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Vivienne Westwood Leaves a Lasting Legacy Behind

Vivienne Westwood Leaves a Lasting Legacy Behind

Nathan Perera, Arts & Entertainment Editor February 9, 2023

Following a generation-defining career in the global fashion scene, Dame Vivienne Westwood, known as the mother of punk and British fashion, died Dec. 29, 2022 at the age of 81. The fashion designer was pivotal in the direction of London’s punk movement...

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“Puss in Boots: The Last Wish” Spellbinds Audiences

“Puss in Boots: The Last Wish” Spellbinds Audiences

Janet Abrantes, Op-Ed Editor February 9, 2023

“Puss in Boots: The Last Wish,” the second installment to the “Puss in Boots” spin-off series and sixth installment to the Shrek franchise, released in theaters on Dec. 21, 2022. Despite falling below box office expectations, receiving $12.4 million...

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From Hell to Paradise: “Single’s Inferno” Season 2

From Hell to Paradise: “Single’s Inferno” Season 2

Zoharys Jaen, Lifestyle Editor February 9, 2023

Hitting Netflix’s Global Top 10 list, Korean dating show “Single’s Inferno” Season 2 has become a bigger hit than its first with ten episodes full of swoon-worthy moments. Following the same eight-day retreat format on an island with no internet,...

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AI Girlbot Kills and Thrills in Sci-fi Horror “M3GAN”

Christine Nguyen, Managing Editor February 9, 2023

In the first two weeks of its release, horror-comedy film “M3GAN” killed it at the box office, grossing $90 million worldwide. Produced by James Wan and Jason Blum, “M3GAN” was a shoo-in for success. Defying tradition with its existentially horrific...

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From Stunning to Subpar: “Alchemy of Souls”

Laura Liu, Editor in Chief February 9, 2023

Ranked second in 2022 Netflix Korea Television streams, South Korean show “Alchemy of Souls” crosses genres in its historical fantasy story, embedding mystical elements and martial arts into a Joseon-inspired scene. The series aired Season 1 the past...

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SZA Seeks Bittersweet Revenge in “Kill Bill”

SZA Seeks Bittersweet Revenge in “Kill Bill”

Nathan Perera, Arts & Entertainment Editor February 9, 2023

Following the Dec. 9 release of her sophomore album “SOS,” R&B sensation SZA seized global charts and broken hearts with standout track “Kill Bill.” Laced with gorgeous, dream-like vocals and backed by a mid-tempo beat, the song alludes to...

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Christmas Movies Should Not Be Copy-Pasted

Christmas Movies Should Not Be Copy-Pasted

Lavanya Shyamsundar and Zoharys Jaen December 16, 2022

As the mid-December frost begins to fill the air, there’s nothing like warming up with a fluffy blanket, a comforting cup of hot cocoa, and a jolly Christmas movie. However, those searching for new holiday content are bound to be disappointed as recent...

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Music’s Biggest Night of the Year: The Grammys

Music’s Biggest Night of the Year: The Grammys

Mikaela Woo, Sports Editor December 16, 2022

This year’s best guesses for who will take home the Big Four trophies at the 65th annual Grammys.  Music’s most prominent annual award show, the Grammys, dazzles with vibrant performances, astonishing designer outfits, and fan-favorite stars....

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Behind The Scenes with Selena Gomez in “My Mind & Me”

Behind The Scenes with Selena Gomez in “My Mind & Me”

Laura Liu, Editor in Chief December 16, 2022

Singer, actress, and film producer Selena Gomez rose to fame with her breakout role as Alex Russo on the Disney Channel series, “Wizards of Waverly Place.” A pivotal moment in her career, her flawless execution of the clever and spunky character garnered...

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Marvel’s Crumbling Universe

Trisha Phan and Anjali Suva December 16, 2022

As Marvel develops its Phase 4 of content releases, its productions have been steeply declining in quality, leaving the overall franchise sloppy and underwhelming. Since the monumental release of “Iron Man” in 2008, Marvel has become synonymous...

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Wakanda’s Black Panther Lives Forever

Wakanda’s Black Panther Lives Forever

Haley Nguyen, Editor in Chief December 16, 2022

The long-awaited “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” finally hit theaters on Nov. 11. Successor to the wildly popular “Black Panther,” the highest-grossing film of 2018, the sequel is carried out wonderfully by its vivid storytelling but falls flat...

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Smashing Success: “Bleach” Returns

Smashing Success: “Bleach” Returns

Eshmom Haque, Sports Editor November 17, 2022

After a 10-year hiatus, Tite Kubo’s “Bleach” returned on Oct. 11 to the spotlight with the animation of the manga’s final arc, “The Thousand-Year Blood War.” The new season is animated by Pierrot, the same studio behind notable works like...

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