‘Farewell’ tour sparks nostalgia
Gianna Licari, Staff Writer
March 23, 2018
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Next February, Elton John will grace Chicago with his presence for a final time. John, 70, will be saying “Farewell” to his fans after his career spanning fifty years comes to a close. He will be arriving first in Chicago this October 26 and 27, then his final two dates February 15 and 16, 2019....
Versace assassination meets TV adaptation
Gianna Licari, Staff Writer
March 23, 2018
Filed under Entertainment
On the morning of July 15, 1997, Gianni Versace, the famed Italian designer, was murdered in cold blood by Andrew Cunanan. The assassination drew headlines and sparked a major conversation about his slaying, as Versace was not a random murder. In his three-month killing spree, Cunanan had been targeting...
In pod we trust
Morgan Trunda, Staff Writer
March 23, 2018
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The average teenager listens to 4 hours of music daily. An aspect of listening material many teens ignore are podcasts, a huge reason for this being that many teens don’t know what they are. Podcasts aren’t really similar to anything else, but lots of different categories of listening material are simil...
Diversity now, Wakanda forever
Cassie Limberakis, Staff Writer
March 23, 2018
Filed under Entertainment
The Marvel movie “Black Panther” came out in theaters on Friday, February 16. It is much more than your average superhero movie: it is an important step in history leading to the wanted racial equality in the movie business. As Time magazine states, “It carries a weight that neither Thor nor Ca...
Summer spotlight on shining plans
Alyssa Yankee, Staff Writer
March 23, 2018
Filed under Entertainment
It might seem far away, but summer break is right around the corner. Instead of spending your time at home or being unproductive, consider another entertaining option. There are many things to look forward to in the summer including new movies coming out, concerts and festivals. “I am looking ...
Dear Nap’s, I love you to ‘pizza’s
Jim Scully, Staff Writer
March 23, 2018
Filed under Entertainment
When my editor tasked me with writing a review of Napoli's pizza, I was confused. I consider myself a high-class critic, and being tasked with such simple assignment was an insult to my reputable and serious career. After I began to open up to Napoli's pizza, however, I discovered that it is truly a...
‘Death Note’ ambitiously explores character
Grace Chang, Staff Writer
March 23, 2018
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Anime Club has just finished watching their first anime — Death Note. This intriguing story revolves around a notebook that is dropped on Earth by the god of death, Ryuk. As genius student Light Yagami picks the notebook up, he learns from Ryuk that the notebook will kill anyone whose name is writt...
Does film cost equal film success?
Renee Calhoun, Staff Writer
March 23, 2018
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Does money determine success? Or is it only a number? These are questions that can make someone think about how much money goes into a movie, and in some cases, if it’s even needed. In the recent years, movie budgets have grown higher and higher. This could be due to consistent famous actors or new...
Local band releases new album
Cailyn Currie, Arts & Entertainment Editor
March 23, 2018
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Vertical Worship, a Christian worship band based out of Harvest Bible Chapel in Chicago, is preparing to release a new album of live recordings. Titled “Bright Faith Bold Future,” it is planned to be released on April 6 of this year. They recently released a single from that record “Real Thing,...
“The Post” captures journalism at best
Renee Calhoun, Staff Writer
February 16, 2018
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Imagine that the government is keeping secrets from you, that multiple presidents did and now continue to lie to you, and you have the documents to prove it. Based on the true events of the 1971 U.S. Government security breach, “The Post” is an intriguing story about The Washington Post’s involve...
Best boy band since One Direction takes stage
Alyssa Yankee, Staff Writer
February 16, 2018
Filed under Entertainment
“When you mention [Justin] Bieber, Lorde, One Direction: I want to be on that list,” said Kevin Abstract, member of American boy band Brockhampton. The Hip-Hop group Brockhampton was formed in 2015 and the band currently has 14 members. Based out of California, Brockhampton is signed to the rec...
Alternative rock takes alternative sound
Gabriella Papeo, Staff Writer
February 16, 2018
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“I'm a rebel just for kicks, now” were the words sung throughout all of America in 2017. “Feel It Still” remained No.1 on Billboard’s Pop songs despite not actually being a pop song. “Feel It Still” is an alternative song. A majority of people confuse alternative for angsty or depressin...
Rowan McDonnell, Staff Writer
March 22, 2019
The Cahill Crazies cheer loudly. Parents scream for joy. A coach claps proudly—another athletic triumph. But for what sport? The answer is bowling. This could be a near...
March 22, 2019
There are many sports that are do not receive the attention they deserve. One of these sports is tennis....
March 22, 2019
As the winter sports season comes to an end, athletes begin prepare for the upcoming spring season....
Matthew McManaman, Co-Editor-in-Chief
March 22, 2019
Rome, Florence, Venice, three great cities that formed the backbone of the historic Roman Empire. All three cities served as early global melting pots at the center of a web...
Jig is up: Irish dancers shine at world championships
March 22, 2019
Billie Eilish finds her sound on first album
March 22, 2019
March 22, 2019