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The Maneater

The Student Newspaper of the University of Missouri

The Maneater

Movie review: ‘The Conjuring’

Tess Hart July 21, 2013

Being dragged to a terrifying movie by your friends is arguably one of the worst experiences many non-horror fans can attest to. And hey — it’s completely natural to not want to see something that...

Gov. Nixon signs gun safety bill into law

Joe Clougher July 19, 2013

“Stop. Don’t touch. Leave the area. Tell an adult.” It’s the mantra of Eddie Eagle, the safety mascot of the National Rifle Association. And starting next school year, the Eddie Eagle GunSafe...

Gov. Nixon allows abortion restriction to pass into law

Joe Clougher July 19, 2013

Gov. Jay Nixon last week refused to challenge legislation mandating that Missouri doctors providing drug-induced abortions need to be physically present for the initial dose. House Bill 400, only a paragraph...

Mr. Delivery helps restaurants deliver to homes in Columbia

Katherine Maxcy July 19, 2013

A new restaurant delivery service in Columbia allows people to enjoy meals at home from restaurants that don’t have their own delivery services. Customers can visit [Mr.Delivery.com](http://mrdelivery.com/)...

Missouri State Highway Patrol announces decline in fatalities

Claudia Guthrie July 19, 2013

The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 16 percent decrease in fatalities this year compared to 2012. “I am very pleased with the reduction of fatal traffic crashes in Missouri this year," MSHP...

MU engineers reinvent the toilet

Hannah Tinnin July 18, 2013

A team of MU engineers is part of a worldwide project to change sanitation methods for the greater good. In collaboration with colleagues from Duke University, MU researchers are working to create a more...

Community members hold vigil for teen's death

Community members hold vigil for teen’s death

Mara Somlo July 17, 2013

Neighbors filtered through the grass of McKee Park, joining hands once reaching the large crowd. They circled a mother standing beside a reverend, who called upon people to come forward if they have ever...

Debate shuts down student loan bill, interest rates now doubled 

Shannon Shaver July 17, 2013

United States Senate members voted down the Keep Student Loans Affordable Act of 2013 at last Wednesday’s vote, the final count being 49-51. Instead, federally subsidized student loan interest rates...

Album Review: Sara Bareilles’ ‘The Blessed Unrest'

Album Review: Sara Bareilles’ ‘The Blessed Unrest’

Madison Feller July 17, 2013

In an age filled with auto-tuned bubblegum pop tracks, there’s something to be said for a classic female singer-songwriter. Enter Sara Bareilles and her brand-new album, _The Blessed Unrest._ While...

Album Review: Matt Nathanson’s ‘Last of the Great Pretenders’

Album Review: Matt Nathanson’s ‘Last of the Great Pretenders’

Madison Feller July 17, 2013

No one likes math in the summertime. But just for a second, take Taylor Swift. Subtract the innocent doe eyes, red lipstick and springy curls. Add a leather jacket, a few curse words and a nose ring. Lastly,...

University, community members voice concerns about ‘Mizzou Renew’ project

Tess Hart July 17, 2013

Students, staff and community members gathered to discuss changes involved in the “Renew Mizzou” project at a forum July 17. The forum was held in Jesse Wrench Auditorium and hosted by the Faculty...

Pitchfork preview: part three

Pitchfork preview: part three

Ryan Berry July 16, 2013

Sunday, July 21, the third and concluding day of [Pitchfork Music Festival](http://pitchforkmusicfestival.com/) will feature some of the weekend’s biggest names (i.e. R. Kelly and M.I.A.), and much of...