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SPORTS 7/31/15 5:08pm

Column: Examining the academic side of Elijah Bryant's transfer

By Alex Simon

When word got out that rising sophomore Elijah Bryant planned to leave Elon University, many speculated as to the reason the reigning Colonial Athletic Association Rookie of the Year chose to leave. Earlier this week, Bryant committed to Brigham Young University over Butler University, University of Miami and University of Dayton, all of which offered him. Questions still remained, as Bryant did not respond to requests from The Pendulum and other media outlets that covering Elon.

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NEWS 7/31/15 12:07pm

Gisele Bündchen wore a burqa and people are not happy

By Tatum Pederson

Gisele wore a burqa to visit Paris and secretly got $11,000 worth of plastic surgery on Wednesday. Photos of the supermodel show her failed attempt to hide from the paparazzi in a burqa as she stepped into a plastic surgery clinic in Paris, France. Pictures on June 30th also surfaced and show Bündchen walking into the same clinic.

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NEWS 7/31/15 8:36am

Cat patrol

By Xernay Aniwar

Australia is looking to introduce a new feral cat plan. Why? Turns out Australian felines aren’t minding their manners as much as they should, and have been helping themselves to one too many endangered birds. Oops. Gregory Andrews, Australia’s first threatened species commissioner, is plotting to create a law that would make all domesticated cats exclusively indoor cats.

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NEWS 7/30/15 9:37pm

Secretary of Transportation Anthony Foxx to deliver Elon Law Convocation keynote

By Max Garland

United States Secretary of Transportation Anthony Foxx is scheduled to deliver the keynote address at Elon University School of Law’s New Student Convocation August 5, the school announced today. “Foxx was definitely a big catch for the school,” Andy Haile, associate dean of academic affairs for Elon Law said.

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NEWS 7/29/15 10:34pm

Witchy practices

By Xernay Aniwar

Suffering from sticky summer skin? Getting more breakouts than you were a few months ago? Probably from all the sweat and buildup hanging out in your pores all day. Our solution?

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NEWS 7/29/15 8:08pm

Grumpy Dog, the new Internet sensation

By Amanda Garrity

Grumpy Cat’s grimace is famous. People around the world have grown fond of the permanent stank face of this fluffy feline.

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NEWS 7/29/15 6:58pm

Olsen Twins Considering Fuller House

By J.C. Craig

As one of the Tanner family’s many fans, I am interested to see what the “Full House” revival has in store.

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NEWS 7/29/15 6:15pm

Zayn Malik Goes #Zolo

By Lauryl Fischer

Zayn girls, rejoice, your hour is nigh — and so is Zayn’s. The 1D-detractor has gone #zolo. [embed]https://twitter.com/zaynmalik/status/626484859905658881[/embed] Zayn Malik tweeted a picture of himself signing a deal with RCA records this afternoon, officially moving from the label that repped One Direction and joining the likes of Chris Brown, Shakira, Justin Timberlake and Alisha Keys. His initial tweet was swiftly followed by another with the hashtag #REALME and one that strongly implied he had been planning his solo career for a while now — since his departure from One Direction.

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NEWS 7/29/15 6:09pm

Village Project serves summer students

By malfini

Parents huddle around tables as their children excitedly point out their creations: macaroni cars, paper bowls or preliminary business plans for imaginary ice cream stands.

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NEWS 7/29/15 2:48pm

Taylor Swift meets her godson for the first time ... and it’s adorable

By Kate Nichols

International superstar, songwriter and recent revenge-seeking heroine Taylor Swift has just added another title to her overly packed resume: godmother to a beautiful little boy named Leo Thames. Son of “Hart of Dixie” actress Jaime King and her director husband Kyle Newman, Leo was born July 16 and is already in great company.

