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Is it inappropriate for teenagers to go trick or treating? Graphic by: Salene Dang

Opinion: Please take one (unless you’re a teenager)

Salene Dang October 17, 2024

Are high schoolers too old to trick or treat? On Oct. 31, children run around from house to house, knocking on the doors of their neighbors and saying three memorable words, “Trick or treat.” As children,...

Halloween collage of all the movies that rated in the article. Graphics done by Meah Pacheco.

Cougar Critique: Halloween movie reviews

Meah Pacheco October 14, 2024

What makes a Halloween movie a classic? A classic Halloween movie has many elements of horror such as suspense, a memorable villain like Michael Myers or Freddy Krueger, a spooky setting and an intense...

"Smile" gained the attention of the world with its unique marketing tactics and since its release has received positive reviews. Allie Nichols '23 said, "I literally screamed out loud in the movie theater." Graphic by: Hugh Murphy

Movie review: “Smile”

Hugh Murphy and Annika Lange November 5, 2022

An electrifying scare-fest that lacks substance “Smile” intrigued prospective audiences with a cheesy yet eerie trailer that would play in front of many during its big release. Though a bit imitative...

This or that Halloween edition

This or that Halloween edition

Belen Hibbler, Illustrator October 16, 2022

Our modern day Halloween descended from various ancient traditions and festivals from nearly 2,000 years ago! Drawing by: Yasmin Myers

The spooky Hallow’s Eve history

Yasmin Myers November 10, 2020

 From carved beets to eerie rituals, our modern day Halloween is rooted in ancient traditions.  The Halloween holiday we know today has changed quite a bit from the Celtic celebrations that took place...

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