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Carly Rae Jepsen emerged from her “forest” with princes and dancing, as she states on her website, to release a new single, “I Really Like You.” Just like “Call Me Maybe,” it wouldn’t be hard to guess this latest song title after listening for only a few seconds.

Jepsen’s voice isn’t her problem. It’s her obsession with being annoying. Her songs are like the repetitive rhymes your kids sing on five-hour drives to their grandparents’ house. The chorus of her new single repeats “really” six times before getting to the point. “Call Me Maybe” received the same complaints from listeners as Rebecca Black’s “Friday,” although we won’t go as low as saying Jepsen is quite as grating as Black.

“Call Me Maybe” was successful without a doubt, but Jepsen should have let her next single hit more than just the trivial sequence of teen angst. At 29, Jepsen is way too old to be targeting the audience that Miley Cyrus forgot about years ago. Not to say that Jepsen should cut all her hair off and twerk on stage, but she needs to at least put a little depth into her music.

Most of all, she really, really, really, really, really, really needs to write some new lyrics.

Kelly Clarkson has done it again. She’s one of “American Idol’s” best success stories, and showcasing her big anthem voice in this new album reminds listeners why she came out on top. Clarkson’s passion when she sings is something to be reckoned with.

Although the first song on “Piece by Piece” could be skipped, song number two, “Invincible,” is back to the Clarkson we all know and love. She is nothing if not soulful and passionate. However, she throws in a few techno mixes that don’t quite hit the mark. Kelly, stick to your big voice and leave the remixes out. Aside from the occasional auto-tune moments, “Piece by Piece” is very classic Kelly Clarkson. When compared to her other albums, it doesn’t stand out and is less powerful than 2011’s “Stronger” – but is a strong seventh album.

Brandi Carlile, folk rock and alternative country singer-songwriter from Washington, has released “The Firewatcher’s Daughter,” her sixth full-length album to date. Carlile is most widely known for her 2007 hit “The Story.” She plays guitar, piano and banjo – and she sings beautifully. She has opened for Maroon 5 and One Republic, and she’s collaborated with Elton John, Amy Ray, and Chad Smith. This new album was recorded almost exclusively in first takes and with no rehearsals. This allows for a certain realness and vulnerability in Carlile’s voice. It’s fun to hear a voice not so perfectly polished. This album doesn’t pigeonhole itself in one genre. Tracks such as “Wherever Is Your Heart” and “The Things I Regret” lean more to folk rock while tracks such as “The Eye” and “I Belong To You” lean more toward alternative county. Altogether, highly recommended.

Of Montreal has been on the music scene since 1996 and just released their 13th full-length album “Aureate Gloom.” A mix of progressive rock, psychedelic pop, and punk rock, of Montreal offers a raw and intense sound that often seems strange and discordant. But the cacophonic feel reflects the mindset of front man Kevin Barnes who was going through a separation from his wife of 11 years when he wrote the album.

The songs inspired by the mid-to-late ‘70s music scene in New York are a combination of simple beats and complicated choruses. Barnes’ distinct voice adds another dimension, especially in tracks like “Empyrean Abattoir” where it sounds childish and exaggerated at times. With a unique, jumbled style that has a kaleidoscopic complexity, the music of “Aureate Gloom” is definitely an acquired taste. You’ll love it, or you’ll hate it.

By Linley McCord

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Looking for a way to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day authentically but don’t have enough cash to get to Dublin? Have no fear – O’Bannon’s Taphouse is coming to the rescue. The celebration starts on Sunday, March 15, and goes until midnight on the 17th.

As usual, Sunday trivia will be held at the Taphouse with a special St. Patrick’s Day theme to get attendees excited about the coming festivities. But Monday is when the party begins. At noon, Boyett Street will shut down for setup and then the pub will open at 2pm. Later, at 9pm, a disc jockey will come out, and good food, music, and green beer will flow.

Meanwhile, the stage of the pub will be home to the Tea Merchants, a traditional Irish band complete with fiddles and foot stomps. They’ll take the stage around 10pm and are guaranteed to get anyone in attendance in the Irish celebrating mood.

After a countdown to midnight, it will be time to send everyone home to get a few precious hours of sleep before the pub opens again at 7am with complimentary mimosas Breakfast and spiked coffee will be served as well. A morning toast will commence at 9am.

Throughout the day, Big Daddy Z’s mobile food truck will serve up some delicious Irish dishes that will tickle your taste buds. While you’re enjoying your food, you can listen to the Blaggards, pub regulars who bring Irish music with their own unique twist. At midnight, the Blaggards will end the day with their version of the Aggie War Hymn.

Events will go on throughout the day with plenty of opportunities for you to win prizes such as shirts, shot glasses, hats, and an array of other things. It’ll be the biggest St. Patrick’s Day celebration you’ll ever experience, and definitely worth it.

There are two other St. Patrick’s Day celebrations you don’t want to miss.

Harry’s will be hosting a St. Paddy’s Day party on Saturday, March 14. If you wear green, you get in free until 10pm! Discounted Irish-themed drinks will abound. Doors open at 9pm.

On Tuesday, March 17, The Backyard will host a full day celebration starting at 11am. There will be drink specials and Irish washer tournaments throughout the day (with prizes of course), a chance to dunk some Backyard employees, and free goodies (courtesy of The Miller Girls).

St. Patrick’s Day in BCSBy Linley McCord and Abigail Stricker

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WHAT: LAURA BUSH AND RAZIA JANWHERE: BETHENCOURT BALLROOMWHEN: MARCH 11 @ 7:00PM

Former first lady Laura Bush and CNN Top 10 Hero of the Year Razia Jan will speak on March 11 about their experiences and knowledge of education throughout the world and U.S. efforts in promoting education abroad.

After 9/11, Mrs. Bush took an interest in helping women and children in African nations. She was one of the first officials to visit Afghanistan in the midst of the country’s violent and war-ridden reality. She worked on getting children out of violent gangs, as well as tirelessly advocated for education in these developing nations.

Born in Afghanistan, Razia Jan will join Mrs. Bush in the lecture. Jan is the founder of “Razia’s Ray of Hope Foundation,” a nonprofit organization that raises money to fund community-based education for women and children in Afghanistan.

She was also chosen as one of CNN’s Top 10 Heroes of the Year for her work at the Zabuli Education Center, a school she founded to provide free education to more than 250 girls.

The two women will speak about their challenges in pushing toward a better future of education and also the progress they have made in their respective efforts.

There will be a Q&A following the lecture.

The event is sponsored by the MSC Bethancourt student group, and will be held in Rudder Auditorium from 7-8:30 pm. Tickets can purchased at the MSC Box Office for $5 with a student ID or $10 for general admission.

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Beloved American comedian Jerry Seinfeld is headed to College Station. The 60-year-old actor, comedian, writer and producer is most well-known for his role in the sitcom “Seinfeld,” which ran from 1989 to 1998. He co-created and co-wrote the show with Larry David, and was also a co-executive producer for a few seasons. In 2005, Comedy Central named him the 12th greatest stand-up comedian of all time.

Seinfeld first began his career in comedy in 1976 when he braved “Open Mic Night” at New York City’s Catch a Rising Star comedy club. His stand-up style is known for being a sort of observational humor and focusing on the small stuff. In addition to his stand-up and his work on “Seinfeld,” he has broached many other projects and roles. Among the most notable and recent is the Bee Movie, which Seinfeld co-wrote and co-produced in 2007. He also started his own web series in 2012, “Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee,” for which he was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award. The series included a total of 16 episodes that ranged from seven to 25 minutes each. In every episode Seinfeld would take a different comedian out for coffee and conversation. He has also worked extensively in the advertising industry throughout his career. In 2014, he famously said, “I love advertising because I love lying.” Seinfeld will be bringing his comedy chops and his signature stand-up routine to Rudder Auditorium on Thursday, March 12 at 7pm.

