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The Oracle

The Best Singles of 2023: 8th grade guest-writers break down their favorite songs this year

March 5, 2024

"Cruel Summer" by Taylor Swift Review by Alina Saddal Imagine that it is summertime. it's 87 degrees outside, you're in your car with the windows down, and you crank up the radio. The song “Cruel...

Elf (2003) Review

Ellory Moran, asst. a&e editor
December 22, 2023

When I was in elementary school, the best part of Christmas was the school holiday parties. The entire class would gather on the cozy rug, settle down with a cup of Swiss Miss, and watch a movie. In one...

Diary of a Wimpy Kid Christmas: Cabin Fever (2023) Review

Kaitlyn Jiang, co-a&e editor
December 22, 2023

The newest cartoon installment of the Diary of the Wimpy Kid movies, adapted from the classic book series by Jeff Kinney, Diary of a Wimpy Kid Christmas: Cabin Fever hit streaming services on Dec. 8, delivering...

The Year Without a Santa Claus Review

Erin Walker, asst. opinions editor
December 22, 2023

The rush of Christmas at the North Pole continued like it had every year, but this year was different. Overworked and exhausted, Santa sees no reason to pull himself together for the Christmas run this...

Erika Li

Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour

Veronica Kolesnikov, staff writer
November 17, 2023

The lights began to dim, and instead of the usual dead silence of movie theaters, there was a roar of screams and applause as Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour appeared on the screen. Taylor Swift: The Eras...

Barbie Breaks Barriers

Barbie Breaks Barriers

Molly Tomczyk, co-A&E Editor
October 6, 2023

On a late summer day, I found myself scouring my house for pink clothes. Standing in the bathroom with my friends, we braided our hair, perfected our bubblegum lipstick, and painted our eyelids with glitter,...

Bar Siena exceeds expectations

Bar Siena exceeds expectations

Clare Lanscioni, staff writer
May 19, 2023

As I stepped foot into Bar Siena, I was expecting an experience similar to the overrated Hampton Social, but I was shockingly surprised. Located at Old Orchard Mall, Bar Siena has a welcoming, open space...

Oracle Bookclub

Oracle Bookclub

Oracle editorial board
April 21, 2023

Everything, Everything by Nicola Yoon is a beautifully moving novel. Recommended for young adults, the book follows the journey of Madeline, a teenage girl with a rare condition that prevents her from...

Back to the 70s: Daisy Jones proves riveting

Back to the ’70s: Daisy Jones proves riveting

Riley Shankman, asst. opinions editor
April 21, 2023

In a story of rock & roll, heartbreak, and the highs and lows of the 1970s music scene, the Amazon Prime Video mini-series, Daisy Jones & The Six, depicts the rise and fall of the fictional band,...

Battle of the buzz

Tara Wirtschoreck and Gaby Yap
April 21, 2023

Red Bull There was a very strong, artificial blueberry and bubblegum taste in the Red Bull, and not in a good way. The caffeine gave us a moderate amount of energy, but for someone who can’t handle...

Did you know? Del Reys new album drops

Did you know? Del Rey’s new album drops

Max Beitzel, asst. features editor
April 21, 2023

Did you know that there’s a tunnel under Ocean Blvd is the newest album by singer-songwriter Lana Del Rey, released on March 24. The album is a mixed bag of some amazing songs, confusing stylistic choices,...

Not your dads yacht rock: Yachty embraces rock in new album

Not your dad’s yacht rock: Yachty embraces rock in new album

Max Beitzel, asst. features editor
March 17, 2023

On Jan 27, 2023, an artist known for his trap music, Lil Yachty, released a psychedelic rock album called Let’s Start Here. Before Let’s Start Here, Lil Yachty had not stepped out of his comfort zone...

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