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Should children know about Santa?

Jade Bontron and Scarlett Carlson December 20, 2023

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Child stars: The price of being in the spotlight

Eshaal Qureshi, Guest Contributor December 15, 2023

Child stars are child celebrities who have risen to fame with their pursuit of acting and are popular because of the role they play in adding innocence and charm into a story. Although these kids seem...

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Debates over paparazzi photographers arise in The United States

Anagha Petle, Guest Contributor December 14, 2023

The art of paparazzi came to light in the second half of the 1950s, capturing unposed images of public figures in the heart of Italy. Fast forward to the year of 2023, people wonder if paparazzi have taken...

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Deepfakes and Artificial Intelligence: An output for crime or a helpful tool?

Michelle Eu, Guest Contributor December 13, 2023

At 12:00 AM, Sarah Kang, an international student in Texas received phone calls from Korea filled with worried messages from her parents as a scammer threatened them by fabricating a story that she was...

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Are video games a form of art?

Cameryn Allen, Guest Contributor December 12, 2023

Video games are a contentious topic among many. Some consider them to be a fun hobby to relax with, but some consider them to be destructive and induce violence and laziness. Because of this divide, there...

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Donating wisely during the holiday season

Manvi Tandon, Guest Contributor December 11, 2023

The season of spreading joy and showing gratitude by giving is an opportunity to show appreciation by participating in charity donations. In the holiday season, charities convince people to donate their...

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NCAA Pac-12 split: The never forgotten break-up

Elijah White, Guest Contributor December 8, 2023

Break-ups are always hard. Seeing couples who everyone thought would stay together forever just breaks people’s hearts. The National Collegiate Athletic Association is split into different conferences...

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Ruby Franke case sparks discussion on the future of family vlogging

Isabelle Smith, Staff Writer October 3, 2023

The mastermind behind the popular 8 Passengers YouTube channel, Ruby Franke, and her business partner, Jodi Hildebrant, were both arrested on August 30 for multiple counts of child abuse after one of Franke’s...

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The best study spots near Emerson

The best study spots near Emerson

Chloe Ro, Editor-in-Chief September 29, 2023

Whether seeking the serenity of a library or the buzz of a cafe, finding the perfect study spot is an art every student must master. As the school year kicks into high gear, the quest for that ideal study...

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Review: New York Fashion Week

Review: New York Fashion Week

Out with the old, in with the new?
Sahasra Elaprolu, Assistant Editor-In-Chief September 18, 2023

For almost 80 years, New York Fashion Week has allowed designers, new and old, to showcase their work by putting on shows to be perceived by the general public. Today, New York Fashion Week has become...

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Movie of the Summer: Barbie - What do Emerson students think?

Movie of the Summer: ‘Barbie’ – What do Emerson students think?

Sara Sabir, Staff Writer September 7, 2023

The Barbie movie, starring Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling, has been breaking records at the global box office, with more than $1 billion earned in box office sales. This exhibits a remarkable milestone...

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