Internet celebrity Jimmy Donaldson, better known as MrBeast, shook up reality TV on Dec. 10, 2024, with the debut of Beast Games, a series meant to push the boundaries of reality TV. Though the program attempts to assert MrBeast’s versatility as a content creator, its reliance on exploitation...

As New Year's Eve draws nearer, it brings the same traditions of watching the Times Square ball drop and popping champagne. New Year's is dedicated to commemorating unprecedented events, so rather than following the mundane ritual of crafting a flimsy resolutions list, try out new superstitions to welcome...

Media consumers are often bombarded with news regarding other nation’s conflicts. Yet, as the world's attention shifts from one global crisis to another, the echoes of forgotten conflicts fade into the background noise of newer wars. This rapid shift in focus portrays the horrors of conflict as commonplace,...

MrBeast, an alias for famous Youtuber Jimmy Donaldson, peddles his new product, Lunchly, toward teenage audiences as the healthier snack pack. Despite the Youtuber’s name synonymous with generous giveaways, the product’s deceptive marketing reveals his true intentions as a content creator. Not only...

NASA’s new space probe, the Europa Clipper, was sent to one of Jupiter’s 95 moons, Europa, on October 14, 2024,  to find life beneath its surface. Europa, Jupiter’s fourth largest moon, is enclosed by icy layers that frequently spew water vapor from its geysers. Yet, scientists speculate that,...

Oxford Academy's growing love for sports is undeniable, but its current athletic offerings need to meet the evolving interests of its student body. As it ushers in new sports like Esports and revives the golf team, OA must continue expanding its range of athletic programs, especially with the recent...