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IPD Clears East Seneca Street Bus Station Where Several Unhoused People Took Shelter

The 130 East Seneca St. bus station, which several unhoused people used for shelter, was cleared by Ithaca Police Department officers on Tuesday evening, according to Daniel Creamer, a volunteer for Ithaca Food Not Bombs.

CORNELL NOTES: A Historic Start, Special Teams Dominance, International Success and More as No. 4 Women’s Hockey Readies for Rivalry Weekend

Cornell Notes is The Sun’s weekly notebook about the Cornell men’s and women’s hockey teams. It is produced by The Cornell Daily Sun hockey beat. 

HATER FRIDAY | The Dead Internet Theory Is True

I open Instagram and am greeted by an oversaturated post of a Jesus statue made entirely out of krill. Sometimes I feel like I live inside a simulation built by an intern who got bored halfway through the job. Every other reel feels like it was generated by a blender full of algorithmic dust. I’ve even seen comments under these kinds of posts that make arguably less sense: “Mothers are like this,” “Happy birthday! Try Jesus please” and “Beautiful cabin crew. Scarlett Johansson.” Are people just going brain-dead on the internet, or is there something in particular to blame here?

KASSAM | Struggle, Responsibility and Meaning

In our classes we are observing substantive levels of mental health concerns among students. One does not need a medical degree to understand these pressures result in other physical manifestations of ill health. There is a higher level of uncertainty and stress in students’ lives now. Yet, the challenges students face are understandable in our current political, social and ecological context. If they did not feel anxiety and deep concern, then we, as an educational institution, should be worried. 

On Love and Loss: 'Maxton Hall' Season Two

In May 2024, Maxton Hall took the internet by storm, gaining a dedicated fanbase (myself included) who soaked up the first season and demanded more. Based on German author Mona Kasten's Maxton Hall book trilogy, the show follows Ruby Bell and James Beaufort as they discover what it means to fall in love. The show's second season, debuting November 7, took only two days to claim its spot as the No. 1 trending show in the United States on Amazon Prime Video. Personally, I have been impressed with the second season; although at times unrealistic, Maxton Hall remains powerful, intriguing and filled with positive messaging.  

YORK | 'Frankenstein': The Humanity of a Monster

The trend of Gothic adaptations in film this decade has allowed some of cinema’s most interesting filmmakers to finally tell their favorite stories in their own voices. This year, Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein feels like a match between director and story as fitting as Robert Eggers and Nosferatu, and the weight of del Toro receiving the budget and freedom to tell a story so important to him is felt throughout the film. Frankenstein is a massive film in both scale and scope, and while some moments feel a little messy, the end result is an impressively beautiful story of pain and forgiveness. 

Reviewing Desserts at Risley Dining Room

Risley Dining Hall, located in Risley Hall on North Campus, is, in my opinion, a hidden gem. Both gluten- and nut-free, Risley is overlooked compared to its North Campus counterparts, Morrison and North Star (Appel) Dining — in part due to its allergen-free, selective menu and short hours. However, this doesn’t mean Risley is not truly delicious, especially when it comes to its desserts. 

JASO | New Luddites

It’s the 19th century again, and the Luddites are on the brink of revolt. 

Do Us All a Favor: Put Your Phone Down

By Ava Betnar

GUEST ROOM | AAUP Executive Committee on the Draft Recommendations of the Presidential Task Force on Institutional Voice

The animating principle of the draft report on institutional voice is that there needs to be greater clarity about who speaks for the University and when the University can speak. As the committee chairs have made clear, “institutional voice” only concerns speech on behalf of the University as a corporate body. 

CARUSO | That's Not How That Works

On Sept. 2, Opinion Columnist Henry Schechter wrote in response to Opinion Columnist Yihun Stith’s piece highlighting reports that Cornell University was negotiating with the Trump Administration over its federal funding. Though Stith was wrong to be absolutist about Cornell “bargaining away its values,” Schechter is equally wrong — not only about how negotiation works, but also about how policy is made. 

A Study of Reverie: Cornell Fashion Collective Fall Runway Show

This past Friday, the Cornell Fashion Collective hosted their annual fall fashion show, this time diverging from their regularly scheduled venues and choosing to spotlight their designers at Llenroc. Once housing the Delta Phi fraternity, Llenroc was also home to Ezra Cornell –– the historic manor drips in ornate crowning and opulent design much like the models bustling to get ready down below.

MAIA ON THE MIC | Why I Deactivated My Instagram Account

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11/13/2025 Mini

GUEST ROOM | AAUP Statement on the Trump-Cornell Deal

The Cornell AAUP chapter has consistently stated that any deal with the Trump administration would be strategically unwise and a betrayal of Cornell's principles. This remains the case. We are heartened to see that Cornell University’s deal omits many of the worst provisions present in deals made by other universities. The opposition of faculty, students and engaged members of the Cornell community gave Cornell’s leadership the courage of our convictions. 

TODDINGS | Views from Sky

In a world where news often descends like a storm, harsh and unforgiving, this space offers a cloud-like haven amidst the tempest of opinion. Here, instead of political criticism, I gather stories like raindrops, carefully collecting the world’s narratives before scattering them across campus. This nurtures growth even if tinged with discomfort for a fresh perspective on the media, served with a side of fact-sparked controversy. Like a well-loved library, this column offers solace and stimulation. It will serve as a place where even the most introverted bookworm can find comfort. Each article, crafted with care, promises to be as meaningful as a timeless tale, featuring the freshest perspectives from both myself and a constellation of special guests. Think of this column as the newest chapter in your favorite book and get ready to dive into a new take on journalism with sky-high insights. 

CLIFFORD | Some Like It Hot — Gen Z Likes It Incarcerated

When Luigi Mangione allegedly shot and killed the Chief Executive Officer of UnitedHealthcare in 2024, media shock centered largely on the crime itself and its political overtones. The targeting of a man seemingly untouchable — armored in wealth and power — was shocking, to say the least. However, parallel to this, a fanatic generational crush was sweeping the denizens of social media off their feet. Mangione’s booking photograph circulated like Brad Pitt on the cover of L’Uomo Vogue: his cheekbones substituted emotional support animals for a younger generation’s politicized distress. Mangione seemed a vessel of outrage at the moral bankruptcy of unequal wealth and corporate power.

Treasure Hunting in Ithaca: Your Guide to Thrifting

I started thrifting because I was broke. I kept doing it because it was fun. And somewhere along the way, it became one of my favorite things to do. 

'Alchemised': The New Dark Fantasy Sensation in Review

It has been a long time coming, but I finally finished the 1,040 page sensation that is Alchemised. I am not going to lie — this book was not on my radar until it came out and exploded on my social media pages. Seeing people breaking down worldbuilding terminology, sharing their reading updates and posting videos of them sobbing upon finishing it, I instantly knew this was something I had to get my hands on. It is safe to say I was not disappointed.