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(Photo Courtesy of Gretchen Stern) People often hear the saying, “a cat has 9 lives.” This refers to the fact they are usually very agile and noted for their longevity.
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On Tuesday, February 23, Political Club met for the first time in the second semester. During their meeting, the group discussed both the economic and vaccine-related sides of Biden’s Covid-19
(Photo Courtesy of Gretchen Stern) People often hear the saying, “a cat has 9 lives.” This refers to the fact they are usually very agile and noted for their longevity.
These days many people just send texts or emails in order to send messages to others. However, writing letters and cards is still an option, which sometimes may be a
(Photo Courtesy of Gretchen Stern) People often hear the saying, “a cat has 9 lives.” This refers to the fact they are usually very agile and noted for their longevity.
These days many people just send texts or emails in order to send messages to others. However, writing letters and cards is still an option, which sometimes may be a
When talking about a person, it is important to know the pronouns that they go by. If everyone displayed their pronouns on social media, it could dismantle the stigma around
With a 78% on Rotten Tomatoes, Always and Forever is a smash success on Netflix. Currently, it sits at number 7 in the world today. (Screenshot Courtesy of Ellie Thompson)
Cicely Tyson, a powerful figure in the African-American and film community, passed away peacefully in her sleep at 96 on January 28, 2021. Tyson is known for always playing strong
Friday, February 5, popular indie artists Ricky Montgomery and mxmtoon (aka Maia) dropped a surprise collab version of Montgomery’s song “Line Without a Hook.” A day or two before the
We see cursing on TV, in movies, and books, we even hear our friends and parents do it. Since when have we used expletives this often and what will it
The Wilds television show, created by Sarah Streicher, is a new series on Prime Video. (Photo Courtesy of Gretchen Stern) The Wilds, released in December of last year, is a
Since 2011, FX’s American Horror Story has been engaging audiences and inducing shivers through its engrossing plots, complex characters, and chilling Americana-themed horrors. The series is unlike any other, and
On Christmas 2020, Disney-Pixar released Soul, a new movie starring Jamie Foxx as Pixar’s first-ever Black lead, as well as supporting actors Daveed Diggs, Tina Fey, and Angela Bassett. The
The United States House of Representatives voted on the night of February 4 to strip freshman Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) from the two committee’s that she’s assigned to. The
(Photo Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons) You hear the saying “actions speak louder than words” commonly in day-to-day life. If someone wants to apologize to someone else, or is trying to
Throughout history Inauguration Day has always been about swearing in the next president to office, but First Ladies have stolen the show with their tailored suits and glamorous designer dresses.
DISCLAIMER: Conspiracy theories and statements later proven to be false are discussed in this article. You’ve probably heard the phrase “post-truth society” when someone describes our current disposition as a
WandaVision features Avengers Wanda Maximoff, the Scarlet Witch, and Vision living through sitcoms throughout the decades. The series is running from January 15 to March 5. (Photo used by permission
In each of his fourteen fiction books, Charles Martin delivers a unique setting and plot, beautiful imagery, and complex characters. (Photo Courtesy of Ellie Thompson) Charles Martin is a
On January 21, Billie Eilish and Rosalía released “Los Vas A Olvidar” for the Euphoria special, “Part Two: Jules.” This is Eilish’s Latin music debut and has caught the attention
Joe Biden always worked hard during his days as Vice President. But now, what is he doing in his first week as President of the United States? (Photo in the
Growing up, I always remember watching two things: the cooking channel and old classic television shows. Even to this day, classic television shows are always my go-to for bingeing.
