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Reagan, Zach and Oliver rank the 10 most popular franchises of all time.
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The Class of 2021 celebrated their graduation on Saturday, May 29 at the Kelly Reeves Athletic Center. Due to the petition drafted by Student Council Executive President Hart Black
GALLERY: Class of 2021 Celebrates Traditional Graduation
By Amoli Agarwal, Campus News Editor • June 26, 2021
The Educationist team comprises of Co-founders Aaditya Ganesan
Educationist Expands Digital Tutoring Services in India Amidst Pandemic
By Triambika Dinakaran, Reporter • May 31, 2021
The Balfour publishing company recently recognized the 2020 edition of the Heritage for excellence.
2020 Yearbook Recognized for Excellence
By Hannah McDonough, Reporter • May 31, 2021
Sneha Nangunoori
Sophomore Sneha Nangunoori Embraces American Education During Pandemic
By Triambika Dinakaran, Reporter • May 23, 2021
Community & World
A young girl holds up a sign supporting Uighurs in China. Criticism of the Chinese government
Uighurs Oppressed in China
By Emily Malone, Photographer • May 20, 2021
The CDC announced on Thursday, May 13 that there had been a change to COVID-19 mask guidelines.
CDC Announces that Vaccinated Can Now Go Outside Maskless
By Yunoo Kim, Community & World News Editor • May 19, 2021
India is battling to control its recent COVID-19 outbreak that is devastating the nation. Westwood
Westwood Students React to COVID-19 Surge in India
By Amoli Agarwal, Campus News Editor • May 3, 2021
The shooting on Sunday, April 18, took place at the intersection of Great Hills Trail and Rain Creek Parkway. Photo courtesy of Larry D. Moore.
Shooting in Northwest Austin Leaves Three Dead
By Amy Simon, Opinions Editor • April 26, 2021
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A & E
Film director Robert Altman had a varied and fascinating career, and in this article we explore the second half of his 1970s work.
Robert Altman: The Greatest Director of the ‘70s (Part Two)
By Oliver Barnfield, Video Editor • June 4, 2021
Film director Robert Altman had a varied and fascinating career, and in this article we explore the first half of his 1970s work.
Robert Altman: The Greatest Director of the ‘70s
By Oliver Barnfield, Video Editor • May 25, 2021
After years of releasing singles and EPs, Dodie finally released a full-length album on May 7. The music was just as soft and insightful as expected, and provided a fantastic listening experience. Photo courtesy of Dodie.
Dodie's New Album Proves to be a Fantastic Debut
By Anouka Saha, Opinions Editor • May 21, 2021
Opinions
Pitbulls are sweet, loving, and kind dogs that have wrongfully been labeled as a dangerous breed. Photo courtesy of Al Case.
Don't Believe the Misleading Stereotype of Pitbulls
By Emily Malone, Photographer • May 20, 2021
The new Google icons are a colorful mess compared to the cool, heavily stylized look it once was. Photo courtesy of Zach Maynes.
The New Google Icons Need a Fix
By Zach Maynes, Reporter • May 18, 2021
The weight room for the men at the NCAA college basketball tournament was well-stocked and expansive, while for the women it was extremely sparse. The disparity showed even in the food they were served and the goodie bags they got, showing the lack of equality for all genders in the sport. Photo Courtesy of ABC News.
NCAA Shows Double Standards in Collegiate Basketball
By Amy Simon, Opinions Editor • April 5, 2021
Sports
The warriors and their family sit and attentively listen to the All State winners. Each family brought their own picnic table and food to minimize the spread of germs.
Warrior Swim and Dive Honored at End of Year Banquet
By Victoria Novoa, Photographer • May 7, 2021
Advancing inwards on the ball, Jessica Lu
With Six Athletes Statebound, Varsity Tennis Remains On Top at Regional Tournament
By Catharine Li, Arts & Entertainment Editor • May 7, 2021
Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) is widely projected to be the first overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft. The NFL Draft has historically been one of the most popular events on the calendar for football fans. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.
A Beginner's Guide to the 2021 NFL Draft
By Sourav Dhar, Sports Editor • April 29, 2021
Extras
Reagan, Zach and Oliver rank the 10 most popular franchises of all time.
Basil Rathbone, who played Sherlock Holmes in the 1939 film series, is just one of many actors to portray the famous literary detective. In this list, 8 of them are ranked according to how book-accurate and iconic they are. Photo Courtesy of Dennis Amith
Sometimes, for whatever reason, songs and albums fall through the cracks of time. Let
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