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Ideal Roommates vs. Reality RoommatesBy Daniella Delgado & Connie SongEveryone has the perfect image of what an ideal roommate is like. Everyone would get along, the house would always stay spotless, and there would be zero drama. But let’s be honest, this is never the case. You most likely have the same crazy roommates as everyone else.

Let’s take a short walk down memory lane and see if any of our past horrible roommates ring any bells. Here’s what we learned from the experiences.

Clean vs. Messy Ideally, we all wish Cinderella was our roommate. Wouldn’t it be nice to go home to a tip-top place? Instead, what you get is someone who leaves her clothes all over the living room floor, stacks their week-old, dirty dishes in the sink, and lets the trash overfill to a feast for flies. Being the neat freak that you are, living in this mess drives you completely insane. Wouldn’t you think the simple task of cleaning up after yourself would be easy enough to understand? Guess not.

When you’re “interviewing” potential roommates, ask them how frequently they do dishes, if they like a clean fridge (and actually would clean it), and whether they can remember trash day. You might also take a peak inside their car window (it’s okay to be a creep sometimes), to see how clean it is (a mess in their ride usually means a mess in your pad).

Independent vs. Clingy We all want a roommate we can get along with, but also who has a life of her own. There are some who follow you around like a puppy dog. They want to have the same friends as you, they go everywhere you go, you even have the same classes or jobs. Everyone wants her own space, but how do you break this information to your clingy roommate?

Easily. Tell her, in the most straightforward tone without condescension, that you just have to have your space. Tell her this when you first meet, even before you know whether she is clingy. Then it becomes your choice whether you want to cling back. If you don’t, then you already told her in the beginning, so no harm in maintaining your need for space. If you tell her too late, then you’re the jerk (ugh).

Stable vs. Emotional Train-wreck Everyone wants someone who has it all together – someone who can balance school, friends, work, and extracurricular activities with ease. Some of us handle pressure a little better than others. But let’s face it: Your emotional train-wreck roommate isn’t one of us. You know what we’re talking about. It’s the roommate that suddenly bursts into your room, crying about a big test, about how she doesn’t know what she’s doing with her life, and how she’s going to die alone with seven cats.

Everyone needs time to learn the tricks of the Zen trade. Life will hopefully lead her to peace; it’s not your responsibility. If your door comes with a lock, don’t be afraid to use it. It’s your right. You are paying for it, after all.


In 2012, Zack Varner’s son was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis, an illness that affects the lungs. This inspired him to start a non-profit called Beau Means Business to bring attention to the disease.

Rock Away Cystic Fibrosis is bringing in four bands this year to perform in the Grand Stafford Theatre on their way to South by Southwest. This series of performances will increase awareness and raise funds for cystic fibrosis research.

Rock Away CF starts March 14 at 12:30pm. The first artist will perform at 1pm. Tickets are $10 in advance/$15 the day of. We had the chance to sit down with Maybe April and talk about their roots.

MW: How did you form as a band?MA: We met at a music camp in Nashville in 2012. We were all in the songwriting group, and we had to present a project to industry professionals at the end of the week. Everyone else was forming groups and coming up with ideas, and we were the last three stragglers. Sort of by accident, we decided to try writing a song and present ourselves as a trio. We ended up having such a good time and a surprising connection. So after camp we kept in touch, and a year later we moved in together in Nashville to pursue Maybe April as a career!

MW: Where did your band name come from?MA: The name came to us very naturally. Katy and Alaina were born in April, and Kristen was born in December, but she was meant to be born in April. She keeps us “Maybe.” We kind of just liked the sound of the words together and it felt right, but more than a year after we came up with the name, we realized that Katy’s mom had a sister who passed away when she was just 10 years old. Her name was Molly April, and Katy, whose full name is actually Molly Katherine Bishop, is named after her. It felt really symbolic and meant to be.

MW: What artists have inspired your sound?

MA: We all have such different sounds, so it’s kind of a random bunch that inspires us. For Katy, it’s Shania Twain and Beyonce. For Kristen, it’s Brandi Carlile, Keith Urban, and Iron Maiden. And for Alaina, it’s Miranda Lambert, Kasey Chambers and The Swell Season. We also love the Civil Wars. All of that kind of comes together to create our sound.

