Actor Chadwick Boseman’s death stuns his fans; effect reaches beyond the entertainment world

Sachin Moosai, Staff Writer

September 26, 2020

The world was stunned by the news of actor Chadwick Boseman’s death on Aug. 28, after a four year battle with colon cancer that he and his family and close friends had managed to keep a secret. He died in his home with his wife and family at his side. He was 43 years old. Boseman’s breakout ro...

Series to binge for those keeping quarantine during Phase 2

Zoe Siegel, Staff Writer

September 21, 2020

The Coronavirus outbreak has caused movie theaters, amusement parks, and many stores to temporarily close. But now, with Palm Beach County two weeks into Phase 2 of COVID-19 re-opening, these public places are slowly starting to re-open with safety precautions.  However, since COVID-19 has caused over 13,0...

Social justice, Coronavirus, and Lady Gaga dominate the 2020 MTV Music Video Awards

Brooke Smurlick, Staff Writer

September 9, 2020

MTV held its 37th annual Video Music Awards show on August 30, which featured a wide range of celebrity performers and award winners, and this year’s line up was not one to miss.  Hosted by Keke Palmer, the awards show was held in New York City. During the show, many of the performers encouraged C...

Hip Hop and TikTok: a match made in Heaven?

Matthew Nebenzahl, Entertainment Editor

May 28, 2020

Hundreds of millions of people across the world are using the booming social media platform TikTok. TikTok users are able to do many things; however, a very popular feature is creating or following already established dances to songs. Because there are so many people listening to the songs played in these da...

Battlefront II reaches the finish line with final update

Nicholas Tramazzo, Staff Writer

May 27, 2020

Star Wars Battlefront II was a revolutionary game for Star Wars fans, but with the most recent update EA Sports and DICE announced that this will be the final update for the game. This news brings hope for the possibility of a Battlefront III, but also sadly ends the three-year run of a game that just recentl...

For Jonas Brothers fans, happiness abounds

Emily Nomberg, Staff Writer

May 26, 2020

Happiness has continued to prevail for the Jonas Brothers throughout the past two years!  March 1, 2019, was a special day for the Jonas Brothers as it was the day that their six-year split officially came to an end with the release of their Number 1 Billboard Hot 100 song, “Sucker.” Soon aft...

Once a member of 4992, always a member of 4992

May 21, 2020

As the 2019-20 school year comes to its unusual close, Social Media Editor and member of the Olympic Heights Drama Troupe 4992 put put together this video featuring past, current, and future Troupe 4992 presidents sharing their memories and hopes regarding their time as troupe presidents. They are all...

Celebrities going online to entertain and raise pandemic relief funds offer a welcome quarantine distraction

Emily Nomberg, Staff Writer

May 7, 2020

As people have begun to adjust to the life of staying inside during self-quarantine, many celebrities have taken their talents online in order to bring joy to their fans during these tough times. As America continues to deal with the current pandemic, celebrities have stepped up, trying to make the ...

MUSIC REVIEW: Drake’s Dark Lane Demo Tapes mixtape will suffice as a precursor to his anticipated summer album

Matthew Nebenzahl, Entertainment Editor

May 5, 2020

Phew! We finally have new music from a rap legend. It was rumored on social media that a Drake mixtape was set to drop upon midnight on Friday. Rumors were confirmed hours before midnight from Drake himself. Quarantined fans can finally relax and listen to his latest release Dark Lane Demo Tapes. From prev...

Predicting XXL Magazine’s 2020 Freshman Class

Matthew Nebenzahl, Entertainment Editor

April 27, 2020

XXL magazine annually chooses around ten upcoming artists in the world of music to preview to the world. Although most of these artists are already very well known, the nominee as a Freshman is an accomplishment held very high in pop culture. XXL attempts to choose artists who can use the fame or those ...

Missing the personal drama of high school fake relationships? Check out The Circle on Netflix

Arianna Wigodner, Staff Writer

April 7, 2020

How far would you go to be popular on social media if there were $100,000 at stake? Released the first day of the new year, the Netflix original series The Circle instantly became a hit. This series is a game and reality show proving that anyone can be anyone on social media.  The show is so popula...

Need music for your social distancing? Look back to the Valentine’s Day releases of A Boogie’s Artist 2.0 and others

Matthew Nebenzahl, Entertainment Editor

April 4, 2020

On Valentine's Day of 2020, the music culture was blessed with an unbelievable amount of releases. From A Boogie wit da Hoodie’s Artist 2.0 to a single collaboration from Migos, Young Thug, and Travis Scott, fans were treated to a weekend filled with listening to new projects and singles. A Boogi...