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Recent Political Map Redistricting

Soni Chitnis May 14, 2026

On April 29th, 2026, the Supreme Court made the Louisiana v. Callais ruling, which threatens minority representation, and increases Republican representation in Congress. This ruling is a part of Republicans and Trump’s goal of keeping control of...

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2026 Movie Recap (So Far)

Soni Chitnis April 30, 2026

This year, I have made it my goal to watch at least 52 movies - one for every week. As of April 28, 2026, I have watched around 30 movies, with most them being new movies. These are my favorite new movies so far: The Moment The Moment (2026)...

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 Is Project Hail Mary Worth the Watch?

 Is Project Hail Mary Worth the Watch?

Soni Chitnis April 16, 2026

Directed by Phill Lord & Christopher Miller, and starring Ryan Gosling, Project Hail Mary is the story of a scientist who wakes up alone on a spaceship with no memory of how he got there. As he remembers his past, he discovers a mission to stop a...

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We Might be Cooked: Literally and Figuratively

We Might be Cooked: Literally and Figuratively

Soni Chitnis March 26, 2026

This March, a heat wave in the West broke records, making March 2026 the hottest March in US history. At the same time, AI Fruit Love Island (Love Island except it’s all AI and with fruits) has been going viral on TikTok. Both of these events show how...

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Survivor 50 Premiere

Survivor 50 Premiere

Soni Chitnis March 16, 2026

Premiering on February 25, 2026, Survivor 50: In the Hands of the Fans is the 50th season of Survivor, and is meant to celebrate the show’s 25th anniversary, commemorate the show’s fans, and represent the past 49 seasons. Preseason  On February...

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The Moment

The Moment

Soni Chitnis February 25, 2026

Directed by Aidan Zamiri and starring Charli XCX, The Moment is a mockumentary about a rising pop star navigating the complexities of fame and industry pressure while preparing for her arena tour debut. What separates this movie from other recent tour...

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Wuthering Heights becomes “Wuthering Whites”

Wuthering Heights becomes “Wuthering Whites”

Soni Chitnis February 25, 2026

Emerald Fennell’s adaptation of Wuthering Heights, written by Emily Brontë in 1847, released in theaters on February 13th, 2026, but even before then, the movie has been the subject of criticism and controversy. Since the trailer released on November...

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NEW YORK - FEBRUARY 25:  Overview of Oscar statues on display at "Meet the Oscars" at the Time Warner Center on February 25, 2010 in New York City.  (Photo by Andrew H. Walker/Getty Images)

2026 Oscar Nominations

Soni Chitnis January 29, 2026

After months of predictions, the nominees for the 98th Academy Awards were released on January 22nd, 2026. Danielle Brooks and Lewis Pullman announced all the nominations in a live presentation from the Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Los Angeles. Out of...

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Disappointing “Stranger Things” Finale

Disappointing “Stranger Things” Finale

Soni Chitnis January 15, 2026

After a decade, the highly anticipated Stranger Things finale aired on December 31st, 2025. While some fans enjoyed the ending, most agree that it was lackluster, and it didn’t live up to expectations. (Spoilers ahead) Summary In the finale, “The...

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Why Everyone Loves Christmas Music

Why Everyone Loves Christmas Music

Soni Chitnis December 11, 2025

Christmas music has become a beloved tradition, captivating listeners by creating feelings of nostalgia, joy, and excitement. The consistent popularity of Christmas music shows its cultural significance, as well as its ability to change and evolve. The...

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