MW: What has been a highlight of your career as a band?MA: We got to play at a Grammy event called “A Song Is Born” in January 2014 in Los Angeles. We got to meet some of our idols, like Bonnie Raitt and Kris Kristofferson, as well as Joy Williams of the Civil Wars and Gavin DeGraw. We got to share a stage with so many amazing artists and play for over one thousand people. It was an incredible experience.

MW: What are you most excited about in 2015 for your band?MA: We are currently in the process of recording an album with Grammy-winning producer Charlie Peacock. So far, it has been one of the most fun and challenging experiences we’ve gone through as a band, and we are so excited to see how it turns out, and to share it with the public.

MW: Why did you decide to come to Rock Away Cystic Fibrosis?MA: We were contacted by Zack Varner to play the benefit. We’d never heard of it before, but he told us a little bit about it, and we are so glad to be able to participate. We’ve played a few benefits before and it’s such an amazing feeling to see all the people who come out and support a cause that is so important.

MW: What is one thing that, as a band, you think would be the pinnacle of musical success for you?MA: We don’t really have one. We have so many dreams and goals, and each new accomplishment and success is just as exciting. We’re going one step at a time, and each step just gets us closer to the next step. Hopefully, we’ll never reach a “pinnacle” of musical success, because we always look forward to what’s coming up.

By Linley McCord

Exclusive Interview: Maybe April

MW: Listening to your albums, you keep your music traditional, a mix of American folk and blues. Why were you drawn to this particular genre? AD: I think you make what feels true at the time. So far, the recorded songs seem to fall into that folk-blues genre, as you said. The music that opened me up was of that vein, I'd say. I think the nature of folklore more than folk music is what draws me. Telling a story. I'm about the words and whether or not I have something to say.

MW: Your album “The Moorings” was nominated for a Grammy in 2014. Since then, have you evolved your sound, or are you more focused on fine-tuning it?AD: I hope its constantly evolving. The Grammy thing was not a turning point in any artistic sense. I'm certainly not fine-tuning anything. I'm trying to get better at writing songs. That sounds elementary, but it’s all encompassing. It has to do with honing the writing, but it also has to do with being more cognizant of what ideas or thoughts might be rattling around up there or on the tip of my tongue that I haven't been brave enough to put into words yet. What story do I want to tell? What do I have to say?

MW: As an accomplished musician from Louisiana, how did you get involved with this benefit charity in Bryan, Texas? AD: The organizer of the event, Zack Varner, shot me a personal email about the planning of the first one. While we were in correspondence about it, he came to a show I played in Houston and introduced himself. It felt very human. MW: There is no doubt that this event supports a great cause. What separates Rock Away Cystic Fibrosis from other concerts you perform at, and since this is your second time performing at this event, what brought you back?AD: Firstly, the timeline is perfect for touring bands headed to SXSW in Austin to stop in and play the event. We've had a showcase in Austin the past couple years to get to, so its a great stop en route. I think as years go by and the event gets bigger, you'll see some impressive lineups at Rock Away because there are so many bands looking for a stop-off on the way to Austin. Playing a benefit, you don't expect anything, but Zack and the whole operation treat all the artists really well. It doesn't feel like we're doing anything charitable when we have such a good time and leave with a bag of fresh baked goods.

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Spring Reading ListRachel Van Dyken certainly has proven herself as a writer, being a No. 1 New York Times Bestseller for her “Lucky Harbor” series. In “The Bet,” Van Dyken creates the perfect book for vacation, whether you’re on the beach or just have free time at home. “The Bet” is no work of literary genius, following your typical girl-can’t-choose-between-two-brothers romantic plot, but Van Dyken’s writing and sense of humor redeem the tired plot.

