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After 19 successful years in the music industry, Alicia keys drops her much anticipated seventh studio album ALICIA tributing to current global affairs such as COVID-19 along with the complexities and raw emotional connection between herself and husband of ten years Swizz Beatz. With a total of 15 tracks, fans of the dynamic R&B singer will feel a sense of encouragement with songs such as Underdog while feeling warm with the usual classic love song like You Save Me feat Snoh Aleagara.

Alicia Keys drops Seventh studio album “ALICIA” with a fresh yet classic sound

September 22, 2020

Caption: Due to Covid-19, life has become very isolated and lonely. Coronavirus arose so suddenly that no one was prepared, and most people miss their old lifestyles dearly. These recent perceived losses have made people realize just how much of their pre-quarantine life was taken for granted.

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Pre-Quarantine Lives Taken for Granted

September 22, 2020

Other than the tips listed, reading makes the perfect choice to improve oneself. While books like The Happiness Project and the classic Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus work just fine, books do not have to have been published as self-help in the context of bettering oneself. One of the novels pictured (For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Politics), a collaborative effort from four black female politicians and their experience in the field, the lessons and themes within prove beneficial to anyone’s life.

Self Improvement: 5 Habits to Try

September 21, 2020

In adolescent years, friendships take great dedication to commit to. Distance does not always restrict the development of a friendship. In fact, some believe the bond could thrive just as well as a real-life friendship. The validity of a friendship depends purely on the communication skills of both people. People may find it hard to communicate long-distance, but for those who do not, it leaves them with wonderful friends and opportunities.

The Difference Is Distance

September 21, 2020

In an attempt to accurately portray the landscapes in this historical film, directors chose to film multiple scenes in the controversial province of Xinjiang, China.
“It’s hard to watch the movie and not think about the horrible things that have happened in these places,” sophomore Ava Green said.

Boycotts against Disney’s live-action Mulan

September 16, 2020

The McTravis sparks national interest

The Travis Scott Meal marks the first time a celebrity has collaborated with McDonald’s in the past twenty-eight years. The simple order inspired countless videos of people ordering the meal to blow up on social media sites such as TikTok and Instagram.
“The Travis Scott burger is so popular because of Travis Scott’s presence in the world of hype beasts. It’s a more affordable way to feel part of a more exclusive community,” NC senior Brooke McKinnon said.

Dominik Perez, Entertainment Editor

September 16, 2020

Popular creators, especially on live-streaming platforms, utilize professional equipment like boom mics and webcams to stream themselves and their actions to viewers. However, it does not take expensive hardware or equipment to start creating content. One can use OBS, or any other screen-capture program, and editing software to record themselves playing games and post edited footage. Dozens of activities like cooking and sports only require a phone to record and an internet connection to upload.

Content is king: A growing industry

September 14, 2020

With a grueling, nation-wide three month quarantine, Americans participated in numerous elaborate trends that disappeared just as fast as they emerged. From documentaries about an eccentric zookeeper to endless amounts of baked banana goods, Americans discovered new ways to occupy their excessive amounts of free time.

Faded Quarantine Fads

September 5, 2020

Each real estate agent on the show Selling Sunset brings their own unique look and drama to the show, making viewers choose sides in the tension. “My favorite character is Christine [Quinn] because her outfits are so different from the other girls and she never holds back in drama,” said senior Sophia Green.

Selling Sunset

September 3, 2020

Zac Efron went from singing atop lunch tables in the High School Musical series to milking goats in Puerto Rico while learning and teaching Netflix viewers about sustainability. As Efron ages, his recent endeavor, Down to Earth, highlights his true personality and passions.

Zac Efron’s new chapter: Down to Earth

August 27, 2020

While the comfort of working in bed appeals to most students, working where you sleep causes a lack of separation between work and home, which leads to sleepless nights and unproductive days. Students should try to set up a separate workspace from their beds to achieve the best workday possible. “Working from my bed definitely makes the division between my school day to the rest of my day more blurry than the days when I work from my desk. Along with that, it also makes it difficult to focus on school when in an environment I tend to relax in,” Magnet senior Abbey Corley said.

Steps for success in online school

August 26, 2020

Forrest. delivers an Effortless project

Effortless, Forrest Frank’s newest album, hit streaming services on August 21. Releasing two singles before his full project, Frank let his loyal followers decide when he would drop his collection of songs. Via Instagram, Frank announced that if his followers reached over 2,000 comments on his latest post, he would drop a new album. When there’s sunny skies and a mild breeze, Frank’s newest tunes always prevail. “I can’t stop listening to this,” NC Senior Ryan Tuchmann said.

Peyton Stack, Sports Editor

August 25, 2020

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