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The Observer

Case Western Reserve University's independent student news source

The Observer

Case Western Reserve University's independent student news source

The Observer

1989 (Taylors Version) has already taken the world with Swifts matured vocals and new From The Vault tracks successfully revitalizing the former Album of The Year.

Has Taylor Swift’s re-recording project started to falter?

Kethan Srinivasan, Staff Writer November 3, 2023

Some will know it as Album of The Year. Others might recognize it as the biggest musical reset of the 2010s. I remember it as the album with the incessantly-played lead single, “Shake It Off.” But...

Frontman of The Happy Fits, Calvin Langman, dazzles Cleveland with his spectacular cello and vocal skills.

In concert, The Happy Fits showcase the beauty of positive and negative emotions alike

Amanda Wu, Staff Writer November 3, 2023

On Sunday, Oct. 22, the indie rock band The Happy Fits performed at the House of Blues in downtown Cleveland. Blasting off with “Do Your Worst” from their newest album, “Under the Shade of Green,”...

Vir Das, who is perfoming in Cleveland next Sunday as a part of his world tour, sits with our executive editor in an exclusive interview reflecting on his career, background and inspirations.

Comedian Vir Das takes his “Mind Fool Tour” across the globe: Next stop, Cleveland

Shivangi Nanda, Executive Editor November 3, 2023

As we near the end of the semester—with exams and assignments piling up like never before—I think every Case Western Reserve University student could use a good laugh. On Nov. 12, Indian comedian,...

ABCs new season of The Golden Bachelor focuses on the romantic lives of the Baby Boomer generation, starring Gerry Turner (middle) as the Bachelor.

ABC’s “The Golden Bachelor” is a rich text

Kate Gordon, Life Editor November 3, 2023

Within the first few minutes of ABC’s “The Golden Bachelor,” it’s clear that we are watching a different version of the show. It begins with a montage not unlike the one at the beginning of Pixar’s...

What to do this Halloweek(end)

Kate Gordon, Life Editor October 27, 2023

With Halloween next Tuesday, Case Western Reserve University student organizations are hosting a plethora of events over the weekend to celebrate. From movie and play showings to an actual rave to the...

The famous Toronto sign in Nathan Phillips Square highlights the modern and brutalist architecture that the city is known for.

UPB’s first international trip since COVID-19 inspires CWRU students

Zachary Treseler, News Editor October 27, 2023

It is not every day that Tinkham Veale University Center is packed at 4 a.m. But on Oct. 24, this was exactly the case as Case Western Reserve University students gathered eagerly with passports in hand...

Sweet rivalry: Presti’s Bakery and Café vs. Corbo’s Bakery

Shivangi Nanda and Noah Henriques October 13, 2023

Cleveland’s historic Little Italy is famous for its scenic streets and high-quality restaurants. Located just outside University Circle, the neighborhood is beloved by many Case Western Reserve University...

The Case Western Reserve Observer’s Editorial Board explores The Big Bounce America’s two-weekend stop in the Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds last Friday.

The Editorial Board takes on The Big Bounce America

Sara Khorshidi, Copy Editor October 13, 2023

For the last two weekends, Northeast Ohio was blessed with the presence of The Big Bounce America stopping at the Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds as part of their national tour. The Big Bounce America...

The CWRU Theater Department presents a poignant staging of “The Moors”

Madeline Golya, Contributing Writer October 13, 2023

Halloween is swiftly approaching, as seen in the changing of the leaves, the emergence of chunky sweaters and every social media site making lists of the best autumnal recipes and horror movies to try...

This Halloween, spice up your ghost costume with a few extra holes—just like Charlie Brown!

2023 Halloween costume ideas, from pop culture icons to childhood favorites

Megan Abel, Staff Writer October 6, 2023

Halloween is less than a month away, so it’s time to figure out your costume. Whether you are going to parties, hanging out with friends or attending events on campus, there are a lot of options to choose...

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