Features
The origins, history of Black fashion trends
With Black History Month in full swing, let’s take a look at fashion trends that originated in Black culture from as early as the B.C. era to the year 2021. From jewelry...
Features
Sea shanties make a comeback in the new year
Until recently, sea shanties were considered a music genre of a bygone era, occasionally serving as background music to “SpongeBob SquarePants” episodes. Sea shanties are traditional rhythmic folk songs sung by sailors...
On-Campus Events
Baths, Fire-Toolz to perform at first virtual BUMP show
Binghamton Underground Music Presents (BUMP) will host its first virtual concert on Feb. 19 with Baths and Fire-Toolz. The electro and experimental acts will perform on a YouTube livestream that students can...
Listicle
Pipe Dream's compilation of reproductive, sexual health resources in the Binghamton area
Education and services regarding sexual and reproductive health are crucial for many students and community members to lead robust and fulfilling lives. Unfortunately, counseling, advocacy, education and safe spaces are not always...
Movies
"Ma Rainey's Black Bottom" explores Black America during the early 20th century
Released on Netflix at the tail end of 2020, George C. Wolfe’s film adaptation of August Wilson’s original 1982 play “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom” is a potent close to an important year...
Movies
Sam Levinson's new film "Malcolm & Marie" provides new take on black-and-white arguments
Sam Levinson was ambitious when he wrote and directed “Malcolm & Marie.” However, the attempts to create multiple layers of the characters contribute to the movie falling flat. Levinson presents the complex...
Television
"The Queen's Gambit" explores addiction, compassion through chess
The new Netflix miniseries “The Queen’s Gambit” reveals the underlying similarity that humans have with the game of chess: complexity. Protagonist Elizabeth “Beth” Harmon, played by Anya Taylor Joy, leads the show...
Music
Songs of love for Valentine's Day
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and whether you are in a relationship, situationship or living your best single life, it is a great day to celebrate the love of all...
Fashion
Harry Styles’ Vogue cover stirs up conversation on gender-neutral fashion choices
Harry Styles has come a long way since his days in One Direction — in regard to both his singing and songwriting talents as well as his fashion game. Styles went from...
Lifestyles
TikTok became a major factor in determining popular culture trends in 2020
I’m addicted to TikTok, which is something that many other college students and people of all ages can relate to. The app was born out of the remnants of the former popular...