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A whole new perspective on ‘The Little Mermaid’

Lillian Coppelman, Editor in Chief January 18, 2023

Some Disney fans say that older Disney Princes can be bland and lack personality. Princes such as the prince from “Snow White” or Prince Phillip from “Sleeping Beauty” are examples of this writing...

Run a restaurant with friends in ‘PlateUp!’

Lillian Coppelman, Editor in Chief January 18, 2023

There are many different types of games that people can play with friends. There are survival games, shooter games and casual sandbox games. But out of all those games, one stands out among the rest for...

‘Midnight Gospel’ Netflix series an amazing mess of weirdness

Grant Nelson, Staff Writer January 18, 2023

A show worth binge watching is the Netflix animated podcast “Midnight Gospel.” This cartoon is the adult spiritual successor to “Adventure Time” in its animation and just weirdness, which makes...

Swagat has locations in Madison and Sun Prairie.

Swagat features Indian cuisine

Iman Alrashid, Copy Editor January 18, 2023

Do you like Indian food or a quite classy restaurant? Swagat is the right place for you. Inside, you will be greeted with one of the most serene ambiances. The dining room is big, comfortable and classy....

Local artist Trevor Steffen describes his artistic style as cartoon realism that allows him to sprinkle in supernatural or mystic twists.

Artist Trevor Steffen talks roots, style and inspiration

Camryn Gardner, Staff Writer December 8, 2022

From a small Madison apartment bedroom-turned-art-studio, a young man sits, focused on the canvas sitting atop his paint-stained easel. Before diving back into the colorful acrylic world with his paintbrush,...

South Korean K-pop band BTS performs in concert on May 11, 2019, at Soldier Field in Chicago.

K-pop albums offer more than music

Taleise Lawrence, Assistant Editor December 8, 2022

I’ve always been a big fan of pop music. There’s just something about the catchy and upbeat style that scratches my brain in the perfect way. It should be no surprise then that I fell into the expansive...

Apple dump cake is a favorite holiday recipe

Lillian Coppelman, Editor in Chief December 8, 2022

The origins of dump cakes are unclear, with recipes sweeping the nation around the late 1960s. Whatever the origin, there was one thing clear about this dish; it is delicious and easy to make. With several...

The Trans-Siberian Orchestra performs at the Resch Center.

Rock orchestra show defies a description

Sierra Brunner, Staff Writer December 8, 2022

The Trans-Siberian Orchestra is a rock band founded in 1996 by Paul O’Neill. The group now has 1 million monthly listeners on Spotify and its biggest hit is “Christmas Eve/Sarajevo 12/24.” Trans-Siberian...

Last-minute holiday shopping ideas

Camryn Gardner, Staff Writer December 8, 2022

The holiday season is upon us. Enter the peppermint hot chocolates, twinkle lights, wholesome movies and of course, a dash of stress. Planning for the holidays can take a lot of thought. Toward the end...

“National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation,” “Elf” and “Home Alone” are holiday classics.

10 holiday movies you should watch this year

Kelly Feng, Managing Editor December 8, 2022

Oh, the weather outside is frightful, but watching holiday classics is so delightful! If you’re tired of wrapping presents and baking cookies or have attended too many eggnog parties, watching a holiday...

Fever Dream by Paiaye Royale.

‘Fever Dream’ from Palaye Royale

Paul Becker, Staff Writer November 23, 2022

From the dance halls of the Palais Royale in Toronto, where two old souls had met ages ago, comes the fashion rock and brother-trio of Payale Royale, ironically from the Divorce Capital of America, Las...

DC Comics brings back Teen Titans

Megan Anderson, Staff Writer November 23, 2022

In the recent year or so, DC Comics has come out with a series of graphic novels revolving around a popular yet highly unappreciated set of characters, the Teen Titans. Particularly on 2 characters that...

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