It’s been nearly a month since the new iPhone 7 and 7 plus were released. Apple released the new phones on September 7th, 2016, and, at first, it was unclear to me whether or not it would be a huge hit,...

Having a best friend can add an enjoyable aspect to one’s life. Best friends Sofia Perez ’17 and Sasha Tyler ’17 bond over fashion and draw inspiration from each other. Meeting in downtown...

The sweet sound of piano keys fills the walls of West High’s Arganbright Auditorium. The tempo is upbeat, and right as you become enticed, the bass and percussion join the harmonious scene as well. A...

It was mid-September in that finicky time when days bring gusts of sultry air and evenings a chill. The United Action for Youth’s (U.A.Y.) doors were open to those who sought a respite, with sunken couches...

Around 2,000 miles away from West High School is an exact replica of the West High gym. Complete with banners representing state titles up until 2011, the replica is almost spot-on. The purpose of this...

Follow these simple steps: 1. Cut out a template of your choice, leaving ~1/2 inch border around it 2. Tape the template onto your pumpkin 3. Using a thumbtack, pierce the pumpkin along the black...

John Waters will be at the Englert Theatre on Saturday, October 1st. Waters is known for his films, which are generally intentionally cheesy or campy, and have achieved a cult status. His run of films...

West Side Story: What motivates you to get up and ready in the morning? Sidney Kout: I pick my outfits out every morning the morning before so I wake up and it’s right there, ready for me. WSS:...

Atmosphere The coffee shop is rather small, and never too crowded. Background noise is limited to quiet music and coffee machines, making it an exceptional place to study. There are several tables...

It's rare to find someone with as widespread of a music taste as Eman Elsheikh, with everything from K-Pop to classical in her daily playlists. She listens to different genres for separate activities,...

A typical pump up playlist of a rugby player might include fast beat tunes and rap music, but that’s not the case for all. Senior Dedieu Wabwend shows that calm music can get you into those pre-game...