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Lana Del Rey’s newest album, “Chemtrails Over the Country Club,” hits number one of Billboard’s albums, topping even Justin Bieber’s “Justice” which was released on the same day.

Lana Del Rey’s ‘Chemtrails Over the Country Club’ proves a worthy listen

Elle Vail ’23, Staff Writer April 5, 2021

Lana Del Rey’s “Chemtrails Over the Country Club,” released March 19, 2021, just hit number one of Billboard’s Top Album Sales Chart as of March 29, 2021. According to Billboard, her seventh album...

The sci-fi classic “Dune” explores religious and ecological themes ever-more relevant to modern day. Providing unique parallels to the oftentimes villainized middle-eastern culture, its alien story can give insight on misunderstood aspects of the modern world.

Don’t miss out on the book: The sci-fi classic “Dune” explores modern themes of religious fanaticism, ecology

Maya Hruskar '23, Paper Opinions Editor March 26, 2021

“I must not fear. Fear is the mind-killer. Fear is the little-death that brings total obliteration. I will face my fear. I will permit it to pass over me and through me. And when it has gone past I will...

The finale of the 25th season of “The Bachelor” has an unexpected ending that leaves fans in shock with Matt James’ final decision.

“The Bachelor” finale leaves audience with an unexpected ending

Alexandra Glickman ’23, Staff writer March 23, 2021

  In “The Bachelor”’s 25th season, bachelor Matt James failed to provide clarity for the future with the remaining women. His commitment issues interfered with his emotions towards the final...

Students review courses at Staples

Morgan Han-Lemus '23, Staff writer March 1, 2021

https://anchor.fm/morgan-han-lemus/episodes/Students-review-courses-at-Staples-eqdm39

Though the old Barnes & Noble carried many memories, the new one is vibrant and invites Westporters to make new ones downtown. This young reader certainly is!

New Barnes & Noble brightens up Westport

Lilly Weisz ’23, Assistant Creative Director February 26, 2021

Never before have I seen so many people, from toddlers to old-timers, flocking to a bookstore. On Feb. 24, when the new downtown Barnes & Noble opened its doors, there we all were, ready to explore...

Starring Maddie Ziegler and Kate Hudson, musical drama “Music” was released on Feb. 10.

Sia demonstrates ableism in new movie ‘Music’

Isabella Rivel '24, Staff Writer February 26, 2021

Singer/songwriter Sia created “Music,” a movie that has been under fire recently, and for good reason. This movie and Sia’s behavior reek of disrespect and could be offensive to autistic viewers. “The...

“Bridgerton” is a perfect show for anyone who loves a period drama with modern twists.

‘Bridgerton’ tells beautiful story of high society

Julia Kasabian ’21, Staff Writer January 13, 2021

A new show has come to Netflix, and it’s taking the world by storm. “Bridgerton,” released Dec. 25, tells a tale of the trials and tribulations of 19th century high-class Londoners during the social...

“The Prom” was released on Netflix on Friday Dec. 11. It is the adapted screen version of the Broadway musical by the same name.

‘The Prom’ checks all the wrong boxes

Anna Diorio '23, Staff Writer December 21, 2020

If you are scrolling through Netflix, looking for a new movie to entertain you for the night, I would keep scrolling if you see “The Prom.” Although Ryan Murphy’s adaptation of the stage show version...

Shawn Mendes released his fourth studio album on Dec. 4 after releasing his single “Wonder” and his collaboration with Justin Bieber, “Monster.” Mendes is also offering fans to buy the album on vinyl and CD.

Shawn Mendes continues to thrive with new album ‘Wonder’

Carly Kaplowitz ’21, Associate Managing Editor December 11, 2020

With dreamy eyes and an equally dreamy voice, it is hard to not like anything that comes out of Shawn Mendes’ mouth. At just 14 years old, he was tearing at our hearts with his music covers on the popular...

The film is a product of Netflix’s support for Black Excellence, particularly in the arts, as the entire movie was written, produced and directed by black men and women.

‘The App that Stole Christmas’ embodies importance of togetherness during holidays

Mishael Gill ’23, Paper Managing Editor December 3, 2020

The App that Stole Christmas is a Netflix film that was released on Nov. 20. Starring Ray J (as Felix Rhome), Elise Neal (as Carly) and Jalyn Hall (as Ben Rhome), the story explores the principle of holiday...

Hudson Malone officially opened on 323 Main Street on Oct. 16, the Westport extension of owner Doug Quinn’s New York City restaurant.

New restaurant Hudson Malone delights with fancy dining

Lilly Weisz ’23, Red Staff Assistant Creative Director October 26, 2020

The new American comedic horror movie, Hubie Halloween, came out on Netflix on Oct. 7 and stars Adam Sandler.

‘Hubie Halloween’ review: A Halloween disappointment

Maria Krug ’22, Web Opinions Editor October 23, 2020

Many teenagers, through social media posts and comments, claimed “Hubie Halloween”  would be the movie that could “save 2020.” Excitement filled the air: a new Halloween movie would be coming...

“The Boys in the Band” received an 81% overall rating on RottenTomatoes.com, with generally favorable reviews from critics and the public alike.

“The Boys in the Band” adaptation delivers mixed performances

Poppy Livingstone ’21, Editor-in-Chief October 23, 2020

“The Boys in the Band” is a hugely varied movie. It pinballs between peaks of raucous joy and caverns of insufferable tragedy, and performances both marvelously rich and surprisingly flat. These shifts...

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