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"$ome $exy $ongs 4 U" comprises collaboration between Drake and PARTYNEXTDOOR that serves as an homage to the artists' homes in Toronto, Canada. The album was released on Feb. 14. Photo Courtesy of Spotify.

Album Review: “$ome $exy $ongs 4 U”

Kai Strzelecki, Staff Writer March 6, 2025

With a slower tempo and an introspective tone “$ome $exy $ongs 4 U” by two famous Canadian artists, Drake and PARTYNEXTDOOR is not the usual fast-paced music expected by the artists. The album was...

Actors Sevey Morten (11), Raisa Tuerxun (12) and Nolan Greer (12) perform 'It's Not About Me,' a number where Dee Dee Allen and her crew attempt to promote themselves amongst the school under the guise of supporting the protagonist's, Emma's, plight. 'The Prom' held its last showing on March 1. Photo courtesy of Sevey Morten.

TP Players presents ‘The Prom’

Cass Love, Staff Writer March 5, 2025

“It’s a story with a lot of heart.”  At least, that is what I was told about “The Prom,” the winter play put on by the TP Players in February. That is how Zoe Huang (12), student director,...

Little Joy coffee bar owner, Drew Jeglinski makes a handcrafted iced latte. Little Joy opened in 2019 and has been Del Mar local's favorite coffee shop since.

Restaurant Review: Little Joy

Elsa Goodman, Director of Social Media February 28, 2025

Nestled in the heart of Del Mar a few feet from the beloved Board & Brew, lies Little Joy coffee bar. Starting as Del Mar locals’ favorite coffee cart in 2019, the cart was formerly operated by Zumbar...

'When Harry Met Sally' is a classic romance movie. The movie aired in in 1989. Photo courtesy of Peter K. Levy through Creative Commons.

Love at first watch

Liv Weaver, Sarina Feng, and Lana Weber February 14, 2025

Falconer reporters provide the best love movies through recent decades. 1980s  “Dirty Dancing” (1987) A 1987 masterpiece, “Dirty Dancing” is a romantic drama dance film starring Jennifer Grey...

Bruno Mars is one of the eight artists, who is mentioned as having strong love songs of this century. Mars' song 'Just the Way You Are' was released in 2012. love songs Photo courtesy of Flickr through Creative Commons.

Open your hearts, open your ears

Joy Ma, Asst. Editor-in-Chief, Longform February 14, 2025

Falconer’s favorite love songs from the 21st century: “We Belong Together” by Mariah Carey A classic and powerful R&B ballad about yearning and heartbreak, Carey depicts the anguish of loving...

Review: Super Bowl LIX halftime show

Lily Bruch, Staff Writer February 13, 2025

"Too loud, too reckless, too ghetto," Samuel L. Jackson, playing Uncle Sam, said on Sunday during Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl LIX halftime performance. He continued, "Mr. Lamar, do you really know how...

The start of the Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve hike begins with a beautiful view of the Pacific Ocean. Loved by Ashwaq Manasrah (12) in particular, the trail features various terrains.

Top hiking trails in San Diego

Sophia Gorba, Staff Writer February 13, 2025

From waterfalls to narrow canyon trails to dense forestry to open sand, San Diego provides its residents with a wide variety of options to experience nature. Students and faculty share their favorite trails...

'Debí Tirar Más Fotos' combines Bad Bunnys Puerto Rican roots and desire to advocate for social and political justice.  'Debí Tirar Más Fotos' was released on Jan. 5. Photo courtesy of Rimas Entertainment.

Album Review: ‘Debí Tirar Más Fotos’

Lily Bruch, Staff Writer February 11, 2025

Proving that music transcends language barriers, Bad Bunny’s sixth studio album, “Debí Tirar Más Fotos,” released on Jan. 5, pays homage to his Puerto Rican homeland through traditional sounds...

Alex Consani is a transgender modeling superstar making waves in the modeling industry. Consani was named Model of the Year at the Fashion Awards. Photo courtesy of Creative Commons from Dave Benett/Getty Images.

Alex Consani named Model of the Year

Lily Bruch, Staff Writer February 10, 2025

Alex Consani: a transgender modeling superstar making waves in the modeling industry. Cosani walks for major brands like Chanel, Stella McCartney and Victoria’s Secret. At just 12 years old, Cosani began...

Grammy awards sit, ready to be handed off. On Sunday, Los Angeles came together at the 67th Annual Grammy Awards to garner $7 million for fire relief through MusiCares. Photo courtesy of Creative Commons from Free Malaysia Today.

67th Annual Grammy Awards recap

Lana Weber, Staff Writer February 6, 2025

In the wake of the tragic Los Angeles wildfires, the 67th Annual Grammy Awards on Sunday brought artists of various genres together to support the city, garnering $7 million for fire relief through MusiCares...

Dominating the music scene, SZA remains one of the top modern R&B artists. On Dec. 20, SZA released 'Lana.' Photo courtesy of deshaunicus through Creative Commons.

Album Review: ‘Lana’

Ellie Koff, Assistant Editor-in-Chief, Outreach February 4, 2025

SZA did it again. With her latest album “Lana,” the R&B sensation proves why she remains one of the most compelling voices in modern music. Packed with heartfelt lyricism, smooth production and...

Sawako Ogino paints away during her first period class. Ogino was recently named the January Artist of the Month.

Artist of the Month: Sawako Ogino

April Kato, News Editor February 3, 2025

Sometimes, it only takes a few months for a student to fascinate the school with their artwork. That is the story of Sawako Ogino (11), named January Artist of the Month after just six months of studying...

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