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When comparing the three artists' Spotify monthly listeners from September 2023 and 2024, Chappell Roan had the biggest individual growth, seeing a 4500% increase in listeners.

Female pop artists of the summer

Davis Adams, Copy Editor Oct 2, 2024

In recent summers, radio stations and social media pages have been bombarded with superficial, meaningless and overall lifeless music, all of it coming from a want to have the next ‘song of the summer.’ But...

Torrez poses with the "Outstanding Performance" medal that he won for his efforts at the UIL state competition. This year, he's focusing on helping his peers achieve similar goals. "I'm [trying to] become better and help people out that are [also] trying to [win awards]" he said.

From music to medals

Dawson Sotiriades, Reporter Sep 18, 2024

Before he even starts to perform his solo in front of the judge, he knows just how much even one small mistake will cost him. He knows how difficult his piece is, with no Bellaire student having played...

Agatha Christie's "And Then There Were None" played at the Alley Theatre from July 19 to Sept. 1. It was directed by Elizabeth Williamson.

A countdown of survival

Grace Turney Sep 7, 2024

Agatha Christie is one of the most talented mystery authors. She has graced the world of literature with her distinguished ability to simultaneously entertain and baffle readers. I haven’t read all...

"A Quiet Place: Day One" released in theaters on June 26, 2024. It premiered at the Tribeca Festival.

Not a single sound

Marina Martinez Aug 21, 2024

What would you do if you found out it was your last day to live? Would you accept death? Fight to survive? Or would you quietly try to find hope in the darkness, one last time? Samira, played...

Noa is the movie's main character who embarks on a quest of revenge after his village is destroyed by Proximus Caesar. He's an intriguing protagonist in that his cleverness and approaches to conflicts are interesting to watch unfold and represent his character well.

Why ‘Kingdom of the Planet of The Apes’ isn’t like other blockbusters

Dawson Sotiriades, Reporter May 29, 2024

Modern blockbusters stink. From lazy writing to laughable special effects to bland characters, many of the newer movies released from previously successful franchises like Marvel or Star Wars show no...

The Gaang rides on the flying bison Appa as they prepare for their next destination on their journey to defeat Fire Lord Ozai. Netflix released a live-action adaptation of the popular animated show "Avatar: The Last Airbender" on Feb. 22.

Animated who?

Emma Xiao and Claire Bradford May 14, 2024

We remember spending late nights during the pandemic watching “Avatar: The Last Airbender” episodes well past our bedtimes. The intro is ingrained in our mind: “... but everything changed when the...

Merida and her mother, Queen Elinor, from the Disney movie Brave. Their imperfect adventures throughout the movie showcase true mother-daughter love.

Mamma movie marathon

McKenzie Le, Reporter May 10, 2024

For Mother’s Day, my mom, sisters and I like to gather on the couch with bowls of popcorn, remote in hand, ready to watch a marathon of our favorite girl-power, mother-daughter movies. Here are some...

Dune Part 2 was released on March 1, 2024, in theaters. The movie, which was directed by Denis Villeneuve, has grossed $695.8 million worldwide.

‘Dune: Part Two’: A cinematic sci-fi masterpiece

Sophia Zhao, Entertainment Editor May 9, 2024

Piercing red burned across the skyline as orange hues gathered over the neverending line of dunes. The entire landscape was silent; only the wind whistling over the hills could be heard. Rhythmic signaling...

Asha believes everyone's wishes should be granted. Despite being told it could be dangerous, she continues believing it is a good idea.

Not what I wished for

Marina Martinez, Artist & Page Designer May 7, 2024

MAY CONTAIN SPOILERS Star light, star bright. First star I see tonight, I wish I may, I wish I might. Have this wish I wish tonight to forget this movie ever existed. I can’t name a bigger movie...

This year, spring break lasts from March 9 to 17. There are plenty of fun ways to spend it in Houston.

A spring staycation

Grace Turney, Entertainment Editor Mar 8, 2024

Soaking in the sun on Maui. Navigating New York City’s lively streets. Wandering through Paris’s magical sights. The idea of a dream vacation like these lurks beneath the days leading up to spring...

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