American shows and movies usually fill Netflix’s Top Ten, but not this week. Lupin, a French TV show, has taken and kept a spot on the board. (Photo courtesy of
Before COVID, the second semester of the school year marked a fresh start in classes, people, and experiences. Now, with the absence of the face-to-face interaction and the continuation of
Marvel has released their newest show WandaVision on Disney+. (Photo courtesy of Cassidy Farrell) Ever since Spiderman: Far From Home came out in July 2019, Marvel fans have eagerly waited
As the soft piano melody of the C418 track begins to play, a flashback of childhood memories comes back. Minecraft brings a rush of nostalgia for those who once played
Friday, January 15, the Chicago indie band Beach Bunny released their new four-track long EP Blame Game. Although short, this EP stands out as being bolder from their previous works
Beth, the protagonist, balances beauty and power. As viewers watch her mature, she also gains confidence in her style. (Photo courtesy of Netflix) *This article contains spoilers* The Queen’s Gambit
Netflix’s Bridgerton is making waves with the show’s plot. Based on Julia Quinn’s 8 novels of the Bridgerton series, viewers immerse themselves in this 1800’s English romance. I watched the
Finals are almost here, but what students should prepare for depends on whether it is an exam or a project. Though this semester will differ from the average testing session
“WW84” is now available for fan’s enjoyment on HBO Max and in some theaters across the nation. The cinematic film is packed full of heroism and action films that brought
When it comes to buying a ukulele there are thousands of options available all in different prices and styles. This variability can make finding the right instrument a challenge, especially
Setting attainable Goals When it comes to setting goals, people tend to set extreme unattainable goals hoping that they’ll get somewhere even if they don’t reach the particular plan. Having
Wonder Woman 1984 released in theaters and on HBO Max on Christmas day. (Photo courtesy of Sydney Kaelin) SPOILERS AHEAD Over three years after Wonder Woman became the tenth highest-grossing
North Carolina is home to many beautiful ski resorts, such as Appalachian, Sugar, Beech, and Cataloochee, all providing a fun time with a low transmission activity. Pictured is 5506′ Skybar
Latex gloves hold a masked globe, indicative of the virus that has spread across the world, disrupting people’s lives. (Photo courtesy of Anna Shvets on Pexels) Even if you might
In addition to presents, trees, holiday parties, and family, donations are a popular part of the Christmas season. It is a time filled with increased giving, yielding a 42% jump
“It’s just like the light at the end of the tunnel has shown us how stinky and bad the tunnel is.” Breaking character on SNL Saturday 12, veteran comedian Kate
On December 11, a week after its theater debut, The Prom appeared on Netflix. Overview of the Musical In this movie, four less-than-popular Broadway stars and a publicist help out
When Netflix dropped a drama about a young girl playing chess many people were apprehensive. After all, the story is about chess and who would want to watch a show
The purpose of the three branches of government is to be checks on one another, but are becoming increasingly hyperpartisan and polarized. (Used by permission of the Norwegian Digital Learning
This school year has been a unique one, to say the least. With all Wake County public high schoolers having done school virtually this past semester, becoming accustomed to the
Each generation of music has a specific sound reflective of the time in which it is written. The music of the 60s was characterized by the rebelliousness of rock music.
From the outside, a book is merely pieces of paper wrapped in a protective cover. Open up the right novel, however, and it can transport you to worlds you could
Room 2806: The Accusation is Netflix’s newest docuseries. It explores Nafissatou Diallo’s accusation of sexual assault against Dominique Strauss-Kahn. (Photo courtesy of Marie Cox) Despite it being the holiday season,
Millions of seniors across the United States have filled out their college applications. Due to the pandemic, many had to do it with just the help of their families. (Photo
Often I question what is the one thing that determines how all of our human interactions develop. What really determines how people treat one another, how friendships begin and end,
The two famous Canadian stars join forces to create “Monster.” It is song two of Mendes’s upcoming album, and another new single for Bieber after collaborations with Ariana Grande and
Restaurants were some of the first businesses to close when the pandemic started. Now with more and more restrictions lifted, some are becoming superspreaders. (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.) As
Portsmouth Island is located around 6 miles from Ocracoke Island on the Outer Banks, and tourists can visit to see the now abandoned town and surroundings. History: Established in 1752,
Singer Ariana Grande at the Red Carpet for the 2020 Grammys on January 26, 2020. Grande was nominated for Record and Album of the Year. (photo used by permission of
Quarantine has locked people in the house since last March, turning them towards Netflix and other streaming services as their entertainment. Netflix’s top TV show lists vary from website to
The Oreo McFlurry is McDonald’s first and bestselling McFlurry flavor. Even with new flavors, it is still very popular. (Photo courtesy of Isabel Weld) In 1997, McDonald’s introduced a new
