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Brockhamptons “The Family” offers listeners insight on the groups journey through unexpected fame and the downfalls of controversy and inner-band conflict.

[Photo] REVIEW: Brockhampton’s ‘The Family’ delivers one last bittersweet album for listeners

November 26, 2022
Christmas With You delivers an underdeveloped plot and poor on-screen chemistry for viewers.

[Photo] REVIEW:”Christmas With You” fails to produce a feel-good film for holiday viewers

November 21, 2022
Louis Tomlinsons songs experiment with an indie and punk genre, offering listeners a new side of him.

[Photo] REVIEW: Louis Tomlinson’s ‘Faith in the Future’ unveils a story of heartbreak

November 16, 2022
Swifts highly anticipated album reflects her wide range of musical ability through meaningful lyrics.

[Photo] REVIEW: Nights like these are not the same with Taylor Swift’s ‘Midnights’

October 26, 2022
The albums lyricism expresses a romantic and nostalgic energy for listeners.

[Photo] REVIEW: Red Hot Chili Peppers’ ‘Return of the Dream Canteen’ brings an energetic vibe

October 19, 2022
James Baldwins classic novel, Go Tell It on the Mountain, explores themes of race, religion and familial values.

[Photo] Panou’s Paper Panel: ‘Go Tell It on the Mountain’

September 15, 2022
Late American neurosurgeon Paul Kalanithis memoir, When Breath Becomes Air, confronts the realities of mortality.

[Photo] REVIEW: ‘When Breath Becomes Air’ explores the meaning of life and death

May 25, 2022
BoyWithUkes 11-track album reflects on moments of heartbreak.

[Photo] REVIEW: BoyWithUke’s ‘Serotonin Dreams’ captures listeners with its catchy heartbreak songs

May 10, 2022
Despite current world events, this single is sure to bring a sense of light through its lyricism.

[Photo] REVIEW: Chloe Moriondo’s single ‘Sammy’ brings light to listeners today

March 12, 2022
Mikhail Yurevich Lermontovs classic, A Hero of Our Time, is widely recognized in the literary world.

[Photo] Panou’s Paper Panel: The summation of Lermontov’s work

March 7, 2022
The albums lyricism evokes a hopeful feeling, bringing optimism to the start of 2022.

[Photo] REVIEW: The Lumineers’ ‘BRIGHTSIDE’ offers feelings of optimism and hope

January 19, 2022
Numerous tracks on the album bring thought-provoking lyrics and themes.

[Photo] REVIEW: The Weeknd’s ‘Dawn FM’ kicks off 2022 with a refreshing tone

January 12, 2022
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[Photo] From boba to pastries, one reporter shares the top food locations to visit in San Francisco

December 15, 2021
Swifts 10-track album conveys raw and authentic lyrics.

[Photo] REVIEW: From love to nostalgia, Taylor Swift’s ‘Red (Taylor’s Version)’ expresses a multitude of emotions

November 18, 2021
Bruno Mars and Anderson Paaks lyricism and tunes complete the album.

[Photo] REVIEW: Silk Sonic’s ‘An Evening With Silk Sonic’ provides the perfect combination of emotions

November 15, 2021
The 20-track album serves as a therapy session for listeners with its powerful vocals and relatable lyrics.

[Photo] REVIEW: Summer Walker’s ‘Still Over It’ describes a healing journey from heartbreak

November 8, 2021
Drakes album offers listeners a unique side to him that many have not seen before.

[Photo] REVIEW: Drake’s ‘Certified Lover Boy’ reels listeners in with wide range of creativity and distinctiveness

September 8, 2021
The Off-Season consisted of 12 songs and is 39 minutes long.

[Photo] REVIEW: J. Cole’s ‘The Off-Season’ offers phenomenal lyrics and does not disappoint listeners

May 19, 2021
The Cousins, written by Karen M. McManus, was a boring addition to her already lackluster selection of books.

