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Keeping up with the cornrows

What do you get when two teenage starlets butt heads over a hairstyle? A corn-troversy. As if it isn’t hard enough to “keep up” with this family — the youngest Kardashian-Jenner sister, Kylie Jenner, has managed to cause quite the squabble in Hollywood with her newest hairstyle: cornrows. Speculated to have a cumulative net worth of more than $150 million from various clothing lines, television shows and the sex tape that started it all, the members of the Kardashian-Jenner family have undoubtedly made themselves household names.

One Direction expected to take a break: too soon or just in time?

One Direction fans have not had a second to breathe in the last few months. From Zayn's dramatic departure to the recent news that Louis is going to be shopping for diapers in the near future, Directioners need a break.

Instagram doesn't want you to say #curvy

When you open up Instagram, head to the magnifying glass tab and search “curvy.” Don’t be surprised when you don’t see an option.

Week in review: 7/13-7/19

All the news you need to know from last week: Louis Tomlinson is going to be a dad — well, allegedly. The One Direction member has yet to personally confirm the news, but sources close to the star have said he will be having a child with stylist Briana Jungwirth.

Kernodle Center reports increase in service at Elon

The Kernodle Center for Service Learning and Community Engagement released new statistics on service at Elon University, with increases in student participation and completed service hours. Over 3,000 student volunteers completed 128,869 hours of service during the 2014-2015 academic year.

Step away from the Hot Pockets

Are you about to eat a lot of food? Have these snacks on hand next time you want to indulge in some recreational eating.

In case you need a reason to drink

If weekly happy hours aren't enough for you, fear not -- there are plenty of summer events to celebrate.

Seven songs to get you through this week (7/13)

Because honestly, we need all the help we can get. (Note: We thought there would be no better way to celebrate Years & Years' new album Communion than to do an entirely Communion-themed "Seven songs." Enjoy.) (MONDAY) Ease into your week with "Real," the second track off Years & Years' new album Communion. It's fast-paced enough to get your week going, but the intro builds gradually enough that you won't feel terrified when you wake up Monday morning. [embed]https://open.spotify.com/track/1I3ys1zfnfW4c0GfhKxIuu[/embed] (TUESDAY) "Ties" is exactly the tune your Tuesday needs.

Wine and junk food pairings: Elon edition

Last week, Elle posted an article on their site that listed their favorite pairings of wine and junk food.

Song of the Week: Can’t Feel My Face

Just released last month, The Weeknd’s Billboard top single “Can’t Feel My Face” is skyrocketing on the charts, and for good reason.

Baseball assistant leaves, CAA commissioner to retire: Elon athletics notebook

One third of the trio is gone. Elon University associate head baseball coach Greg Starbuck has taken a position as a volunteer assistant at Clemson University, new Tigers coach Monte Lee announced Tuesday. Starbuck, 51, spent the last 17 years at Elon as the recruiting coordinator and batting and baserunning instructor. At Clemson, he'll work with hitters, infielders and catchers. The move breaks up one of the longest-tenured coaching staffs in all of Division I baseball.

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European grocery coming to Alamance

Alamance County will be the home to one of the best-known grocery stores in Europe, bringing an estimated 200 new jobs to the area. Governor Pat McCrory, North Carolina Commerce Secretary John E.

Lily Pulitzer wants you to make your selfies as cute as your sundress

The word “preppy” no longer has to be limited to your style of clothing. Now, you can preppy-fy your selfies thanks to Lily Pulitzer’s new geofilter. The recent Target-partnered company has now taken on another partnership, teaming up with Snapchat to create their own geofilters.

Two dead just outside Elon

Police found a man and a woman dead inside their home on Walker Rd. in an apparent murder-suicide, Thursday afternoon July 2. According to Alamance County Sheriff, Terry Johnson, both victims, a husband and his wife, were found with gunshot wounds.

Promotions within the Office of the President

President Leo Lambert promoted Steven House from provost to executive vice president and provost. House's predecessor was Gerald Francis who was the university provost emeritus and executive vice president before retiring in June. "When the announcement was made I was extremely delighted and proud.

‘True Detective’ brings together true love

Chrissy Tiegen takes on Instagram censorship with topless photo

Chrissy Tiegen turned a topless photo of herself into art — in three different media, might we add — and the reason why may surprise you. The model uploaded a topless photo of herself from a recent shoot withW Magazine to Instagram on Monday, only to find it was taken down almost immediately.

Erik Dobell - 2015-06-30 11:51:31

Hello, My name is Erik and I'm part of the two man magic and mindreading show Impossibilities.