Buffet Dangers
May 2, 2012 • Hannah Chen
Filed under Food, Humor, Student Life, Top Stories
The Vomit Factor, Curse of the Pink Underwear, Fainting Spells, and other Perils What do flying knives, combustibles, cigarettes, and Sweet Tomatoes have in common? They are all highly dangerous. You may be thinking to yourself how in the world a buffet could pose a danger, but after a serious reflection... Read more »
Pottermore is Open!
April 23, 2012 • Sophia Chan
Filed under Entertainment, News, Technology, Top Stories, World News
The long-awaited Harry Potter interactive experience has finally arrived! For almost a year, Potterheads who didn’t get a beta account for Pottermore finally got their prayers answered with the official opening of Pottermore to the public on April 14. 2012. Even though the opening was supposed... Read more »
The Legend of Korra
April 23, 2012 • Mariam Syeda-Quadri
Filed under Entertainment, Top Stories
The New Avatar The popular kids TV show, Avatar: the Last Airbender, aired with three seasons from 2005 to 2008 on Nickelodeon. An avatar is a person who has the ability to master bending all four elements (fire, water, air, and earth) and is expected to keep peace in the world. ... Read more »
The Hunger Games Premiere and Movie
March 22, 2012
Filed under Movies
Why fans will not be disappointed Note: This review is SPOILER-free! As the creator of a Hunger Games fan site (sparkswillfly.org), I was invited to The Hunger Games premiere by Lionsgate, having worked with them on numerous promotions to inform fans about the movie. Needless to say, after waiting for... Read more »
Holiday Attractions
December 12, 2011 • Japjot Bal
Filed under Entertainment, Other, Top Stories
Enjoy these winter attractions this holiday season 1. Santana Row Already quite popular throughout the year, Santana Row draws in even more people with its remarkable holiday lights and decorations. Jubilant holiday music fills the streets as people can shop, or simply walk... Read more »
Top Ten Christmas Decorations
December 12, 2011 • Kanika Priyadarshi
Filed under Entertainment, Other, Top Stories
Make your house festive this Christmas Christmas Tree Christmas Tree-topper Moving Reindeer/Santa Claus Christmas Lights Reef Stockings Fake Snow Fake Presents Candy Canes Jingle Bells Read More →
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Impressive Step Forward for Hit Series
December 7, 2011 • Karthik Mayilvahanan
Filed under Entertainment, Other, Top Stories, Uncategorized
New features and multiplayer modes create a better gaming experience The popular first person shooter series, Modern Warfare, is back and better than ever. A highly anticipated game, Modern Warfare 3 presents several new gaming modes and features that make it more fun for serious gamers and casual players.... Read more »
Treasure Island Review
December 7, 2011 • Michelle Lang
Filed under Entertainment, Irvington News
New take on classic novel Treasure Island is melodramatic but entertaining The Irvington Advanced Drama class presented the play “Treasure Island” on November 18. The play is based on the novel of the same name written by Robert Louis Stevenson, and tells the tale of a boy who embarks on a voyage... Read more »
IMMORTALS Movie Review
December 7, 2011 • Deepika Dilip
Filed under Entertainment, Movies, Top Stories
Immortals Movie Review IMMORTALS starring Henry Cavill and Freida Pinto was essentially a modern take on the legends–with a few unexpected twists. If this movie nailed anything, it was the special effects. Tarsem Singh certainly understood CGI, as viewers can see with the battle scenes. What ultimately... Read more »
“Take Care” Album Review
December 5, 2011 • Melanie Doherty
Filed under Entertainment, Music, Top Stories
The second studio album by Canadian recording artist Drake On November 15, 2011, Drake released his album “Take Care” which is the follow-up to his debut album Thank Me Later. The new album includes some of his hit singles Headlines, Make Me Proud feat. Nicki Minaj, and The Motto feat. Lil Wayne.... Read more »
