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Karmin rocks the Fillmore

“Karmin” rocks the Fillmore

By Natalie Cortez, Public Relations Manager February 10, 2014

Though not yet a household name, the Boston-based pop-duo by the name of Karmin sure deserves it after their electrifying high-energy performance at the Fillmore Silver Spring Feb. 7.   The...

That Awkward Moment provides male perspective on a rom com genre

“That Awkward Moment” provides male perspective on a rom com genre

By Caitlin Doherty, Circulation Manager February 6, 2014

Killer cast, funny one-liners and a heartthrob protagonist all create a recipe for success: That Awkward Moment, a new romantic comedy that CHS students have been raving about.   The movie follows...

The Wolf of Wallstreet shocks audiences

‘The Wolf of Wallstreet’ shocks audiences

By Ross Tanenbaum, fact checker January 10, 2014

As the years of school wind down, students begin to wonder what they will do with their lives. The new movie The Wolf of Wall Street explains exactly what not to do.   The Wolf of Wall Street...

New Bollywood Movie, Dhoom3, brings all the action

New Bollywood Movie, “Dhoom3,” brings all the action

By Guransh Singh, Online Editor January 10, 2014

With the additions of Aamir Khan (3 Idiots) and Katrina Kaif (Yuvvraaj), Dhoom 3 mostly lives up to its immense hype. Dhoom 3 is a Bollywood action movie, revolving around the central theme of police chasing...

Childish Gambino releases Because the Internet

Childish Gambino releases “Because the Internet”

By Arjun Swaminathan, Productions Editor January 9, 2014

The latest offering from rapper Childish Gambino is a brilliant display of lyrical skill and musical talent, mesmerizing the listener.   Gambino, also known under his real name as actor Donald...

Ferrell’s ‘Anchorman’ sequel is ‘kind of a big deal’

Ferrell’s ‘Anchorman’ sequel is ‘kind of a big deal’

By Ross Tannenbaum, Fact Checker January 2, 2014

After a nine-year hiatus, Ron Burgundy and the Channel 4 News Team are back on the big screen. The sequel to the 2004 hit movie Anchorman was released Dec. 18. The new movie, Anchorman: The Legend Continues,...

Its that time of Year: the Jingle Ball Concert is Back

It’s that time of Year: the Jingle Ball Concert is Back

By Erica Spaeth, Photography Editor-in-Chief December 18, 2013

Each year, iHeart Radio and Hot 99.5’s Kane Show host Overstock.com’s Christmas concert “Jingle Ball” at the Verizon Center in Washington, DC. This concert consists of a lineup of performances...

Junior starts clothing company, donates profits

Junior starts clothing company, donates profits

By Ana Faguy, Production Editor November 26, 2013

One morning while walking through the hallway, you spot out of the corner of your eye a tiny tea cup on the cuff of someone’s short-sleeved shirt.  You question it but move on. Later that night while...

Student filmmaker aspires to make it to big screen

Student filmmaker aspires to make it to big screen

By Jamie Lescht, Online Editor-in-Chief November 26, 2013

Chris Welch still remembers when his son Danny was in elementary school and would create comic strips using stick figures. He would draw his characters in battles or humorous situations and would even...

County initiative aims to resuscitate local nightlife

County initiative aims to resuscitate local nightlife

By Jane Zankman, Chief Production Manager November 26, 2013

Bright lights, music, dancing and food trucks—upon reading these words, your mind probably jumped to the image of a night in New York or even downtown D.C, but the Montgomery County Nighttime Economy...

What’s Trending This Month

By Arjun Swaminathan, Production Editor November 26, 2013

What's trending this month: November 2013   The Marshall Mathers LP II Eminem’s eighth studio album, The Marshall Mathers LP II, was released Nov. 5.  Preceded by singles "Berzerk," "Survival,"...

Hoodie Allens Party with Your Friends tour comes to Silver Spring

Hoodie Allen’s “Party with Your Friends” tour comes to Silver Spring

By Madison Hurr, Production Editor November 26, 2013

Two thousand teenagers crowded into the Fillmore in Silver Spring on Friday Nov. 22. Girls and guys alike dressed as though it was summer, braving the wintry weather to see hip-hip artist and rapper Hoodie...

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