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Taylor Swift fans sue Ticketmaster
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26 Taylor Swift fans filed a lawsuit against Live Nation on Dec. 20 in California following the unprecedented prices of tickets for Taylor Swift’s upcoming tour and the outrage expressed by fans who received presale codes but were not able to purchase their seats. The lawsuit accuses Ticketmaster and its parent company, Live Nation,…
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Westlake High School theater employee arrested
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On Dec. 2, 2022, 33 year -old Thomas Ballas was arrested on the charges of sending harmful material to a minor and possession of a controlled substance. The arrest by the Ventura County Sheriff followed an investigation that was launched on Dec. 1, after a report was sent to Westlake High School administration about…
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“Avatar” reinvents the blockbuster
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After the 13-year wait for the sequel to the highest-grossing film of all time, “Avatar: The Way of Water’’ is in theatres getting great reviews and making tons of money. It is currently sitting at $1.752 billion at the box office after just shy of one month. The film, released on Dec. 16, continues…
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Growing up Jewish during the holiday season
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Strolling through the local Target and inevitably laying my eyes on the bright, giant Christmas tree used to be my least favorite holiday occurrence. To me, it was a reminder of the pathetic one-shelf display of Hanukkah stickers that resided in the very back corner of the store. I would beg my mom to…
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Boys’ basketball shoots for success
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The boys’ basketball team has been strategizing since their practices began during summer break, all for the momentous occasion of the start of their season come October. The group continues to work hard at practice every day for two hours, constantly studying their opponents in order to play their best every game. The head…
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“Bones and All” leaves viewers with a lot to chew on
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Based on a book written by Camille DeAngelis, “Bones and All” is a new romance drama movie directed by Luca Guadagnino, starring Taylor Russell and Timothée Chalamet. From the beginning to the end, there are many plots and subplots that are overall unpredictable and build to the point where it becomes unclear which storyline…
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Around the World Fair connects cultures worldwide
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Food, music and games were only three of the things found at the Newbury Park High School Around the World Fair. The fair was an event run by the Asian Culture Club, Latino Connection Club and the Black Student Union. It took place in the school cafeteria on Dec.16, and multiple clubs set up…
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Trump announces presidential campaign for 2024
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On Nov. 15, 2022, Former President Donald Trump announced his campaign for a second non-consecutive presidential term during his speech at Mar-a-Lago, his private estate and club in Palm Beach, Florida. During this speech, Trump spoke about his history in office and his intent to improve America. He had reportedly been considering running for…
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Shooting makes another example for gun control
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A six-year-old student shot their teacher at a Virginia Elementary School, creating another example for why gun control and gun education at young ages is critical. On Jan. 6, Richneck Elementary teacher Abby Zwerner, 25, was intentionally shot by her student. Even at the start of a brand new year, school shootings remain a…
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Brittney Griner released from Russia in prisoner swap
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Brittney Yevette Griner, a professional player for the Phoenix Mercury in the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA), was arrested in February of last year and subsequently held in a Russian prison for several months. Whilst flying in Russia for her off-season practices, Griner was detained at a customs checkpoint by security at an airport…