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The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

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The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News

How students are taking care of themselves during finals

By Anna Montesanti, Staff Writer
April 21, 2026

Despite excitement over warmer temperatures and upcoming summer break plans, the end of the semester is often a less-than-enjoyable time for college students. Finals week typically brings an influx of stress and even less time for necessities like sleep, proper nutrition, time with loved ones and self-care. In 2023, an Inside Higher Ed survey found that over 50% of students have experienced chronic...

‘I was just blown away’: DJ Diesel performs at Bigelow Bash

By Maxine Van Nortwick, Senior Staff Writer
April 14, 2026

DJ Diesel, the star better known as Shaquille O’Neal, created an electrifying EDM performance at Pitt on Saturday night. The basketball star turned DJ performed this Saturday at Bigelow Bash for an...

Review | Bruno Mars dwells on love through his new album, ‘The Romantic’

By Sophia Bowman, Staff Writer
April 7, 2026

Bruno Mars, the romantic singer-songwriter, released “The Romantic” on Feb. 27. With his fourth solo studio album, he incorporated retro and Latin music while sticking to his recurring theme of romance.  Mars...

Review | Ye returns to his soulful roots with new album ‘BULLY’

By Dylan Paradise, Senior Staff Writer
April 6, 2026

Despite recent controversy, Kanye West, now widely known simply as Ye, is one of the greatest musicians — not just rappers — to ever pick up a mic or touch the soundboard. Ye has established himself...

Review | Thievery Corporation brings electronic excellence to the Roxian Theatre

By Liam Sullivan, Contributing Editor
April 3, 2026

Despite a jam-packed second leg of their 30th anniversary tour, Thievery Corporation is still going strong. Founded by Washington, D.C. natives Rob Garza and Eric Hilton in 1995, the band is known for...

DJ Diesel set to headline Bigelow Bash 2026

By Sage Rosenfeld, Culture Editor
March 24, 2026

DJ Diesel, better known as Shaquille O’Neal, is set to headline this year’s Bigelow Bash.  O’Neal released his debut album, Shaq Diesel, in 1993, and his music career has taken off since. The...

‘Nothing to See Here’: The UAG Commemorates its temporary closing with a party After-Hours

By Addison Goyt, Staff Writer | April 20, 2026

Thursday night gave the non-art students a chance to explore the gallery. With screenings of different art pieces, a photo shoot space and a caricature artist, the Pittsburgh community got an open invitation to see all that the University Art Gallery has to offer. The UAG, housed in the Frick Fine Arts Building, hosted “Nothing to See Here: After-Hours Party” on April 16 to commemorate the temporary...

Ten things to do in Pittsburgh this summer that are actually worth your time

By Mia Barutta, Staff Writer | April 15, 2026

Once finals week ends and most of the college students leave for the summer, Pittsburgh turns into a completely different city. During the school year, it's easy to think that Pittsburgh is just bridges, hills and windy weather, but the summer allows you to discover the fun and warmth of the city without any stress. Whether it's your first summer staying in the city or you consider yourself a full-on...

Review | ‘The Drama’ forces viewers to look inwards before judging its characters, and the world at large

By Megan Barron, Staff Writer | April 8, 2026

Spoiler-free review. “What’s the worst thing you’ve ever done?” This question, asked about 20 minutes into “The Drama,” ruminates throughout the film, driving its characters into chaos and distrust. Released on April 3, “The Drama” follows fiancées only a week before their wedding. The film is a messy adrenaline rush, making my heart pound from secondhand embarrassment and constantly...

Review | She’s alive! Maggie Gyllenhaal gives ‘The Bride!’ a new voice

By Mia Barutta, Staff Writer | April 6, 2026

Warning: Spoilers ahead! “The Bride!” is Maggie Gyllenhaal’s second movie as a director and her first horror flick. The movie came out in March 2026 with a star-studded cast — Oscar-winner Jessie Buckley among them. This project takes the Bride of Frankenstein and reimagines her story with a fresh and modern twist.  The Bride of Frankenstein has been an elusive character in the world...