By Kathy Williams, Features Assignment Editor COVID-19 has challenged in-store retailers across the nation by making them enforce social distancing, mask wearing and other sanitization procedures. However, retailers such as Walmart, Best Buy and Target are still planning on implementing sales for the Black Friday season. Black Friday, the term given to the Friday after…
By Cammie Dutchess, Managing Editor “Grand Army,” a new Netflix original series, follows five teens as they navigate and overcome high school, political and social obstacles. The series, which is ranked nine in the top 10 in the U.S. today, is set in a fictional Brooklyn high school where people of all identities attend. The…
By John Pullano and Matt Villanueva, Editor-in-Chief and Features Editor 13 years ago, CBS brought to television one of the most unique reality shows of the 21st century: Kid Nation. Hosted by Jonathon Karsh, CBS took 40 kids into a desert eigth miles south of Santa Fe, New Mexico to spend 40 days in Bonanza…
By Emilie Weinbeck, Staff Writer Shonda Rhimes has produced and created many hit TV shows since her start in the industry in 1995. She is best known as the creator and writer of the medical drama “Grey’s Anatomy.” Shonda also created, wrote and executive produced the “Grey’s Anatomy” spin-off “Private Practice” and the political thriller…
New Netflix docu-series follows deaf students in D.C. By Kaitlin Sinclair, Staff Writer The Netflix original series released on Oct.9, “Deaf U” is a Netflix docuseries that follows a group of friends who attend Gallaudet University and are either deaf or hard of hearing. Through eight 20-minute episodes, the audience is exposed to what is…
By Cody Shimp, Contributing Writer It is no secret that the COVID-19 pandemic has had an impact on the lives of everyone. An impact socially, mentally and physically. This pandemic has not only impacted everyone’s lives now, but has changed the future too. People across the globe have lost family members, friends, jobs, money, social…
By Emilie Weinbeck, Staff Writer “The Haunting of Bly Manor” is gaining star status. The top 10 Netflix series is a supernatural horror series, created by Mike Flanagan, and is loosely based on Henry James’s novella “The Turn of the Screw.” It is the follow-up series to “The Haunting of Hill House’’ and the second…
By Kathy Williams, Features Assignment Editor Many celebrities have voiced their opinions on President Trump, however singer Demi Lovato wrote a song to publicly announce her views. “Commander in Chief” by Lovato is a political song that discusses issues in the United States today. Lovato’s single “Commander in Chief” was released on Oct. 14 through…
By Kelsey Purcell, Contributing Writer Bryson Tiller released “Trapsoul” and long awaited, deluxe edition new album, “Anniversary.” Bryson Tiller is known to mix R&B and hip hop. His style of music is comparable to artists like PartyNextDoor and Roy Woods. He has a soft tone, smooth rhythm and incorporates a synthesizer to create a fusion…
By Ashley Gallagher, Contributing Writer After the success of her third full-length album, “Manic,” Halsey has released the deluxe version of the album. She released two new songs, two remixes, two acoustic songs, four stripped songs and her song with Marshmello, ”Be Kind,” on the deluxe version. These additions help to amplify the themes and…
By Emilie Weinbeck, Staff Writer A new series of documentaries are bringing viewers an inside look into some of the most pressing issues facing society. The “New York Times Presents” is a series of ten standalone documentaries that air every other Friday of each month on Hulu and FX. The series represents the unparalleled journalism…
By Kieran Ryan, Contributing Writer In a world torn by political distress, social injustice and a global pandemic, there is only one thing that can cause society to put their differences behind and unite as one: Fads. Silly bands, Tamagotchis and Psy’s Gangnam Style are just a few examples of the extensive and rich history…
By Max McAuliff, Opinion Editor Christopher Nolan is the most talented writer and director in the entertainment industry right now. Yes, more talented than Quentin Tarantino, Steven Spielberg or even Martin Scorsese. Nolan consistently releases movies that not only receive great reviews, but that make a boatload of money at the box office as well.…
By Kathy Williams, Features Assignment Editor Legendary songwriter and guitarist Eddie Van Halen died on Tuesday, Oct. 6 at age 65. The rock star struggled with several health complications such as injuries from stage performances and diverticulitis, but his death is attributed to his battle with throat cancer. Edward Lodewijk Van Halen, known as Eddie…
By Matthew Villanueva, Features Editor Strictly based on James Comey’s autobiographical memoir, “A Higher Loyalty,” Jeff Daniels plays the discharged former-FBI director in Showtime’s new Mini-Series “The Comey Rule,” released on Sept. 27. Hired to be the successor to Robert Muller as director of the FBI by President Barack Obama in 2014, Comey’s rise and…
Iconic justice leaves vacant seat in Supreme Court By Emelie Weinbeck, Staff Writer The United States of America lost an icon on Sept. 18. Ruth Bader Ginsburg died at 87 from complications of pancreatic cancer. Ginsburg left behind a legacy of landmark cases, advancements in women’s rights and a spotlight in pop culture. Ginsburg started…
By Cammie Dutchess, Managing Editor Thrift shopping has become increasingly popular with teenagers and young adults the past few years. Instead of heading to the mall on weekends, this generation has directed their time to thrift stores and it is not all because of the prices. Well, let’s not rule out the cheap price tag,…
By Kathy Williams, Features Assignment Writer WSBU 88.3 “The Buzz,” St. Bonaventure University’s on-campus radio station, has stayed an unsung hero for the campus and local community. Music, creativity, news, sports and opinions are all topics shared through the voices of the students on “The Buzz.” Chandler Poczciwinski, a senior accounting major and station manager,…
By Margaret DeMarco Contributing Writer The student becomes the master in the new spin-off series “Cobra Kai.” Daniel LaRusso, the karate kid, lives his best life with his picture-perfect family and successful business until his luck runs out when he encounters people from his past. On Aug. 28, Netflix opened its doors to the Karate…
By Ethan Kerr, Contributing writer Joji’s sophomore LP “Nectar,” released on Sept. 25, tries to launch the up and comer to a consistent player in the R&B scene. Featuring singles such as “Gimme Love and Sanctuary,” as well as featuring collaborations with stars like Lil Yachty and Diplo. “Nectar” clocks in at 53 minutes and…