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Review: Disney's new streaming service Disney+ is entertaining and nostalgic

By Kassandra Olschanski · Sunday, Nov. 17, 2019

Disney+ gives audiences a chance to re-watch all their favorite Disney classics on one app.

Review: A fresh return to a timeless franchise—Pokémon

By Parker Lazar · Sunday, Nov. 17, 2019

Players are indulging with nostalgia and new, modern twists as Pokemon releases their newest game.

Advice: Black Friday—it’s never too early to save up, but don’t let it takeaway from your holiday

By Tiffany King · Sunday, Nov. 17, 2019

It’s easy to forget to save money for Black Friday shopping with Thanksgiving the day prior but don’t let that fool you, many still participate and will even let it overshadow the holiday.

Advice: It's okay to not know where you want to go with your major

By Emma Kimble · Sunday, Nov. 17, 2019

In a society where most people figure out the rest of their life by 18, some of us still don’t know what we want to do, and that’s perfectly okay.

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Opinion: Ypsilanti is Ann Arbor’s affordable housing policy

By Marcus Lawniczak · Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019

Ann Arbor’s shortage of affordable housing causes real world consequences among citizens, including a lower life expectancy and higher crime rates.

Advice: Coping with the aftermath of a car accident

By Ally Graham · Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019

Surviving a car accident brews up more anxiety and responsibility than expected. Having to clean up the mess and cope with the aftermath is incredibly complicated and draining.

Opinion: Obama has great points regarding cancel culture and ideological purity

By Heather Weigel · Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019

Some could argue that ideological purity gets in the way of actual progress. Barack Obama argues this is true and that activists should stress outreach, negotiation and compromise to a greater degree.

Review: Planet Zoo creates a dynamic experience for simulation fans

By Morgan Elder · Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019

Planet Zoo dreams big in a new, educational experience for players everywhere. Found on PC, the video game is heavily focused on animal welfare and conservation.

Opinion: Our bodies are our own

By Chelsea Bacci · Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2019

There are several ways that women’s control of their own bodies has been taken from them. Their right to decide what is done with their body is theirs and that should not be up for debate. We need to make changes to ensure the safety of women across the globe.

The Eastern Echo’s weekly playlist

By Fenrik Goerlitz · Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2019

A playlist designed to offer new music every week for the Echo’s readers.

Review: Doja Cat’s second studio album, ‘Hot Pink,’ is full of versatility and uniqueness

By Layla McMurtrie · Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2019

Listening to Doja Cat’s music is a must for fans of any genre of music. The “Mooo!” singer is able to use sound aspects from pop, r&b, hip-hop and more, making her songs super fun and different.

Opinion: In this sea of candidates, is anybody good left?

By Parker Lazar · Sunday, Nov. 10, 2019

The 2020 US Presidential candidates may be high quantity but are any of them high quality?

Emily Dickinson’s story comes to life in vibrant Apple TV Original

By Deangelo Hawkins-Clay · Sunday, Nov. 10, 2019

Emily Dickinson’s story is told in a new TV series, providing the audience with enough emotion and drama to keep them excited for season two.

Protesters supporting a public insurance option

Opinion: A case for "public option" healthcare

By Heather Weigel · Sunday, Nov. 10, 2019

Public option health insurance has been in the airwaves since 2008 - yet the overzealous support for “Medicare For All” has overshadowed it. There is political incentive for both to varying degrees - but the public option may have a more viable legislative path.

Advice: A personal account of bias in medicine

By Chelsea Bacci · Sunday, Nov. 10, 2019

Growing up, I was given instructions from a doctor that could have seriously hurt me while I was growing up. Trying to raise awareness of doctors who are biased, depending on their patients is important in making sure patients are getting the treatment they need individually.

Advice: Looking back on hardships keeps you moving forward

By Kassandra Olschanski · Sunday, Nov. 10, 2019

A quote from Taylor Swift's "Lover" album is discussed and provides a new positive outlook for anyone trying to move forward from a painful past.

Review: The Little Mermaid Live! is a poor unfortunate show

By Patricia Mulroy · Sunday, Nov. 10, 2019

The Little Mermaid Live! had potential but unfortunately didn’t deliver.

Review: Kanye West creates controversy with JESUS IS KING

By Morgan Elder · Sunday, Nov. 10, 2019

Kanye West creates JESUS IS KING, a Christian album dedicated to the Lord. Now a born-again believer, West aims to lead the public closer to God. The reception of the album has created all sorts of mixed feelings.

Opinion: Buttigieg’s handling of the South Bend Police Department is a major drawback

By Marcus Lawniczak · Thursday, Nov. 7, 2019

South Bend Mayor Pete Buttigieg faces major controversy due to previous handling of police brutality. Buttigieg’s track record with the South Bend Police Department has left his constituents divided.

Opinion: Politics have become exhausting

By Heather Weigel · Thursday, Nov. 7, 2019

Political exhaustion is a real phenomenon faced by many Americans in a time of intense polarization and media noise. This exhaustion is shared by the politically engaged and disengaged and by those on the right and left.

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