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The Oscars statuette is a figure of a knight holding a crusader's sword on top of a reel of film. The Oscars are held every year and marked by their iconic statuette. Over the years, over 3,000 of these statuettes have been given to award winners, according to the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
The Oscars serve as both a celebration and a debate
Colette Leung, Staff Writer • February 8, 2025

A new year brings new awards to celebrate the past year's movies. Each year, people debate which movies are most deserving of these awards. The...

A teenage fan listens to one of Wallen's newer songs in anticipation for his upcoming album. Fans suspect that "Lies Lies Lies" will be one of the songs on his new album.
Morgan Wallen announces highly anticipated album and tour
Marin Moon, Staff Writer • January 31, 2025

Morgan Wallen, a popular country artist, has announced tour dates for his upcoming album, "I’m the...

A Monopoly player adds the “Go to Jail” expansion pack to their preexisting board game. This expansion pack includes corruption and super corruption cards which allow players to steal each other's properties, buy properties for discounts, and get free properties. “This pack seems like it would be my favorite because a game with mischief seems more fun than the classic Monopoly game,” said Sophia Lee, a sophomore at Carlmont.
Monopoly rolls past ‘Go’ with new expansion packs
Ava Rafii, Staff Writer • January 27, 2025

Monopoly levels up the board game world as it celebrates its 90th anniversary with brand new expansion...

Season two of "XO, Kitty" is available for streaming on Netflix as of Jan. 16. The show appeals to a teen audience and fans of the series' predecessor film, "To All the Boys I've Loved Before". The show's second season explores themes of friendship, romance, and self-realization.
‘XO Kitty:’ hugs, kisses, and the breakdown of Season 2
Jasmine Zelnis, Staff Writer • January 26, 2025

The second season of the Netflix original show "XO, Kitty" was officially released on Jan. 16, exciting...

With 2024 officially marking 50 years of Dungeons & Dragons (D&D), the media is noticing a shift in the game's popularity as D&D is pushed to more mainstream platforms. Evolving technologies are encouraging players to find innovative ways to play online while miles apart, but many feel traditional tabletop D&D will always be a favorite in the community. "The best way I have always found of describing the game is that you get to play through a book with your friends. A choose your own adventure you get to share with your table," said Carlmont teacher and D&D player of 20 years Travis Callan.
Dungeons & Dragons levels up to mainstream gaming
Gabrielle Charest, Staff Writer • January 22, 2025

In 2024, Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) saw its 50th anniversary, so players old and new are speculating...

Women in the past and present march for their rights. Inez Milholland rode a white horse in the 1913 Woman Suffrage Procession.
‘Suffs The Musical’ encourages women to ‘Keep Marching’
Piper Nguyen, Staff Writer • January 21, 2025

Audience members stirred as the cast and crew of “Suffs,” a Broadway musical, prepared for their...

"Beyoncé Bowl" is now available on the live streaming platform Netflix. "I get to watch this high quality performance whenever I want," said Hana Yamawaki. "It's revolutionary."
Beyoncé debuts ‘Cowboy Carter’ on Netflix’s ‘Beyoncé Bowl’
Johan Sijp, Staff Writer • January 21, 2025

Beyoncé paid homage to her heritage with her livestreamed "Beyoncé Bowl" show in partnership with Netflix. While...

A viewer selects the second season of "Squid Game" to watch within Netflix's Squid Game Collection. The highly-anticipated second season has dominated Netflix's Top 10 charts since its release on Dec. 26. "Season 2 is a lot more unpredictable than Season 1," said Katelyn Yee, a sophomore at Carlmont. "Unlike the first season, you can't really tell who's going to die and who's going to survive."
‘Squid Game’ Season 2 tops charts with global impact
Chloe Chu, Staff Writer • January 13, 2025

The highly-anticipated second season of “Squid Game,” directed by Emmy Award-winning director Hwang...

Students showcase their 2024 Spotify Wrapped, comparing vibrant visuals and personalized summaries. This year’s AI-driven features sparked mixed reactions, fueling conversations about music trends and listening habits.
Students share their take on this year’s Spotify Wrapped
Shreya Parmar, Staff Writer • December 16, 2024

Each December, Spotify users eagerly anticipate their Spotify Wrapped, a personalized summary of their...

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Crossword: Super Bowl
Crossword: Super Bowl
Jessica Li, Scot Scoop Editor • February 7, 2025
Crossword: The Grammys
Crossword: The Grammys
Emi Pajarillo, Scot Scoop Editor • February 6, 2025
Quiz: What snack food are you?
Quiz: What snack food are you?
Wesley Kron, Staff Writer • February 5, 2025
Crossword: Activists
Crossword: Activists
Isabelle Ling, Staff Writer • February 4, 2025
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