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Film Scores in the 2026 Winter Olympics Figure Skating Programs 

by Lilly Barnhart (‘27) Image courtesy of Getty Images ISU Skating Now that the 2026 Winter Olympics have come to an end, there is a sport still lingering on my mind — Figure Skating. This year, more than ever, the skaters were artistically moving and talented. And every time I heard a famous film score used as the accompanying music, the program held an entirely … Continue reading Film Scores in the 2026 Winter Olympics Figure Skating Programs 

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February Recipe: Mango Sorbet with Just Four Ingredients

by Sneh Makhecha (‘28) Image courtesy of Sneh Makhecha (‘28) As someone who loves ice cream with a burning passion, giving it up when switching to a vegan diet seemed absolutely impossible for me. Though there are plenty of store-bought vegan ice cream alternatives out there, they aren’t usually in stock at every single grocery store. Plus, they’re not exactly super healthy. So instead of … Continue reading February Recipe: Mango Sorbet with Just Four Ingredients

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❄️♥️ February Books♥️ ❄️

By Opal Frazier Johnson ‘28 Happily Never After By Lynn Painter Thursday, February 12 – Saturday, February 21 Rating: 4/5⭐ Images courtesy of Barnes & Noble and Audible How did I find this book? I’ve read several other books by Lynn Painter, like Better Than the Movies and Fake Skating. I thought that she only wrote Young Adult Romances, but this book was my entrance … Continue reading ❄️♥️ February Books♥️ ❄️

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Personal Review of Newly Opened Vietnamese Restaurant Gao in Madison Heights

By: Analie Nguyen ‘26 (Photo from Analie Nguyen ‘26) Gao is the most recently opened Vietnamese restaurant in Madison Heights. Madison Heights is home to the largest population of Vietnamese immigrants in the Metro Detroit area. Gao serves Vietnamese cuisine but with a particularly “hip” vibe. The space had previously been used as a pho restaurant for a decade. The pho restaurant moved out a … Continue reading Personal Review of Newly Opened Vietnamese Restaurant Gao in Madison Heights

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Street Food: What It Means to An Asian American

By: Analie Nguyen (‘26) (Photo from Pew Research Center) When I was younger, I lived in a predominantly white community. To illustrate, out of 800 students in my elementary school, there were 4 Asian kids: my sister, my cousins, and me. It was not a very diverse community. Coupled with the fact that kids are usually ignorant and immature, it was not easy being Asian.  … Continue reading Street Food: What It Means to An Asian American

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Ennio Morricone and How He Allowed Music to Play a Leading Role in Movies

By Lilly Barnhart (‘27) Image courtesy of Pitchfork Ennio Morricone — one of the biggest names in film music. While many may not know his name, they certainly will know his legendary whistling theme from “The Good, The Bad And The Ugly”. Simply put, Ennio Morricone can be called a musical genius, and because his powerful compositions can be admired with or without an accompanying … Continue reading Ennio Morricone and How He Allowed Music to Play a Leading Role in Movies

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November Recipe: No-Bake 3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies

By Sneh Makhecha (‘28) Image courtesy of Sneh Makhecha (‘28) In the winter months, we all tend to crave a hearty dessert in order to satisfy our sweet tooth. It might be because the cold weather makes us hungrier, or maybe it’s because of the extravagant holiday sweets displayed on store windows. Whatever the reason, I also happened to be craving a sweet treat just … Continue reading November Recipe: No-Bake 3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies

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Mettle in Motown

by Ian King (‘29)The Holiday season isn’t just a time for celebration and family gatherings; it’s also a period filled with exciting events in sports and art. The Detroit Lions and Pistons have been competing intensely against their opponents, with their struggles and successes reflecting their hard work and dedication. Meanwhile, the local theater scene’s festive productions are bringing joy and classic stories to life. … Continue reading Mettle in Motown

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The Score of Guillermo Del Toro’s Frankenstein

By Maria Jose Alvarez Toribio (’27) and Lilly Barnhart (’27) Image courtesy of IMDB This past month, Guillermo Del Toro’s adaptation of Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein, starring Mia Goth, Jacob Elordi, and Oscar Isaac, was released both in theaters and on Netflix. What set this film apart from past adaptations such as Frankenstein (1931) and Bride of Frankenstein (1935) was its remarkable score, written by French … Continue reading The Score of Guillermo Del Toro’s Frankenstein

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