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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

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

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University News
UI-related travel to Middle East under advisory
By Sophia Vasilakopoulos, Staff Writer
ISC pushes for traffic control at Green, Third streets, seeks community input
By Avery Paterson, Senior News Reporter
University Admin
Understanding the I-Team: Documents outline responsibilities, limits
By Patrick Herr and Alex Murphy
‘Each senate shall’: Tracking Shahid Khan’s honorary degree rejections
By Ryan Pearlman, Senior News Reporter
News
The University’s Willard Airport stands at 11 Airport Road in Savoy, Illinois. University-related travel to the Middle East has been placed under review.
UI-related travel to Middle East under advisory
By Sophia Vasilakopoulos, Staff Writer • Mar 5, 2026
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
Letters of Love brightens hospital rooms with handmade cards
By Sarah Jacobson, Copy Editor • Mar 7, 2026
UI students offer advice on environmental internships, research
By Shyler Yost, Contributing Writer • Mar 7, 2026
IPC paves way for UI political consulting
By Jordan Fikis, Staff Writer • Mar 5, 2026
Montage Arts Journal proves creativity knows no limit
By Penelope Roewe, Staff Writer • Mar 3, 2026
Books to Prisoners builds hope, sparks change
By Blake Moore, Staff Writer • Mar 3, 2026
Opinions
The first barn rave, a new alternative to the traditional barn dance, hit Miner Farm on Feb. 28.
Opinion | Barn raves should be here to stay
By Alexander Fako, Senior Columnist • Mar 5, 2026
Opinion | Stop excusing cruelty in the name of patriotism
By Hajera Quadri, Contributing Columnist
Opinion | Biodiversity isn’t so shrimple
By Samantha Arnold, Columnist
Opinion | Super Bowl LX halftime show reveals America doesn’t like to share
By Prayse Odomes, Senior Columnist
DI Social
buzz Music
buzz weekly new music rundown
By Olivia Dvorak, Senior Arts & Entertainment Reporter
Review | Mitski’s ‘Nothing’s About to Happen to Me’ unravels a tender, worthwhile arc
By Sonali Khanna, Staff Writer
buzz Movies and TV
Review | ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ delivers humble, accessible fantasy tale
By Gibson Asselmeier, Staff Writer
Review | ‘Wuthering Heights’ falls short
By Sonali Khanna, Staff Writer
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Latest Men's Basketball
Freshman guard Keaton Wagler rises up for a layup against Oregon on March 3.
Player grades, notes from No. 11 Illinois’ Senior Night win over Oregon
By Evy York, Senior Sports Reporter • Mar 5, 2026
Sports
Illinois players celebrate after freshman defensemen Adrian Wisniewski scored the first goal against Cincinnati at the University of Illinois Ice Arena on Feb. 28.
Illinois sweeps Cincinnati to close out best season under Opilka
By Peter Jakubiak, Staff Writer • Mar 5, 2026
Illinois kicks off Big Ten play against undefeated No. 20 USC 
By Arnes Caro, Staff Writer • Mar 5, 2026
Illini trap Badgers with 82-70 victory
By Laura Mendes, Senior Sports Reporter • Mar 4, 2026
Illini land 2027 4-star defensive back Justin Johnson
By Brendan Gallian, Sports Editor • Mar 4, 2026
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