Is the Spotlight Shone on the Right People?
Kianna Koeppen, Diversity Editor
May 3, 2019
When you think of a musical, play, movie, television show, or some form of visual entertainment that tells a form of a story, what roles do you think of? The lead actor with a crisp jaw line, handsome complexion, and stunning talent? The gorgeous actress whose stunning beauty matches their talent? The brilliant director who managed to pull it all together in incredible accuracy?
Beyoncé’s “Homecoming”: The Beauty of Black Culture, Education, and Motherhood
Taila Lee, Co-Editor-in-Chief, Health/Lifestyle/Tech Editor
April 24, 2019
Two hours and 17 minutes of Beyoncé. What more could the world want?Netflix released Homecoming: A film by Beyoncé on April 17, 2019. This documentary detailed renowned pop singer Beyoncé’s phenomenal concert at the Coachella Valley Arts and Music Festival in April 2018. Reported as a deal worth about $60 million, Homecoming is one of Beyoncé’s three upcoming projects with Netflix.
Why Being Polite Isn’t Always a Good Thing
Taila Lee and Chloe Postlewaite
April 14, 2019
We’re 16-year-old teenage girls, so naturally, we were at our local Starbucks, working on a school project. We were having a conversation when a 20-something-year-old man approached us and asked if we had Uber.
Khalid Unites His Music With Cinema in “Free Spirit”
Taila Lee, Co-Editor-in-Chief, Health/Lifestyle/Tech Editor
April 4, 2019
When I first heard Khalid was making a short film based on his new album, I was instantly intrigued. One night only. In theaters. A fan event.
Billie Eilish Stuns With a Haunting Debut Album
Taila Lee, Co-Editor-in-Chief, Health/Lifestyle/Tech Editor
April 1, 2019
Billie Eilish, a bold, blue-haired 17-year-old from Los Angeles, released her debut album WHEN WE FALL ASLEEP, WHERE DO WE GO? on March 29, 2019, quickly obtaining the top five spots on the U.S. Spotify charts.
Inequality in Accessing Higher Education
Leila Taherian, Local News Editor
March 21, 2019
The wealthy upper class has a stark advantage over the majority of college applicants, even if they don’t commit fraud to get admitted.
What is Normal?
Kianna Koeppen, Diversity Editor
March 19, 2019
The main goal of a teenager is to fit in, not to stand out. To appear "normal" to the people around you. Yet the point of high school is for teenagers to figure out who they are before going to college, and one common piece of advice about how to do this is to stay true to yourself. So, why is it that a majority of high schoolers are changing who they are to fit in? If everyone is desperately trying to meet the expectation of normal, then wouldn’t that mean that everyone’s definition of normal would be the same?
Protecting the Women in Our Community
Mercedes Mikhailov, Staff Writer
March 15, 2019
Women in these smaller communities feel like they need to constantly be on high alert, especially of their surroundings, because of how much women feel like targets.
High School Athletes Speak About Playing at the Next Level
Joseph King, Staff Writer
March 15, 2019
Six percent of high school Athletes get to play their sport competitively in college. Today, we’ll focus on the lives of a few high school athletes that are taking time to speak about playing at the next level.
Equality Between Men and Women
Breanna Broussard, Staff Writer
March 15, 2019
Many people around the nation believe men and women are equal. However, it seems as though we live in a society that sets up a system where women and men aren’t treated equally. A system where men always seem to come out on top. Today, we will be learning the perspectives of three different people on the topic of women's treatment in society.
Though President Trump reversed his decision to host the G7 summit at his Doral resort, he defended his selection on Monday, dismissing what he called the “phony emoluments clause” of the Constitution https://nyti.ms/2Jc2atI
everything you need to know about the impeachment inquiry — all in one place. ⬇️
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Abortion has been decriminalised in Northern Ireland after a landmark law change came into force at midnight. The legal reforms voted in at Westminster have also paved the way for the introduction of same-sex marriages https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/17983943.law-change-decriminalising-abortion-northern-ireland-comes-effect/
Sam Brook, Chloe Postlewaite, and Taila Lee
Even on rainy days, the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute in Washington D.C. provides educational insight for everyone from youth to adults.
November 25, 2019 • Comments Off on Conservation and Conversations: The Smithsonian’s National Zoo
Review: “Magdalene” by FKA Twigs
November 14, 2019
National Period Day Raises Awareness For Period Poverty
November 6, 2019