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Critics have given mixed reviews thus far to the rookie campaigns of the 2024 NBA Draft.

The NBA Rookie Draft Class: Way Too Early Outlooks

Edward Friedman ’26, Staff Writer November 25, 2024
After a star-studded 2023 draft featuring Victor Wembenyama, Brandon Miller, and  Amen and Ausar Thompson, the NBA’s 2024-25 draft class has been remarkably quiet.
In the Knicks’ playoff run during the 2023-24 season, Hart averaged 11.5 rebounds.

Editorial: Sidwell Alumnus Josh Hart is the NBA’s Best Rebounding Guard

Edward Friedman ’26 and Parker Medlin ’26 November 25, 2024
For years, NBA two-time most valuable player and nine-time all-star Russell Westbrook has been touted as the best rebounding guard in the game of basketball. However, over the past few years, a new guard has emerged: Josh Hart ’13. 
“The Substance” has become the highest-grossing film distributed by Mubi and won writer-director Coralie Fargeat the award for Best Screenplay at the Cannes Film festival.

Film Review: Director Coralie Fargeat’s “The Substance” is a Scathing Takedown of a Culture That Destroys Female Fame

Deanna Paukstitus ’25, Culture Editor November 25, 2024
“The Substance” is all isolation. It drags viewers through endless hallways and cavernous rooms; past hypnotizing neon, fluorescent lights; down back roads and shady sidewalks not taken, where the protagonist, Elisabeth Sparkle, seems to exist alone.
Liam Payne was 31 when he passed in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

The Legacy and Loss of Liam Payne

Angie Spadafora '28, Staff Writer November 25, 2024
On Oct. 16, former One Direction member and pop singer Liam Payne passed away at the age of 31 after falling from the third floor of Hotel CasaSur Palermo in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Electronic alternatives to paper books, such as Kindles and e-Books, have grown in popularity during the past decade.

Paper Books Stand the Test of Time Against Electronic Alternatives

Ishani Agrawal '28, Staff Writer November 24, 2024
As our world increasingly relies on technology for everyday tasks and activities, debates have risen over the benefits of audiobooks and Kindles in comparison to paper books.
Victoria Kjær Theilvig from Denmark was crowned Miss Universe 2024.

Modern Beauty Pageants Dismantle Old Stereotypes

Lilah Baez '26, News Editor November 24, 2024
Beauty pageants are often dismissed for objectifying women, preserving stereotypes and promoting unrealistic beauty standards. However, pageants have acclimated to modern times to uphold values of inclusivity and self-expression.

Former President Donald Trump Wins Reelection Against Kamala Harris

Lexi Orr ’26, Staff Writer November 22, 2024
Around 5:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 6, the Associated Press officially called the 2024 Presidential Election, naming Donald Trump the next President of the United States. 

Republicans Flip The Senate, Keep Control of the House

Harold Wyatt ’27, Staff Writer November 22, 2024
Republicans dominated the 2024 election cycle, winning control of the presidency, the Senate and the House of Representatives.
Sophomore Asher Sedwick and freshman Chase Hunter won their match 7-5, securing the MAC Championship for Sidwell. Photo: Sidwell Friends.

Sidwell Boys’ Tennis Wins MAC Championship and Regular Season Title

Jackson Youree '24, Business Manager May 30, 2023
Through first singles to third doubles, the team showed skill, poise and resilience and — as a result — emerged as MAC champions.
The Avalon Theatre celebrates 100 years with a film festival. Photo: María Helena Carey via Flickr.

Avalon Theatre Celebrates 100th Anniversary

Micah Kay '25, Staff Writer May 30, 2023
The Avalon Theatre is celebrating its centennial anniversary this year through a film festival entitled “100 Years of Cinema Magic” that features a different film screening each month from February to November.
A lack of lively student support leads to feelings of discouragement among players.
Photo: Sidwell Friends.

Sidwell Students Fail To Equally Support Girls’ and Boys’ Sports

Avery Wincup '26, Staff Writer May 30, 2023
In the future, the F.A.N. needs to equally publicize both girls’ and boys’ games in order to fully represent Sidwell’s impressive athletic programs.
The increased gun violence in Washington inspired some Ninth Grade Studies classes to lobby for gun restrictions. Photo: Gareth Milner via Flickr.

Ninth Grade Studies Classes Prepare To Lobby Representatives

Dylan Verma '26, Staff Writer May 30, 2023
During the second semester of the school year, Sidwell’s Ninth Grade Studies classes have been working on a lobbying project in partnership with the Friends Committee on National Legislation (FCNL).
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