Project Hail Mary: A New Take on a Beloved Genre
Based on the hit novel by renowned science fiction author Andy Weir, “Project Hail Mary” delivers a familiar science fiction trope in a way that is fresh, exciting and mesmerizing…
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Sequels, Scares and Superheroes: This Summer’s Upcoming Movies
With last month’s Academy Awards bringing an end to 2025’s cinematic year, it is time to look forward to the upcoming movies of 2026. Recent releases, including “Project Hail Mary”…
LFA Spring Sports
Girls Varsity Badminton Girls Varsity Badminton opened their season with a strong 13–5 win against Glenbrook South High School on March 31. Despite lineup changes that pushed players into unfamiliar…
Tiger Woods’ Latest Fall From Grace
Tiger Woods has spent most of his life being known as one of the greatest athletes in golf history. But in the last couple weeks the spotlight shifted away from…
Spring Holidays Celebrate Rebirth, Freedom and Our Planet
Easter After the 40 day period of Lent, Easter is celebrated around the world to commemorate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. As one of the most holy days in the…
The Significance of Being a Chicago Sports Fan
Sports lie deep in the heart of many Chicago residents. Whether you like football, baseball, basketball or hockey, Chicago sports fans can root for not only their team, but their…
House Democrats call for 25th Amendment to be invoked against Trump
On April 14, House Democrats introduced a bill proposing the creation of a commission to assess whether Trump is fit to remain in office. The bill is led by House…
Love, Lessons, and Loss: Love Story is Worth Watching
This winter, the hit limited series Love Story produced by Ryan Murphy has been a hot topic of conversation at Dana Hall and an internet sensation. This show is absolutely…
Ego Over Ethics: President Trump’s Plans For Washington DC
In the heart of the U.S. capital, a piece of the White House was demolished – and along with it, the public’s support. As blueprints for a massive new monument…
Throwback Thursday: The Stranger by Billy Joel
Each month, The Spectator takes an in-depth look at a past song or album, whether it was released a few years ago or decades ago. This month, we revisit the…