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Tyler The Creator Breaks The Streak With CHROMAKOPIA

After breaking his pattern of releasing albums every other year, Tyler The Creator returned with his new album, CHROMAKOPIA, on October 28. The album dropped after the teaser on October 16, featuring a glimpse of the first track, “St. Chroma,” featuring Daniel Caesar. In the days leading up to the…

by maimoonayousuf  •  Jan 15, 2025
Culture

12 Grapes at Midnight: Exploring the New Year’s Eve Tradition

As the clock strikes midnight on New Year’s Eve, millions of people around the world quickly eat 12 grapes before the minute ends. This Spanish tradition promotes good fortune and luck in the 12 months ahead. And each grape represents a wish you want to work on becoming the best…

by   •  Jan 15, 2025
Culture

Many Laws Affect Transgender Minors

In recent years transgender related subjects have been very controversial. Many laws have been made limiting transgender minors and their treatment. Such laws include House File 180, which according to itself, prohibits schools from “Facilitating any accommodation that is intended to affirm a student’s gender identity, if that gender identity…

by Charlotte Blakley  •  Jan 9, 2025
Culture

Happy New Year’s!

Do students at Waukee High School set resolutions?

by   •  Jan 9, 2025
Culture

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Old but gold Disney shows

by Barbara Roberts  •  Jan 9, 2025
Culture

Holiday Activities in Des Moines

Winter is here, and if you’re looking for fun things to do in Des Moines, you’re in luck! There’s so much happening around town that’s perfect for hanging out with your family or friends. Whether you’re into holiday lights, skating, or checking out cool shows, Des Moines has something for…

by Sadie Muselman  •  Dec 12, 2024
Culture

Why Christmas Music is Lackluster and Has Lost its Flair

The Christmas spirit has remained powerful for centuries in American pop culture, captivating listeners with songs about Christmas and other various wintertime festivities. But honestly, it’s grown stale. The “Queen” of Christmas, Mariah Carey, only rose to number 10 in the billboard top 100 for “All I Want For Christmas…

by Tanner Lehtinen  •  Dec 12, 2024
Culture

Reviewing Holiday Movies

As the holiday season unwraps, everyone is watching their favorite Christmas movies. Traditionally, the most watched Christmas Movies each year are Home Alone, Elf, A Charlie Brown Christmas, How the Grinch Stole Christmas, Christmas Vacation, A Christmas Story, and more. These Movies bring holiday spirit into the season and bring…

by Makenna Parsons  •  Dec 11, 2024
Culture

Same Same But Different

Whether you are moving to a new state, country, or even continent, there’s always something unique that you will learn about that place. This learning curve is commonly called culture shock. Something that may seem like an everyday thing to you could be totally alien to someone from a different…

by Ciarra Matlock  •  Dec 10, 2024
Culture

Holiday Traditions

The holiday season is a time when people all over the world come together to celebrate, reflect, and spend time with loved ones. From vacations to special family rituals, each person’s holiday traditions are unique and meaningful. In this article, we’ll explore the holiday customs of three individuals– Florie Liu,…

by   •  Dec 5, 2024