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News Briefs – Nov. 17, 2025

Government shutdown ends On Nov. 12, 2025, President Donald Trump signed a government funding bill, ending the record-breaking…

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BloNo residents taken by ICE, including IWU student
by Cody Buskohl
While Immigration and Customs Enforcement made national headlines two weeks ago with the shooting of Renee Good in Minneapolis, Minn.,… Read more: BloNo residents taken by ICE, including IWU student
Folk singer Jesse Welles is bringing back protest music on social media
by Ellie Mcenery
Protest music of the 21st century is most often performed in non-traditional ways, unlike the folksingers of the past that… Read more: Folk singer Jesse Welles is bringing back protest music on social media
“Godzilla: Minus One” uniquely stands out in the film franchise
by Nozi Davlatyorova
Many people are probably familiar with the character Godzilla, a giant lizard-like mutant monster capable of destroying cities with a… Read more: “Godzilla: Minus One” uniquely stands out in the film franchise
Women’s basketball dominates the Big Blue
by Cody Buskohl
Fast facts: the conflict between United States and Venezuela
by Jake Cowman
On the morning of Jan. 3rd, 2026, the president of Venezuela, Nicolas Maduro, and his wife were captured by the… Read more: Fast facts: the conflict between United States and Venezuela
Classic Literature Crossword
by Naomi Toraason
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The history behind the iconic New Year’s celebration
by Ari Gamble
New Year’s celebrations are a major part of American culture. From massive events like the New York City ball drop… Read more: The history behind the iconic New Year’s celebration
Comic: Home for the Holidays
by Katie Watson
Ditch Apple and Spotify, start reusing your physical media
by Brooke Pacchetti
In recent years, the rise of streaming services like Spotify, Pandora, and Apple Music has brought easy, algorithm-curated music listening… Read more: Ditch Apple and Spotify, start reusing your physical media
Recapping Illinois Wesleyan’s nationwide winter break matches
by Hayden Warfield
While Illinois Wesleyan students and staff may have gone home to enjoy the holidays and build snowpeople with family and… Read more: Recapping Illinois Wesleyan’s nationwide winter break matches