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The official poster for the movie "One Of Them Days."

“One of Them Days” Review

By Neha Ravi, Staff Writer March 26, 2025

Before "One of Them Days," I had not been able to find a good comedy movie that made me laugh. Every unexpected turn, witty comment and horribly timed mishap that derails the main character’s life made...

La La Land Kind Cafe, 888 Westheimer Rd. with a long line of eager customers.

La La Land Kind Cafe: a sip of sunshine

By Callie Mays, Staff writer March 24, 2025

Coffee shops are often dim and lack a sense of liveliness with the tradition of wooden furniture and blank exteriors. However, the second you step inside La La Land Kind Cafe, it's like the sun begins...

CVHS K-pop club dancers posing during the pep rally performance.

K-pop Club shines at the Valentine’s Day pep rally

By Sundari Maharajh, Copy Editor March 24, 2025

From the moment they struck their opening poses against a bright pink envelope-shaped backdrop, the energy in the room was electric. For CVHS pep rallies, I anticipated the audience being relatively...

Image of Kendrick Lamar's performance taken from The Wrap (Photo by TIMOTHY A. CLARY / AFP)

Kendrick Lamar Superbowl halftime show review

By Jillianne Lantanea, Staff Writer March 24, 2025

The 2025 Super Bowl halftime show has long been one of the most highly anticipated performances of the year, drawing over 133.5 million viewers.  This year, Kendrick Lamar shocked audiences with his...

The DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS album cover, featuring two plastic white chairs placed in front of a large banana tree.

DtMF: the review

By Daniella Lopez, Copy + Opinions Editor March 24, 2025

Bad Bunny has become the voice of the Latin community. Bad Bunny’s album DeBí TiRAR Más FOToS, which translates to I should have taken more photos, was released on Jan. 5. It reached the top spot...

The Substance review: brilliant yet sad

By Alice Shen, Staff Writer March 24, 2025

"The Substance", directed by Coralie Fargeat, has emerged as a groundbreaking film in the horror genre; earning multiple award nominations such as the Golden Globes and Oscars and wining Golden Globes....

The Hollister store at Houston's Galleria Mall had the brand new clothing line on display in the front of the store. February 8, 2025.

Viral Hollister women’s clothing collection

By Adelynn Rubio, Feature Editor March 22, 2025

It’s difficult to find clothes that align with current styles, are affordable, and are appropriate for school dress codes or more professional settings. When thinking about where to find these perfect...

Shabu Zone main foyer and buffet. The lighting and skylight add to the warm atmosphere

Celebrate love this Valentine’s Day at Shabu Zone

By Lauren Tooms, Staff Writer February 12, 2025
Valentine's Day is quickly approaching. If you haven't made plans yet, then pressure is officially on. Whether you want to hang out with friends or go on a date, you'll want to create a memorable experience for the people you love. In a mad rush to find an engaging activity for Valentine’s Day, I stumbled across a restaurant called Shabu Zone, and it blew me away.  
Copies of "Frankenstein" by Mary Shelley are laid in a pile. Shelley's novel is one of the required readings for CVHS' AP English Literature class.

“Frankenstein” Review: The best required reading at CVHS

By Jerry Fan, Managing Editor February 7, 2025

CVHS students will do anything to put off the required reading. I should know — I spent four years of putting off assigned textbook passages until the nights before they were due. Textbooks are meant...

A life-sized standee of the "Wicked" main characters at a theatre.

Wicked: A magical tale that mirrors reality

By Vivian Buchanan, Staff Writer February 7, 2025

The new movie "Wicked" is the on-screen version of the well-known Broadway musical that debuted in 2003. While the movie includes many elements of the original musical, it also adds depth by alluding to...

Review: Floating away with Mac Miller’s Balloonerism

Review: Floating away with Mac Miller’s Balloonerism

By Mari Sakai, Staff Writer February 7, 2025

“No matter where life takes me, find me with a smile.” These words, from Mac Miller’s “Best Day Ever,” perfectly capture the essence of an artist who found meaning in both the highs and lows...

Puffs promotion poster from the Carnegie Theatre website.

CVHS Theatre’s Magical Twist: A “Puffs” Review

By Anushka Ghimire, Feature Editor February 7, 2025

Stepping away from the familiar pages of J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter series, "Puffs, or Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic," brings comedic charm, heart, and Hufflepuff...

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