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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

Facebook group bashes CHS, students fight back

By By Spencer Levy Megan Scanlan Staff Writers March 1, 2011

“Everyone hates CHS because we use bats [against cars], take computers for granted and think we are better than everyone else.” These are just a few of the posts on the new Facebook group “Everyone...

English teacher Reilly moonlights as master DJ

By By Meghna Balakumar Staff Writer Justine Stayman Staff Resources Manager March 1, 2011

A mild-mannered teacher by day and a master of the turntables by night, CHS freshman English teacher Matthew Reilly defies any assumptions about the supposedly banal life of teacher, with his part time...

New zodiac sign causes frenzy, influence crosses world

By By Bhaavya Srivastava Staff Writer March 1, 2011

In India, where I lived for the first 13 years of my life, the daily newspaper has a section for horoscopes that can predict a person’s day, including lucky colors, lucky numbers and what activities...

‘Eyeballing’ alcohol causes concern in community

By By Jordan Maser Staff Writer March 1, 2011

It is Friday night, and junior John* walks into a house party. He sees a group of people in what appears to be excruciating pain surrounding the bar. They are eyeballing vodka, and he decides to join them−a...

Students listen up with music-hiding hoodies

By By Julie Kracov Business Manager Olivia Parven Contest Manager March 1, 2011

During the 21st century technology boom, inventions such as the iPad, electronic books and other Internet-related devices have shaped a fast-paced society where technology and convenience have manipulated...

Shedding pesticides, food trends go au natural

By By Lori Koenick Staff Writer March 1, 2011

Organic food is one of the fastest growing industries in food production. Just stroll around the Cabin John Giant; it’s hard not to notice the word “organic” popping up on products in every section...

Concepts regarding cancer and its causes cleared up

By By Meghna Balakumar Staff Writer December 22, 2010

“That can cause cancer” is the most common reaction from my family members when they see me talking on my cell phone, warming food up in the microwave or surfing the Web on my laptop. In today’s...

After disheartening diagnosis, Bulldogs show support

By By Justine Stayman Staff Resource Manager December 22, 2010

Friends might describe junior Nachu Bhatnagar as a smart and quick-witted guy with more than an inclination for world domination. Nachu’s life experiences could never be described as limited; he skipped...

Studies question safety of hair straightening treatments

By By Camille Bachrach Online Editor-in-Chief Paige Gross Online Features Editor December 22, 2010

 Many people turn to Keratin Hair Straightening Treatment or Brazilian Blowout to remove frizz and curls from their excessively untamed hair. After hours of sitting through this lengthy process, hair...

Teens take dangerous risks when ‘whipping’

By By Luke Frentsos Sports Photo Editor December 22, 2010

Recently, a new word has been added to the CHS urban dictionary: whipping.  No, students are not beating each other with leather straps.  Instead they are sneaking out of their houses, stealing their...

Whipahol: Alcoholic whipped cream enters market, Product quickly met with legal restrictions

By By Becky Price Arts Editor December 22, 2010

Whipped cream has always had a naughty reputation. Little kids sneak a puff into their mouths when mom looks away, and older, raunchier characters use it as a component in sexual endeavors, but now it...

Mixed Dangers: Combination of alcohol and caffeine in drink raises blood content levels and health concerns

By By Emma Crutchfield Spencer Levy Staff Writers December 22, 2010

What is the result of combining five cans of beer and four cups of coffee? The answer is simple: a can of Four Loko. The alcoholic and energy drink Four Loko, created by Phusion Products Inc. of Chicago,...

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