I watched every Best Picture nominee so you don't have to: Oscars 2026

Art by Jarisse As award season rolls around once again, it's easy to become overwhelmed with the sheer volume of films being discussed. Even as an avid consumer of media, I find myself lost in the frenzy of the entertainment industry. You may have caught last Sunday’s award show and felt inspired to turn on a new film. In light of this, I thought it would be a good idea to review every movie nominated for Best Picture at this year’s Oscars and tell you what’s worth your time.

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Zadie Kang

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LA driver uses turning signal, sparks immediate outrage

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Shop small, read big: a guide to the best small bookstores in LA

Image via Canva I’m pretty sure we all know how large Los Angeles is. This sprawling city we all live in has so many little treasures in the weirdest places, it’s almost overwhelming. I think that this might be why I (and maybe you too) constantly buy books through Amazon or Barnes and Noble. Barnes and Noble is an amazing store, and I would like to remind you that this article’s purpose is not to trash-talk such a great place to find both rare and popular books (this appli

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All eyes on KATSEYE as member takes indefinite hiatus

From Grammy nominations, to a hit Netflix show, to a US tour, KATSEYE has taken the world by storm. So why did a member of the uber-successful girl group just take an indefinite hiatus? HxG message on Weverse On February 20, HYBE x Geffen shared a message informing fans of Manon Bannerman’s hiatus: “Hello. After open and thoughtful conversations together, we are sharing that Manon will be taking a temporary hiatus from group activities to focus on her health and wellbeing. We

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Dustbowl 2026!

Photos by Cadence Kang and Haobin Chen Friday night the junior and senior classes faced off in a game of flag football, and a cheer competition; a decades long tradition here at Eagle Rock! The game started out strong with the senior scoring a touchdown in the first couple minutes, but the juniors quickly caught up. By halftime they were tied at 14 points, and the players kept us on the edge of our seat until the last couple minutes. With just around 3 minutes left in fourth

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All photos & cover art by Cadence Kang Looking for fashion inspiration? Our school has you covered. Eagle Rock is filled with diverse fashion and ways of expression, so I decided to walk around campus and interview people who used their outfits as a way to express themselves. Everyone was asked the same question: “What inspired your outfit today, or who do you look up to for fashion inspiration?” Whether it's bright flashy colors or cool statement pieces you will surely find

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Movies/shows filmed in Eagle Rock

Between a mysterious electrical facility to multiple cozy vintage diners our town triumphs as the ideal filming location. Beloved Eagle Rock, with its proximity to Hollywood, yet peaceful, suburban environment, has caught the eye of many in the film industry. With many visually appealing spots, Eagle Rock’s diverse aesthetic suits many different tones. Ranging from idyllic treelined streets, trendy restaurants, and historical establishments, Eagle Rock offers a shocking array

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Coffee review #2: “And Destroy Coffee”

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Coins and conquests: a DnD podcast - episode two

After the CEO of Mercury Enterprises is stabbed at his own murder mystery party with a mysterious dagger, it’s up to the party to get to the bottom of the strange circumstances surrounding this company. You’re listening to Coins and Conquests with the ERScream. Tune in to find out just how deep this abyss goes. Troubleshooting? Try the Google Drive link below: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1i6bZkHXljuUBq2ll0b22bAM-v4WVOkG8/view

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What films are upperclassmen into?

All photos by Rebecca Pack After many requests to continue the “favorite four films” series, we decided to keep it going, this time interviewing upperclassmen around campus! Here's what they're loving: Roman Oscco, Junior "Jurassic Park, Baby Driver, Alien, and Creature from the Black Lagoon" Jalie Rivera, Senior "Wonder, La La Land, Tangled, and Star Wars: Return of the Jedi" Jacob Gomez, Junior "Drawing Closer, Moonlight, The Interview, and Pitch Perfect" Andres Cruzat, Jun

Zadie Kang and Rebecca Pack

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Celebrating culture and community at the multicultural fair

The Multicultural Fair is a fun way to showcase our school/ student rich diversity. A beloved annual event that occurred on the quad on February 27, 2026 from 3:30-5:30, this year's event was a result of months of planning and was hosted by the Asian American club. Almost every cultural club on campus helped set up and plan including, the Filipino Club, Asian Arts and Culture Club, Korean Club, Paper Pals Origami Club, Jewish Student Union, and UNIDOS. Each club had an activi

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Mazzy Jacobs

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