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BurntXOrange

Online news & entertainment magazine at UT Austin

BurntXOrange

Online news & entertainment magazine at UT Austin

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What Would it Take to Legalize Marijuana in Texas?

October 23, 2017

For over a hundred years, marijuana has been demonized and dismissed by Texans. With more states reconsidering laws and stigmas about cannabis, is it possible for us to have a change of heart?

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Social Media, Empowerment, Plagiarism: Modern Poetry with Rupi Kaur

October 23, 2017

Rupi Kaur’s poetry reading on Oct. 13 was captivating to the packed out Space24Twenty, just as her Instagram account is for her 1.7 million followers.

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Through the Lens: Fest Africa

October 23, 2017

On Friday, Oct. 20 the University of Texas’ African Student Organization put on their annual cultural showcase in Fest Africa. The event featured music, spoken word and dance, all in traditional fashion.

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Solange Knowles: The Style of A Seat at the Table

October 20, 2017

It goes without saying that Solange has developed her style in the year since releasing “A Seat at the Table."

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Generational Gems: Five Albums Your Parents Were Right About

October 20, 2017

Between outdated jokes and pointed critiques about all your life choices, who knew your parents could share something worth listening to?

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Churro Co.: Turning Childhood Memories into a Local Food Truck

October 20, 2017

In a food truck just minutes from Lady Bird Lake, co-owners David Martinez and Leo Mendoza are paying homage to their Mexican roots.

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Tattoos on Friday the 13th

October 20, 2017

Last Friday the 13th brought spooky references, superstitions and consistent jokes about luck. However, this semblance of a holiday also meant business for tattoo shops throughout Austin.

Pepperbox Coffee: Deaf-Owned Business is the New Sheriff in Town

October 19, 2017

For many non-native English speakers, hand gestures facilitate communication. For Nick Buchanan, co-owner of Pepperbox Coffee, his hands speak his mother tongue: American Sign Language.

Sneaker Style Guide: The Drag

October 19, 2017

From JuiceLand to the University Co-op, The Drag is home to many iconic staples for students at the University of Texas at Austin, and has been infamous for its grungy appeal. Down-to-earth, low-key street style reigns supreme against the bustling background noise of buses, cyclists and students. When running to class on this busy road, a sturdy but stylish pair of sneakers is essential.

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Top 2017 ACL Trends

October 18, 2017

Austin City Limits Music Festival is a time to celebrate friendship, music and signature style. This year was no different.

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Craziest Food from the Texas State Fair

October 18, 2017

In the spirit of Red River Showdown, here is a list of some of the craziest foods offered at the Texas State Fair in Dallas.

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ACL 2017 Comes to a Close

October 17, 2017

This year’s Austin City Limits marked another successful year for the music festival.