[Photo] REVIEW: ‘The Cousins’ is an underwhelming read which failed to provide readers with a proper plot

May 6, 2021
While the book had a mysterious taste to it, readers have to work to stay intrigued.

[Photo] REVIEW: ‘The Things She’s Seen’ requires readers to work to turn the page

May 5, 2021
Dota: Dragons Blood displayed excellent voice actors, such as Yuri Lowenthal and Troy Baker.

[Photo] REVIEW: New Netflix animated show “Dota: Dragon’s Blood” brings exciting and enjoyable aspects alongside minimal flaws

March 31, 2021
A shot of the ground taken by Perseverance can be seen.

[Photo] SCHS community shares their thoughts and expectations after the Mars landing of the Perseverance Rover

March 9, 2021
Scary Hours 2 consists of three tracks and is 13 minutes long.

[Photo] REVIEW: Drake’s EP ‘Scary Hours 2’ delivers three exceptional tracks with noteworthy lyrics and features

March 6, 2021
The new season of Disenchantment also further combatted modern issues and showed inclusivity through character development and set-lists.

[Photo] REVIEW: Season 3 of hit Netflix show “Disenchantment” delivered intriguing storylines, witty humor, diversity, and more

January 20, 2021
“Scott Pilgrim vs. The World: The Game – Complete Edition” is sure to satisfy anyone who plays.

[Photo] REVIEW: The re-release of “Scott Pilgrim vs. The World: The Game – Complete Edition” is enjoyable and entertaining in all aspects

January 20, 2021
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[Photo] 10 events from 2020 that prove this year wasn’t all bad, according to one reporter

December 31, 2020
Actress Viola Davis plays the Mother of Blues.

[Photo] REVIEW: Netflix film ‘Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom’ is a powerful retelling of history

December 19, 2020
Zucker released the 15-track record on Friday, Apr. 17.

[Photo] REVIEW: Jeremy Zucker’s debut album ‘love is not dying’ is an exciting advancement in his music career

April 20, 2020
“The New Abnormal” is the band’s sixth studio album.

[Photo] REVIEW: ‘The New Abnormal’ is a familiar yet mature sound for The Strokes

April 14, 2020
“Tiger King” star Joe Exotic poses with a tiger.

[Photo] REVIEW: Netflix Original Series ‘Tiger King: Murder, Mayhem and Madness’ is a wild journey full of tigers, twisting plot lines and unforgettable people

April 9, 2020
The Oscars awards show has faced countless controversies in the past.

[Photo] OPINION: The Academy Awards lack genuine activism

February 17, 2020
The film was released in America on Friday, Jan. 17.

[Photo] REVIEW: ‘Weathering With You’ is a fresh film in an otherwise American industry

January 21, 2020
The rise of fascism in Europe had a great influence on certain groups in the United States.

[Photo] The Roar-ing 1920s: Trends and culture to revive and reject in the 2020s

December 30, 2019
The film features many popular actors to appeal to the 21st century audience.

[Photo] REVIEW: ‘Little Women’ teaches its audience to understand the true meaning of happiness and love

December 29, 2019
The film was visually appealing.

[Photo] REVIEW: ‘Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker’ closes out the saga with a satisfying plot and pleasing visuals

December 22, 2019
Some feel that the “DyKnow” program infringes on student privacy.

[Photo] District-wide decision introduces ‘DyKnow,’ a new Chromebook monitoring program

December 18, 2019
The film is mature and stunning in its visuals.

[Photo] REVIEW: ‘Frozen 2’ grows with its audience, introducing philosophical themes about learning from the past

November 23, 2019
Erivos acting develops the film in an emotional way.

[Photo] REVIEW: New film ‘Harriet’ relays history in a captivating and inspiring way

November 3, 2019
Will Smiths CGI clone brings a special feel to his character.

[Photo] REVIEW: ‘Gemini Man’ offers a blend of action and thriller with stunning visuals

October 14, 2019
The album features a multitude of artists and a range of musical styles.

