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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

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Great Race combines athletics with community

By Brady Langmann / Staff Writer August 30, 2015

For Casey Tarasi, the antics of the annual Great Race often overshadow the arduous task of running 6.2 miles. There’s the man who stands on his porch and screams battle cries through a siren, the guy...

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67th annual Emmy Awards could be one for the history books

By Walter Howard / Staff Writer August 30, 2015

This year’s Emmy awards could prove to be the most historic in decades. In response to the rising popularity of streaming sites like Netflix and Amazon, The Academy of Television Arts and Sciences has...

Stephen Caruso / Contributing Editor

Glass half full: Pitt professor Michael Glass

By Matt Maielli / Staff Writer August 30, 2015

The first thing you notice entering Pitt Urban Studies professor Michael Glass’ office is the picture of Singapore’s skyline above his desk, where he takes students interested in Southeast Asia to...

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‘Southpaw’ struggles to stay on its feet

By Valkyrie Speaker / For The Pitt News August 30, 2015

“Southpaw” Starring: Jake Gyllenhaal, Rachel McAdams, Forest Whitaker Directed By: Antoine Fuqua Grade: C+ “Southpaw” is down for the count, and its chance of future success looks poor. The...

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‘Trainwreck’ drives typical rom-coms off the tracks

By Kelechi Urama / Staff Writer August 30, 2015

“Trainwreck” Starring: Amy Schumer, Bill Hader, Tilda Swinton Directed by: Judd Apatow Grade: B+ Amy Schumer’s new romantic comedy “Trainwreck” is anything but. Posters for the rom-com,...

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‘Ant-Man’ squishes its way into “good movie” status

By Matt Maielli / Staff Writer August 30, 2015

“Ant-Man” Starring: Paul Rudd, Michael Douglas, Corey Stoll, Evangeline Lilly Directed by: Peyton Reed Grade: B+ He has the power to shrink while maintaining his strength. He can communicate with...

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Sweet dreams come true at DreamOn Ice Cream and Music Festival

By Matt Maielli / Staff Writer August 30, 2015

Ice cream and music go together like jalapeños and lemonade. Last weekend, Kelly Boyle witnessed the former two summer staples join forces. “Everyone was just enjoying the nice weather, great ice...

Theo Schwarz / Senior Staff Photographer

What are you doing this summer?

By Brady Langmann / Staff Writer August 30, 2015

Alright, so maybe the best festivals of the summer are behind us. The Arts Festival wrapped up almost two months ago, the Regatta and its fancy ferris wheel are gone and this weekend’s Picklesburgh is...

Theo Schwarz received an honorable mention for his centerspread design, “Sugar, Spice and Everything Nice — Summer Recipes Centerspread.|Theo Schwarz / Senior Staff Photographer

Sugar, spice & everything nice

By Jai-W Hayes-Jackson / Staff Writer August 30, 2015

Summer smells like fresh cut grass, neglecting your responsibilities and barbeque. Even if you’re too lazy to get out your lawn mower or you’re still stuck in classes, there’s nothing that says...

Brown shows swing in “The Boys in the Boat”

By Brady Langmann / Staff Writer August 30, 2015

“The Boys in the Boat” By: Daniel James Brown Grade:  A-   About a third of the way through Daniel James Brown’s 2010 nonfiction book “The Boys in the Boat,” the reader learns of competitive...

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