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The Pitt News

The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News

The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News

Tom Hanks played multiple characters including a conductor (pictured), father, hero boy, hobo, Scrooge and Santa Claus in the 2004 Christmas movie “The Polar Express.”

Staff Picks: Holiday movies to go with a cozy cup of cocoa

By The Pitt News Staff November 27, 2018
From “The Polar Express” to “Love Actually,” there is a classic holiday film for everyone — and those are just two of our staff’s favorites.
Eight competitive teams and five exhibition teams performed at Bhangra in the Burgh in Soldiers and Sailors Saturday night.

Bhangra in the Burgh kicks up the beat

By Maya Best, For The Pitt News November 20, 2018
The auditorium at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial hall was filled with an energy on Saturday as part of the 2018 Bhangra in the Burgh dance competition.
Newt Scamander (Eddie Redmayne) is pictured in the Harry Potter spin-off series “Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald.”

Rowling writes out representation in ‘Fantastic Beasts,’ focuses on sequel-baiting

By Victoria Pfefferle-Gillot, Staff Writer November 20, 2018
While “Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald,” looks as fantastic as its title, the substance of the story leaves viewers with many questions.
Juliana Pillets and Dan Mayhak perform as Cathy and Jamie in the two-character musical “The Last Five Years” during a rehearsal before their show Thursday evening.

‘The Last Five Years’ makes the most of a small cast

By Apoorva Kethidi, For The Pitt News November 16, 2018
The musical “The Last Five Years” opened on Nov. 14 and will continue in the Studio Theatre til Nov. 18. The show is entirely student run.
Thriftsburgh made more than $5,500 in profit at its rummage sale on Aug. 27 which primarily featured household items and clothing.

The ultimate guide to affordable apartment decor

By Shahum Ajmal, Contributing Editor November 15, 2018
If you have been waiting for the moment to let your creativity shine in your own home, allow our assistant layout editor to offer some tips to spice up your apartment.
Sophomore studio arts major Ruth-Riley Collins poses her dog Rigsby for a photo on a sunny day in Schenley Plaza.

Students’ lovable pet companions: A hassle and a help

By Emma Maurice and Maggie Medoff November 15, 2018
Finding the apartment with the right number of bedrooms and fits into a your budget is hard enough — but adding pets into the mix makes it even harder.
Lajkoniki dancers from Holy Family Catholic Church perform traditional Polish dances during Polishfest in the Cathedral of Learning Commons Room Sunday.

Polish Fest brings food and fellowship to Oakland

By Sarah Connor, Culture Editor November 13, 2018
At the annual Polish Fest on Nov. 11 in the Cathedral of Learning, guests could indulge in food, music and even fortune-telling.
Rough Magic Performance Company performed “Much Ado About Nothing” at the 2017 Minnesota Fringe Festival.

‘Much Ado About Nothing’ is something special with student efforts

By Victoria Pfefferle-Gillot, Staff Writer November 13, 2018
The students in “Much Ado About Nothing” managed to memorize their lines for the very first day of rehearsal in order to grapple with the Shakespearean lines.
Top soul-warming drinks that aren’t pumpkin spice

Top soul-warming drinks that aren’t pumpkin spice

By The Pitt News Staff November 8, 2018
Want to branch out from the pumpkin spice trend? Check out our guide to other fall beverages to warm the soul.
Rami Malek as rock icon Freddie Mercury in Bohemian Rhapsody. The Mr. Robot star already bears a physical similarity to late Queen frontman Freddie Mercury, but with the right clothes and that famous stache, casual viewers may be hard-pressed to tell the difference.  (Nick Delaney/Twentieth Century Fox)

Don’t stop him now: Rami Malek shines in ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’

By Darren Campuzano, Staff Writer November 8, 2018
Despite some mixed reviews, “Bohemian Rhapsody” was not a flop. Lead actor Rami Malek stole the show as Queen rock legend Freddie Mercury.
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