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“Dune: Part Two” was released in theaters on March 1 as a sequel to “Dune: Part One” released in 2021. Building upon the storyline laid out in "Dune: Part One,” the film dives deeper into the desert planet of Arrakis, forming a story of community, power and betrayal.

The Ascension of Paul Atreides: “Dune: Part Two” Captures Fascinating Transition from Hero to Villain

Claire Chan, Front Page Editor | March 27, 2024
Chameleon (Viola Davis) is the newest villain in “Kung Fu Panda 4.” When Po learns that Chameleon has orchestrated Tai Lung’s resurgence, he commits to a journey to stop the shape-shifting sorceress’s devious scheme to steal the chi of various Kung Fu masters from the Spirit Realm and expand her power.

‘Cooking’ Up Character Growth: ‘Kung Fu Panda 4’ Embraces Familiarity in Cinema’s Ever-Changing Landscape

Alice Ahn and Kelly Yeh | March 25, 2024
Wingstop’s show stopping fries are one of the highlights of the restaurant: “One of my favorite things is the seasoned fries,” sophomore Lee Gilat said. “Their flavors are addicting and you can always go back for more. They never get bland. It always tastes like something new is in your mouth even though it is the same flavor.”

Tiktok’s Most Popular Restaurant: Wingstop Bursts with Flavor and Excitement

Olivia Ganes and Nina Krish | February 22, 2024
“Percy Jackson and the Olympians” premiered on Dec. 19, releasing weekly episodes until Jan. 30. The series is incredibly faithful to the book, only having subtle changes to accommodate for the pacing of a TV show. To ensure a seamless adaptation, Rick Riordan, the author of the books, was an executive producer and had unique input for how his writing would translate to the screen, according to Disney+.

Disney’s ‘Percy Jackson and the Olympians’ Delivers a Mythical Marvel

Olivia Ganes and Mia Jong | February 7, 2024
“Mean Girls'' features a brand new cast based on the 2004 film and the 2017 musical of the same name. Avantika, Reneé Rapp and Bebe Wood play the famed trio of Karen Shetty, Regina George and Gretchen Wieners who rule the “girl world” of North Shore High School.

‘Mean Girls’ is Far From Fetch

Elise Ngo, Features Editor | February 1, 2024
Despite the 2023 SAG-AFTRA writers’ strike, Hollywood did not fail to deliver a sleigh full of enchanting new holiday films, ensuring that the magic of the season lit up screens with warmth.

‘Snow’ Thank You to These New Christmas Movies

Maitri Allani and Alice Ahn | December 20, 2023
Three holiday items from the most popular fast food chains. These seasonal items are here for a limited time only, and are popular among customers.

These Holiday Treats of 2023 Are Un-brrr-ievably Good

Olivia Ganes, Staff Writer | December 7, 2023
“The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes” came out in theaters on Nov. 17 featuring a young and ambitious Coriolanus Snow in the defining moments of his life. Viewers watch throughout the film as Snow progresses from a relatively innocent student to a cunning, driven person that goes on to become the despotic leader from the original films.

‘The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes’ Review: A Compelling and Thought-Provoking Prequel

Parmin Zamani, News Editor | November 29, 2023
Taylor Swift released her re-recorded album, “1989,” on Oct. 29. The birds on her original album cover were “trapped” on her shirt, but here, they are flying freely, demonstrating the freedom she gained after the fight with her previous label.

Rediscover the Resilience: Get Ready For a Nostalgic Journey Through ‘1989 (Taylor’s Version)’

Elizabeth Gao, Staff Writer | November 7, 2023
Under the moon’s glow every Halloween, children fill the streets in their venture to pack their trick-or-treat baskets to the brim. Within every bag lies clear winners (and losers), each candy a sentimental link to our favorite memories or stark reminder that our taste buds will be left disappointed.

A Halloween Hierarchy: ‘Unwrapping’ the Best and Worst Spooky Season Treats

Ruhi Samudra and Parmin Zamani | October 31, 2023
Olivia Rodrigo released her second album, “Guts,” on Sept. 8. She is the youngest artist to debut three number 1 hits on the Billboard Hot 100, according to Variety Magazine.

Enchanting Echoes: Olivia Rodrigo’s ‘Guts’ Unveils a Melodic Journey of Courage and Connection

Elizabeth Gao, Staff Writer | September 18, 2023
Icelandic singer-songwriter Laufey’s second studio album “Bewitched” takes listeners on an utterly dreamlike poetic sonic experience through love and loss. The entire album is a practically perfect collection of “Alice in Wonderland” references, ethereal imagery, romantic fantasies of dancing in the streets and the word “melancholy.”

Laufey’s Latest Album has ‘Bewitched’ Us Right ‘From the Start’

Tara Vatandoust, Editor-in-Chief | September 18, 2023
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