The summer Olympics takes place once every four years, providing an opportunity for the best athletes to come together from all over the world to compete for a common goal. Not only does the Olympics promote camaraderie among athletes, but also for the spectators. Some people might have already forgotten about the games, because they…
2024 Social Media: Tik Tok
When you think of social media, there are hundreds of different apps, and maybe you even think of a trend or meme that has stuck with you. Personally, the first thing that comes to our minds is TikTok. We both spend an extensive amount of time on the app, and it can sometimes become our…
2024 Water Bottle and Artist Trends
Two trends that were prevalent throughout the 2024 year were that of water bottles and musicians. Water bottles like Stanley Cups, Hydroflasks, and Owalas were all extremely common, as the craze for Stanley cups began to decline in response to the rise of Owalas. One student was quoted saying,” I like my Hydroflask because they’re…
The Best Movies of 2024 – USA and France
In 2024 we saw a lot of different movies, comedies, dramas, thrillers etc… I’m a French exchange student so here are my top 5 American and European movies 2024 Civil War: In my opinion the best movie of 2024 is Civil war, a dystopian action thriller written and directed by Alex Garland. The plot follows…
Emma’s Book Reviews: Best Books of 2024
The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern I’ve tried to read Morgenstern’s The Starless Sea a few times, and never quite managed to make it through. But I heard such glowing reviews of her novels that I had to keep trying, so I switched to The Night Circus. This book definitely worked for me. It moves…
Pivot to Video: How Big Techs Altered Journalistic Outlets and Consumer Behavior
An increased interdependence on social media as a medium for the diffusion of information aligned with an accelerated pace of technological advancements has led to a crisis in communication and the monopolization of the means for self-expression. Throughout the course of the previous decade, the rise of social media platforms and the subsequent formation of…
Afternoon snow causes 2:40 early release for student drivers
Student drivers, as well as younger siblings and neighbors who ride with them, were dismissed at 2:40 on Thursday, January 16th, to “clear the lots and allow extra time to get to work and drive slowly down Josephs Lane”, according to the announcement from Dr. Dwuilt during last MOD. Here are a few photos of…
Acai Bowls – 2024 Food Trend
In the summer of 2024, acai bowls had a major uprising. With their ice-cream like texture and vibrant taste, millions of people have been attracted to try them. While they taste like a dessert, in reality, they are a very healthy option. Acai itself is a superfood that contains many antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. In…
2024 Fashion Wrapped
In the ever-evolving world of fashion, 2024 has introduced a wide mix of trends that have both fascinated and shocked style enthusiasts. This editorial highlights the fashion hits and misses of the year, offering a look at what’s trending and what’s out of season. Among the most celebrated trends, wide leg pants have made a…
Best Music of 2024: Gracie, Lizzy, Delaney, Aiden, Taylor
Since 2024 has been such an influential year for music, these are my top five albums of the year. The Secret of Us by Gracie Abrams is the new artist’s most recent album. She spiked in popularity this year because of her top charting songs from The Secret of Us like “us” featuring Taylor Swift…