Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson Test Positive for Coronavirus. What Happens to Public Gatherings for Entertainment?
Tiara Starks, Entertainment Editor
March 16, 2020
The internet learned that Tom Hanks and his wife, actress Rita Wilson, were in pre-production to film for Baz Luhrmann’s upcoming Elvis Presley biopic in Australia, according to the entertainment site, Deadline. The actors tested positive for the coronavirus after the two exhibited flu-like symptoms. Hanks took to Instagram to inform hi...
Lady Gaga Begins the Chromatica Era with Single, “Stupid Love”
Kayla Mutchler, Staff Writer
March 11, 2020
After three years without releasing a single, Lady Gaga is back with her new song, “Stupid Love,” released on Feb. 28. This is the first single from her upcoming sixth album, “Chromatica.” Gaga announced “Stupid Love” on Feb. 25. The tweet contained a photo of a billboard in California ...
Justin Bieber Drops the Ultimate Love Album with “Changes”
Majelique Lewis, Contributing Writer
March 11, 2020
After a lengthy hiatus, Justin Bieber dropped his fifth studio album “Changes” on Valentine’s Day. According to Billboard, the album was inspired by his super-model wife, Hailey Baldwin. "This is an album I wrote in the first year of our marriage, so it's so fresh,” said Bieber. “There's so much mo...
Coronavirus Slams the Entertainment Industry
Jada Clarke, Contributing Writer
March 11, 2020
Along with interruptions in education abroad, bans on travel in certain countries, the coronavirus virus has affected the entertainment industry with postponed concerts, conventions, and movie releases. The last film of the James Bond franchise, “No Time to Die,” was supposed to premiere on April...
Cats 2019: A Review from Stage to Screen
Ariana Ferrante, Contributing Writer
February 22, 2020
Warning: this article includes spoilers for the plot of the Andrew Lloyd Webber musical ‘Cats’ and the recently released movie of the same name. Before seeing two versions of “Cats” -- onscreen and onstage at Boston Opera House -- my only exposure to the musical was listening to the cast recording...
A Different Take on The Batman
Matt Verrilli, Staff Writer
February 22, 2020
Last year, Warner Bros., the studio that owns the film rights to DC Comics properties, announced it would make another film in the Batman franchise, with a new face -- Robert Pattinson -- donning the cape and cowl. Pattinson is best known for his role in the “Twilight” series as Edward Cullen. T...
Winners of the 92nd Academy Awards
Beth Beaudry, Contributing Writer
February 22, 2020
History was made at the Oscars. “Parasite” became the first foreign-language movie to win best motion picture, and three other awards throughout the night. Zach Gottsagen became the first presenter with Down syndrome, as he helped to announce the best live-action short film award. Musician Eimear...
Black History Month Playlist
Jada Clarke, Contributing Writer
February 22, 2020
This playlist is all about Black History Month. We are traveling through the decades of classic black artists to see how far we’ve come in music. This diverse playlist displays a variety of music for each generation to enjoy. “Respect” by Aretha Franklin (1967) Aretha Franklin is known as...
Understanding Black Representation in Film and Television
Tiara Starks, Entertainment Editor
February 22, 2020
The invention of film and television dramatically changed how people view one another which in turn, determined how certain groups of people should act in society. Today, celebrities around the world are held to a high level of scrutiny as they navigate how they perform in the industry, as well as...
NBCUniversal’s: Peacock
Matt Verrilli, Staff Writer
February 22, 2020
NBCUniversal has been working with Comcast to deliver Peacock, a streaming service that the company hopes will change distribution of new media, as much as possible. “This is a very exciting time for our company, as we chart the future of entertainment,” said Steve Burke, chairman of NBCUniversal....
Billie Eilish’s Success
Andrea Alverca, Contributing Writer
February 22, 2020
When she was 17, Billie Eilish accomplished what takes most pop years: written songs that are no.1 on various charts, and selling out concerts. She also appeared on talk shows with Ellen DeGeneres and Jimmy Fallon. And just a few days ago, both Eilish and brother Finneas O’Connell took home 10...
Valentine’s Day Playlist: Made for U.N.H.
Jada Clarke, Contributing Writer
February 12, 2020
Welcome to Made for U.N.H! Valentine’s Day is around the corner and sometimes you need a new playlist. This playlist can be used to express your love to your significant other or to rant about an previous ex. Here are ten songs that summarize the upcoming holiday. “All for You” by Janet Jackson...
Review: Shakira and J.Lo ‘Get Loud’ at Super Bowl 2020 Halftime Show
Amanda Castro, Contributing Writer
February 6, 2020
After facing criticism for last year’s Super Bowl halftime show, the NFL stepped it up by recruiting superstar Latinas Jennifer López and Shakira to perform at Hardrock Stadium in Miami, Fla. Shakira began the set with a fiery dance routine and an array of her chart-toppers while giving it an a...
Oscar Nominations Announced
Tiara Starks, Entertainment Editor
January 29, 2020
On Jan. 13 2020, comedian and actress Issa Rae and actor John Cho presented the Oscar nominations in a two-part presentation through a global live stream. In 2016, The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences set a goal to double the number of diverse members by 2020 following outrage over the lack...
Grammys 2020 Recap
Tiara Starks, Entertainment Editor
January 29, 2020
What was expected to be one of the biggest nights of the year started solemnly as Sunday’s Grammys began with a tribute by Alicia Keys to Kobe Bryant, an NBA MVP who’d been killed in a helicopter crash earlier that day. Artists including Lil Nas’ X, Lizzo, and Keys, herself with Boyz II Men...
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