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Romance novels provide space to explore sexuality, relationships

Quinn Levin, In-depth Editor April 30, 2025

During a college interview in January, I was asked to talk about the last non-school book I had read. I got flustered and explained I only read romance novels, but the interviewer just smiled and asked...

Jake Shane performs "Live With Jake Shane" to a record-breaking audience at the Indiana University Auditorium.

Podcaster Jake Shane wows crowd in live comedy show

Elliot Larky, Feature Editor April 30, 2025

From TikTok skits to a hit podcast, Jake Shane has become a viral sensation. Due to his popularity from his podcast “Therapuss with Jake Shane,” he decided to hit the road and perform live on tour.  I...

Snow White (Rachel Zegler) sings her reimagined version of classic Disney tune "Whistle While You Work" while tidying up the cottage alongside the seven dwarfs.

‘Snow White’ remake fails to capture magic of the animated classic

Kate James, Staff Reporter April 28, 2025

Mirror, mirror on the wall, which Disney live action remake is the least watchable of them all? “Snow White.” I’m usually one to ignore Disney’s recent trend of unnecessary live action adaptations...

‘GUTS’ tour leaves crowd ‘obsessed’

‘GUTS’ tour leaves crowd ‘obsessed’

Alex Flamm April 12, 2024

Olivia Rodrigo engages the crowd during the concert’s finale of “get him back!” bringing fans together. (Fair use Rolling Stone) The lights dimmed, and the crowd roared. Nationwide Arena...

‘Deeper Well’ thrives with themes of love, spirituality

Annabelle Mugler April 12, 2024

“Deeper Well” explores the spirituality of nature and how it connects to love and humanity. (Fair use Apple Music) Some may call her  country, others say she’s pop. Regardless, Kacey Musgraves...

Grande impresses with new approach on ‘eternal sunshine’

Bree Dixon April 12, 2024

Ariana Grande’s new album “eternal sunshine” is a new and refreshing approach to her typical pop album and definitely worth a listen. Grande released her much anticipated album March 8 after...

Beyoncé’s ‘COWBOY CARTER’ tops previous releases

Beyoncé’s ‘COWBOY CARTER’ tops previous releases

Gracie Kay April 12, 2024

“COWBOY CARTER” reinvents traditional country by incorporating pop as well as rhythm and blues influences. (Fair use Apple Music) Beyoncé’s highly anticipated eighth studio album, “COWBOY...

LIV golf tour provides welcome competition to shake up sport, promote change

Henry Elmore April 12, 2024

With the 89th Masters this month, it’s a time when the Professional Golf Association golfers and the LIV golfers come together to play with plenty of tension in the air. Through many comments made...

Pro/Con: Are district surveys an effective way to maintain student well-being?

Bexley Staff April 12, 2024

Pro By Val Yanez / Staff Reporter The Panorama survey is imperative to the maintenance of students’ well-being. It allows the school’s staff to gauge students’ opinions and improve the school’s...

Editorial: Misuse of AI impairs students' education, academic integrity

Editorial: Misuse of AI impairs students’ education, academic integrity

Bexley Staff April 12, 2024

The pioneering of technological development proves to be a double-edged sword in its role in education. On one front, AI is utilized by teachers to create lesson plans and grade students’ work more...

Drake, J. Cole’s ‘Big As The What?’ tour worth the wait despite delayed start time

Drake, J. Cole’s ‘Big As The What?’ tour worth the wait despite delayed start time

Zach Topolosky March 12, 2024

Drake performs at the Schottenstein Center in Columbus Feb. 21, taking fans on a journey through his discography. (Photo courtesy of Isabel Niermeyer) Drake and J. Cole’s “Big As the What?” tour...

Bob Marley (Kingsley Ben-Adir) shares a new song with Rita Marley (Lashana Lynch). (Fair use IMDb)

Acting performances shine while plot lacks depth in ‘Bob Marley: One Love’

Zach Goldsand March 12, 2024

Bob Marley (Kingsley Ben-Adir) shares a new song with Rita Marley (Lashana Lynch). (Fair use IMDb) “Bob Marley: One Love” is a biographical film about the life of Bob Marley that will surely have...

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