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Hypnotist show provides laughs for all

Hundreds of students and community members filed down unending rows of chairs in the University Union Ballroom Thursday night. They were all eagerly anticipating the renown "hip" hypnotist Tom DeLuca and his nationally acclaimed hypnosis show. DeLuca has been coming to Sacramento State for years now and if you haven't had a chance to see his show, one word may sum it up: hilarious. But why use only one when there are so many other great things to say about it? (1) comment

Lack of originality, creativity, make commercials mediocre

A Review of this year's Super Bowl commercials

Super Bowl commercials are notorious for being over the top and many people look forward to seeing commercials that have an original spin. Sometimes the commercials are the only reason people watch the game. (0) comments

See if you recognize this setup: A slacker works a dead-end job, earns little pay, all while maintaining aspirations of moving up in the world, but never actually realizes those dreams. Meanwhile his stoner friends offer up non-sequitor nuggets of half-baked wisdom to alleviate the protagonist's spirits. (0) comments

Get ready for the Grammys

A preview to the biggest night in music

Get ready for the Grammys

It's the single most important night in the music industry. Music artists, songwriters and producers will join together at Los Angeles Staples Center on Sunday Feb. 11 to celebrate the 49th Annual Grammy Awards. (1) comment

"Because I Said So," which opens nationwide Friday, Feb. 2, is a light-hearted comedy about a mother's dysfunctional love and relationship with her three daughters. (0) comments

Sac State not always No. 1

Financing and location are major factors when selecting colleges

First choices may not always be the best choice. According to a national survey conducted by UCLA's Higher Education Institute, fewer students are attending their first-choice colleges. Many of these students were accepted by their first-choice colleges, however, one major reason for picking a different university was financing. (1) comment

For those that like to venture into uncharted territory exploring new tastes and experiences for the first time, Full Sail Amber Ale might be for you. In this case it wasn't for me. (0) comments

Grammy's best and worst fashions

Forget who won the awards. It's all about what they wore.

Grammy's best and worst fashions

The 49th Annual Grammy's is a night that honors the best of the best in the music industry, but it's also a night where the best of the best strut their stuff in the hottest and trendiest outfits. (0) comments

'Hannibal' Declining

A Movie Review

'Hannibal' Declining

In 'Hannibal Rising,' we witness the early days of one of cinema's most famous villains. We are shown precisely how and why Lecter became a killer. We see his entry into medical school. Ever wanted to know why he has a taste for human flesh? 'Rising' supplies the answer. (0) comments

Romance her this Valentine's Day

A guide to the best gifts for the woman in your life

Romance her this Valentine's Day

Valentine's Day is a big deal to many people and it can sometimes be difficult to think of fun, inexpensive gifts that the women in your life would enjoy. The Hornet went shopping at the K Street Mall for gifts. (0) comments

Ask a black man anything you want to know but were too afraid to ask. This is just one of the many sections of the S.E.L.L.O.U.T. Comedy Show. Serious, Educated, Laughing, Learning, Outrageous, Unique, Talented- these are the words that are incorporated into the acronym "S. (0) comments

Every so often, a film is released that defines a genre. "The Messengers" not only defines the horror genre, it drives it into the ground. If you have seen "Amityville Horror," "Poltergeist," "The Grudge" or "The Ring," then you have seen "The Messengers." (0) comments

Vaginas talk back

Annual 'Vagina Monologues' show on campus raises money to fight violence against women

Vaginas talk back

Eighteen women portraying different personalities will explore what women really think about their vaginas in the "Vagina Monologues" at 8 p.m. on Thursday, Friday and Saturday in the University Theatre, located in Shasta Hall. The university will host what will be a six-year tradition of the Vagina Monologues on campus. (0) comments

Singer brings acoustic rock, soul

Musician Tracey Amos plays first college show at Sacramento State

From the first song she wrote in grade school about two rabbits who couldn't get along because they were different colors, to songs about social consciousness and sex, Tracey Amos, a musician, songwriter and performer, will add another growing experience to her list: playing live on a college campus. (0) comments

Hot spots to watch the Super Bowl

Check this guide before you decide where to watch the big game

Sacramento is full of local bars, restaurants and pizza places catering to fans' needs with drink specials, food and oversized TVs. But which will serve your needs best on Super Sunday? (0) comments

Assistant theatre and dance professor directs play

In 'Private Lives,' a couple remembers how they fell in love and how they drive each other crazy

Assistant theatre and dance professor directs play

Love. It's in the air. Whether there is or there isn't any, the idea of love is floating around this time of year. This is true for Gina Kaufmann, a theater and dance assistant professor at Sacramento State and a freelance director, who said she loves the students here. (0) comments

The Used: Berth

A CD Review

Berth features a two in one package of nine tracks along with a new DVD that keeps fans posted on the most recent tour experiences of The Used. (0) comments

Students get loan help on the web

Website allows loved ones of students to assist with loans for special occasions, like weddings and education plans

The crock pot is a popular wedding gift. It is, however, hardly a vital component of a burgeoning marriage. While some wedding gifts are indeed very useful, many others will simply wind up collecting dust. You might think that breadmaker you gave the loving couple will play an active role in their day-to-day lives, but, in actuality, it is far more likely to be kept in the closet, if it's kept at all. (2) comments

Singles can have great time on the day of love

Mid-week holiday options include party, comedy show and saving money

There are days when life throws not-so-subtle hints in people's faces. Walking down the aisle of a Wal-Mart, I noticed a young man looking through a wall of Valentine bears. At that moment, I realized that once again I am single on Valentine's Day and am not obligated to waste any money. (0) comments

Year of the Pig

On Sunday, Feb. 18, the Chinese

"Gung hei fat choi! Sun nin fai lok!" Or in other words, "Be prosperous and happy new year!" Generally, many people may think that "Gung hei fat choi" means happy new year, but it actually translates to, "Wishing you prosperity," "be prosperous" or "good luck and fortune. (0) comments

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Reel Talk: Episode 5 - That annoying guy in the theater
Sex Ed(itors) - Episode 4: Mistakes women make in bed
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