Panic! at the Disco’s third album offers new sound

By Lauren Price, Staff Writer
April 12, 2011

Three years after releasing their second album and two years after a shocking split, rock band Panic! at the Disco finally released their third studio album, Vices and Virtues. Panic’s last two albums had drastically different sounds; their debut album A Fever You Can’t Sweat Out was widely compared... Read more »

Staff, students eagerly await British sci-fi TV series

Jessica Hirsch, Online Editor-in-Chief and Nina Mohebbi, Staff Writer
April 12, 2011

Beginning its sixth season this April, one British television show has been the foundation of a cultural phenomenon complete with a cult-like fan base. Yet, most Americans have never even heard of it. “Doctor Who?” they may ask, skeptically. For the few who have heard of the show, Guinness World... Read more »

YouTube star gives new meaning to ‘Black Friday’

Meghna Balakumar, Online Observations Editor By Justine Stayman, Circulation Manager
April 12, 2011

Forget Bieber fever, a new musical pandemic recently swept the globe in a testament to both the power of the Internet and the public’s hunger for Charlie Sheen-esque feats of failure. This new sensation has had many singing its catchy chorus as they wait with friends by the bus stop, enlighten others... Read more »

Mixt Greens provides all natural, healthy food

Sophia Tapper, Staff Writer
April 12, 2011

Mixt Greens, located in Wildwood Shopping Center, provides a healthy, fun, eco-friendly approach to salads. Similar to Sweet Green in Bethesda, Mixt Greens specializes in salads personalized for each customer. The atmosphere is extremely fresh and earthy. The floors, walls and tables are all made of... Read more »

D.C. restaurant offers delicious food, ping pong

Alec Fanaroff, Staff Writer
April 12, 2011

In a city known for its historic monuments, political figures and excessive traffic, a local hidden gem is waiting to be found. Comet Ping Pong, located at 5037 Connecticut Avenue in Washington D.C., is a true one-of-a-kind pizza experience, so much so that it was featured on Food Network’s, Diners... Read more »

New Khalifa album falls short of past mixtapes

Josh Samson, Arts Editor
April 12, 2011

When Wiz Khalifa exploded onto the mainstream music scene in 2010, his mixtape Kush and Orange Juice became a trending topic on both Google and Twitter, and it seemed like things were looking up for the Pittsburgh rapper. With his new album, the aptly-titled Rolling Papers, hip-hop’s new favorite... Read more »

Raekwon returns with classic Wu-Tang magic

By Josh Samson, Staff Writer
March 21, 2011

For most musicians, 18 years of making music with a group and making solo albums would be enough to dry up the creativity that once made an individual famous. For Raekwon, this veteran status has only made him stronger and wiser as an emcee and a master of wordplay. This is only proved to be more true... Read more »

“Take Me Home” brings classic ’80s touch to screen

By Claudia Shannon, Features Production Editor
March 21, 2011

The ‘80s were a time of neon, perms, bad dance moves and unforgettably atrocious and amazing music. Take Me Home Tonight encompasses the decade in all of its glory with a hilarious cast and a spunky, albeit reused, plotline. The film revolves around college-grad Matt Franklin (Topher Grace, That 70’s... Read more »

Food trucks serve up cheap, delicious treats

By Jane Zankman, Staff Writer
March 21, 2011

Listening for the faint jingle of the ice-cream truck has become a thing of the past. Restaurants on wheels, otherwise known as food trucks, offer tasty and exotic food at a low cost. Hungry people can receive text messages from Twitter and Facebook directing them to where they can enjoy deep-dish pizzas,... Read more »

“Epic Mealtime” parodies modern eating culture

By Kyle Edwards, New Production Editor By Alec Fanaroff, Online Opinions Editor
March 21, 2011

Mixing the overindulgence of the food industry, heavy imagination and a carnivorous obsession of all things red and juicy, YouTube’s newest phenomenon is the Epic Mealtime series. Since September, millions of people around the world have been captivated by an anonymous group of Canadian men and women... Read more »