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NEWS 7/29/15 12:49pm

An awkward interview for all

By Tatum Pederson

“Good Day Sacramento” hosts were not very pleased with Cara Delevingne’s responses to their interview questions regarding Cara’s new film, “Paper Towns.” The interview started with one of the hosts mispronouncing Cara’s name as Carla, which was just the beginning of one of the most cringe-worthy interviews we’ve seen in a while. After the first question was fired, Cara was ready to respond with a little zing. “I never read the book or the script, actually, I just kind of winged it,” Cara said, before complimenting author John Green. The team eventually had enough before one of the anchors asked if she was in a bad mood or if it was just them. “No, I think it’s just you,” a confused and laughing Cara responded. Before ending the interview, the “Good Day” host suggested the actress “take a little nap, or maybe get a Red Bull,” as Cara whispered under her breath, “Too far.” Holy awkward!

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NEWS 7/29/15 10:58am

Eyebrows sadly NOT on Fleek

By Kristina Lee

It is evident that in today’s world, bold and thick eyebrows are a definite in. Lily Collins, Cara Delevingne and Emma Watson have all made quite the statement with their “un-tamed” brows.

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SPORTS 7/28/15 11:21pm

Elon guard Elijah Bryant transfers to BYU

By Alex Simon

Elijah Bryant, a starting guard for the Elon University men's basketball team, announced Tuesday on his Instagram account that he has transferred to Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah. The reigning Colonial Athletic Association Rookie of the Year, who was granted his release from Elon earlier this month, also visited Butler University and the University of Miami before visiting BYU over the past weekend.

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SPORTS 7/28/15 10:36pm

Elon Transfer Elijah Bryant commits to BYU

By afeather

Former Elon basketball standout Elijah Bryant announced that he has committed to Brigham Young University through a post on his Instagram account.

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SPORTS 7/28/15 3:40pm

Skrosky preaches efficiency at CAA Media Day

By elonlocalnews

BALTIMORE, MD - For the second time in as many seasons, Elon football is projected to finish last in the Colonial Athletic Association as the league kicked off the 2015 season at M&T Bank Stadium. After finishing the 2014 campaign 1-11 (0-8 CAA) the Phoenix is optimistic about the upcoming season. On hand were Elon head coach Rich Skrosky, junior running back B.J.

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NEWS 7/28/15 11:12am

Ivana Trump stirs up political scandal for ex-husband Donald

By Kate Nichols

In the world of political warfare, there are few boundaries that will not be crossed. Just this morning, The Daily Beast proved this point with its grave allegations against current Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump. The post initially stated that Donald’s ex-wife, Ivana, accused the business tycoon of marital rape, but she has since set the record straight. “The story is totally without merit,” Ivana said.

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NEWS 7/27/15 7:52pm

The Boy Scouts now accept openly gay leaders (kind of)

By Amanda Garrity

According to The New York Times, the Boy Scouts of America voted in favor of a new policy that ends the ban on openly-gay den leaders, scoutmasters and camp counselors.

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NEWS 7/27/15 2:18pm

Netflix to edit video offerings in August

By Lauren Phillips

Leo fans, prepare yourselves. We’re sorry to have to say this, but “Titanic” is sailing away from Netflix. Beginning August 1st, Netflix will lose several programs, the most notable of which is the epic “Titanic.” But it’ll be okay, everyone.

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NEWS 7/27/15 12:22pm

This Starbucks cup is not the new 'The Dress'

By Lindsey Lanquist

Starbucks has become known for the creative names its baristas write on the drinks they give to customers.

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NEWS 7/27/15 9:41am

Seven songs to get you through this week (7/27)

By Lindsey Lanquist

Because, honestly, we need all the help we can get. (MONDAY) There are few things harder than waking up and heading to work Monday morning, but this Major Lazer banger will give you all the energy you need to get your day started. [embed]https://open.spotify.com/track/7r15j439zkGhA3KRksbwuv[/embed] (TUESDAY) Keep that beginning-of-the-week energy up with this trippy tune from Joywave and KOPPS. [embed]https://open.spotify.com/track/5mCprFWOqe0jB96v9RhLBo[/embed] (WEDNESDAY) Two things.

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