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Michel's latest work presents a collection of whimsical short stories.
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“Upright Beasts” author shares excerpts with local community

Lincoln Michel relinquishes his inner literary monster in the recently-released short story collection, “Upright Beasts.” Reading several excerpts from his new collection, the author showcased his ability to take real experiences and transform them into fantastical fictional journeys. 


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TEDxUVA stuns crowd at Boylan Heights

Ten students took the stage at Boylan Heights last Tuesday night for TEDxUVA’s Student Speaker Competition. The event overall reminded students that everyone has a unique story that should be encouraged to share.


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“Made in the A.M.” hits all the right notes

After Zayn Malik announced his departure from One Direction in March, it seemed that the international act might cease to exist as the pop powerhouse it has become. Now a four-piece, Niall Horan, Liam Payne, Harry Styles and Louis Tomlinson have put to rest any doubt with their fifth studio album “Made in the A.M” out last Friday.


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Busdriver paves new roads on “Thumbs”

Busdriver’s perennial perch upon the catbird seat of underground hip-hop receives even more solidification with his release of “Thumbs.” Perhaps the greatest rapper that nobody has ever heard, Busdriver has long-stymied fans with dizzying verses, riddled with abstraction but always purposeful in intent.


TNT's "Agent X" presents a triumphant Sharon Stone, but fails to create drama and tension.
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“Agent X” flops

Famous for her roles in films such as “Basic Instinct” and “Casino,” actress Sharon Stone returns to television in her first leading role as Vice President Natalie Maccabee in “Agent X” following years of numerous stints portraying supporting characters. 


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​“Damn Country Music” is just that

If there’s one thing country music knows, it’s love songs. Whether it’s loving that pretty girl from down in the city, your high school sweetheart or just plain old loving your momma, country has you covered.


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Latest Podcast

In this episode, Mona El Khafif, an Associate Professor of Architecture, explains biophilic design, which refers to the integration of nature into urban and architectural spaces. Through her work on the Biophilic Region Exhibition and her emphasis on the role of educational collaboration, she highlights the importance of shaping architecture and learning for an environmentally conscious future, even here in Charlottesville.