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Spring Breaking: Locally grown getaways

April 10, 2013
Fruit, ice cream and beer are essential warm weather refreshments. But fresh produce, homemade frozen treats and good microbrews can be difficult to come by in the city. Luckily, you can find them with the help of another springtime essential – road trips (some are also accessible via commuter rail). Rent a cheap car on campus, through Hertz Rentals or Zip Car located in the North Lot, grab a couple friends and make a day trip of visiting one of these specialty food hotspots.

Food misjudgments: Not as bad as you think

April 4, 2013
In the world of nutrition, certain foods are mercilessly discriminated against. For the health-conscious, there have always been certain treats that are either completely off-limits or reserved for only the most special of occasions. However, recent research has debunked food myths, and actually proven that some seemingly unhealthy delicacies can be beneficial.

Relationship Column: The spark that leads to fire

April 4, 2013
“He’s Just Not That Into You” is a book/movie that is basically a 12-step-program for girls who thrive off of not getting responses via text and who can’t tear themselves away from the “like” button on Facebook. And because women still seem to crave complete ambivalence and disrespect from guys – I mean, who doesn’t – we needed to have a movie made about it too! At 21, I clearly don’t need this romantic intervention, but my 17-year-old self was not as fortunate – which explains why I’ve seen the movie about 20 times. (In my defense, it was always on HBO and Bradley Cooper is hot.)

NU Looks of the Week

March 28, 2013

Fashion Column: Paying homage to the plaid shirt

March 28, 2013
It’s for cowboys and bad boys, truckers and hipsters. You can wear it in winter or rock it in the spring. And although the women in your life might not love seeing it all the time, there is an unspoken acceptance of this sacred garment.

Beauty Column: The merits of lipstick in a fast-paced world

March 28, 2013
Though many find cosmetics to be a superficial form of self-expression, they can often be an example of art imitating life. With the first few glimpses of green peeking through what remains of the slushy winter snow, spring promises to bring a slew of new beauty inspirations. And this year, as it were, the bold lip is where it’s at, and lipstick is the medium of choice.

Spring 2013 fashion trends

March 28, 2013
Spring has arrived, and it’s time to celebrate by throwing away last year’s trends. Instead of recycling neon pieces and floral prints of the past, take advantage of these bold and daring trends that are irresistible to even the most stylish fashionistas and fashionistos. Learn how you can march into spring looking your absolute best by following these tips :

Food Column: A Real Meal

March 20, 2013
The best meal you ever ate was red meat wrapped in bacon, and you know it. Somebody cooked it in a real kitchen, and they used real food with real calories, real carbohydrates and real protein.

Secret menus that aren’t so secret

March 20, 2013
The secret is out: the items on fast food menu boards aren’t the only things customers can order. Customers who are tired of ordering the same items are in luck, as chains are introducing a “secret menu” to their most loyal patrons.

Artificial sweeteners: a not so sweet supplement

March 14, 2013
Countless studies have shown that with artificial sweeteners come serious health risks. Yet on the other hand, studies show that regular sugar is known to cause health problems as well, such as obesity, heart disease and diabetes. So which is it? Next time you get your morning coffee should you reach for the Splenda, or the real stuff? The answer is the real stuff.

Looks of the Week

February 28, 2013
Check out this week's styles ranging from Ralph Lauren pants to a funky thrift store scarf.