Oregon Daily Emerald

High places on the horizon

by Thom Brekke

The silhouettes of the massive structures found in major cities around the globe have a certain mystique. From the shape of the Chrysler Building in New York to the Transamerica Pyramid in San Francisco, these city skylines are a central element to the outsider's perspective of place, and a signal to natives that they've returned home.

Essentials to hold benefit concert for local infant

by Tiffany Reagan

Consider planning your weekend around 10 musicians, one little girl and a pizza place. The Essentials, a band of University students and graduates, will be playing a benefit show for 1-year-old Isabelle Costa at Cozmic Pizza on Friday. The Essentials Benefit Sow for Isabelle Costa When: Friday, Jan.

In memory of Heath Ledger: the greatest actor of our generation

In My Opinion | The hips in hipster

by Tiffany Reagan

Heath Ledger is dead. I have never been more shocked by the death of a celebrity in my life. Ledger, known best for his portrayal of a gay cowboy, was just 28 years old when he died of a possible drug overdose Tuesday. There has been much speculation over Ledger's death, whether it was an accident or a suicide, but one thing I know is true: Ledger was one of the greatest actors our generation will ever see.

Mysterious 'Cloverfield' thrills, leaves theater-goers guessing

Movie Review

by Andrew Hickey | Freelance Reporter

In July, when the first trailer was screened in front of "Transformers," curiosity arose about the latest project connected to J.J. Abrams ("Lost" and "Alias"). Cloverfield What: An intense monster movie that manages to breathe fresh air into the genre Directed by: Matt Reeves Starring: Jessica Lucas, Lizzy Caplan, T.

Krump Kings meld faith with dance

by Kevin Glenn | Freelance Reporter

"Shine the light of God in the darkness," said the pastor. This may seem like an odd thing to hear at a dance performance, but it was the running theme of the Krump Kings show at the University on Saturday night. The audience watched a good amount of dancing, albeit with Christian undertones woven throughout.