[Photo] REVIEW: ‘Head in the Clouds II’ tells a cohesive and moving story through musical variety

October 12, 2019
The app plans to add a multiplayer option to enhance game play.

[Photo] Mario Kart Tour takes high school students by storm offering easy, nostalgic game play

October 2, 2019
The film offers cute characters and impressive animation.

[Photo] REVIEW: ‘Abominable’ makes up for its generic plotline with stunning sights and adorable characters

September 28, 2019
Malones most recent album is more emotional and authentic than his past discography.

[Photo] REVIEW: Post Malone’s ‘Hollywood’s Bleeding’ gives listeners a chance to see the rapper’s authentic feelings

September 9, 2019
The cover art of Lover reflects the new sound of Swifts album.

[Photo] REVIEW: Old Taylor CAN come to the phone right now. Why? Because ‘Lover’ is here

August 26, 2019
All actors performances shone equally.

[Photo] REVIEW: Disney’s ‘Aladdin’ remake leaves audiences ‘speechless’ with its unique twists

May 26, 2019
The film combines comedy and emotion to evoke many feelings from viewers.

[Photo] REVIEW: ‘A Dog’s Journey’ takes audiences on an beautiful and emotional story of man’s best friend

May 20, 2019
The highly-anticipated sequel was released exactly a year from the previous film, Infinity War.

[Photo] REVIEW: “Avengers: Endgame” takes viewers on an emotional rollercoaster

April 28, 2019
This is the groups first album of 2019.

[Photo] REVIEW: BTS shows fans love with “Map of the Soul: Persona”

April 13, 2019
The single was accompanied by a nostalgia-filled music video.

[Photo] REVIEW: The Jonas Brothers are making a “Cool” comeback

April 9, 2019
Zachary Levi stars as the charming and relatable hero.

[Photo] REVIEW: ‘Shazam!’ brings a comedic and heartwarming twist to classic superhero films

April 7, 2019
The new film is a repetitive letdown.

[Photo] REVIEW: While ‘Dumbo’ may be weightless, the 2019 remake leaves audiences waiting for more

March 29, 2019
Logic is now an author and artist, at age 29.

[Photo] REVIEW: Logic’s ‘Supermarket,’ accompanies his debut novel of the same name, and is worth a listen

March 27, 2019
Larsons depiciton of Danvers provides a positive to the otherwise bland film.

[Photo] REVIEW: ‘Captain Marvel’ arrives with unsatisfactory results

March 9, 2019
Social Emotional Learning targets aspects of students well-being.

[Photo] SEL survey to be postponed due to system failures

March 6, 2019
Grande exposes her true self in ‘thank u, next.’

[Photo] REVIEW: Ariana Grande’s new album ‘thank u, next’ is unlike anything seen from her before

February 9, 2019
Banerjees character constantly overpowers Staines.

[Photo] REVIEW: ‘The Least of These’ is a major letdown, failing to commemorate the life of Graham Staines

February 2, 2019
The singles cover emulates the creepy vibe of the song.

[Photo] REVIEW: Billie Eilish’s ‘bury a friend’ is a terrifying tribute to her haters

January 31, 2019
Grande sings about shopping, her new coping mechanism.

[Photo] REVIEW: Ariana Grande’s new single ‘7 Rings’ makes listeners feel rich, in both money and happiness

January 18, 2019
The film severely failed at combining themes of tenderness with brutal visuals.

[Photo] REVIEW: ‘Mowgli: Legend of the Jungle’ lacks the bare necessities to live up to its predecessors

December 10, 2018
The sequel excites and entices Harry Potter fans.

[Photo] REVIEW: ‘Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald’ is a magically entertaining sequel

November 20, 2018
Smiths mix-tape falls short of expectations.

[Photo] REVIEW: Jaden Smith’s ‘The Sunset Tapes: A Cool Tape Story’ is too unusual for most

November 19, 2018
The haziness of the album cover mimics the sound of the tracks.

