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The Observer

The School Newspaper of Winston Churchill High School.

The Observer

The School Newspaper of Winston Churchill High School.

The Observer

The popularity of holiday themed music surges during wintertime every year. Bing Crosby's, "Bing At Christmas," is one of many examples of artists straying away from their usual music genres.

Silent night no more: holiday music is back in full force

By Michael Demske, Assistant News Editor January 10, 2022

‘Tis the season to snuggle up under a blanket beside a crackling fire, drink a smoldering cup of hot chocolate in the finest #1 DAD mug, and listen to Ariana Grande on the speaker. Ariana Grande on the...

With the spotlight on her, Eleanor Raab sings one of her solos in "The Addams Family." Raab plays Morticia Adams, one of the leads in WCHS's fall musical.

Student Art Spotlight: Eleanor Raab

By Caitlin Murphy, Assistant Online Editor January 10, 2022

Sauntering across the stage, Eleanor Raab commands the stage in her performance of Morticia Addams. With her illusive smile and a twirl of her long black hair, it is no surprise she easily captivates her...

The iconic Spotify Wrapped personal recap that millions of people post on social media is depicted above. Representing some of the things people look forward to the most, their specific top artists and songs.

Spotify listeners are wrapped up in their yearly music review

By Justin Greenzaid, Sports Editor December 14, 2021

Many people look forward to December for various reasons, the most significant being the holiday season that entails presents and vacations. However, WCHS students along with millions of people world-wide...

Nina Dobrev stars as Natalie Bauer, an unlucky with love journalist who is taken on a journey of romance and self acceptance. Released on Nov. 5 2021, "Love Hard" is a diverse watch for the holidays.

Netflix’s “Love Hard” can be hard to watch

By Ela Jalil, Online Editor-in-Chief December 9, 2021

A Netflix rom-com that includes catfishing is usually a recipe for disaster, with the 2018 original “Sierra Burgess Is a Loser” acting as a defense for this manipulative behavior, and being a prime...

Pumpkin spice products flooded the shelves of stores this fall, once again cementing the trends place in the Fall season.

Taste test: Flavors of fall

By Liam Klein, Opinions Editor December 2, 2021

Well, it is that time of the year again. The leaves begin to change to vibrant colors of red, orange and yellow. The sun starts setting earlier and the weather gets colder. And as of recent years, the...

The poster for the Marvel movie "Eternals," released on Nov. 5 2021, features the names of the well-known cast. Though these actors played their roles well, the development of the characters was not present in the film.

Marvel’s “Eternals” should not last forever on movie screens

By Maya Bhattiprolu, Copy Editor November 25, 2021

A movie about immortal superheroes sounds like the perfect addition to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. However, “Eternals,” released Nov. 5 2021, falls short of expectations and fails to incorporate...

The "Where Do Words Come From" exhibit at the Planet Word museum in Washington, D.C. features a 22-foot-tall talking wall that tells the story of the English language.

You have our word: check out DC’s latest museum

By Caitlin Murphy, Assistant Online Editor November 25, 2021

Sprinkle. Kumquat. Bamboozle. These seemingly obscure and unrelated words all have one thing in common: they are all part of the English language. But how were these words created? How did they become...

This Dune photo cover displays the leading actors in the movie. The film is starring Timothee Chalamet, Rebecca Ferguson, Oscar Isaac, and many others and was released on October 22nd.

Stellar “Dune” cast doesn’t excuse confusion

By Paige Tasin, Assistant Arts Editor November 25, 2021

“Dune” has been one of the most widely-anticipated films of the year. Everyone has been patiently waiting to see Timothee Chalamet, Zendaya and many others star in an action-packed film based on the...

"Squid Game" has spread its popularity throughout the world. According to the Guardian, the show has topped Netflix charts in more than 80 countries! The hype for the show is real!

Netflix’s deadly Korean-drama takes the world by storm

By Elijah Savett, Observations Editor November 25, 2021

Imagine being in tremendous debt. Being unemployed and trying to make some money by  gambling on horse races. But then, a mysterious invitation is sent to hundreds of these desperate people, giving them...

The David Driskell art exhibit at the Phillips Collection, which is located in the Dupont Circle area. The Phillips Collection is celebrating their 100 year anniversary this year.

Unique places in D.C. for students to check out

By Olivia Yasharoff, Editor-in-chief November 19, 2021

Although Washington, D.C. is only approximately a 30-minute ride from Potomac, it is easy to forget how close this hub of culture resides for WCHS students to explore. These are three ideas for fun activities...

The Van Gogh Exhibition: the Immersive Experience surrounds viewers in artwork. The room is covered corner to corner with the famous painting, The Starry Night.

Art lovers must “Gogh” to this immersive exhibition

By Paige Tasin, Assistant Arts Editor October 26, 2021

It is easy for most teenagers to agree on one thing: art museums are quite boring for those lacking a deep understanding of art. Moving from room to room, staring at paintings that don’t reveal much...

A still from the seventh episode of the series, "The Elder" showcases the show's unique animation style of cultural blends.

“Star Wars: Visions” is a twist on a galaxy far, far away…

By Liam Klein, Opinions Editor October 26, 2021

Star Wars is one of the most iconic franchises in all of pop culture history with its distinct styles of storytelling and world-building. With three trilogies, two stand-alone movies, a near-endless number...

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