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Perfectionism hinders growth in students.

[Photo] Perfectionism among students increases as pressure grows

November 29, 2022
Students have fun activities planned for their upcoming Thanksgiving break.

[Photo] Students looking forward to fun Thanksgiving break

November 16, 2022
Science fiction is being influenced by famous philosophers, which is shaping the genre to be more realistic.

[Photo] Beyond dead Greek guys: philosophy set to illuminate science fiction’s future

November 14, 2022
The American political system is tipped in favor of one party.

[Photo] American democracy isn’t democratic

November 4, 2022
The Midnight Library, by Matt Haig, is the choice of Just Books Club this month.

[Photo] Just Books Club looks to recruit members as they discuss books to read

November 4, 2022
Mochi donuts have become some of the most popular item choices at new local restaurants.

[Photo] New Asian dessert shops spring up

November 4, 2022
Seasonal Affective Disorder affects an estimated 10 million Americans every year.

[Photo] Navigating seasonal depression as a student

October 19, 2022
Students report having a fun and relaxing summer break.

[Photo] Students enjoy fun, relaxing summer break

September 21, 2022
Hulu released Shoresy on May 13.

[Photo] Hulu releases must-watch comedy ‘Shoresy’

June 13, 2022
Intrinsic vs. Extrinsic motivation - playing to play vs. playing to win.

[Photo] Learning over school: Relearning the intrinsic value of education after a year online

June 6, 2022
The Billboard Music Awards celebrated musicians across genres.

[Photo] Billboard Music Awards celebrate artists’ accomplishments

June 3, 2022
The third movie in the spin-off and prequel to the Harry Potter film series, Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets Of Dumbledore was released into theaters on Apr. 15.

[Photo] Warner Brothers’ ‘Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore’: What’s next?

May 29, 2022
TikTok reached one billion users worldwide in 2021.

[Photo] TikTok’s impact on students’ brains

May 10, 2022
Daylight savings time becomes permanent in 2023 with no more falling behind or jumping ahead of one hour.

[Photo] Senate passes daylight savings bill, ending time change

May 5, 2022
Will Smith slaps Chris Rock on stage at the Oscars on Mar. 27.

[Photo] Will Smith’s Oscars fiasco met with concern, shock, disappointment

May 3, 2022
Fans enjoy filling out brackets such as this one from the 2006 Mens March Madness Tournament.

[Photo] Students rewind on March Madness tournament

April 29, 2022
Derek Hough and Julianne Hough dance their way onto the big screen in the TV special, Step into the Movies.

[Photo] ABC’s “Step into the Movies”: a leap into the past

April 29, 2022
Signs reminding patrons of the mask optional policy have been posted outside of many businesses.

[Photo] MCPS lifts mask mandate: Why or why not wear a mask?

April 26, 2022
MLB fans look forward to another exciting season that began Apr. 7 with Opening Day.

[Photo] MLB is back as fans are excited for new season

April 25, 2022
Channing Tatum portrays a former soldier in Dog.

[Photo] ‘Dog’ starring Channing Tatum released Feb. 18

March 31, 2022
One reason for the increase in college applications is the Common App. The Common App simplifies the college application process and allows students to apply to almost any college in the U.S. via their website.

[Photo] Increase in college applicants leads to all-time low acceptance rates

March 27, 2022
The movie “Uncharted” starring Tom Holland and Mark Wahlberg was available in theaters on Feb. 18.

[Photo] Get nostalgic with Sony’s “Uncharted”

March 24, 2022
NFL free agency period starts the second week of March and allows NFL teams to sign on new players.

[Photo] NFL free agency proves fun time for fans

March 19, 2022
In American Underdog, a movie released on Dec. 25, audiences are wowed with Zachary Levis portrayal of Hall of Fame quarterback Kurt Warner.

[Photo] Zachary Levi plays Kurt Warner in film ‘American Underdog’

March 1, 2022
The official Scream reboot poster shows old and new characters.

[Photo] New ‘Scream’ movie brings nostalgic feeling back to franchise

February 28, 2022
Racers trek along in a biathlon during the skiing session at the Beijing Winter Olympics. Biathlons consist of cross country skiing and rifle shooting. Norway won six gold medals in these events.

[Photo] 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics displayed challenges for athletes amidst public controversy

February 27, 2022
The Commanders logo is a nod to a military commander patch.

[Photo] Washington team gets new name: Commanders

February 23, 2022
Spiderman

[Photo] ‘Spiderman: No Way Home’ breaks the box office

January 21, 2022
Cobra Kai season four released on Dec. 31, 2021.

[Photo] Does Cobra Kai live up to the hype?

January 21, 2022
Dont Look Up premiered on Netflix on Dec. 5.

[Photo] ‘Don’t Look Up’ flops

January 20, 2022
ESOL (English as a second language) programs ensure that students whose first language is not English are able to succeed in school.

[Photo] ESOL teacher Daniel Ring approaches teaching with dedication, openness

December 21, 2021
Thanksgiving break is a joyous time for students.

[Photo] Thanksgiving week schedule elicits mixed reviews

December 17, 2021
Marvels new show Hawkeye stars Jeremy Renner and Hailee Steinfeld.

[Photo] Is‌ ‌Marvel’s‌ ‌new‌ ‌show‌ ‌Hawkeye‌ ‌a‌ ‌miss‌ ‌or‌ ‌is‌ ‌it‌ ‌a‌ ‌Bullseye?‌ ‌

December 16, 2021
Marvel Studios logo for their film Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten RIngs

[Photo] China censors Marvel’s ‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings,’ despite overwhelmingly positive response to studio’s first film featuring predominantly Asian cast

November 1, 2021
Mental health days are equally as important as sick days.

[Photo] Students now able to take mental health days as excused absences

October 14, 2021
See the endless possibilities of What If...? on Disney+

[Photo] What If…? leads fans down new paths

September 20, 2021
Right on the brink of summer 2021, mask mandates are being lifted across the country, with increases in vaccinations hopefully spelling the end for the COVID-19 pandemic.

[Photo] MCPS mask mandate lift raises concerns on both ends

June 4, 2021
My future self won’t offer me advice, she’ll only encourage me to keep going.

[Photo] Sarah-ious discussions: Onward

May 27, 2021
Take time to explore your anger; only then will you be able to calm yourself.

[Photo] Sarah-ious discussions: When we’re provoked

February 28, 2021
At that moment, she was not OK, which was OK.

[Photo] Sarah-ious discussions: Embracing instability

February 1, 2021
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[Photo] Which movies, shows on Netflix should stay, go

January 28, 2021
Pixar’s Soul features Joe Gardner, voiced by Jamie Foxx, and 22, voiced by Tina Fey.

[Photo] Pixar’s Soul review: What makes this movie so special

January 27, 2021
Hopefully 2021 will be better.

[Photo] Will 2021 be better than 2020?

January 24, 2021
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