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REVIEW: Sentimental Value

Set against the Scandinavian isolation of Oslo, “Sentimental Value” follows the Borg family as their world changes upon the return of their absent father. Renate Reinsve leads the ensemble once again after her and writer/director Joachim Trier’s 2021 collaboration in “Worst Person in the World.” ...



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Meltzer Center unveils Well-Being Corner for all students

The shiny new doors of American University’s Meltzer Center, the premier athletic facility on campus, have officially opened.  Located between Reeves Field and Bender Arena, the center opened on Jan. 16 as part of the $500 million investment to the AU Change Can’t Wait campaign. The Meltzer ...


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REVIEW: Hamnet

Chloe Zhao took the world by storm in 2021 with “Nomadland.” Featuring the talents of Frances McDormand, who would go on to win the Oscar for Best Actress, “Nomadland” claimed Best Picture, and Zhao picked up Best Director. Cemented in glory as one of the few women to ever win the award, Zhao ...


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Crusaders clip Eagles in hard-fought game

The American University women’s basketball team (5-14) was defeated by the Holy Cross Crusaders (11-8) by a score of 70-58 at Bender Arena. This was the Crusaders’ second win over American this season, completing a sweep over the Eagles.  American came into this game fresh off a win against ...



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Opinion: Kawaii culture isn’t so kawaii

The following piece is an opinion and does not reflect the views of The Eagle and its staff. All opinions are edited for grammar, style and argument structure and fact-checked, but the opinions are the writer’s own. The Oxford Languages dictionary defines kawaii as an adjective or noun in Japanese ...


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Eagles wrestling opens up the Meltzer Center in style

The American University wrestling team (5-7) took on the Long Island University Sharks (1-11) in a historic wrestling event, as the Eagles played the first-ever match in the new Meltzer Center. There was a special charm to the center as President Jonathan Alger started the night with quick remarks to ...





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Opinion: Your public lands are under attack

The following piece is an opinion and does not reflect the views of The Eagle and its staff. All opinions are edited for grammar, style and argument structure and fact-checked, but the opinions are the writer’s own. If you’ve tried to visit a national park back in September and October 2025, you ...






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Opinion: Young voters care about substantive policy too

The following piece is an opinion and does not reflect the views of The Eagle and its staff. All opinions are edited for grammar, style and argument structure and fact-checked, but the opinions are the writer’s own. In last year’s elections, over 40 million Gen Z Americans were eligible to vote. ...



Section 202 hosts Connor Sturniolo and Gabrielle McNamee are joined by fellow Eagle staff member and phenomenal sports photographer, Josh Markowitz. Follow along as they discuss the United Football League and the benefits it provides for the world of professional football.


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