AI is Ruining Hollywood
On the New York Times Opinion podcast in late June 2025, Peter Thiel, a venture capitalist, entrepreneur and founder of Palantir Technologies, discussed the growth in technology candidly in contexts…
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Stranger Things Season Five Promotion Draws Mixed Reactions
The official trailer for the finale of Netflix’s hit TV show, “Stranger Things,” was released on October 30, leaving fans full of anticipation for the new season. However, many were…
Does LFA’S Letter Day Schedule Cause Balance or Burnout?
One aspect of Lake Forest Academy that sets it apart is the unique letter day schedule. Prospective students and parents are usually surprised when the schedule is introduced, as it…
The Transition to a Winter Wardrobe
As the leaves turn and the temperature drops, staying warm and fashionable is harder than ever. At Lake Forest Academy, adhering to the business casual dress code becomes more difficult…
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A Taste of French Culture with French Teacher Dr. Palm
What are some of your Favorite French dishes, delicacies, snacks or desserts? Any duck is really delicious. In meats, different stews, specific beans, and in duck confit, duck is such…
Turkeys, Traditions and Trots: What the Caxys Are Doing to Give Thanks this Year
A rainbow of leaves scattered across the grounds, 4:30 pm sunsets, pumpkin-spiced drinks and early Christmas decorations put up can mean one thing— Thanksgiving is around the corner occurring on…
Fall: A Season to Savor
Across campus and beyond, the leaves have changed colors, now slowly beginning to fall off their branches in preparation for snow—winter is approaching. As fall comes to an end, I…
“Regretting You” Review: So Bad, It’s Good
The new movie “Regretting You” is full of incredibly dramatic events that fail to evoke any emotion. There is a big happy family including the daughter Clara, the mother/wife Morgan,…
“Clue: On Stage” Delights Audiences with Mystery and Humor
The fall play at Lake Forest Academy is an annual production that students, faculty and people around campus look forward to. This year’s production – “Clue: On Stage” – received…