Year: 2018

Let’s talk about safe sex, baby

Michelle Castano Staff Writer   Out of approximately 3,005 counties in the United States, Miami Dade is number one for new HIV cases, followed by Broward County. So with this epidemic in our community, how are we educating ourselves on such issues? On Tuesday, Oct. 23 GSA hosted a discussion in regards to this increasing…Continue Reading Let’s talk about safe sex, baby

Students learn about staying safe on campus

Anabel Sanchez Online Editor   On Wednesday, Oct. 24, at Broward County South’s Student Life department and Henderson Student Counseling Services held a special meeting regarding student safety. Narrated by Frank Pallavicini, overviews on relevant topics such as sexual misconduct, reactions to violence and abuse, sexual abuse and identifying abusive relationships were discussed along with…Continue Reading Students learn about staying safe on campus

Top 5 Halloween Movies

Elliot Tritto Staff Writer  WELCOME FOOLISH MORTALS! As your eyes wander downward, you’ll see the bone-chilling, frightening and oozing delight of Halloween’s greatest tales. As we see blood, sweat and paranoia, we see into the minds of these victims in which they dare face these iconic villains. Can you handle the suspense? If you can,…Continue Reading Top 5 Halloween Movies

What it means to vote in the general election

Erick Mendez Staff Writer   People don’t vote. That thesis is surrounded by supporting statements. People can vote but they don’t regarding several reasons. One important concern is ignorance. People are not taught about the names or the positions involved. They need to know that Gubernatorial candidates are people like Democrat Andrew Gillum and Republican…Continue Reading What it means to vote in the general election

Can horror films have psychological effects?

Michael Gennaro North Bureau Chief   October is the month of Halloween. That means pumpkin spice, candy, pumpkin-carving and–of course–scary movies.  This October, thousands of thrill-seekers will head to their local theaters to watch horror movies like “Hell Fest” and “Halloween.” Thousands more will watch horror films at home using their Netflix or Hulu accounts….Continue Reading Can horror films have psychological effects?

Venom is underrated: Don’t listen to the critics

Elliot Tritto Staff Writer   Ever since I was 5-years-old, I’ve been obsessed with Marvel’s friendly neighborhood Spider-Man. Across all mediums, it cultivated me to become more attached into the entire “Spider-Verse.”  One of those reasons why includes a plethora of original characters like the Punisher, Doctor Octopus and the bold and the beautiful, Venom….Continue Reading Venom is underrated: Don’t listen to the critics

Are you downward dog for the Dolphins?

Michelle Castano Staff Writer   September is known as national Yoga Month. On Sunday, Sept. 30, the Broward County community was invited to participate in “Yoga with the Fins.”  Yogis from all ages and walks of life gathered under the Miami Dolphins Training Facility, known as “the bubble,” for a fun-filled and free admission event. …Continue Reading Are you downward dog for the Dolphins?

Stephanie Sylvester Editor-in-Chief   From the beginning to the end of October, spooky vibes are in the air. Scary movies, costumes, decorum and celebrations take over the community at every corner. Whether you plan to trick or treat or harvest and carve pumpkins, Halloween is a holiday for all ages to enjoy fun festivities and…Continue Reading

Urban Bush Women performs at Bailey Hall

Liana Martell Contributing Writer   A showcase of stories were presented through dances which highlighted the unheard voices and experiences of colored women within hair salons, stereotypical beauty standards and the society in which they live in. From Brooklyn, New York to South Florida, the non-profit dance company, Urban Bush Women, presented their most recent…Continue Reading Urban Bush Women performs at Bailey Hall