The novel follows Kacey to her ex-boyfriend/ex-best friend’s house in Seattle, where she agrees to pretend to be his fiancée in order to appease his grandmother. Kacey grew up with Jake and his older brother Travis, but things have changed since they were kids. Van Dyken takes you through a funny, steamy, and relatable narration of Kacey having to get over the boy she used to love, and fall in love with the one she used to hate. Once you pick up “The Bet,” you’re unlikely to put it down.

You’ve seen the movie, now get the deeper side of the story. “Gone Girl” by Gillian Flynn is a thriller that tells the story of Nick and Amy Dunne, a couple whose marriage is going down the drain. On their fifth wedding anniversary, Amy goes missing, a case where the husband – in this case, Nick – always becomes the primary suspect. A mixture of dark humor, a dash of murder, and a touch of suspense, “Gone Girl” will keep you on your toes. Flynn expertly crafts fully-developed, morally-ambiguous characters: Amy, a mentally disturbed woman with a conniving, manipulative intelligence that both repulses and impresses. Nick, a man who incites both sympathy and scorn as he gets wound tighter into a web of lie Each flip of a page leads to new revelations and unexpected twists as we learn about the couple’s psychotic relationship. So, if you’re missing your friends during Spring Break, “Gone Girl” is the book to read for your recommended weekly dose of relationship drama.

Amy Poehler’s “Yes Please” is a great book in general and would be a great read for spring break. You must know who Amy Poehler is. She has been nominated for 15 Primetime Emmy Awards. She’s intensely funny in shows such as “Saturday Night Live,” “Upright Citizens Brigade,” and “Parks and Recreation.”

Her humor provokes uncontrolled shrieking and laughing at your TV. And she wrote a book, a memoir published in October 2014, where her comedic genius translates beautifully across the pages. She’s intelligent and funny and a very loving person, obvious by the kindness and joy she brings to those around her. Everyone wants to be on her team, and everyone loves her.

“Yes Please” also features its share of self-deprecation (and not the fake kind). Poehler admits

her mistakes and lays herself out for the reader. It’s refreshing to know that glossy celebrity figures are human, isn’t it? Though that’s perhaps what makes Poehler so refreshing to begin with – she’s not glossy. And neither is this book.

Whether you recently binge-watched the first four seasons or have been long-anticipating the upcoming fifth installment (or perhaps both), you should probably find out what is actually happening inside the minds of your favorite characters. The critically-acclaimed HBO series gives you a great overview, but the books dive deep into a world beyond what television can depict – which means you have a lot of reading to do.

Martin’s first book in the “Song of Ice and Fire” series will grip you from start to finish with intertwining plotlines, characters you’ll love to hate, and an ending that will leave you grasping for the next book. Be warned: there are an enormous number of characters in the books, and show watchers will have an advantage in knowing who to pay attention to. Also keep your smartphone or computer handy because the “Song of Ice and Fire” wiki will be your

friend – just be careful to not read too far ahead.

Each chapter switches character perspectives, allowing readers to know these characters in a way that makes you want to befriend them – or keep them at a blade’s distance.


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It’s almost that time of the year again. You have the apartment, Ikea furniture, roommates (which you “love”…for now) all picked out. Now you have to actually get down to the nitty-gritty and prepare for the chaotic, stressful, tiring, all-day-long event known as moving day. Luckily, we have some moving professionals on our staff that will help you avoid rookie mistakes.

As loving and supportive as your granny and papa may be, they aren't ideal movers. Let them enjoy a day off from grandparent duty for the sake of your grandma’s vertebrae and for your sanity. Invite them to dinner afterward.. Might we add, crying babies, curious toddlers, and your hyperactive Chihuahua Sparkie should also be left at home. Moving is best when it's with less...diversions.

Make sure your apartment is clean before you start moving things in. Imagine lifting a couch up three flights of stairs, only to find out the apartment looks like a tornado ripped through it. Sweeping, dusting, mopping, and disinfecting are a must. No one wants to start a new beginning in what could be mistaken for a pigsty. And sometimes apartment complexes don't always do a great job of preparing your new digs before you move in.

