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The Oracle

The news site of Glenbrook South High School.

The Oracle

Oracle bookclub

Oracle bookclub

Oracle editorial board
March 17, 2023

The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins-Reid is a historical fiction novel depicting the brutal realities of old Hollywood during the 1950s and 1960s. The book portrays the glamorous yet scandalous...

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WONDERLAND

Caroline Ohlandt and Anna Marquardt
February 17, 2023

As the lights of Norman E. Watson Auditorium dim, voices hush, and anticipation fills the air. Spotlights shine, colorful aerial silks drop from the ceiling, and the stage comes to life in a world of wonder....

Battle of the Brews

Sara Rahman and Maya Scahill
February 17, 2023

Starbucks The presentation of Starbucks Caramel Macchiato was stunning, as it had caramel drizzled on the edges and an ombre of coffee to milk. The caramel balanced the strong taste of the coffee...

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sports recommends...
February 17, 2023

The Running Dream by Wendelin Van Draanen is a heartfelt story of resilience and perseverance; friendship and following your dreams. The book follows Jessica, a high school track athlete who loses her...

Hyperpop excellence

Max Beitzel, asst. features editor
February 17, 2023

On her 2020 album, how i’m feeling now, Charli XCX pushed the boundaries of the pop genre through the incorporation of hyperpop and experimental electronic sounds unlike any other mainstream pop artist....

Podcast prominence

Podcast prominence

Maya Scahilll, asst. a&e editor
February 17, 2023

From current events to true crime to self-care, podcasts have a wide range of topics that many can enjoy. Podcasts are online audio blogs where people discuss certain topics, Broadcasting Teacher Dr. Daniel...

Haunting banshees

Jack Rogula, asst. opinions editor
February 17, 2023

 The remote island of Insherin, off the coast of Western Ireland, is where the film Banshees of Insherin finds its two protagonists separated. With stunning cinematography and music, Director Martin McDonagh...

Top Entertainment: Reviews by 8th grade guest-writers on their favorite songs and movies

Top Entertainment: Reviews by 8th grade guest-writers on their favorite songs and movies

January 27, 2023

“Anti-Hero” by Taylor Swift Review by Ava Meder Taylor Swift is an icon to most, if not everyone. Her new album, Midnights, blew up instantly on every social media platform. One of the more...

Community from assembly

Community from assembly

Stella Ivanov, staff writer
December 16, 2022

As music blared through the walls, crowds of people gathered into the auditorium to see South’s orchestra, choir, and band perform for the winter music assembly on Dec. 14, choir director Robert Shellard...

Winter play steals the show

Sara Rahman, Asma Ghomrawi, and Jessica An
December 16, 2022

Reservoir Dogs, this year's winter play, was performed in the drama and dance room on Dec. 8 and Dec. 9, John Cowlin, Winter Play Director, and English Teacher, said. The play is based on the 1992 film...

Embracing culture through the arts

Sara Rahman, asst. a&e editor
December 16, 2022

Whether it is showing off intricate henna designs, dancing around a cultural centerpiece, or carving gods onto stamps, South finds ways to embrace culture through the arts, Science Teacher Jeffery Kurian...

The Menu: scarily delicious

The Menu: scarily delicious

Jack Rogula, asst. opinions editor
December 16, 2022

On a private island in an undisclosed location, a chef and his staff work around the clock each day to craft dishes of the highest quality imaginable. This is the chef’s island, where The Menu finds...

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