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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

The Daily Illini
American Football lead singer Mike Kinsella in 2007.

[Photo] American Football’s Mike Kinsella talks band’s beginning, lasting legacy

By Annisyn Krebs-Carr, Assistant Arts & Entertainment Editor • December 5, 2024
U.S. Senator Kamala Harris speaking with attendees at the 2019 National Forum on Wages and Working People hosted by the Center for the American Progress Action Fund and the SEIU at the Enclave in Las Vegas, Nevada.

[Photo] Kamala Harris wins Illinois

By Aidan Miller-Hisgen, Assistant News Editor • November 5, 2024
Harry Styles (left), Liam Payne (center) and Niall Horan (right) perform on Nov. 8, 2014.

[Photo] Former One Direction member Liam Payne dies at 31

By Lillie Salas, Managing Editor • October 16, 2024
The Supreme Court Building in Washington, D.C.

[Photo] Students react: Supreme Court keeps hold on Biden’s student loan plan

By Jessie Wang and Sam Gregerman • August 29, 2024
Miranda Cosgrove poses with Minions at Despicable Me 2 premiere.

[Photo] Review | ‘Despicable Me 4’ proves why the series should end

By Amartya Nalluri, Staff Writer • July 5, 2024
The summer solstice occurs when one of the Earth’s poles reaches its maximum tilt towards the sun.

[Photo] Celebrate the start of summer with these solstice deals

By Nina Athanasopoulos, Summer Editor • June 19, 2024
A mosquito bites a person’s skin. Mosquito season is summer to early fall.

[Photo] West Nile Virus found in Champaign County bird

By Nina Athanasopoulos, Summer Editor • May 27, 2024
Kabsou, commonly known as “doge,” as featured on Atsuko Sato’s blog, dies at age 18.

[Photo] Internet sensation “doge” dog dies at 18 years old

May 25, 2024
Barbadian singer Rihanna at the 2017 Met Gala.

[Photo] Opinion | The Met Gala needs to be canceled

By Safia Khan, Columnist • May 19, 2024
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[Photo] Opinion | Harm reduction — the regrettable norm in electoral politics 

By Grayson Hodson, Columnist • April 24, 2024
Miami Dolphin cornerback Vontae Davis signs a football for Chief Warrant Officer 2nd Mike Puit during a tour of the guided-missile destroyer Pre-Commissioning Unit Jason Dunham.

[Photo] Former Illinois DB Vontae Davis found dead at 35

By Laura Mendes, Staff Writer • April 1, 2024
United States Senator and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell of Kentucky speaking at CPAC 2011 in Washington, D.C. on Feb. 10, 2011.

[Photo] Mitch McConnell to step down as Senate minority leader in November

By Jessie Wang and Abrahám Chávez • February 28, 2024
American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift on her Reputation Stadium Tour at CenturyLink Field on May 22, 2018.

[Photo] Opinion | Yes, Taylor Swift plays the victim

By Safia Khan, Columnist • February 29, 2024
Beyoncé at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on June 1, during her Renaissance word tour. Beyoncé announced a new upcoming album on Sunday during the LVIII Superbowl.

[Photo] Beyoncé announces new singles in Super Bowl ad

By Mariana Quezada, Staff Writer • February 11, 2024
Formal group photograph of the Supreme Court on June 30, 2022.

[Photo] Opinion | Discarding Chevron doctrine reveals judicial power grab

By Grayson Hodson, Columnist • January 29, 2024
Former United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley speaking with supporters at a campaign event for U.S. Senator Martha McSally at a home in Scottsdale, Arizona on Oct.12, 2020.

[Photo] Opinion | Nikki Haley doesn’t need to go anywhere

By George Alexandrakis, Columnist • January 26, 2024
"Ruins of the of the Forum, Rome" 1743 artwork from Bernardo Bellotto. Assistant Opinion editor Aaron Anastos ranks ancient civilizations.