Your friends are the real MVPs.Does anyone want to move boxes upon boxes all by themselves? No. Moving day can quickly become chaotic and painful (physically). Along with food and alcohol, give your friends who help you move first dibs on anything you originally planned to sell or donate. Do you really need that lava lamp? (No one does, really.) Give it to them. It'll make their day.

Sandwich bags will quickly become your best friend.In the shuffle of moving in, it becomes quite easy to lose or misplace small gadgets, such as nails and screws used to hold your beloved 42-inch screen TV to the wall. This can all be avoided with a simple sandwich bag. Ladies, these can also be used to hold your never-ending supply of bobby pins, hair ties, or any other small necessities that must make the move. Shampoos, conditioners, and body washes should also be stored in zip-close bags to avoid potential liquid messes along the way. We wouldn’t want you to ruin your game-day dress.

Meet your neighbors.It’s always comforting to know you can count on your neighbors to help you with whatever problems you may run into throughout the year. Baking a cake and don’t have eggs? Ask your neighbor. Need a ride home from Northgate? Call your neighbor. Hear some strange noises? Call your neighbor. Building a relationship with your neighbor is not only good for safety reasons, but can also develop into a friendship that will leave lasting memories. Project X, anybody? Don’t get any ideas!

With these tips, hopefully move-in day will be less of a headache. Get a good night’s sleep the night before, because it’s going to be a long, arduous day.

Crash Course on MovingBy Cody Carlsen and Valeria Cenoz


HOPPER - BY ADRIANNA ZAMPIERIHave you procrastinated making plans for Spring Break or are you planning ahead for the summer? With Hopper, plane tickets are easy to find whether you need them one week from now or in one month. Just type in your local airport, your destination, and Hopper does the rest. It compares thousands of prices, determines the best travel days, and presents options that range in price from a good deal to expensive. You could save up to 40 percent using Hopper.

Hopper can also help you keep track of flights in case you’re not quite ready to buy the tickets. It will notify you of any price fluctuations, and when you’re ready to buy, the app connects you to the ticket site. Hopper does all the hard work to get you the best deal possible.

CUTE OR NOT - BY ABIGAIL STRICKERGather ‘round, animal lovers, Buzzfeed has launched a new app: Cute or Not. The app allows users to upload cute pictures of their pets. Users then cycle through a preponderance of pet pictures – swiping right for “cute” and left for “not.” Top voted pictures are featured on the app and on Buzzfeed. You can share your favorite pictures via text message or on social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter or Pinterest. It’s the ultimate pastime for animal lovers. Really, what fun! You can look at cute little animals to your heart’s content. And for prospective pet owners, this could help you decide on a breed. Everyone thinks his or her animal is cute. Here’s your chance for some validation. The app could also serve as a pretty solid pick-me-up, right?

SWYPE - BY ANNABETH REEBIOS 8 brought on a frenzy of third party keyboards, with apps such as SwiftKey and Swype topping the charts. Swype allows its users to type by swiping a finger across the keys instead of actually pressing them. Once you get the hang of it, it really is a lot easier.

Swype learns how you type by detecting which words you use most often and how your fingers navigate the keyboard. The reason we like Swype better than SwiftKey is because with Swype you get all the app’s functions without allowing the third party to have full access to what you type, such as bank accounts and passwords. SwiftKey addresses this difference and states that they never store information for out-of-app use, but it all comes down to whether you want to take the risk.

Swype functions flawlessly and does not require you to take a leap of faith. All in all, Swype is a well-designed app that makes typing easier.

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BATTERY DOCTOR - BY RACHEL PICKERINGDoes your phone die when you least expect it? You deserve to know when your phone is about to RIP, and you can do so by downloading Battery Doctor. The app can extend your battery life up to 50% by monitoring and regulating your phone’s power consumption.

The app finds other apps and settings that drain power on your phone. It’ll provide you detailed battery information, and the info will allow you to make proper adjustments to your phone. In addition, the memory scan and junk clean up will help you save extra space by cleaning and deleting clutter. (Before deleting anything, you have the option of setting your preferences so only certain files/folders will be scanned for clean up.)

