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The Observer

The School Newspaper of Winston Churchill High School.

The Observer

The School Newspaper of Winston Churchill High School.

The Observer

On April 5, 2024, JoJo Siwa released the song Karma, which is her first song that shows her in a more adult light. The song has become viral and highly controversial since it represents a major shift in her audience.

Is it time to say “No, no” to JoJo? Nope.

By Catherine Chan, Online Content Editor May 1, 2024

The ponytail, once accessorized with a large, colorful bow, has now transformed into a mohawk with glittery black spikes edged around it. JoJo Siwa has always emphasized how she would “come back like...

This year, Coachella is filled with many artists students at WCHS love. Lana Del Rey's headlining performance on Friday, April 12 was definitely a highlight of the show.

Inside of the desert: Coachella 2024

By Rebecca Dean, Features Editor April 26, 2024

Fringe jackets, macrame, flower crowns: these are some of the integral fashion trends of Coachella, arguably the most famous music festival in the US. Although its first festival in 1999 ended up losing...

Dylan Tortorelli's submitted a digital artwork to the WCHS art show illustrating a cityscape. This is only one out of the many different styles of art that have been submitted.

A palette of possibilities: The WCHS art show that is redefining creativity

By Sydney Stern, Subscriptions, Promotions, and Communications Manager April 25, 2024

When course selection time rolls around in January, for students in most schools, they might notice that they are missing an art credit. In order to obtain their missing credit, they decide to select the...

"Mean girls" heavily revolves around the "Burn Book," centered in the middle, which the Plastics use to insult the junior class. Regina (Reneé Rapp), who is also centered, is holding the burn book, suggesting a lot of the drama revolves around her.

From stage to screen: “Mean Girls” makes its fetch return

By Ryan Shenker, Assistant Sports Editor April 25, 2024

“This isn’t your mother’s ‘Mean Girls.’” Those words from the trailer for the new “Mean Girls” movie, based on the Broadway production of the 2004 classic, were very accurate. However,...

Adrianne Lenker's third solo record, "Bright Future," is an alt-country masterpiece that deals with complicated thoughts on love, loss, and looking to the future.

Adrianne Lenker’s “Bright Future” allows for listeners to reflect for personal growth

By George Chang, Features Editor April 23, 2024

For the past 8 years, Adrianne Lenker, the frontwoman of the Brooklyn-based band Big Thief, has been at the forefront of the indie music scene. Her characteristically whimsical lyricism, combined with...

Kung Fu Panda 4 was released on March 8 with very mixed reviews. Despite another bringing back the beloved Dragon Warrior, many criticized the lack of the original Furious Five to be one of the major criticisms for the film.

Kung Fu Panda has kicked their way back into the franchise for the fourth time

By Jeremy Chung, Editor in Chief April 16, 2024

Whether it was a childhood TV show, video game or book, there is only so much that brings WCHS students nostalgia from when they were a child. One of these things involves a kung fu fighting panda and...

Brooke Schofield and Tana Mongeau were seen at the Lincoln Theatre in Washinton DC for their late night live show of the "Canceled Podcast" tour

The “Canceled Podcast” comes to Washington DC

By Kendyl Groisser, Online Managing Editor March 17, 2024

Popular internet personalities have been growing exponentially since COVID-19. Seeking comfort in watching people on a screen, many have grown to love watching YouTube podcasts. One specifically, the “Cancelled...

Eric Bomfim's confirmation order for his battery pack ordered from TikTok Shop depicts the massive deals that TikTok shop offers. He got a $40 product for $10.

Dancing and scrolling into deals on TikTok Shop

By Ananya Pandit, Arts Editor March 1, 2024

Stanley cups to Owalla water bottles. Summer Fridays Butter Balms to the Rhodes Peptide Lip Tint. Depending on the Internet’s weekly whims, must-buy products seem to fluctuate immeasurably. Recently,...

On January 28th, WCHS band and orchestra students share a meal together during their Miami stay. This trip provided an opportunity for students to connect and support each other out of school.

WCHS musicians orchestrate sunshine in Florida

By Bella Donato, Internal Communications Manager March 1, 2024

Palm trees swaying in the warm breeze, the sound of crashing waves, delicious meals every night and an immersion in local Miami culture. The WCHS band and orchestra experienced this on their trip to Miami,...

WCHS junior Kaylee Chernoff finishes off her number "Does Your Mother Know?" during the musical "Mama MIa" center stage and strikes a pose.

Student art spotlight: Kaylee Chernoff

By Dehab Deglel, Promotions and Subscriptions Manager March 1, 2024

When students come to see a show at WCHS, they get the experience of a lifetime. Talented dancers, singers and actors come together to create something incredible. Months of hard work are put into every...

"Crime Junkie" is an example of a true crime podcast. There has been controversy over whether it helps spread awareness about niche cases or demeans the victims.

Caution: True crime ethics may be suspicious

By George Chang, Features Editor March 1, 2024

Throughout the last decade, the development of “true crime” as a form of entertainment has resulted in media from podcasts to novels to Emmy-winning television shows. However, this popularization comes...

"Argylle" was one of the most anticipated movies this year according to IDMb. While it has not managed to live up to the hype, that does not make it a bad movie.

“Argylle,” the film the cat or cast just couldn’t save

By Dehab Deglel, Promotions and Subscriptions Manager February 16, 2024

“Argylle” is the peak of dumb action movie fun. A movie about a woman who writes spy novels that turn out to be true? It’s a fascinating and entertaining twist on a usually straightforward action...

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