On one hand, I’m pretty much the same awkward 14-year-old I was two years ago (as my sister loves to remind me), but on the other hand, I have learned a few tips and tricks that would have made my first year of high school a little more bearable. If I could travel back in time and have ten minutes with my former freshman self, I think I would say something along the lines of this…
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Nearly 50 years old, Beatles album stands test of time
49 years ago today The Fab Four released Help!, their second movie soundtrack and 5th album. The Beatles certainly don’t need much of an introduction. At the time of its release it was lauded as a critical and commercial success. Being a Beatles album pretty much guarantees it’s sacred to a large portion of music lovers today.
‘Queen’ turns homophobic fears into tools of empowerment
Ominous, industrial sounding synths scream and whir as Mike Hadreas becomes the embodiment of everything America fears from the gay community. “No family is safe when I sashay,” he almost hollers in Perfume Genius’s new single ‘Queen’.
Trek Yourself Before You Wreck Yourself: China
Summer and sleeping are synonymous to me, so it does take a lot of persuading for me to leave my home and depart for a foreign country, or even Houston. But some things you just can’t see if you stay put.
Star-studded film attempts indie feel, loses charm in details
by Sydney Garrett, staff reporter For many, music is just an enjoyable pastime. However, in musically-inclined director John Carney’s new film “Begin Again,” music defines the lives of many characters by driving wedges into relationships, preserving friendships and even determining fates. The movie centers on the life of Gretta (Keira Knightley), […]
Messi just another small piece in Argentina’s grand puzzle
by Austin Coats, sports editor As the upcoming World Cup final between Germany and Argentina nears, many call Argentina somewhat dependent on Lionel Messi, four-time FIFA player of the year. In fact, this morning I read an article with the headline: “Magical Messi and Argentina or united Germany to win it […]
Setting new goals provides welcome change from usual summer monotony
Summer is here, and it’s time to change things up from the usual Netflix binge.
Unique blend of running, zombie apocalypse creates perfect exercise app
During the hot Texas summer, running is often the very last thing people want to be doing. However, with the Zombies, Run! app, a daily run can be both a good source of entertainment and exercise.
Forensics team members perform verbal wizardry in Kansas
This June, five Consol students traveled to Kansas to complete the last leg of their journey towards nationals, finishing off with a satisfying end to the debate year.
Lauren Oliver’s ‘Before I Fall’ shocks readers with profound wisdom
by Elizabeth Reed, online and photography editor Starting on my summer goal of steady leisure reading before it’s time to crack down on summer assignments, I picked up a copy of “Before I Fall” by Lauren Oliver (who’s also known for the “Delirium” series.) The book’s back cover caught my attention, along […]
