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The Netflix show “One Day” has become a new sensation, garnering 5.3 million views in its first four days on Netflix, according to Variety. The show secured first place on the streaming platform’s top 10 list in the U.K.

‘One Day’ tells a gut-wrenching, authentic story of young love

Zoe Karibian, Media Team March 4, 2024

Netflix's new series “One Day” is a love story with a controversial ending, as millions who read the bestselling novel by David Nicholls – or watched the disappointing film adaptation starring Anne...

Karen M. McManus brings her popular book trilogy to a close with the publishing of “One of Us is Back” July 25, 2023. Her eloquent novel captured the attention of readers through elements of relatability and inclusivity, as well as point-of-view narration.

Review: “One of Us is Back” provides ending to Bayview High trilogy

Rina Kobayashi, Reporter February 29, 2024

While sitting on my couch reading “One of Us is Back” by Karen M. McManus, I suddenly found myself turning the last few pages of the book. I was surprised and incredibly saddened by how quickly I came...

Bubble Magik is located on the fourth floor of the Selfridges department store as well as the Ealing Broadway Shopping Center in London. The cafe opened in 2019, and provided shoppers with a large variety of bubble teas and iced coffee.

Bubble Magik beverages offer wide range of flavors

Maya Janssens and Ayla Rafiq February 27, 2024

Bubble Magik’s menu offers a broad range of variations on bubble tea, from familiar favorites to distinctive flavor combinations under. Bubble tea is a tea-based drink with chewy tapioca pearls or popping...

The Grammy Awards celebrate top musicians and their productions from the course of the year Feb. 5. Before the award presentations took place, stars walked the runway to show off their outfits.

Top 5 worst red carpet looks from the Grammy Awards

Isabella Gibson and Ailish Herrmann February 20, 2024

The Grammys, a prestigious awards ceremony for music presented by the Recording Academy, offers an opportunity for top designers to showcase their latest designs. While a dress code isn't explicitly stated,...

In “The Studio,” created in 1969, Guston presents the artist as a Klansman. Guston was willing to ask the uncomfortable questions, probing themes of evil and accountability, in a greater stride for societal justice. Guston used signature symbols from his life and paintings in this piece, such as a cigarette, clock, lightbulb, window and paintbrushes.

GALLERY Philip Guston’s retrospective show highlights artistic dexterity, political expression

Ruby Rogers, Media Team February 10, 2024

A white, triangular figure with two cartoonish black eyes crafted from heavy brushstrokes; meaty hands smoke a cigarette and paint a self-portrait. Buckets of paint sit in the foreground and a singular...

Taylor Swift, who was recently named Times Person of the Year, has used a tactical approach to her career in recent years that has expanded her popularity. The benefits have been felt by fans, the wider music industry and the economy as a whole.

Taylor Swift’s success demonstrates benefits of business approach to entertainment

Biraj Khadka, Reporter January 23, 2024

2023 has been a massive year for Taylor Swift, whose media presence has become increasingly ubiquitous. Through several strategic moves, namely embracing her previous eras and fusing them into her present-day...

Taylor Swifts chai sugar cookies, with their cozy blend of spices, perfectly complement the comforting vibes of autumn, much like Swifts music. The recipe has taken the internet by storm every autumn since it was originally posted in 2014.

Feast or Flop: Taylor Swift’s chai sugar cookies

Eliah Tucker, Reporter January 9, 2024

It’s the season of miserable chill, when all of London dons North Face puffers, iced coffees are replaced by warm wintery drinks on cafe menus and baking becomes the seasonal hobby.  Take the chai...

A queue forms outside new concept cafe Knoops at its High Street Kensington location. Known for its chocolate expertise, the store had a busy evening at one of its biggest locations.

Concept cafe Knoops rivals Starbucks

Alexandra Theofilopoulou, Reporter December 15, 2023

The anticipation for Starbucks’s holiday drinks, once a highlight of my festive holiday season, has lost its spark. These days, Starbucks relies on recurring holiday favorites in order to mask its lack...

Located in Soho, Chilango Brewer Street offers a wide range of Mexican food and drinks. I visited Chilango for lunch to experience the food in person for the first time.

Restaurant chain Chilango offers variety of Mexican food

Aden Ovenden, Reporter December 11, 2023

The restaurant Chilango, with seven locations throughout London, provides customers with delicious and efficient Mexican street food. Three of the seven locations have seating, allowing you to eat in,...

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