the past, featuring adult tones, experimental instrumentation and confrontational vocals. A lot of people blame Swift for acting like victim … Continue reading ‘Reputation’ ushers in new era for Swift

Duquesne students join Women’s March on Washington

Click here for The Duke’s video coverage of the Women’s March on Washington. Craig Taylor | Staff Writer At 4:15 a.m. on Jan. 21, Duquesne speech pathology graduate students Sarah Leech and Jessica Arruda loaded a charter bus headed on a four-hour trip to Washington, D.C. for the Women’s March on Washington. “I just think it was something that I think I’ll never forget and … Continue reading Duquesne students join Women’s March on Washington