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PHS News

 Bea Laus, alternative singer who grew exponentially on TikTok, just released her debut album. Her skills as an artist are refining, and this album is her best work yet.

‘Fake It Flowers’ fills hearts with nostalgia

Julia Wolfe, Opinions Editor November 4, 2020

Beatrice Laus, also known as “Beabadoobee,” released her debut album “Fake It Flowers” on Oct. 16. Her career has been incredible to watch, accumulating 17 million monthly listeners at just 20...

Halloween Costumes From 2020 Culture

Halloween Costumes From 2020 Culture

Eve Murdick, Staffer October 30, 2020

Looking for unique costumes from 2020 culture? Then never fear, this list will help you as Halloween nears. Whether you’re aggressively digging through the depths of Amazon, the Dark Web (the second...

Ever since the 900’s, Halloween has been a holiday filled with superstitions and linked to death. Since then, it has developed a rich history and developed into a wonderful day of self-expression and carved out pumpkins.

Halloween: A History

Julia Wolfe, Opinions Editor October 29, 2020

We know Halloween as a celebration to carve pumpkins, give out yummy treats, and dress up as our favorite pop culture characters. In reality, the annual charade of gorging on candy was not the original...

Netflix original movie follows the life of Enola Holmes on a search for her mother. The new mystery quickly claimed a spot on the Netflix Top 10 within the first few days of its release.

The new Holmes solves a case of her own

Gaby Jones, Culture Editor October 22, 2020

New Netflix original movie, “Enola Holmes,” was released on Sept. 23, and within its first week it quickly became a major success for the streaming platform and was found to be enjoyable...

Netflix is known for pumping out hours of content and creating new originals quite frequently, so cuts to shows with lower ratings or less viewership happen annually.

Netflix cancels many original series

Gaby Jones, Culture Editor September 22, 2020

Multiple shows have recently been cancelled by the popular streaming service, Netflix. The startup dates for filming secondary seasons of these shows were unbeknownst to the viewers and many seemed to...

Salena & Sam's Cooking Show: Avocado Toast and Whipped Coffee

Salena & Sam’s Cooking Show: Avocado Toast and Whipped Coffee

Salena Kahassai and Samantha Macuare September 21, 2020

Salena and Sam's Cooking Show will be going around the world and diving into different cultures. Our first episode is on avocado toast and whipped coffee, two trendy foods at the moment.

Every theme park in the Tampa and Orlando areas have reopened after being closed due to the Coronavirus. Although the amount of cases has risen, so have stakes for the parks.

Theme Parks Reopening in Tampa and Orlando

Eve Murdick, Staffer September 18, 2020

Every theme park in the Tampa and Orlando areas have reopened after being closed due to the Coronavirus. Although the amount of cases has risen, so have stakes for the parks. The stakes are at large...

The direction that horror and suspense directors are taking film poses important ethical dilemmas, and how it's received by fans can only be seen as disturbing.

The Blurred Lines of Artistic Expression and Violence

Julia Wolfe, Opinions Editor September 17, 2020

Many friends of mine love the thrill of a good suspenseful show. They relish the feeling of anxiety and unease, wondering, “What will happen next?” I decided I would dive into the world of suspense...

During quarantine, people should take advantage of the opportunity to try out new looks. People have posted videos on social media of themselves cutting and dying their hair. Coronavirus has offered an opportunity to try new things without the pressure of seeing all your peers the next day.

Grab those scissors and get to work

Jessie Larrinaga, Social Media Manager May 28, 2020

Recently on social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok, people have been uploading videos of themselves dying and cutting their hair, trying out new makeup looks, and changing up their clothing styles...

The new Bachelor show “Listen to Your Heart” focuses on single men and women that have a passion for music and are seeking love. The show premiered Monday, Apr. 13.

Listen to your heart

Hartley Hill, Copy Editor May 4, 2020

The new Bachelor show, “Listen to Your Heart,” premiered Monday, Apr. 13, giving all Bachelor fans two hours of excitement and solace in the middle of this quarantine. The show features 20 single men...

Staffer comments on newly released show on Netflix titled 'Outer Banks'

Your new favorite Netflix binge

Hartley Hill, Copy Editor May 4, 2020

The new Netflix original series, “Outer Banks” came out Apr. 15 and has quickly climbed to the No. 2 show on Netflix and my top five favorite TV shows.  This show is the perfect new show to binge...

When stuck inside with nothing to do, leaning to knit with a cup of tea is the perfect way to stay warm and cozy. Students have found multiple YouTube knitting tutorials that teach simple projects like a scarf or a blanket to any beginner.

Quarantine boredom busters

Audrey Taylor, Staffer April 30, 2020

While self-quarantining, it can be a challenge to find activities to fill the time. Making art or doing different crafts is a great way to spend time and be creative.  Painting-  Even if someone...

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