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“Massachusetts 2050: A Warming State” Where does our trash go?

Caeli Chesin, Writer April 16, 2021
According to the 2018 UMass Amherst Waste Management Report, UMass produced 8,103 tons of trash, with 4,889 of those tons being recyclable. Yet, we can not be sure if that amount actually ends up being recycled due to contamination in the recycling stream or a lack of demand from buyers.  
Getting Through with The Wilds 

Getting Through with “The Wilds” 

Emma Sammuli, Lifestyle Editor April 15, 2021
There are eight girls in total who are stranded on the island, each with their own past that follows them wherever they go. It’s a thrilling, emotional saga that I would highly recommend to anyone who enjoys a suspenseful plot and artful storytelling. 
Artwork by Gracie Donovan

(Fake) Blonde Moment: Met Gala and UMass Hockey

Chad Douty and Grace Sherwood April 14, 2021
Tune in for Chad and Grace's take on unlikely relationships.
Official Invincible Poster (Amazon)

If you liked “Sky High” as a kid, you’ll love “Invincible” as an adult

Aaron Vincent Facundo, TV/Film Editor April 3, 2021
The animated show is a mix of "Sky High" and "My Hero Academia" with a dash of violence akin to "The Walking Dead," another franchise from the series' creator, Robert Kirkman.
Getting Through with Umbrella Academy

Getting Through with Umbrella Academy

Emma Sammuli, Lifestyle Editor April 1, 2021
During a year that’s been stressful and depressing for many, including myself, Umbrella Academy is a welcome escape, but it is not mindless television.
Artwork by Gracie Donovan

(Fake) Blonde Moment: Lil Nas X and Harry Styles at UMass

Chad Douty and Grace Sherwood March 31, 2021
Tune in for a jam packed episode featuring Lil Nas X, Shawn Mendes and Harry Styles.
Artwork by Celina Rivernider.

Marked As Read: Worst romance tropes

Celina Rivernider March 29, 2021
Tune in for an angsty discussion on Celina and Bri's least favorite love stories.
Official Boogie Poster

Terrible acting ruins the important message of Eddie Huang’s “Boogie”

Aaron Vincent Facundo, TV/Film Editor March 27, 2021
"Boogie" tells an underdog story of an Asian American high schooler that dreams of joining the NBA. This is the movie that America needs right now, but it still falls short of its potential in being a great movie.
(Screenshot from Yentl trailer / YouTube)

Five films to celebrate Women’s History Month

Brianna Silva, Editor-In-Chief March 27, 2021
While there is a long road ahead to improve the representation of women, BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ people in Hollywood, this list provides a small glimpse into some of the most powerful stories directed by women from as recent as 2018 to as far back as the 80s.
Getting Through with Zack Snyder’s Justice League

Getting Through with Zack Snyder’s Justice League

Emma Sammuli, Lifestyle Editor March 25, 2021
Even though some scenes were the same, it felt like a completely different film from start to finish. It felt like what Justice League should have been. 
Artwork by Gracie Donovan

(Fake) Blonde Moment: Addison Rae and Demi Lovato’s documentary series

Chad Douty and Grace Sherwood March 24, 2021
Tune in for reviews on Addison Rae's new single "Obsessed" and Demi Lovato's documentary series.
Almost Healthy: Episode one

Almost Healthy: Episode one

Sam Bozorgzadeh and Emilee Klein March 18, 2021
Tune in for Emilee and Sam's first ever episode of "Almost Healthy."
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