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Amazon Prime Video premiered Regina King and Kemp Power’s “One Night in Miami...” at the end of last year. The film has received positive responses from viewers and high ratings from critics.  The film has earned three awards to its title so far and many nominations are being projected for the future.

‘One Night in Miami’ is required viewing for 2021 

Gaby Jones, Culture Editor January 28, 2021

“One Night in Miami” is a fascinating dive into the minds and feelings of some of the most prominent historical Black figures in America. Released on Dec. 25, 2020, longtime actress, Regina King, makes...

Rodrigo’s “drivers license” breaks massive records and garners huge attention from the world. Rodrigo debuted at number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, as well as the Billboard Global 200.

Olivia Rodrigo’s record breaking debut: “drivers license” 

Gaby Jones, Culture Editor January 26, 2021

With the release of her debut single on Jan. 8, Olivia Rodrigo breaks records with her new song, “drivers license.” The song instantly received mass amounts praise from listeners, and quickly...

Students Share New Years Resolutions

Students Share New Years Resolutions

Lauren Azevedo, Social Media Manager January 22, 2021

Pop singer, Poppy, and artistic partner, Titanic Sinclair, were outed by Mars Argo for copying. Mars Argo released a statement after years of silence explaining that Poppy copied her persona on YouTube.

Mars Argo vs. Poppy

Julia Wolfe, Opinions Editor January 21, 2021

I remember seeing Poppy, the now famous pop singer, flash across my YouTube screen in 2016. I was immediately hooked, entranced by her bizarre and somewhat disturbing content: none of it had much rhyme...

Pablo, Tyrone, Uniqua, Tasha and Austin team up to journey to imaginary places in their backyard. The show The Backyardigans aired on Nickelodeon from 2004 to 2013.

Which Backyardigan are you?

Hyatt Criser, Staffer January 13, 2021

Have you ever wondered which character from your favorite childhood show you are most like? Well wonder no more, for you can simply take this quiz to discover which Backyardigans character you are.  Find...

As the 2021 award season approaches, viewership is expected to continue tanking. Here is a list of reasons why award shows have had an overall decline within the last few decades.

The Decline of Award Shows 

Gaby Jones, Culture Editor January 12, 2021

Back in November, the nominees were announced for the 63rd Annual Grammy Awards that are set to occur on Sunday, March 14. In the most recent years, the Grammys has been met with widespread disappointment...

Netflix releases, “Grand Army” and simultaneously attempts to convey the constant struggles of a diverse group of New York teens. The show quickly sparked conversations about activism within their young audience.

‘Grand Army’ fumbles to wholeheartedly express social issues

Gaby Jones, Culture Editor January 5, 2021

The new teen drama, “Grand Army” is centered around five kids from Brooklyn and the multitude of issues that the diverse group of students must tackle. These problems only to be made worse when...

Daily environmental impacts have become more progressive. This holiday season, learn about your carbon foot-print and way you can help the environment.

The Christmas Tree Debate  

Eve Murdick, Staffer December 18, 2020

Buying a Christmas tree with your family is one of many traditions in household around the world. This tradition brings up the debate of having a real or fake tree considering the recent rising of...

Step 9: Bake for 9-10 minutes, then let cool before eating.

Triple Chocolate Peppermint Cookies: A Recipe for the Perfect Holiday Treat

Rowan O'Flanagan, Staffer December 17, 2020

Whether you’re planning to gift them to your friends and family or to enjoy them all yourself, these quick and easy cookies are perfect for the holiday season.   What you’ll need (makes 15 cookies):  ...

 The holiday season is upon us, and girl in red’s new song, “two queens in a king size bed” embodies the Christmas spirit. The song was released on Wednesday, Nov. 18.

Song of the week: “two queens in a king sized bed”

Jessie Larrinaga, Managing Editor December 16, 2020

On November 18, girl in red dropped a new song called “two queens in a king sized bed.” The song embodies the spirit of Christmas while being an ode to a sweet holiday romance.   A light...

For the first six years of my life, warm scents of sauerkraut, potato, onion, beets and sausage filled every inch of my kitchen and drifted to every corner of my house Christmas night.

Presents and pierogis

Ava Nelson, Editor in Chief December 16, 2020

For the first six years of my life, warm scents of sauerkraut, potato, onion, beets and sausage filled every inch of my kitchen and drifted to every corner of my house Christmas night. While it has been...

With the release of “Plastic Hearts” Miley Cyrus explores new genres. On the night of its debut, “Plastic Hearts” unsurprisingly reached the number 1 position on the iTunes charts.

“Plastic Hearts” signifies Miley Cyrus’ rock capabilities 

Gaby Jones, Culture Editor December 14, 2020

In the last decade, Miley Cyrus has been a prominent figure within the entertainment industry, jumping from one genre to the next to develop a more mature sound and break away from her pre-established...

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