Category: Entertainment

Stranger Things Returns!

Emily Sun (11) | STAFF REPORTER

Potential SPOILERS AHEAD

On May 27th, 2022, part one of the fourth season of Stranger Things was released, with part two soon to be followed on July 1st. This season was a big jump from the last, as episode run times are now longer and characters are further from each other throughout the storyline. This ensures that all the characters are getting enough screen time, making it seem balanced and not as though they are fighting for the spotlight. From bouncing between a powerless Eleven to Joyce planning to rescue Hopper to Upside Down issues in Indiana, each character gets their own allotted time during each episode.  read more

SOUR World Tour

Emily Sun (11) | STAFF REPORTER

Olivia Rodrigo announced her SOUR world tour for 2022. Her touring started on April 2nd and will end on May 25th. This album put Olivia’s music career on the map, as she has already had several Grammy nominations and some wins, including Best New Artist, Album of the Year, and Record and Song of the Year. Her world tour is set to hit multiple destinations, including San Francisco, Seattle, Vancouver, Toronto, Chicago, New York, Washington, Las Vegas, and Los Angeles.  read more

Who Understood the Assignment?

Rory Wei (10) | STAFF REPORTER

After being cancelled back in 2020, fashion’s biggest night, the Met Gala, was revived on the first Monday in May 2022. Organizers revealed that the theme of this glitzy, long-awaited night was “Glided Glamour,” leading the general public to anticipate themes of celebrating 19th-century opulence and grandeur evoked by the sartorial red-carpet looks. However, viewers were underwhelmed, to say the least. They were disappointed by the rise of social media trendy outfits which were worn by some celebrities and the demise of simply beautiful, chic apparel during these premier fashion exhibitions, affectionately coining this issue with a question, “Who Understood the Assignment?” read more

The Best of Coachella 2022

Jing Wen (10) | STAFF REPORTER

April is wrapping up with some blasting music and many epic performances with the return of Coachella. Over the course of two consecutive weekends, one of the world’s most famous music festivals has had quite a few pop culture influencers make news headlines. For those of you not as familiar with it, here’s a quick rundown of what Coachella is all about: read more

Amazing April Music Releases

Rory Wei (10) | STAFF REPORTER

“As it Was” Harry Styles

Harry Styles starts the month of April off on the right foot by breaking the male-artist record for the most Spotify streams globally in a single day; achieved by his release of the single, “As it Was.” Music critics marvel at his transition from 70s soft rock and ballads to 80s synthpop. Listeners are hooked right from the beginning with its catchy percussion, a modern twist on classic pop music, and his tranquil, earworm vocals. However upbeat and pleasing the instrumental may be, Styles’ lyrical artistry is quite a puzzling, sombre one. Some of the hit single’s lyrics allude to his past relationships, such as with Olivia Wilde. His lyrics are used as a method of personal storytelling, demonstrating his yearning for freedom. read more

Nepotism in Hollywood, Yes or No?

Emily Sun (11) | STAFF REPORTER

In the last few years, Hollywood has tried hard to be inclusive of all. Reducing racism, sexism, and other forms of discrimination have been their greatest goal. With the rise of nepotism in the industry, there has been talk about whether this is good or bad. While some are for it, saying that these talented families have the power to keep their name in the industry, others are against it.  read more

Best Grammy Moments 2022

Emily Sun (11) | STAFF REPORTER

The 64th Grammy Awards took place on April 3rd, 2022, hosted by Trevor Noah. All the winners were well deserved and the performances were spectacular. From Doja Cat’s bathroom incident, to BTS’s V flirting with Olivia Rodrigo, the Grammys were enough to say that it was a success this year. Of course there were some questionable moments, from outfits to performances, but let’s focus on the best Grammy moments of 2022.  read more