We live in interesting times. Despite being relatively racy and dark in subject matter for a mainstream comedy, “The Interview” might have disappeared into the annals of history if not for North Korea blasting the Sony Entertainment Network with enough cyberpunk hacking attacks to make the corporation pull the film from theaters.
The weather in Albuquerque has been cold, and one of the best good ways to warm up are with soups, sauces and stews. The basis of any good potage is a flavorful stock. But what is a stock? Technically, stocks are made from bones and the meat and connective tissues that are still attached. Usually, aromatics and other seasonings are added. On the other hand, simmered meat is a broth. Broths can be flavorful, but they won’t develop the body and texture of a stock.
For theater fans seeking something different, one local festival looks to cause a revolt. Juli Hendren, one of the founders of the Tricklock Theater Company, said the Revolutions International Theater Festival’s mission is to connect the international and local theater communities.
Winter weather raises the demand for accessories: thick scarves, fancy gloves, comfy beanies, heavy coats and leather boots. The secret to achieving a put-together look while staying warm and accessorizing is to dress in layers. One way to make this happen is to mix leggings with a crochet or knit sweater underneath a heavy pea coat. Finish it off with some leather boots, a beanie, a scarf and some leather gloves, and the outfit makes the wearer look sophisticated and classy. In exchange for a sweater, one can wear a leather jacket with a T-shirt or tank top to add more of a trendy feel to the ensemble. For those who are looking for more of a flirty, fun outfit, try on a bodycon dress with some tights, a scarf and knee-high leather boots underneath a chunky, long cardigan. The cardigan can instead be a leather jacket or a cropped faux-fur jacket, if one likes: The leather jacket adds toughness to the outfit, whereas the cropped faux fur jacket can add a radiant, over-the-top feel.
here are few moments when critics find themselves at a loss for words. Reading Lance Manion’s collection of short stories titled “The Song Between Her Legs” was one of those rare speechless moments. From the very first page, on which Manion quotes himself, this is one of the worst things a person can ever have the misfortune of being subjected to. These stories assault the reader’s IQ relentlessly until there is nothing left but a bloody pile of broken bones and torn flesh. One might literally feel the intelligence being sucked out of them while reading about two men arguing over whether the peanut is the preferred nut of the upper or the lower class, as in “Mr. Peanut.”
Superheroes, nerds and doctors alike will join forces to help Special Operations Wounded Warriors. The Albuquerque Comic Convention – a three-day pop culture event – hopes to raise $15,000 for the Special Operations Wounded Warriors, according to Jim Burleson, the convention founder. “I think that, in the end, this is why we do it. It really helps us to help other people,” Burleson said. “As a nonprofit, that’s what we are really striving to do: To grow our reach to be able to help people.”
Marl is making a second splash in the fashion industry. It is a versatile old pattern that goes with everything in the closet, yet it stands out and looks great on any body type. Marled pattern looks like marbled granite; it has a mixed, grainy look. Usually, the colors associated with marled print are black, white and grey, but it can also consist of other colors.
Sex, hazing and non-compliance. This was a bit of a tumultuous semester for UNM, here’s a look back at the top 10 stories of the last 16 weeks.
A watchful eye and steady hand brings the human figure to life through intuitive lines, values and colors produced on the artist’s medium. As a part of its adult art courses, the Harwood Art Center hosts weekly open-drawing sessions with a live nude model to promote artistic learning through in-person observation of the human body. Julia Mandeville, chief programs officer for the center, said she hopes the open-draw sessions will help artists and models feel more accepting of the human body.
Shortest day, longest night: the Winter Solstice is approaching. Among the commonly-known holidays this time of year, there is another lesser-known sacred day celebrated by those who practice witchcraft, generally referred to as Pagans. Yule, or Winter Solstice, is celebrated on Dec. 21 this year. Erin Watson, president of the UNM Pagan Student Group, said she celebrates Yule by spending time with her fiancé, friends and family, as well as with her coven of witches.
Feeding students corndogs, smashing pies on people’s faces and holding hands with strangers are all part of one duo’s attempt to make UNM a little more social. AntiSocial, a new YouTube channel created by students Levi Martinez and Christian Puckett, captures unsuspecting students during awkward interactions. They have posted nine videos over the course of three months, each averaging 2,000 views. Martinez, a junior liberal arts major, said the idea came from watching online videos of people having fun joking with others.
I think I’m mostly sad that I didn’t like “Interstellar.” It seemed like everything was in place for it to be an intriguing, Chris Nolan-directed epic about space that pushed more science than science fiction. Also, it seemed to push the reality of humanity truly beginning its first steps into colonizing beyond Earth. In terms of subject matter, there is almost nothing that fascinates and excites me more. “Interstellar” is about a team of space explorers, led by a farmer (Mathew McConaughey), who search for a habitable planet because the Earth is dying. What I didn’t expect was how completely goofy it was going to be.
One venti iced coffee with two shots of espresso, please. Coffee is the the perfect beverage for pulling all-nighters but students should be wary about using copious amounts of caffeine to stay awake.
By MeagenTwyeffort While throngs of people wait in line for hours at the closest outlet store, craft stores and thrift shops can be much less popular type of year.
Two hundred dollars can go a long way for a college student, but most have been spending that amount on a single textbook. The average college student in the United States spends around $1,200 per year on books and supplies, according to The College Board. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that textbook prices have doubled in the past decade, and it is putting a damper on students both financially and academically. In 2013 the Student Public Interest Research Groups conducted a survey, titled “Fixing the Broken Textbook Market,†of 2,039 students from more than 150 college campuses, they found that 65 percent of students surveyed decided against buying a textbook because of a high price.
So many people panic when it comes time to cook their first Thanksgiving feast. With some good planning and a few tips, the traditional meal can be a snap. Before beginning, make sure there are sufficient serving utensils, serving bowls, platters, china and cutlery for all your guests. New cooks often find they are short on these.
A new student group at UNM seeks to create a network for soon-to-be building industry entrepreneurs Lobo Builders is branching out to a diverse student resource in order to build upon their goals and visions of success in business. Mercedes Morton, secretary and treasurer for the Lobo Builders, said the name might confuse people.
With the Thanksgiving weekend arriving soon, you may need a little help with Netflix "Video Store Killer" Inc. to get you through the duller bits of the holiday. "Snowpiercer†might brighten those precious family moments.
In this day and age, no one likes to be labeled. People profusely protest being branded based on our sexuality, gender, race, or stylistic tastes. Since 1986, the Afghan Whigs have been the personification of this idea because of the music they make. The reunited band’s unusual music refuses to fit within one genre. Three years after the release of their last album, “1965,” the Afghan Whigs amicably split in 2001 due to complications preventing the members from continuing to produce music together. After the band accounced its reunion in 2012, fans have finally been rewarded for their loyalty with the release of the band’s first album in 16 years, “Do to the Beast.”
Quidditch, the sport in the world of Harry Potter, is spreading from its roots in Europe to the United States. For many it is a dream come true. Farzad Sangari, director of the quidditch documentary, “Mudbloods,” said he was excited to turn a fictional game into a reality. The film was released worldwide Oct. 21. “Mudbloods” is not only his first full-length feature film but it is the first one to document the game.
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