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Grande sings her way to recovery with new single

Grande sings her way to recovery with new single

Emily Jackson, Copy Editor November 9, 2018

On Nov. 3, Ariana Grande shocked the world with her new single about self-love, “thank u, next.” The catchy song addresses issues with her previous relationships and centers on the idea that she is...

The cast of Urinetown poses during press release (Photo courtesy by Lauren Grobman)

Urinetown set to make a splash

Emma Johnson and Isaac Lamoreaux, Reporter November 9, 2018

Hearing that a town has to pay to pee may not be the most appealing theme, but if you’re looking for a change of pace from your typical musical, then urine luck! The fall musical Urinetown, premiering...

Halloween movie frighteningly disappoints

Halloween movie frighteningly disappoints

Nicky Varela, Reporter November 7, 2018

As the year grows closer to Halloween, horror movies fill up the theaters as fans of the genre bask in the scares associated with the holiday. This year, a sequel to the cult classic film Halloween hit...

(photo via 20th Century Fox)

Bohemian Rhapsody is music to fans ears

Emma Johnson and AnnaGrace Hopkins November 7, 2018

It’s hard to imagine something that can live up to the expectations of a great performer like Freddie Mercury. His unprecedented style, vocal range, and musicality make him one of the most unique musicians...

Beautiful Boy shines light on ugly reality

“Beautiful Boy” shines light on ugly reality

Alex Mandanas, Managing Editor November 7, 2018

“Close your eyes, have no fear. The monster’s gone, he’s on the run and your daddy’s here. Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful, beautiful boy.” Those are lyrics from “Beautiful Boy” by John...

Students anticipate Call of Duty Black Ops 4

Students anticipate Call of Duty Black Ops 4

Brandon Sauter, Reporter October 30, 2018

On Oct. 12 the long awaited fourth series of the Call of Duty (COD) franchise dropped. The beloved Black Ops series has been loved since it was first released in 2010. Call of Duty has received flak...

The best motion picture of the year is born

The best motion picture of the year is born

Carla Ballard, A&E Editor October 29, 2018

Directed by Bradley Cooper himself, A Star is Born is simply one of the most excellent, hard hitting filled films I have ever seen. This movie was bound to be so good even before it came out, and not just...

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Shadow of the Tomb Raider bursts onto the scene

Matthew Abbott, Reporter October 18, 2018

The new game “Shadow of the Tomb Raider” has recently been released and has been met with a plethora of good reviews from a multitude of gaming websites, such as IGN and Metacritic. The game’s cover...

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Venom: The tale of two movies

Sabrina Vazquez, Features Editor October 16, 2018

There was a lot of buzz surrounding Venom, as trailers showed a promising interpretation of the Marvel comic book character. After a disappointing adaptation in 2007's Spider-Man 3, fans were filled with...

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Travis Scott’s Astroworld vs. Trippie Redd’s Life a Trip

Elizabeth Humphreys, Reporter October 15, 2018

Two rap albums, Astroworld and Life’s a Trip, were released in early August. Astroworld by Travis Scott debuted on Aug. 3 and was followed by Trippie Redd’s Life’s a Trip on Aug. 10. Immediately,...

Constance Wu and Henry Golding shine as star-crossed lovers in the new romantic comedy (photo from Center for Asian American Media)

“Crazy Rich Asians” is crazy amazing

Alex Mandanas, Managing Editor September 4, 2018

Crazy Rich Asians now is the most successful studio-released romantic comedy of the last nine years and it's pretty obvious why. The punchy, dazzling film has been rightfully celebrated for both its wonderful...

Whats a Gap Year?

Whats a Gap Year?

June 13, 2018

Most northern VA students feel a pressure to continue their education at a four year institution immediately following graduation. But some students decide that they need an experience that expands beyond...

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