Batter with baking
Haven Beches, Staff Writer
April 23, 2020
As the days slowly blend into one another, it can be hard to figure out new and exciting activities that hold your attention span. Speaking from personal experience, if another influencer tells me to “go out and exercise!” or “learn a new language!” I might just throw my phone out the window a...
The feline film is a flop
Grace McGonigle, Editor-in-Chief
January 30, 2020
The time I spent watching Cats is one hour and 49 minutes of my life I will never get back. Cats, which premiered on Dec. 20, had all the right ingredients for success. The inspiring musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber is the fourth longest-running show in Broadway history. With an all-star cast ...
Doing the Mosa
David Delatorre, Staff Writer
January 30, 2020
Welcome to the neighborhood beach-cottage style eatery located on the corner of 2nd Street and Hermosa Ave. Just steps from the strand, south of the pier, and away from the busy cluster of cafes, shops, and businesses that crowd the end of Pier Avenue is Mosa Coastal. Mosa presents seafood w...
A Failed Comeback
Nadia Bidarian, Features Editor
January 30, 2020
In a trailer for his new documentary series “Justin Bieber: Seasons,” Justin Bieber spoke fondly of his upcoming studio album, saying, “I can never remake this album. It’s got to be perfect.” But the release of the album’s lead single “Yummy” leaves him off to a rocky start. “Y...
A final goodbye
Ben Yepez, Arts & Entertainment Editor
January 30, 2020
Over a year since his passing, Mac Miller has released his posthumous album, Circles. The album gives old fans and new listeners alike a chance to hear Mac Miller’s music one last time. Released on January seventeenth, the project is 48 minutes long and spans twelve songs. “Good News,” released...
Take me to church
Ansel Reyes, Staff Writer
January 30, 2020
Chicago rapper Kanye West took strides in the direction of christian music through the release of Jesus is King in October of 2019, and his latest christian album Jesus is Born is a gospel record with insane highs and disappointing lows. The start of this album is incredibly weak. The opening track “Count You...
RUHS production of Arthur Miller’s “The Crucible” falls nothing short of phenomenal
Allie D'Amato, Staff Writer
December 18, 2019
The drama department recently wrapped up their winter production of “The Crucible”. All four shows had packed crowds to watch the timely piece come to life. Overall, the play was truly phenomenal; the set designs and costumes helped take people back to a historical era, and the performers impecca...
Trader Joe’s gets in the spirit
Haven Beches, Staff Writer
November 12, 2019
Every October, Trader Joe’s stores stock their shelves with about every fall, apple, maple and pumpkin-spiced snack imaginable. With so many sweet and savory options to choose from, it makes walking into one of these stores exciting, but also overwhelming. The challenge to choose which products to buy...
Jesus is King by Kanye is #1
Mia Schrift, Staff Writer
November 12, 2019
Kanye West followers may be feeling left at the altar with his newest album’s last-minute change in release date, shorter length, and overall change in theme. The highly anticipated “JESUS IS KING” album by Kanye West was originally planned to be released on September 27, but a tweet from West left ...
Worth the wait
Dani Kabboul, Staff Writer
November 12, 2019
After many fans’ anticipation, Rex Orange County released his third album, the much awaited Pony. Alex O'Connor's straight-forward and honest lyrics encourage listeners to accept growing up and let go of the past, but to remember their youth as a part of them. Taking listeners on a journey, the s...
Long awaited
Harper Lee Jones, Staff Writer
November 12, 2019
Formulated two decades ago, Gemini Man finally managed to move through its development to be shown on the big screens this year. The final product has recently made the news for its many negative reviews, reviewers such as nypost calling it “an often-draggy, muddled misfire.” However, after seeing...
The Bangtan Boys are back
Sarah Falahawazi, Staff Writer
October 18, 2018
Through their remarkable vocals, poetic lyrics and boyish good looks, boy band Bulletproof Boy Scouts (BTS) has spread the Korean Pop craze to the rest of the world through their groundbreaking album, "Love Yourself: Answer." Debuting at number one on the US Billboard 200 with “Love Yourse...
Anthony Ganis, Staff Writer
February 13, 2020
Suicide is a growing issue among teens today, and as students it’s becoming more prevalent in our lives with each passing yearl. As the American Psychological Association...
Martha Farah, Editor-in-Chief
January 30, 2020
Especially during junior year, students are trying to get high scores on their standardized tests such as the ACT and SAT. Now, following some changes, it might have become...
Christina Owen, Editor-in-Chief
January 30, 2020
Three years after the inauguration of President Trump, I am still marching, and every year the one question I get without fail is “Why do you march?”. I think it’s...
Lorraina Scolaro, News Editor
November 12, 2019
Sleep deprivation in students isn’t a new thing. Throughout the halls, it’s common to hear people talking about the three hours of sleep they got, the all-nighter they...
Anthony Ganis, Staff Writer
November 12, 2019
In the face of new questionable policies being implemented by our middle schools, simplifying curriculums and making the transition to high school even more difficult, we...
November 12, 2019
December 21, 2018
Americans need to be more aware of U.S. military spending
September 27, 2018