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Sabrina Carpenter makes a splash with the release of her new album, 'Short n' Sweet'.

Sweet as Honey: Sabrina Carpenter Mesmerizes Fans on New Album

Lilah Schlanger, Reporter September 23, 2024

“Please, please, please” don't skip past this album. On Aug. 23 of this year, Sabrina Carpenter released the sixth album of her career. Since its release, Short n’ Sweet has climbed to the number...

‘MaXXXine’, released on July 5, 2024, terrified and entranced audiences with scenes of Hollywood glitz and gruesome murder.

Hunger for Fame: Sequel ‘MaXXXine’ Stylishly Stuns

Valeria Tijerina, Reporter September 18, 2024

After watching the A24 film X for the first time, one is left with a sense of equal adoration and utter horror. Mia Goth comes alive on screen with screaming prowess, doubling as the fame-hungry, esoteric...

'Twisters', released on July 19, gives audiences a thrill with exhilarating scenes of raging tornados and a captivating story of unlikely allies.

‘Twisters’ Takes Movie Theaters By Storm

Addy Temple, Heritage Staff September 11, 2024

The roaring of the violent tempest shakes the whole theater. The audience can almost feel the wind whipping at their faces as the raging twister on-screen destroys everything in its way. Everyone holds...

Charli XCX's sixth album, "Brat", was released on June 7 this year. Its iconic album cover became instantly recognizable, dominating the social media feed of many with catchy dance trends and political memes.

Brat Summer: How Lime Green Dominated the Summer of 2024

Vedanti Patil, Reporter September 3, 2024

The summer of 2024 was defined by the color #8ACE00 - a bright, vivid “brat green”. From thousands of TikToks featuring dances to the song Apple to Kamala Harris “bratifying” her X (formerly Twitter)...

The fourth season of the Umbrella Academy was released at the beginning of August. While expectations were high, they were quickly tarnished by the bizarre directions the show went in its final season.

Closing The Umbrella: Final Season of ‘The Umbrella Academy’ Leaves Fans Disappointed

Katie Ring, Reporter August 28, 2024

This review contains major spoilers for the final season of 'The Umbrella Academy'. Read with caution.  One. Two. Three. Four. Five. Six. Seven. In every timeline, this family of seven causes the apocalypse....

Working its way into Austinite's hearts, the shaved ice food truck Fairy Freeze serves cold treats on hot summer days.

Transcendent Treats: Fairy Freeze is Otherworldly

Katie Ring, Reporter August 19, 2024

Texans have been looking for a cold dessert to beat the heat since the beginning of time, and shaved ice is the most recent addition to the list of treats. While other shaved ice places like Sweet...

Romantic leads Penelope Featherington (Nicola Coughlan) and Colin Bridgerton (Luke Newton) steal glances at a social event.

Scandal, Seduction, Splendid Unmasking: Diving Into ‘Bridgerton’ Season Three

Hana Le, Reporter July 13, 2024

Dearest Gentle Reader, the town is abuzz with whispers of scandal, romance, and excitement. Lady Whistledown’s quill has been idle, but not for long, as she chronicles the latest season of our beloved...

'The Reappearance of Rachel Price', the latest novel from acclaimed mystery author Holly Jackson, was released this past April. While enjoyable for fans of the mystery genre, the book ultimately falls short of Jackson's other works, such as the internet-famous 'A Good Girl's Guide to Murder' series.

Book Talk: ‘The Reappearance of Rachel Price’

Rayghen Peak, Reporter July 5, 2024

Rachel Price is not missing. At least not after she reappeared 16 years later. Released in April, Holly Jackson’s newest novel The Reappearance of Rachel Price focuses on Annabel Price, Bel for short....

In its follow up to hit animated film 'Inside Out', Pixar's sequel follows teenager Riley as she encounters new emotions and experiences. The film's message about the complex and conflicting emotions we feel as we grow up quickly captivated the hearts of those in the audience and made the movie a must-watch for all.

‘Inside Out 2’: Once More, With Feeling

Addy Temple, Heritage Staff June 26, 2024

It’s hard to believe that it's been nine years since the release of one of Pixar’s highest-grossing films, Inside Out. Those who regarded it as a childhood favorite have since grown up, undergoing...

At the Germania Amphitheatre, blue lights illuminate the stage where 21 Savage performed. Through his energetic rap style and electrifying stage presence, 21 Savage brought a lively and fun performance to Austin.

21 Savage Brings His ‘American Dream’ to Austin

Mallory Milner, Reporter May 23, 2024

As the stage lights suddenly went dark, an ominous bass tone echoed throughout the amphitheater. The audience, who had previously been dancing to various rap hits, stood anxiously on their toes, eager...

Taylor Swift's eleventh studio album, 'The Tortured Poet's Department', was released in the middle of April. The album encompassed heartbreak and burnout, and was met with much excitement from fans.

Torturously Good: Taylor Swift’s Eleventh Album Surpasses Expectations

Katie Ring, Reporter May 3, 2024

Taylor Swift has mastered the art of music. Dabbling in genres ranging from country to pop to synth, she’s broken records and topped the charts for years. When she announced the release of her eleventh...

At the concert's close, Malcolm Todd performs his fan-favorite track 'Roommates' in harmony with guitarist Luke Tyler Shelton.

Malcolm Todd Delivers Unforgettable ‘Sweet Boy’ Experience to Austin

Sarah Jung, Heritage Portraits Editor April 27, 2024

In the vibrant heart of downtown Austin, the electrifying sounds of Malcolm Todd echoed through the walls of Emo’s. On Saturday, April 20 Todd marked his fourth show in his first-ever tour, titled...

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