[Photo] REVIEW: Conan Gray’s debut album ‘Sunset Season’ conveys the monotony of adolescence

November 17, 2018
Many BTS fans were satisfied with the highly anticipated film.

[Photo] REVIEW: South Korean boy band, BTS, satisfies fans with new documentary ‘Burn the Stage: The Movie’

November 16, 2018
The members of the group debut their new EP.

[Photo] REVIEW: K-Pop group TWICE delivers an undeniable cheerfulness and youthfulness in their newest EP ‘Yes or Yes’

November 9, 2018
Grande dropped the single last Saturday, leaving fans speechless.

[Photo] REVIEW: Ariana Grande is grateful for her exes in her new single ‘thank u, next’

November 5, 2018
The film stars Rami Malek as Freddie Mercury.

[Photo] REVIEW: Bohemian Tragedy: New film chronicling Queen’s rise to fame does not live up to expectations

November 3, 2018
The film was based off a novel of the same name.

[Photo] REVIEW: ‘The Hate U Give’ is a powerful, must-watch film

October 24, 2018
The film gives off the perfect feel for Halloween.

[Photo] REVIEW: ‘Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween’ brings spookiness to life, but fails to impress audiences

October 18, 2018
The thriller was met with great audience reviews.

[Photo] REVIEW: ‘Venom’ blows audiences away with its horrifying humor

October 9, 2018
Sivans soul sings in Bloom.

[Photo] REVIEW: Troye Sivan’s ‘Bloom’ has made its way into the hearts of many teens

September 3, 2018
The Last Sharknado dives into its grave with its poor attempt at comedy.

[Photo] REVIEW: Sharknado film franchise flops to the finish in its last installment

August 24, 2018
Ariana Grande enters her sweet era while taking a new direction in her music.

[Photo] REVIEW: Ariana Grande proves that everybody needs a little bit of ‘Sweetener’ in their life with her new album

August 20, 2018
The Crazy Rich Asians movie poster features main characters Rachel and Nick.

[Photo] REVIEW: ‘Crazy Rich Asians’ is not only a popular, inclusive rom-com, but a step in the right direction for Hollywood

August 18, 2018
Season 2 of the hit show tackles large, controversial issues.

[Photo] REVIEW: Season 2 of ‘Thirteen Reasons Why’ attempts to reverse the mistakes made in the first season

May 22, 2018
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[Photo] REVIEW: Arctic Monkey’s new album “Tranquility Base Hotel and Casino” tells the truth in a variety of styles

May 13, 2018
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[Photo] REVIEW: Jeremy Zucker’s new EP, “glisten” portrays his struggles through poetic songs

May 7, 2018
The worlds of Marvel and DC are often debated and fought over.

[Photo] OPINION: Marvel’s strong-going decade has pushed the DC Universe out of the spotlight

May 1, 2018
Malone releases his second studio album.

[Photo] REVIEW: Post Malone’s ‘Beerbongs and Bentleys’ has good beats and braggy lyrics

April 28, 2018
Infinity War brings the appearance of many Marvel characters.

[Photo] REVIEW: ‘Avengers: Infinity War’ leaves audiences questioning everything

April 28, 2018
Grande releases an upbeat, carefree anthem.

[Photo] REVIEW: Ariana Grande’s new single ‘No Tears Left to Cry’ is an uplifting bop

April 21, 2018
The singer shows off her true self in the new album.

[Photo] REVIEW: Rapper Cardi B shows off her soft side in new album ‘Invasion of Privacy’

April 9, 2018
An old feel is given to the album cover, with a very 80s techno graphic.

[Photo] REVIEW: Elton John and Bernie Taupin’s music comes back to life with new collaborative album: ‘Revamp’

April 9, 2018
Spielberg comes out with another amazing film.

[Photo] REVIEW: “Ready Player One” is a magical yet repetitive film

April 3, 2018
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