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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.
(Photo of a sweater from Buffalo Exchange)

“Massachusetts 2050: A Warming State” Suggestions for better fashion habits

Chloe Ostiguy and Melissa Meltzer March 26, 2021
A company cannot survive without the financial support of the everyday consumer.  When feeling powerless in one’s ability to make an impact it is important to remember that we enact change by deciding what we support financially and that it is the middle class that drives the market, not the top 1% on their own. 
Thrift Books: more reading for a lot less money

Thrift Books: more reading for a lot less money

Amanda Powers, Contributor March 26, 2021
“Thrift Books” has good products at good prices with a great selection.  I would recommend this website to anyone looking to find some new reads but who doesn't want to hurt their wallet.  
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. 
Jess Chevalier

The Pandemic Chronicles: Is it worth staying on campus during a pandemic?

Ethan Brayall-Brown, Writer March 23, 2021
One student's decision to leave campus and finish her semester at home
Goons Talk Tunes: Grammys recap

Goons Talk Tunes: Grammys recap

Nick Contardo and Emma Calnan March 22, 2021
Tune in for Nick and Emma's grammy recap.
(Ribbed White Top / H&M)

“Massachusetts 2050: A Warming State” the fast fashion industry and it’s environmental impacts

Chloe Ostiguy and Melissa Meltzer March 19, 2021
The goal of fast fashion is to make and globally distribute clothing as quickly and cheaply as possible.  From making and gathering materials to importing textiles to factory production to shipping, every practice the industry partakes in is carbon-emitting. 
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."
Introspective Ramblings: For All the Tears Unshed

Introspective Ramblings: “For All the Tears Unshed”

Joanna Buoniconti, Copy/Managing Editor March 17, 2021
This week's poem features another piece from student poet, Joanna Buoniconti, as she poignantly reflects on some of the emotional repercussions of faltered relationships during the past year of the pandemic.
Artwork by Gracie Donovan

(Fake) Blonde Moment: The Grammys

Chad Douty and Grace Sherwood March 17, 2021
Tune in for Grace and Chad's Grammy recap.
Promotional image for R (YG Entertainment)

BLACKPINK’s Rosé releases solo debut

Isabel Guilmette, Writer March 17, 2021
Rosé becomes the second member of the group to release her own personal track, hoping to excite BLACKPINK fans even more.
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