REVIEW: ‘Oppenheimer’ an ‘American Prometheus’
Oppenheimer exceeds expectations with 13 Oscars and a powerful message in movie theaters and homes around the world. By Lylah Jakubiak In a crowded movie theater, darkness stretches across the screen. Suddenly, the audience is encapsulated by a rolling, roaring cloud of glowing fire that snakes across the black. The theater falls silent as they […]
The Rape Myth: Rape Cultures Biggest Taboo
By Ariana Venecia There are multiple myths about rape that are prevalent in our society, but when someone speaks of the rape myth, they are most likely referring to “the idea that some women invite or enjoy rape and get ‘swept away’ while being ‘taken’” (Brinson 1992). To any decent person, this is clearly incorrect […]
NEWS: Building the future together in BPS 101
By Eli Balisi and Brynne Albert Batavia Public Schools is currently planning a multi-year project called the Building Our Future Together Plan that, if passed, will see renovation and reconstruction of Batavia school buildings. If the plan is approved, Alice Gustafson, H.C. Storm, J.B. Nelson, and Louise White Elementary Schools will all be completely rebuilt, […]
REVIEW: An area tapas restaurant that should not be missed
By Olivia Gebhardt If someone is looking for some Latin-infused fun, look no further than these hidden gems in the most unlikely locations, Altiro restaurants. Altiro has a unique and beautiful style in their food that is shown in execution and taste. Altiro is a Latin fusion restaurant in Geneva, Wheaton, and Aurora. Latin fusion […]
REVIEW: Tropical Smoothie Cafe opens in Batavia
Alexa Schorr Tropical Smoothie Cafe is a rising food chain with healthy snacks. They have seasonal drinks and foods that they will have available at very affordable prices. They continue to create health-conscious, delicious snacks by implementing healthy alternatives rather than certain unhealthy ingredients. The newest location is located on Butterfield Road which opened on […]
REVIEW: Oak & Swine-A case of mismarketing or just a plain scam?
By Mira Nevins To eat or not eat, that is the question. Batavia’s new and very own Oak and Swine restaurant first opened on Wilson St. in 2019 being the newest restaurant to open in downtown Batavia in five years. Labeling themselves as a “Texas BBQ” establishment, I embarked on an adventure intending to go […]
REVIEW: Adele’s newest album, ’30,’ is her best yet
By Nicholas Klann Adele has said many times that divorce is a wild ride, and it’s not always a happy one. This is what her 2021 album 30 is all about. She dives into the emotions that come along with each stage of a breakup. Her talent for storytelling plays a great role in the […]
REVIEW: ‘The Power of the Dog’ fails to make a powerful statement
By Madison Wilson With three Golden Globe awards and numerous Oscar nominations, the movie The Power of the Dog seems to have caught the eyes of many. The movie, which came out in November, was nominated in seven different categories at the Golden Globes and came home with three awards just last month on Jan. […]
REVIEW: Big Thief’s new album is a great exploration of their sound
By Eli Balisi When I saw that Big Thief’s new album Dragon New Warm Mountain I Believe In You would be 80 minutes long, I was a little skeptical. Not because the band isn’t talented. They certainly are, but because this new album is double the length of their longest album. Even for the most […]
REVIEW: ‘I Love Hating You’ a definite must-listen for musicheads
By Brynne Albert Fall down for this EP, I Love Hating You (2020) is an artistic venture into previously uncharted territory for musician Frank Contreras, AKA FrankJavCee. Filled with catchy indie basslines and soft, airy vocals, this EP stands out from the crowd as an underrated musical gem of the 21st century and a definite […]
OPINION: Can you separate the art from the artist?
By Sarah Sinovich Ye (Kanye West), Lady A (formerly known as Lady Antebellum), and Justin Bieber are musicians that are highly criticized and deemed as controversial. I don’t particularly listen to their music every day because it just simply isn’t my favorite. Sure, I like a few off of each of their albums but they […]