Battery Doctor also tells users how long your battery will last under a variety of situations. For example, if you are playing a game on your phone, it will let you know how much power the game is using. The app also keeps a log of how often you fully charge your phone and what features you can turn on/off to extend the battery life.

HANX WRITER - BY CONNIE SONGClickity, clack, clack. Fueled by his love for the typewriter, Tom Hanks (yes, Forrest Gump himself) developed Hanx Writer, an app that mimics old-school typing machines. Yes, there was a reason why the typewriter went away, but the cons of the machine were taken into consideration and modified for this app. For instance, you can now delete your typos and go back and edit your horrible grammar instead of having a document covered Xs. However, if you’re a fan of the Xs, there’s an option to have them, too. In addition, you can also export documents you’ve typed with the app. Hanx Writer can also be used in other apps if you’re solely using the app for the sounds (which is pretty nostalgic, but some people can’t write without them).

ZEN SHOPPING - BY DANIELLA DELGADOWant to make holiday shopping a breeze? With Zen Shopping, you can have your own personal shopping assistant straight on your phone. It has a variety of features to make your online shopping experience simple and expedient. Among these features are a price comparison calculator, where Zen automatically recognizes the product you’re looking for and searches other stores to find the most affordable option. Zen also automatically provides you with the best coupons for the store you are shopping at prior to checkout.

Zen notifies you of deals tailored to your shopping interests. The app also has a package tracking feature, so you can keep track of the delivery status of all your precious merchandise. Avoid the long lines and crazy crowds and do all of your shopping from the comfort of your own phone with Zen Shopping this holiday season.

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The third installment of Netflix’s political thriller “House of Cards” released on Feb. 27. Fans have been anxiously waiting since season two’s release early last year. It has been the source of many hours of binge watching for all viewers – this show reminds you why you pay for Netflix every month.

The plot follows morally questionable politician Frank Underwood, played by Kevin Spacey, as he tries to manipulate his way into power in the White House. He puts off a good old country boy from North Carolina vibe with his southern drawl, but his asides to the camera reveal a much more sinister and calculated man.

His wife, who is just as power hungry but seems to follow a straighter moral compass, accompanies Frank throughout his political career. Claire Underwood, played by Robin Wright, is a stunning, classy woman who marries for influence and security. The marriage is a functional one, but not without an interesting version of love.

The show is intense and balances quick dialog with shocking action moments. It isn’t a show that you can pay attention to halfway; much like its main character, it demands to be heard. If you’re looking for something to equate it to, think 21st century “Game of Thrones” with slightly less violence and explicit material and far more strategy.

“House of Cards” will get your heart racing and mind whirling as you try to figure out who you want to cheer for and what Frank’s next move will be.

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HANNAH RISHER

I’m going to Ohio to visit family.

JESSICA SPAW

I turn 21 on St. Patrick’s Day, so I’ll be going to O’bannon’s!

ANSON CONE

I’m going to South Padre for the week.

JOSH TEO

I’ll be going to California to visit friends.

TANNER IVES

I’m going to Gulf Shores with some friends.

Any special plans for how you will spend Spring Break?

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Across1 Overwhelm6 Mark a ballot10 “I Am ___ of Constant Sorrow”14 FDR had it15 Sent notes to online16 Go as fast as you can17 Mix up the letters in a former “SNL” player’s last name?20 Even score21 “I’m Like ___” (Nelly Furtado hit)22 Pretentious name for the Jan Brady fan club?28 Jong and others29 Rejoice30 Swiss potato dish31 Recipe command32 Animal with antlers35 Bizarre way an African dictator used to close his letters?39 Ping-pong table divider40 Concoct41 Top group42 Bathroom floor item44 Person who holds property in trust45 NBA player who grew up in Istanbul?48 “There Will Be ___”49 ___ Arbor50 Howl the surname of a theater great?58 Spot on the Web59 “Fine, have it your way!”60 Student helper61 Thomas Hardy title heroine62 Prefix with physics63 “It’s always something with you!”

