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The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871

The Daily Illini
The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871

The Daily Illini
The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871

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University News
UI alum draws against Manny Pacquiao’s son in pro boxing debut
By Santiago Gonzalez Ahuerma, Contributing Writer
Removal of IPM executive director causes uncertainty
By Sophia Vasilakopoulos, Staff Writer
University Admin
UI Senate rejects online Language Other Than English requirement reduction
By Avery Paterson and Ryan Pearlman
UI to remove DEI statement from faculty promotion, tenure applications
By Ryan Pearlman and Vanessa Turner
News
The Illini Union stands at the north end of the snow-filled Main Quad on Dec. 6.
The week in news: Public camping ban rejected, Secretary of State cracks down on ICE license plate swapping
By Ryan Pearlman and Avery Paterson • Dec 8, 2025
Top Story
A student scrolls on Tinder, a massive platform for online dating.
Opinion | Dating apps turn courtship into attention economy
By Raphael Ranola, Columnist
Top Photo
At the IDEA Lab in the Grainger Library basement, the Illini Magic Society is hosts a weekly meeting. Eric Fang, society member, is shuffling cards, demonstrating a classic force.
UI students reveal where the magic happens
Features
Chefs prepare dishes in the kitchen at Bevier Café on the second floor of Bevier Hall on Nov. 14.
Bevier Café serves affordable meals, life skills
By Jordan Fikis, Staff Writer • Dec 9, 2025
CFE takes center stage, unveils ‘Feast of Fools’ showcase 
CFE takes center stage, unveils ‘Feast of Fools’ showcase 
By Lauren Castaldo, Senior Arts & Entertainment Reporter • Dec 5, 2025
Campus habitats support massive bird migration
By Blake Moore, Staff Writer • Dec 5, 2025
Adventure Club undertakes a journey of self-reflection
By Qyler Bowie, Contributing Writer • Dec 4, 2025
2010s music continues to thrive
By Maraya Petrova, Staff Writer • Dec 3, 2025
Opinions
Opinion | Under federal pressure, will administrators stand for our campus?
By Grayson Hodson, Senior Columnist • Dec 9, 2025
Editorial | Trump’s hypocrisy threatens research, UI endures
By The Daily Illini Editorial Board
Opinion | Zohran has a great future, the Democratic Party does not
By Hajera Quadri, Contributing Columnist
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Review | Top 10 Albums of 2025
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Review | ‘Dancing with the Stars’ finale crowns its winner
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Freshman guard Keaton Wagler prepares to shoot a free throw against Tennessee on Dec. 6 at Bridgestone Arena.
Player grades, notes from No. 14 Illinois’ statement win over No. 13 Tennessee
By Evy York, Senior Sports Reporter • Dec 7, 2025
Sports
157-pound redshirt sophomore Kannon Webster approaches his opponent during Illinois’ meet against Rider on Nov. 8.
No. 9 Illinois wrestling takes third at Cougar Clash
By Blake Noble and Ana-Isabella Djingarov • Dec 8, 2025
Illinois to face Tennessee in Music City Bowl
By Ben Somerville, Senior Sports Reporter • Dec 7, 2025
Illinois swim & dive drops Big Ten opener to Wisconsin
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No. 14 Illinois finds rhythm, wins hard-fought battle against No. 13 Tennessee in Music City
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