American Idol’s Last Season Will Air in 2016

by Emily Engle FOX has announced that the American Idol fifteenth season beginning in January 2016 will be the series’ final; the announcement went public two days before the finale airing of American Idol’s fourteenth season, speculated to be a gamble by producers to boost viewings for the finale. When AI returns in January, the season will be christened a “farewell season” and will feature … Continue reading American Idol’s Last Season Will Air in 2016

It’s a Girl! Second Royal Baby Born

by Emily Engle At 11:09 a.m. on the steps of the Lindo Wing of St. Mary’s Hospital in Paddington, London, news was made public of the birth of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge’s second child, a daughter.  The girl was born at 8:34 a.m., weighing 8 lbs, 3 oz; her name was announced a few days later to be Charlotte Elizabeth Diana. Charlotte, simply … Continue reading It’s a Girl! Second Royal Baby Born

J.K. Rowling’s Most Recent Novel Adapted to Miniseries

by Emily Engle J.K. Rowling, best known as the author of the wildly-popular fantasy series Harry Potter, wrote in 2012 a new novel, The Casual Vacancy.  Now, it’s being adapted by HBO into a mini-series set to premiere in the U.S. on April 29. The three-hour adaptation is being produced by Rowling herself, will star The King’s Speech‘s Michael Gambon, and will premiere in two … Continue reading J.K. Rowling’s Most Recent Novel Adapted to Miniseries

JUSTIN BIEBER THROWN OUT OF COACHELLA FOR FIGHTING WITH SECURITY

by Emily Engle On March 30, Justin Bieber infamously delivered at the end of “The Comedy Central Roast of Justin Bieber” a plea to the public to forgive his past transgressions because in the future, he would reform his behavior in an effort to respect and preserve his fan base. But only two weeks later on Sunday, April 12, Bieber was escorted from the annual … Continue reading JUSTIN BIEBER THROWN OUT OF COACHELLA FOR FIGHTING WITH SECURITY

Actor Harrison Ford Hospitalized After Plane Crash

by Emily Engle On Thursday, March 5, at 2:25 PM PT, 72-year-old actor Harrison Ford (well-known star of the Indiana Jones and Star Wars series) radioed to nearby air towers that the vintage plane he was flying had experienced engine failure and he needed to make “an immediate return.”  He was given permission to land on a nearby runway but his plane was in such … Continue reading Actor Harrison Ford Hospitalized After Plane Crash

87th Academy Awards Labelled “Feminist Oscars” with Viral #AskHerMore

by Emily Engle Last Sunday, February 22, the Academy hosted its 87th Oscars but this one immediately stood out from the previous 86: it was quickly branded as the “Feminist Oscars” due to a viral hashtag #AskHerMore. The campaign launched from The Representation Project, an organization dedicated to ending gender stereotypes.  But it quickly became popular after celebrities such as Reese Witherspoon, Patricia Arquette, Shonda … Continue reading 87th Academy Awards Labelled “Feminist Oscars” with Viral #AskHerMore

“American Sniper” Generates Record-Breaking Criticism and Profits

by Emily Engle Starring Bradley Cooper as the Navy SEAL sharpshooter Chris Kyle who racked up more than 160 confirmed kills during his time in Iraq, American Sniper tells Kyle’s story and with each weekend that it plays in theaters, it is only growing in both popularity and controversy.  The R-rated film is already nominated for both 6 Oscars and 6 Academy awards and has … Continue reading “American Sniper” Generates Record-Breaking Criticism and Profits

Ohio State Buckeyes Beat Michigan Wolverines 42-28

by Emily Engle (picture from Greg Bartram of USA TODAY sports) Saturday, November 29, the Ohio State Buckeyes played the Michigan Wolverines in their biggest rivalry game of the season and won, 42 to 28.  This brought the Buckeyes to a now 11 and 1 record, with their only loss being to Virginia Tech in the second game of the season. The game nearly passed … Continue reading Ohio State Buckeyes Beat Michigan Wolverines 42-28

Bellbrook Football Wins SWBL, Competes in Regional Semi-Finals

by Emily Engle Bellbrook senior Alex Fryman described the football team’s season perfectly when he stated, “Our senior class prides itself on being the first class to bring Bellbrook back to where we should be, back to the glory days.”  He was referencing Bellbrook’s recent SWBL championship title and advancement all the way to regional semifinals competition before they fell to Trotwood-Madison. Starting the season, … Continue reading Bellbrook Football Wins SWBL, Competes in Regional Semi-Finals

Bellbrook Marching Band Second In Nation with “Paris Sketches”

by Emily Engle On Saturday, November 15, the Bellbrook Marching Band took second place in the nation for their class in Grand Nationals competition, performing their show “Paris Sketches.” Grand Nationals is the final, biggest competition in the season for marching bands across the country.  It draws bands from dozens of states to compete in four days of competition (November 12-15 this year) and it … Continue reading Bellbrook Marching Band Second In Nation with “Paris Sketches”