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The Highlander

This is the official cover for the 20-part docuseries which airs two new episodes every Monday at 8 PM ET.  The show premiered May 25, 2026 on Memorial Day and offers a comprehensive guide to WWII in collaboration with the HISTORY Channel and the National WWII Museum.

Tom Hanks brings WWII to life again

Brianna Hierlmeier, Reporter June 16, 2026

From Saving Private Ryan to Band of Brothers, Tom Hanks has long defined World War II cinema through both acting and producing historically accurate movies and TV shows. His contributions have brought...

Passenger hit theaters on May 22 as a new thriller before the summer. The movie poster displays the central message haunting the characters, "Don't ever stop."

A highway of horror

Catherine Cody, Reporter June 11, 2026

Huge life changes, such as leaving everything behind and taking on the roads in an RV, are scary because of the unknown answers and possibilities. No one would expect this nerve-wracking journey to become...

Tatte Bakery & Cafe had a variety pastry and baked goods in addition to filling meals. In addition, the menu consisted of an elaborate list of summer refreshing drinks and coffees.

Tatte Bakery & Cafe comes to Falls Church

Neel Sethi, Reporter June 8, 2026

Since its founding in 2007, Tatte Bakery & Cafe has evolved from an ordinary farmers market stall to one of the most renowned bakery-cafes in the Northeastern United States. Tatte expanded into the...

The Devil Wears Prada 2 released in theaters on May 1. The film brings back original cast members, including Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway, and centers on modern changes in fashion magazines as a result of social media.

Prada might be out

Prisha Gupta, Managing Editor June 5, 2026

The original “The Devil Wears Prada” came out in 2006, a massively successful film thanks to its iconic quotes, fashion scene and portrayal of big journalists. Fast forward to 2026, “The Devil Wears...

Read about recent relases by pop artists Olivia Rodrigo, Charli xcx, Niall Horan and Ariana Grande.

Reviewing recent releases

Maria Borst, Reporter June 5, 2026

"the cure" by Olivia Rodrigo - 5/10 Off Olivia Rodrigo’s upcoming album, you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love, “the cure” is reminiscent of Rodrigo’s early days of her breakout album, SOUR....

The new Cherry Lime Rickey Refresher is a vibrant, dark magenta color and looks like a typical water-based drink.

Dunkin’s summer drinks dissatisfy

Nikitha Rajesh, Designer June 4, 2026

On April 29, Dunkin’ introduced its new seasonal summer drinks, offering a variety of items, from fruit-punch-flavored donuts to its new take on the viral dirty soda trend. They started offering new...

Drake's new album, ICEMAN, was released on May 15. The album cover is a nod to Michael Jackson's signature bedazzled gloves and symbolizes Drake's pursuit of pop dominance.

ICEMAN fails to break the ice

Abby Cai and Elaine Zhang June 2, 2026

Alongside two other albums, HABITI and MAID OF HONOR, Drake released ICEMAN on May 15. The album consists of 18 tracks, with a focus on traditional rap and hip-hop styles, along with influences of genres...

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