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WSS satire series is back for its third installment.

The Radish

Caroline Mascardo and Isaac Young December 22, 2020

Students share their hot takes, unpopular opinions.

Hot takes

Alice Meng, Print Copy Editor December 21, 2020

"Bacon is disgusting." - Lily Zukin '24   “Spotify is better than Apple Music.” - Sophie Nims ’21   “Water isn't wet because the term ‘wet’ is used as an adjective to describe...

Finding fun things to do during the cold winter days can be hard, especially in the midst of a pandemic.

Winter what-to-dos

Katherine Shoppa and Misha Canin December 21, 2020

If you’ve found yourself especially bored while stuck inside during the cold and dreary weather, WSS has got you covered. Before you can officially be deemed bored, try everything on this list. Send...

Mando and Grogu travel to Tatooine in the premiere episode of season two.

Season 2 of “The Mandalorian” is an amazing continuation of the first

Vivian Polgreen, Managing Co-Editor, News Editor December 14, 2020

Warning: potential spoilers ahead, read with caution I have had mixed feelings about most of the additions that Disney has made to the “Star Wars” franchise since purchasing Lucasfilm. I was a little...

WSS staffer Sam Westergaard 21 explains why Mank doesnt live up to expectations.

“Mank” is an incredibly bland biopic

Sam Westergaard, Videographer and Photographer December 12, 2020

Netflix has taken film fans by storm with David Fincher’s latest movie, "Mank." "Mank" is the biopic of screenwriter Herman J. Mankiewicz, who was presumed to be the actual mastermind behind the film...

The holiday season has arrived.

Unknown holiday cheer

Maddy Smith, Visual Editor and Feature Editor December 9, 2020

According to World Atlas in 2018, the most common religion in the U.S. is Protestant Christian, making up 46.5 percent of the population. This means that during December nearly half the country celebrates...

West Side Kitchen: 4 breakfast ideas for students

Helelia Wa Kalala and Sydney Wildes December 8, 2020

In this video, WSS staffers Helena Wa Kalala '23 and Sydney Wildes '21 showcase four breakfast ideas perfect for busy students. They make crepes, eggs, french toast and croissants, while emphasizing the...

The main title screen of Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age - Definitive Edition.

A hidden gem: “Dragon Quest XI S” review

Carter McLaughlin, Reporter December 7, 2020

While other Japanese series like “Pokémon” and “Kingdom Hearts” have gained immense popularity in the western world, the “Dragon Quest” series isn’t one that is well known. The average gamer...

Iowa City dogs speak up

Tosh Klever and Isaac Young December 5, 2020

Have you ever wondered what dogs have to say? We often overlook the opinions of our furry friends. In this WSS video, Isaac Young '21 gave them a platform to say what is on their minds.

President Trumps spread of disinformation has only made the transition of power more challenging and further polarized the two parties.

Caroline’s Comics: Taking it to Twitter

Caroline Mascardo, Editorials Editor and Copy Editor November 30, 2020

Over three weeks after President-elect Joe Biden was declared the election winner, President Trump still refuses to concede. Along with other Republicans, Trump has filed dozens of lawsuits contesting...

Fantastically fun fall recipes

Fantastically fun fall recipes

Misha Canin, Print Managing Editor and Business Co-Editor November 27, 2020

Jeff Bezos, Gov. Kim Reynolds and a schoolchild appropriating Indigenous culture celebrate Thanksgiving, disregarding COVID-19 preventative measures.

Caroline’s Comics: Thanksgiving 2020

Caroline Mascardo, Editorials Editor and Copy Editor November 24, 2020

Where to begin? Needless to say, the current state of COVID-19 is frightening. With the weather getting colder, holidays approaching and people traveling, things can only get worse from here. Although...

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