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A first look at Riot Games’ Arcane

A first look at Riot Games’ Arcane

Allan Tieu November 12, 2021

In the past, video game developer Riot Games has created remarkable animated shorts for its game, League of Legends, to introduce and promote new characters, events and e–sports tournaments, cultivating...

The Eternals paves the way for MCU’s next superhero generation

The Eternals paves the way for MCU’s next superhero generation

Andy Lynch November 12, 2021

The new Marvel film, The Eternals, released on Nov. 5, puts a unique twist on the classic Marvel narrative by presenting the film in a more mature and serious tone. Available in theaters worldwide, The...

A Review on Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba: the Movie: Mugen Train

A Review on Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba: the Movie: Mugen Train

Juliana Rendon May 27, 2021

The theater goes quiet as the lights dim and the movie begins, revealing a peaceful garden. The audience fills with anticipation as a train whistles in the distance and the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba:the...

Japanese anime goes viral during COVID–19

Japanese anime goes viral during COVID–19

Roman Walker May 9, 2021

While the in–person entertainment industry is on hold, WHS students are starting to use anime or animated Japanese content to keep themselves entertained in their now monotonous lives. “I have...

Explaining the YouTube algorithm

Explaining the YouTube algorithm

Olivia Delgrosso December 17, 2020

A simple click on a YouTube video seems harmless, but it has a larger impact than expected and hidden consequences. The YouTube algorithm suggests videos tailored to the interests of each person with...

Show production resumes amidst COVID-19

Show production resumes amidst COVID-19

Lindsey Romano October 27, 2020

At the beginning of quarantine, numerous shows and movies were instructed to halt production immediately, having to stop mid-production or to cut episodes off the season. Now, many shows and movies...

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 08:  (EDITORS NOTE: THIS IMAGE HAS BEEN CONVERTED TO BLACK AND WHITE) Chadwick Boseman attends the European Premiere of Marvel Studios Black Panther at the Eventim Apollo, Hammersmith on February 8, 2018 in London, England.  (Photo by Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images for Disney)

Chadwick Boseman, Black Panther and their legacies

Abigail Thompson October 26, 2020

As if 2020 hasn’t done enough harm, August 28 of this year came with another punch in the gut.  The tragic death of renowned actor Chadwick Boseman shook the world to its core.  Well-known...

Evolution of music festivals

Evolution of music festivals

Songhee Lee March 23, 2020

Throughout the decades, music festivals have impacted people in all different types of ways. They mainly serve as a form of entertainment, but others see it as an experience they wouldn’t trade the...

Super women

Super women

Abigail Thompson March 13, 2020

When asked to list some of the most popular superheroes of all time, the same few names typically come to mind: Superman, Batman, Spiderman, Ironman, and so on… These titles all have one common theme:...

Influential female artists dominate the music industry

Influential female artists dominate the music industry

Aly Brook March 13, 2020

Women have greatly impacted the music industry with their powerful vocals, moving messages and commanding stage presence. When reflecting on these skills, certain performers come to mind, such as the...

WHS choir dances the night away

WHS choir dances the night away

Allan Tieu March 13, 2020

WHS Choral Music department's performance, Dance!, in the Carpenter Family Theatre on Feb. 27–29 at 7 p.m. was filled with lots of amazing singing and dancing to entertain the audience throughout the...

WHS choir dances the night away

WHS choir dances the night away

Allan Tieu March 2, 2020

WHS Choral Music department's performance, Dance!, in the Carpenter Family Theatre on Feb. 27–29 at 7 p.m. was filled with lots of amazing singing and dancing to entertain the audience throughout the...

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