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Mexico's Rafael Marquez fights for the ball during the 2017 FIFA Confederations Cup on June 21, 2017, in Sochi, Russia.

COLUMN: How the Mexican national team has brought me closer to my own father

By Tribune News Service · Monday, June 18,2018 11 a.m.

Fidel Martinez's bond with his father is strengthened by their love for the Mexican national soccer team.

Accountability for international law is sorely needed in Iraq and Syria

By Matthew Waterman · Friday, June 15,2018 10 a.m.

Fighting a despicable enemy like ISIS makes it more important than ever to avoid harming civilians.

Don’t overlook the meaning of gay pride fests

By Ethan Smith · Thursday, June 14,2018 1 p.m.

Everyone, regardless of identity should join the celebrations of gay pride this month.

COLUMN: Who to root for in the 2018 World Cup

By William Mulloy · Thursday, June 14,2018 12:54 p.m.

The U.S. Men's National Team will be watching this year's World Cup from home. Here are some popular bandwagons to jump on.

COLUMN: Say hello to sadness with the novel 'Bonjour Tristesse'

By Lauren Fazekas · Tuesday, June 12,2018 8 a.m.

Françoise Sagan wrote her first novel, 'Bonjour Tristesse' when she was only 19 years old.

Trump's D-Day gift to Canada: A trade war

By Tribune News Service · Monday, June 11,2018 11 a.m.

Trump's trigger-happy enthusiasm for trade wars may test the lapdog loyalty of congressional Republicans like few other issues.

Kate Spade, Anthony Bourdain and the importance of mental health awareness

By Varda He · Monday, June 11,2018 7 a.m.

Their recent deaths should be a reminder to continue the conversation on mental health awareness.

COLUMN: Quarterback Brandon Dawkins has star potential for the IU football program

By Cameron Drummond · Friday, June 8,2018 7 a.m.

Dawkins has the chance to have a special season as IU's starter in 2018.

1968: An odyssey in film

By Robert Mack · Friday, June 8,2018 7 a.m.

'Planet of the Apes' depicts a post-nuclear apocalypse world, while '2001: A Space Odyssey' offers hope.

Time to stop ignoring Puerto Rico

By Matthew Waterman · Thursday, June 7,2018 10 a.m.

The response to Hurricane Maria by the U.S. government has been underwhelming from the start.

Masterpiece Cakeshop: A decision for freedom

By Ethan Smith · Thursday, June 7,2018 10 a.m.

The Supreme Court decided that this country has no place for religious hostility.

COLUMN: Music in 1968 changed everything

By Hannah Reed · Thursday, June 7,2018 9 a.m.

'Hey Jude' by The Beatles was the longest song to ever enter the charts in the Top 10, paving the way for other artists to create longer masterpieces.

COLUMN: Kanye West's album 'Ye' provides insight no one is looking for

By Matt Begala · Wednesday, June 6,2018 10:10 a.m.

West released his eighth album, 'Ye,' on May 31 at a livestream event in Jackson Hole, Wyoming.

Father John Misty performs May 11 at Upland Brewing Co. as part of the Granfalloon: A Kurt Vonnegut Convergence. Father John Misty's newest album, "God's Favorite Customer," was released June 1.

COLUMN: Father John Misty returns with slow, witty lyrics

By Hannah Reed · Tuesday, June 5,2018 2:44 p.m.

Joshua Tillman has released his fourth solo album under the name Father John Misty.

COLUMN: 'Inherit the Wind' dramatizes battle between evolution and creationism

By Robert Mack · Friday, June 1,2018 7 a.m.

The film is based on the Scopes Trial, which convicted a science teacher for teaching evolution.

COLUMN: How to take care of your vinyl records

By Matt Begala · Thursday, May 31,2018 8:50 p.m.

Vinyl records need plenty of care, but with these tips you'll be able to give your collection the attention it needs.

House of Representatives vote to investigate torture in Yemen is one small step in the right direction

By Matthew Waterman · Thursday, May 31,2018 2 p.m.

Congress needs a broader reckoning with the shameful role the U.S. is playing in the devastation of Yemen.

Enough was enough long ago

By Ethan Smith · Thursday, May 31,2018 12 p.m.

After yet another school shooting, we cannot settle for becoming accustomed to violence.

COLUMN: Buying a turntable on a budget

By Lauren Fazekas · Thursday, May 31,2018 9:33 a.m.

Here is a list of five student-budget-friendly turntables for those who are looking for better sound quality.

COLUMN: Three essential films to take you back to the '70s

By Robert Mack · Monday, May 28,2018 11:24 a.m.

'The In-Laws,' 'American Graffiti' and 'Being There' touch upon a decade marked by national turmoil and disillusionment.

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