By Caroline Cope As 2025 comes to an end, various music platforms have released their personalized annual listening summary for users, with the most popular being Spotify Wrapped, Apple Music Replay, and Amazon Music Delivered. These listening summaries provide users with insights and statistics into their unique listening habits over the entire calendar year. Spotify Wrapped initially debuted in 2016, with Apple Music Replay following … Continue reading Music streaming platforms share their end-of-year music statistics with users

By: Nora Scarbro The Grammys have always been a point of interest and controversy in pop culture. The two categories with the most competition — song and album of the year — features artists that have been regulars in the category as well as new nominees.  Some returning artists for album of the year are Bad Bunny; Tyler, the Creator; and Lady Gaga. An artist … Continue reading The 2025 Grammy nominations feature new and winning artists 

By: Chi Steadman 2025 has had multiple authors and game developers release new projects. “We had a ton of good releases this year,” Bellbrook High School librarian Amanda Brenner said. Lots of books were released this year, especially in the young adult sphere. Some were continuations of pre-existing series and some were releases from well loved authors. “If I had to say the biggest, hottest … Continue reading What could you have missed in 2025?

By: Eilley Wannarka The hit series, Dancing with the Stars, features celebrities performing choreographed dance routines that are judged by a panel of renowned ballroom experts. Season 34 aired a few weeks ago, and fans have plenty to say about the results of the finale. With some fans favoring Robert Irwin’s win this year on Dancing with the Stars, others believe Alix Earle was more … Continue reading Drama emerges with Dancing with the Stars season finale 

By: Nora Scarbro Getting nominated for Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction reflects years of work, “Unlike the grammys for example that highlight the present talent, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame showcases artists that have proven they have impacted the future of music,” senior Maggie Sahlbom said.  The induction ceremony itself features many different aspects like performances, speeches, and tributes to the … Continue reading Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction celebrates connection

By Caroline Cope The 99th annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade will air on November 27 at 8:30 a.m. EST and will feature many new floats and balloons. The festive parade will be live on NBC and Peacock and will last over three hours, with TODAY Show hosts Savannah Guthrie, Al Roker, and former host Hoda Kotb giving commentary. Senior Lizzie Visger has seen the parade … Continue reading Pop-culture takes center stage as new parade floats and balloons will debut at the 2025 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade