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In light of “M3GAN” movie release, students, staff weigh societal implications of artificial intelligence

In light of “M3GAN” movie release, students, staff weigh societal implications of artificial intelligence

Pallevi Pillai January 9, 2023

The highly anticipated horror film “M3GAN” released in theaters Jan. 6. The film is centered around a programmer who creates a life-like robot designed to keep her young niece company. However, the...

GKOM Council members Brooke Ye (left) and Gauri Srinath (right) discuss GKOM session plans during SSRT. Ye said, “I’ve been enjoying planning the sessions and look forward to helping freshmen feel more supported throughout the school year.”

GKOMs to meet with Freshmen Class Oct. 27

Pallevi Pillai October 16, 2022

GKOMs will have their next session during SSRT on Oct. 27, according to sponsor Ryan Ringenberg. Senior Brooke Ye, a GKOM Council member, said that they are preparing for upcoming GKOM sessions. “Council...

As media continues to romanticize drug use, we need to remember negative effects of drugs

As media continues to romanticize drug use, we need to remember negative effects of drugs

Hibba Mahmood March 18, 2022

Season 2 of the popular HBO series, “Euphoria,”  premiered in January and continued into last month. The show follows a group of students through their normal high school life and sometimes shows...

With February being Black History Month, take time to reflect on POC authors

With February being Black History Month, take time to reflect on POC authors

Hibba Mahmood and Pallevi Pillai February 16, 2022

When I was in seventh grade, a friend recommended I read the book The Hate You Give by Angie Thomas. Later made into a movie, the story shares the heart wrenching tale of the main character Starr Carter...

As Half Notes workshop approaches, choir members reflect on leadership roles within performing arts community

As Half Notes workshop approaches, choir members reflect on leadership roles within performing arts community

Avery Carlisle January 16, 2022

Erin Gordon, Ambassadors member and senior, said she grew up surrounded by choir because her older brother was involved with it throughout his high school years.  She said, “When I was little, I...

Accents members perform live for the first time this year at the Palladium on April 25. Due to COVID-19 restrictions on auditorium capacity, the Accents held this event outdoors.

Accents members perform at Palladium, reflect on importance of live performances

Pallevi Pillai May 20, 2021

On April 25, the Accents choir group performed at the Palladium, the group’s first live performance this school year. Accents, along with the rest of Carmel Choirs, has been recording their concert pieces...

Junior Aleen
Zhao practices
her lines. She
said while
she thinks
progress with
representation
has been made,
there is still a
long way to go.

With Chinese director Chloe Zhao becoming the first woman of color to win the Best Director Oscar, students in “Mamma Mia: The Musical” reflect on Asian representation in media

Pallevi Pillai April 30, 2021

The Oscars made headlines this year for its diverse nominations, particularly for those of Asian descent. Steven Yeun, nominated for his performance in “Minari,” is the first Asian American to be nominated...

Using an assortment of
wires, string and beads, sophomore Izzy Monger creates products
for her store. She learned how to work with the materials last year
and her business took off a couple of months later.

Entertainment Spotlight: Sophomore Izzy Monger on her homemade jewelry business

Pallevi Pillai February 20, 2021

What sparked your interest in jewelry making? When did it start? Once quarantine started, I had an abundance of free time and I had recently found a box of beads in my basement, so I ordered some supplies...

Being physically alone should be normalized, promotes self-growth

Being physically alone should be normalized, promotes self-growth

February 14, 2021

For my entire life, I have always considered myself to be an introvert: I get drained quickly from large social gatherings, I have a small group of close-knit friends, and, most notably, I cherish my alone...

A tribute to the late Supreme Court Justice

A tribute to the late Supreme Court Justice

Pallevi Pillai November 9, 2020

When Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg had passed, I can remember social media being flooded with endless “Thank You RBG” appreciation posts by celebrities and other influential figures. They called her...

Taking comfort in watching nostalgic TV shows is relaxing amidst the pandemic

Taking comfort in watching nostalgic TV shows is relaxing amidst the pandemic

Pallevi Pillai October 23, 2020

Nearly eight months into the pandemic and this isolationist way of living and thinking are becoming second-nature to me. During this time, people have been rekindling their favorite solitary activities;...

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