By: Alex Kersh July 2023: summer is thriving, people are relaxing, and the rap music world is going crazy. Why? Because Travis Scott, popular rapper and producer, would be releasing his 5th studio album, “UTOPIA” on July 28. The last studio album Scott released was his hit album “ASTROWORLD”, featuring iconic songs like “SICKO MODE,” “NO BYSTANDERS,” and “BUTTERFLY EFFECT,” among others. However, that album was released in 2018. Scott has been working on “UTOPIA” for years, and millions anticipated its release. As soon as the album was released, I listened to all 19 songs. The album itself is Scott’s masterpiece, and, in my opinion, takes the spot for album of the year with no narrow margin. Since that date in July, I have listened to “UTOPIA” multiple times over, enough to make an authentic ranking of the best and worst songs on the album.
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By: Raina Ram Imagine a future where, following a serious accident, damaged facial bones could be replaced with tissue grown from the patient's own cells, or where a simple medication could reprogram the immune system to combat chronic diseases, eliminating the need for long-term medications.
While these concepts may sound like they're from a science fiction novel, researchers at esteemed institutions like Johns Hopkins University are actively pursuing advancements in tissue engineering to make them a reality. Some scientists are pioneering innovative biomaterials for transplantation, while others are constructing miniature human tissues or organs for drug testing and facilitating communication between different organ systems. By: Raina Shah and Hannah Sanborn Within the field of conservation, success stories gleam in the darkness of extinction accounts. Every success is a glimmer of hope for the biodiversity of our world, from well-known pandas, whose numbers have recovered from the edge due to unceasing conservation efforts in China, to blue whales still swimming despite human-caused risks. It is important to celebrate the comeback or improvement that many of these species have made. All of these stories demonstrate the strength of group effort and commitment in the struggle to protect Earth's priceless wildlife.
By: Karlie Harris Reading is one of my favorite hobbies. With romance and memoirs both being my favorite genres, I picked a few books out of my physical copy collection to review and share!
By: Ammaar Rehman In a nostalgic nod to the iconic horror franchise, Five Nights at Freddy's has made its highly anticipated jump from the gaming screen to the big screen, bringing animatronic mayhem and heart-stopping suspense to devoted fans.
By: Liam Rutledge Ryan Reynolds has starred in a number of blockbuster films that have cemented his legacy as a Hollywood celebrity. His role as the titular character Van Wilder in 2002 was arguably his breakout performance. From there, his acting resume has only strengthened. With these increasingly similar roles, he has begun to build a reputation for one very specific type of performance. Whether you love that performance or hate it, it has made him millions through movies like Deadpool, Free Guy, and The Adam Project.
But there is one particular Reynolds movie that has sat quietly under the radar since its release in 2014, which some could argue may just be his best performance to date. By: Raina Ram and Evelyn Ramirez Beyond the explosion of pink painted everywhere around the country this summer, Barbie carries a profound message that transcends the boundaries of a typical animated movie.
In a world often defined by materialism and superficiality, Barbie, at its core, is a story of self-discovery and empowerment and it invites audiences to explore themes of inner strength, compassion, and the interconnectedness of all beings. Barbie, the usual embodiment of perfection, navigates a world where she learns resilience, adaptability, and brings the audience on a spiritual odyssey where she learns to harness the power of mindfulness and perspective. These practices become her guiding light, and ours, as she navigates life's challenges. By: Aidan Kelley If you’ve ever wandered through textbooks, picture books or have been around the internet for a long time, you might have seen the countless images of stars, nebulae or galaxies that have been photographed, studied and researched for hundreds of years. Looking at these images depicts a sense of beauty in the unknown or untouchable, and if you were anything like me as a kid, you would want to know more about these images, who or what took them.
By: Jet Dressel
Looking to get your Fall on? The Glenelg Shield has you covered with our all-budget inclusive list of Fall activities you can do with friends and family. By: Angella Pulido Sample size number 2, bodies in different sizes, and people of different colors. Since the the Renaissance, society has accustomed women to believing that size 2 and below is the "right size," thereby influencing designers to only create size 2 and below.
But it's time for a change. This past fall, New York Fashion Week designers showcased collections with a statement of diversity and inclusivity. By: Justin Zulu Ahead of the 2023 Super Bowl matchup between the Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs and the halftime show performed by Rihanna, let’s take a look at the top-5 Super Bowl halftime shows of the past two decades. By: Bell West 2008 was an influential year for the music industry. Taylor Swift was a new-found country sensation, T-Pain released his chart-topping single “Low,” and a revolutionary rap group by the name Migos would rise to fame. But the music world was hit with heart-wrenching news that Takeoff, the youngest member of Migos, was fatally shot and killed on Nov. 1, 2022.
By: Karlie Harris Beetlejuice. Edward Scissorhands. The Nightmare Before Christmas. Corpse Bride.
For more than 30 years, filmmaker, artist, and director Tim Burton has been a staple of American cinema and a face synonymous with the Disney franchise. But on Oct. 23, Burton announced he is most likely not going to make another Disney movie in the future. By: Aleena Khan Recognizing Native American History Month also means appreciating and highlighting messages of Native American authors. Here are three prominent novels that reveal the experiences that have been overlooked:
By: Aleena Khan and Megan Ortwein For all the students who need to make Halloween plans, look no further. Here are six activities to try out this Halloween season: By: Kenzie Ryan Elton John, Hall of Fame singer and composer, once said: “Music has healing power. It has the ability to take people out of themselves for a few hours.”
John’s words are just as relevant today as they were when he spoke them into existence in 2006. It is music’s ability to heal, to provide the power to bring people together, that makes the medium so beautiful. By: Kyle Gonce Attention! Attention! There has been a special announcement from Nintendo for Kirby’s 30th anniversary! Kirby is getting a special anniversary concert to celebrate all the years this pink puffball has been in our lives. While it is being performed live in Tokyo, everyone can stream it for free on the Kirby Portal Official Youtube Channel.
By: Julia Keane *Spoilers ahead!*
If you missed your chance to see the The Glenelg Theater Department’s spring musical, Anastasia, you’re in luck! The musical, which opened Thursday, March 10 with incredible performances from the cast, crew, and pit, will be in action again on Saturday, March 19 at 2pm and 7pm following a weather-canceled show on March 12. By: Mack Leach The Drama Learning Centers Teaching Young Actors program started back again Jan. 22-23 with their production of PUFFS! at their theater in Columbia, MD.
Based on the movie series Harry Potter, PUFFS! (a parody) is a chaotic journey following the Puffs' years at "A certain school of male magic and female magic" with fun surprises along the way. From their first meeting, to the final battle, and "the obligatory segment, nineteen years later," one can really see the enlightening story of the Puffs. |
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