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Creator’s “Chromakopia” comeback

Matthew Betti, Good Questions Editor December 16, 2024

Verdict: 4.5/5 On Oct. 28, Tyler the Creator released his seventh album, Chromakopia. The album quickly became one of my favorites of the year. It unfolds as a powerful exploration of the mental health...

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Is Eternal Atake 2 that bad?

Taking a deep look at a well-anticipated album as it becomes a rushed mixture of messy production, lazy vocals, and… nitrous oxide?
Elijah Easton, Opinions Editor December 12, 2024

After the massive release of Pink Tape in 2023, Philadelphia-raised trap rapper and vocalist Lil Uzi Vert shocked fans with the sudden release of “Eternal Atake 2,” the sequel to “Eternal Atake.” The...

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Spooky time off to a good start: ‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’

Gabi Skiba, Staff Reporter November 12, 2024

Verdict: 3.5/5 “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice,” the sequel to the 1988 classic, was released in theaters on Oct. 6. Directed by Tim Burton, it begins with the return of the Deetz family to the fictional...

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Brat summer becomes brat autumn

Mara Peacock, Features Editor and Puzzles Editor November 11, 2024

Verdict: 4.5/5 Charli XCX marked the continuation of “Brat Summer” with the release of her newest album “Brat and it’s completely different but also still brat” on Oct. 11, 2024. The new release...

"Coraline" 15th anniversary review

“Coraline” 15th anniversary review

Alyssa Oertel, Staff Reporter November 7, 2024

Verdict: 5/5 This year marks the 15th anniversary of “Coraline,” a hit children's horror movie that has charmed many viewers over the years. The movie is full of emotion, twists and turns, making...

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Local pho-nomenal eats

David Golridge, Reviews Editor and Online Editor June 10, 2024

The Minneapolis-Saint Paul area has a vibrant food scene, with pho being a favorite for many, so I decided to try the classic pho tai, a mix of broth, rice noodles, herbs and meats, at three popular restaurants:...

Beyoncé releases Act II of her trilogy: "Cowboy Carter"

Beyoncé releases Act II of her trilogy: “Cowboy Carter”

Beyoncé's new album explores new country influences never heard in her music before.
Zariyah Howell, Online Editor June 9, 2024

Beyoncé recently released “Cowboy Carter,” Act II of her trilogy (Act I: Renaissance, Act III: yet to release). As her eighth studio album, “Cowboy Carter” adds a country twist to her usual sound....

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Bridging the past and present: Civil War

Due to unclear messages and a short run time, Civil War leaves viewers with many questions.
William Overbo, Staff Reporter June 8, 2024

Verdict: 2/5 “Civil War” is a 2024 dystopian war film written and directed by Alex Garland. The film centers on a team of journalists traveling across the United States in the midst of a nationwide...

Taylor Swift's most mid album?

Taylor Swift’s most mid album?

Taylor Swift's 11th album contains controversial lyrics and forgetful melodies, posing the question: Is this Taylor Swift's most mid album?
Mara Peacock, Features Editor and Puzzles Editor May 29, 2024

The release of Taylor Swift’s 11th studio album, “The Tortured Poets Department” (TTPD), marks another milestone for the singer as the album reached over one billion streams within its first week...

Unwrapping Taco Bell’s Cantina Chicken Menu

Unwrapping Taco Bell’s Cantina Chicken Menu

On March 21, Taco Bell launched its new Cantina Chicken Menu to consumers nationwide. Eager to try these new items, I visited the Taco Bell in Northeast Park, Minneapolis, and sampled a variety from this chicken-centered menu. My order was: Cantina Chicken Bowl, Cantina Chicken Quesadilla, a Coke and a Baja Blast and the Cantina Chicken Burrito and Taco Meal.
Elijah Easton, Opinions Editor May 2, 2024

“We Don’t Trust You” album cover.

Metro and Future ‘don’t trust you’

Metro Boomin and Future's collaborative album falls short of high expectations.
Sidharth Sharma, Debates Editor April 19, 2024

Leland Tyler Wayne, widely recognized as Metro Boomin, and Nayvadius DeMun Cash, renowned under his stage name Future, joined forces to produce the collaborative album “We Don’t Trust You.” With...

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