[Photo] Opinion | A very necessary ranking of ancient civilizations

By Aaron Anastos, Assistant Opinion Editor • December 20, 2023
View of a bed bug nymph ingesting blood from a voluntary human host. Bedbugs are not a massive concern for the CU community but precautions should still be held.

[Photo] Orkin labels Champaign 11th-worst ‘Bed Bug City’ in nation

By Michael Bales, Staff writer • February 21, 2023
A protester wearing a troll face mask during the anti ACTA protest in Paris on Feb. 25, 2012. Opinions editor Aparna Lakkaraju argues that radical terrorism stem from online forums like 4chan.

[Photo] Opinion | Radical terrorism originates from poisonous online forums

By Aparna Lakkaraju, Opinions Editor • May 19, 2022
Ancient Mediterranean: "The Dawn of the Individual" is a permanent exhibit that sits at the Spurlock Museum. Senior columnist Noah Nelson expresses interest in a museum based on the University's history.

[Photo] Opinion | A University museum is on its way

By Noah Nelson, Senior Columnist • May 12, 2022
Columnist Milly Zafar believes that the practice of fasting during Ramadan increases the risk of obtaining an eating disorder.

[Photo] Opinion | Ramadan fasting fuels disordered habits

By Milly Zafar, Columnist • April 7, 2022
Protester holds a sign against the military coup in Myanmar on Feb. 14, 2021. Senior columnist Eddie Ryan discusses the anniversary of Myanmar's coup being overshadowed by the Ukraine situation.

[Photo] Opinion | Coup anniversary marks ticking clock in Myanmar

By Eddie Ryan, Senior Columnist • February 17, 2022
Image of the Sequoyah Nuclear Power Plant near Chattanooga, Tennessee taken on Oct. 25, 2008. Columnist Aditya Sayal believes that nuclear energy is more efficient in making the environment better.

[Photo] Opinion | Nuclear energy provides a greener future

By Aditya Sayal, Columnist • January 25, 2022
Sudanese soldiers stand guard around military vehicles as demonstrators continue their protest against the regime on April 11, 2019. Columnist Milly Zafar believes that any US or international interference in Sudan will worsen the situation.

[Photo] Students stargaze with passion for astronomy

By Aidan Finn, Staff Writer • December 2, 2021
A group of teens walk outside of a GameStop in the early 2000s. Columnist Jane Knight proposes to bring cringe back to combat unrealistic beauty standards.

[Photo] Opinion | Cringe cures modern tween anguishes

By Jane Knight, Columnist • July 29, 2021
Author P.G. Wodehouse poses for a photo in the 1930's. Columnist Eddie Ryan claims that Wodehouse's novel “The Code of the Woosters” perfectly encapsulates British social conventions through his use of comedic remarks.

[Photo] The Daily Illini police blotter for June 29

By The Daily Illini Staff Report • June 30, 2021
A photo a book containing plays such as Two Gentlemen of Verona, The Tempest and Merry Wives of Windsor by William Shakespeare rests on display. Shakespeare’s birthday was remembered by a week-long celebration featuring his writings.

[Photo] UI library celebrates Shakespeare week

By Matt Troher, Investigative News & Longform Editor • April 29, 2021
Farmers in India protest at a rally in 2020. Columnist Eddie Ryan argues that president Biden’s Asia-centric foreign policy needs to focus on integrating India into his plans.

[Photo] Opinion | India integral to Biden’s Asia-centric foreign policy | II

By Eddie Ryan, Columnist • March 29, 2021
The Lincoln Memorial rests peacefully on the morning of Oct. 8, 2006. Columnist Noah argues all Illinoisians should know about Abraham Lincoln.

[Photo] Opinion | Every Illinois citizen must know about Lincoln

By Noah Nelson, Senior Columnist • March 1, 2021
Shanghai's skyline glows brightly in the night on Nov. 20, 2017. Some international students like Henry Pang have been unable to return to their home countries during the coronavirus pandemic.

[Photo] Students adapt to global pandemic

By Shivali Shukla, Assistant Special Sections Editor • April 9, 2020
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