A Brave New World in the MCU

By: Warren Shiu, Staff Writer On Valentine’s Day this year, Marvel Studios released Captain America: Brave New World, the latest installment in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Despite high expectations, the film has struggled at the box office, grossing just…

Analyzing the Symbolism of Kendrick Lamar’s Halftime Show

By: Tianyou Lee, Staff Writer After an explosive past year which included a rap beef with Drake, the release of his sixth studio album GNX, and five wins from the Grammys, rapper Kendrick Lamar performed on one of the biggest…

The Weeknd Reaches Monday

By: Andres Luis Makilan, Staff Writer After 15 years of a long and storied musical career, Abel Tesfaye, popularly known as The Weeknd, is retiring the alias after releasing his long-awaited album ‘Hurry Up Tomorrow’.  The decision comes from a…

Grammys 2025

By: Emily Wu, Staff Writer The Grammys 2025, hosted by Trevor Noah, have caused a rollercoaster of emotions throughout the States with its announcements of winners. The award show was started to congratulate the music field throughout the year. There…

Streaming vs. Theaters: Where Should Movies Premiere?

By: Noah Ung, Staff Writer As the entertainment industry evolves, a big question is on everyone’s mind: Sould movies go straight to streaming platforms, or should they premiere in theaters first? The rise of streaming services like Netflix and Disney+…

Wicked: Did It Defy Expectation?

By: Amelia Naughten, News Editor Every cinematic era has its trademark colors. The summer of 2023 was marked by one color: pink–and not just any plain pink, but the iconic, hot, Barbie pink. Come winter 2024, and theaters across the…

Beef, Brain Rot, Brat: A 2024 Pop Culture Recap

By: Kalyssa Chu, Staff Writer As we leave 2024 in the past, one thing remains certain: the year was nothing short of unforgettable. From viral sensations to history-making achievements, here’s a look back at the pop culture highlights of 2024….

Mark Chan: Capturing Life One Video at a Time

By: Warren Shiu, Staff Writer For Mills Senior Mark Chan, being a content creator isn’t just a hobby – it’s a way to express himself, connect with others, and unwind. What started as a fun experiment has quickly grown into…

A Look into the Life of a Student Artist

By: Noah Ung, Staff Writer The term “artist” encompasses a diverse range of creators, from musicians to painters and sculptors. But what does it mean to truly be an artist? To explore this, we take a closer look at the…