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The Observer

What to do this week(end): 11/7/2025

What to do this week(end): 11/7/2025

Anya Lin, Analytics Manager November 7, 2025

Halloweekend is over, the weather is only getting chillier and it might seem like the most exciting thing to do in Cleveland is to book a plane out of here for Thanksgiving, but fear not! There are still...

"PTG Live!" is a packed, thoughtful, and fun showcase of wit and comedy.

Cleveland’s hottest show is PTG Live!

Penelope Cloonan, Life Editor November 7, 2025

Cleveland’s hottest show is “PTG Live!” This place has everything: nickel back (pack), the word core repeated too many times, oddly considerate robbers and a political commentator who decided to...

Alice Phoebe Lou finds beauty in the unpolished on “Oblivion”

Maria Burrus, Staff Writer November 7, 2025

The first time I listened to Alice Phoebe Lou was when her song “Witches” went viral. Later, I fell in love with her music when she opened for Clairo, and I’ve been obsessed with her soft, yet piercing...

The life and legacy of Pi’erre Bourne: Architect of a new trap sound

The life and legacy of Pi’erre Bourne: Architect of a new trap sound

Petros Samuel, Staff Writer November 7, 2025

Pi’erre Bourne, born Jordan Timothy Jenks on September 19, 1993, in Fort Riley, Kansas, has become one of the most, if not the most, influential figures in modern music production. Having been raised...

I’ve got a sneaky feeling you’ll find that “Love Actually” is a horror movie

I’ve got a sneaky feeling you’ll find that “Love Actually” is a horror movie

Halle Browning, Contributing Writer October 31, 2025

As Halloween approaches, the debates about which horror movie is the best are reignited; die-hard fans proclaim their allegiance to “The Shining” or “Get Out” and are willing to oppose anyone who...

Last minute Halloween costumes

Penelope Cloonan and Riya Kulkarni October 31, 2025

Chippettes Grab two of your friends and dress up as a chipmunk pop trio! Aim for primarily pink, purple and green outfits, add ears of some form, draw on a chipmunk nose, and you’re set! Should you...

Halloween movies for people who hate horror

Penelope Cloonan, Life Editor October 31, 2025

With the spooky season in full swing, it only makes sense for the arts and entertainment section to recommend some Halloween media. Whether it runs in the background while getting ready for Halloweekend...

Last week, beloved internet sensations Dan and Phil admitted to being in a relationship for the past 16 years after careers full of parasocial speculation.

Hello Internet: Dan and Phil and obsessive Phan-doms

Penelope Cloonan, Life Editor October 24, 2025

“Are Dan and Phil in a Relationship? Yes.” After 16 years of collaboration across Youtube channels, the OG Youtubers have confirmed what many have been speculating about for years: they’ve been together...

PinkPantheress' new remix album both delights and dissapoints with some tracks completely transformed from their original versions and some presenting more as features than remixes.

Do you “Fancy Some More?”

Hannah Johnson, Director of Print October 24, 2025

As an avid listener of “Fancy That” by PinkPantheress, I was thrilled when I saw the news that a remix album would be released. The album in question, “Fancy Some More?,” kicks off with a bang,...

Maria Zardoya from The Marías debuted her first album "Melt" under the name "Not For Radio", exploring themes of romance from various perspectives.

Maria Zardoya’s First Solo Venture Away From The Marías As “Not For Radio”

Maria Burrus, Staff Writer October 24, 2025

María Zardoya, the lead singer of The Marías, released her first solo project on Oct. 10 under the name Not for Radio. “Melt” is a slow-tempo, lush, melancholic album that approaches themes of romance...

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