By Lucia Vanderhorst – 11th Grade Every year new music comes out, but 2025 feels different. There were so many albums that completely took over social media, playlists and conversations at school. What makes this year special is how diverse the music is. You have pop, Latin, alternative, electronic and even artists who mix all of these together. When the Associated Press released its list … Continue reading The Album That Defined 2025 and Why Teens Love Them

By Lucia Vanderhorst – 11th Grade If you’ve ever watched Stranger Things and thought, “Wait a second… that scene feels familiar”, you’re not wrong. The show is a love letter to the 1980s, recreating the visuals, story beats, and tone of that era that make you feel nostalgic even if you weren’t alive then. Creators Matt Duffer and Ross Duffer got inspiration from the movies, … Continue reading Season 5 of Stranger Things: Bringing It All Full Circle for the Big End

By Lucia Vanderhorst – 11th Grade Sometimes you just need a movie that younger siblings, cousins, or even you can watch without overthinking. Children’s films today aren’t just silly distractions. Many mix humor, heartfelt storytelling, and visuals that are honestly stunning. The cool thing about 2025 is that streaming platforms are competing to drop family movies that can hold the attention of both kids and … Continue reading Five Children’s Movies You Can Stream Right Now Without Regret

By Lucia Vanderhorst – 11th Grade Music in 2025 feels like one big mash-up of vibes, emotions, and internet culture. The songs that people are talking about right now aren’t just background noise, they’re basically cultural check-ins. If you don’t know them, you might feel out of the loop when people start referencing lyrics on TikTok or when a chorus comes on at a party … Continue reading Eight Songs You Can’t Miss in 2025