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REVIEW: ‘Oppenheimer’ an ‘American Prometheus’

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 […]

REVIEW: Walmart brand TV stand


REVIEW: Walmart brand TV stand

By Emma Olberg Looking for a new tv stand, but don’t want to spend a fortune? Look no further than your local Walmart. ‘Mainstays,’ an exclusive Walmart brand, offers different types of home furniture, such as shelves, desks, couches, and side tables.  The Parsons 42-inch TV stand is available in multiple colors and is affordably […]

REVIEW: Don’t waste your money on McDonald’s new Bacon Cajun Ranch McCrispy


REVIEW: Don’t waste your money on McDonald’s new Bacon Cajun Ranch McCrispy

by Sophia Nahorski McDonald’s has introduced yet another variation of their classic McCrispy which includes a piece of crispy chicken on a toasted potato roll, and of course, the classic McDonald’s pickle. But, this new version is like nothing ever seen before at McDonald’s. The Bacon Cajun Ranch McCrispy is just like the classic McCrispy, […]

REVIEW: Is Dunkin’s new Kiwi Watermelon Refresher any good?


REVIEW: Is Dunkin’s new Kiwi Watermelon Refresher any good?

By Nela Sedlarova Dunkin’ will soon be releasing a new drink: the Kiwi Watermelon refresher. Come see what this new drink is all about. This new drink contains a slightly sour kiwi taste at first and then begins to taste like a sweet watermelon that perfectly refreshes your body after a few sips, which is […]

REVIEW: New Quest bar great, but not for the price


REVIEW: New Quest bar great, but not for the price

By Sasha Semanision For people who want to live a healthy lifestyle, finding snacks that are healthy, tasty and convenient is important. Protein bars are a popular option, and there are many to choose from. As a regular consumer of Quest protein bars, I decided to see how one of their new flavors, dipped chocolate […]

REVIEW: Avoid new Starbucks drink


REVIEW: Avoid new Starbucks drink

By Alexa Thompson Though people have different opinions, I think the Starbucks spicy refresher isn’t worth the money. The Starbucks refreshers were released in early April. The drinks come in pineapple, dragon fruit, and strawberry. I’m already a fan of the normal refreshers so I didn’t know how to think of it if there was […]

REVIEW: Taylor Swift’s “The Tortured Poets” album falls flat


REVIEW: Taylor Swift’s “The Tortured Poets” album falls flat

By Bella Punzio The opening song to the album, The Tortured Poets by Taylor Swift, is “Fortnight.” The album is known for being about Taylor’s ex(s), Joe Alwyn, Matty Healey, and her current boyfriend, Travis Kelce. The overall concept or meaning Taylor Swift is trying to convey is to reflect on her fame, current and […]

REVIEW: Cantina chicken soft taco has great taste, is cheap.


REVIEW: Cantina chicken soft taco has great taste, is cheap.

By Jackson Ketelson The new Cantina chicken soft taco from Taco bell is a great new thing that was added to the menu on March 28th of this year. Other things got added but this is the best thing that was added to the menu with the other items. I think people should go out […]

REVIEW: Crumbl Gives the Best Week of Cookies yet


REVIEW: Crumbl Gives the Best Week of Cookies yet

By Emma Wecker Crumble Cookie has been releasing six different cookies flavors each week. The week of April 8-13, they had Monster M&Ms, Cookie Dough, Cinnamon Scone, Chocolate Cupcake, Lemon Bar and Milk Chocolate Chip. Starting off, the milk chocolate chip cookie, which is a cookie that is always in the weekly lineup. It is […]

REVIEW: Dairy Queen’s new perfect Pink Animal Cracker Blizzard is cheap, delicious


REVIEW: Dairy Queen’s new perfect Pink Animal Cracker Blizzard is cheap, delicious

By Addison Brown The newest blizzard at Dairy Queen is the Animal Cracker Blizzard. It is now a part of Dairy Queen’s spring 2024 menu. The blizzard is filled with vanilla soft serve, pink confetti frosting, and frosted animal cracker pieces. When the blizzard is handed out, it has a light pink color and you […]

REVIEW: New Samyang Carbonara noodles are affordable, full of flavor


REVIEW: New Samyang Carbonara noodles are affordable, full of flavor

By Alexa Quiroz The new flavors of Samyang noodles have been recently trending all over TikTok. The company has recently created new flavors and everyone on social media is going crazy about them. The new spicy carbonara noodles definitely lived up to the hype and are totally worth a taste.  The Samyang company is known […]