Down1 Business that offers foot massages2 Came out on top3 In the style of4 Russian plane5 Painting of a person6 YouTube rival7 “r u kidding?!”8 It can be iced or spiced9 Mag workers10 “I know you ___ what am I?”11 Bialik of “The Big Bang Theory”12 Sharp, poetically13 “___ alert!”18 Intentions19 Starbucks size22 Gradually diminish23 Drop in on24 Prefix with plasm25 Captured back26 Boot out of the country27 Do some knitting28 Ms. Brockovich31 La ___ (famed opera house)32 Hirsch of “Into the Wild”33 Petrol amount34 Proposer’s joint36 Mosque head37 Doesn’t just think about38 Dismounted42 Fur shawls43 Last part of a classical piece44 Irishman in sunglasses45 Skateboard move46 Aggressive sellers47 Hooded coat48 Bankrupt51 He meows52 Manage (a living)53 Obtained54 Believe, as a dubious story55 Golf cart’s cousin, for short56 Fish eggs57 Like some humor

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Aggies Minimize Flashy Show at Pro Day By Brad Cox

The Johnny Football circus left town long ago, and it was obvious when the Texas A&M football team hosted a pro day for its NFL hopefuls on March 4 at McFerrin Athletic Center.

Gone were the head and assistant NFL coaches, the ESPN and NFL Network cameras, and one particular former U.S. president who all flocked to College Station a year ago to watch Johnny Manziel dodge a broom.

In their place were 36 scouts representing 28 NFL teams – just two assistant coaches – and a smattering of former A&M and current pro players who were there to see 14 Aggies make their case for being selected in the 2015 NFL Draft, which starts April 30.

Offensive lineman Cedric Ogbuehi, considered by many to be A&M’s best chance at keeping alive its four-year streak of having a player selected in the first round, was limited to doing interviews with teams because he is still rehabbing an ACL tear he suffered during the Aggies’ Liberty Bowl victory.

Cornerback Deshazor Everett, running back Trey Williams, and defensive back Floyd Raven Sr. did their

part to give the scouts something to watch.

Raven Sr. was the fastest Aggie in the 40-yard dash with a time of 4.45 seconds and was the fastest in the long shuttle at 11.24. Williams, who ran a 4.49 40 at the NFL Combine in February, ran a hand-timed 4.48 at the pro day.

Everett exhibited his athleticism in other ways, recording top marks in the vertical jump (38 inches), broad jump (10 feet, 10 inches), the 5-10-5 (4.28) and the three-cone drill (6.78). He ran the 40 in 4.49.

Also making waves was tight end Cam Clean, who improved his NFL Combine 40 time of 4.98 to 4.81 at the pro day.

WOMEN’S BASKETBALLA trio of Aggies earned All-SEC honors going into last week’s conference tournament, including Jordan Jones’ second straight SEC Defensive Player of the Year honor.

Jones, who missed A&M’s regular season finale against LSU after tearing her ACL and meniscus in her right knee in a 70-69 loss to Missouri, was also a second

team All-SEC selection and a pick for the All-Defensive team.

Courtney Walker earned a first team nod while Courtney Williams was a second team selection.

INDOOR TRACK AND FIELDOn the heels of each team finishing third at the SEC championships in February, the Aggies will have 15 athletes – seven men and eight women – competing in the NCAA Indoor Championships starting March 13 at Arkansas’ Randal Tyson Track Complex.

Competing for the fourth-ranked men will be Shavez Hart (200), Devin Jenkins (200), Deon Lendore (400), Bralon Taplin (400), Chase Wolfle (pole vault) and Latario Collie (triple jump), while Gregory Coleman will join Taplin, Hart and Lendore in the 4x400 relay.

Competing for the eighth-ranked women will be Aaliyah Brown (60), Kamaria Brown (200), Ashton Purvis (200), Olivia Ekpone (200), Shamier Little (400), Brea Garrett (weight throw) and Jena Hemann (pentathlon). Little, Ekpone, Purvis and Brown will compete in the 4x400 relay.

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