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VOL. 4

TOP 3 Mobile

If you’re wondering what video games to play next, here are the top mobile video games chosen by students.

VIDEO GAMES #1Minecraft Minecraft is a free to play game with in game purchases, you can play with friends or alone, build towns or houses, defeat monsters and bosses, and explore different biomes, craft items, and choose your own journey, there are different modes that you can play in and you are free to set your own end to the game, the only limit is your imagination.

#2Block Blast

Block blast is one of the most simple yet entertaining mobile video games. It is available in the App store and Google Play store. The goal of the game is to get the highest score possible while making sure you have space for the next piece. The game gives you three randomly generated shapes that you need to fit into the 8x8 square. Every row that is completed will disappear, contributing to your points and giving you more space for future shapes.

#3 Brawl Stars

Brawl Stars is one of the best mobile video games despite requiring a little skill.

This game is available on most devices, IOS and Android both can download the video game. Many people enjoy this game because of the many things they can do. Players can play and fight against each other or with each other, create their own maps, play with different abilities, and do much more. Overall its a simple and quick game to play on the go that is tons of fun.

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“I love how all of the clothing is casual but still stylish and how easily it can be paired with other items.”

PIA ARANGO (7) Brandy Melville started out in the 1970’s in Italy, and became more recognized in the 2010’s. They achieved popularity by focusing on creating California inspired clothing and jewelry that appealed to their young, female customers. They utilized social media platforms like Instagram and Tumblr to reach their target market. Celebrities like Kaia Gerber and Kendall Jenner were seen wearing Brandy Melville clothing which increased their relevance.

“I really like the cute designs and the really unique jewelry and I also really like the beachy vibe,” said Emilia Barreiro.

Brandy Melville is known today for its trend-setting clothing pieces, and online presence, particularly social media.

They rely on influencer marketing and partnerships to promote their brand. Although the popularity persists, they have also faced criticism for its role in fast fashion’s environmental impact, and allegations for exploitative business practices.

“I don’t like how it’s one size because some things fit and some things don’t and it’s just very annoying,” said Fernanda Gordillo.

brandy melville Opinions, a cute outfit, and a deep dive into how Brandy Melville became famous.

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Traveling not too far from Florida, seventh grader Claudia Hotz visited two different cities in one week. Sitting on a chair enjoying the beautiful tropical view, she first went to Mexico City to spend time with her aunt and cousins. Then, she traveled to Tulum, Mexico, where she spent more time on the beach with her family. “First, I went to Mexico City for a little while to visit my aunt and my cousins, then I went to Tulum, Mexico and went to the beach with my family. The water was super clear and calm, and was overall really pretty,“ said Hotz.

Seventh grader Ana Leyba watches in astonishment as she takes pictures of the famous Sydney Opera House and two koalas. First impressions clearly worked, as Ana was amazed by the country’ s culture as well as the beautiful nature. “It was really cool to see a new place and experience different cultures while I was there. Since Australia is known for keeping well preserved forests, I liked seeing all the plants and animals, “ said Leyba.

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Beach sports

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Posing with large tennis racquets in front of the Dunlop background at the Miami Open, fifth graders Gemma Cosmao and Rheina Sebastian smile for a picture. Experiencing one of the last days of the tournament, both girls made sure to have lots of fun. Smiling for photos, seventh graders Stella Roubach Tomeo, Fabiana Violante Kubler, and Liza Trujillo looked at the camera with their club team, trophy in hand. Due to them being on the same team, they were able to travel to the tournament and other local Florida ones together. “My tournament was in Orlando and it was a long trip to get there but it was a good experience because we played against other teams from Florida like Tampa, Tallahassee, and Orlando. Overall, It was a good experience and we ended up winning the championship,“ said Roubach Tomeo.

Students did it all this year for Spring Break, from visiting sandy beaches to winning and watching championships.

REMIX

Exploring the most popular spanish albums, released this year, touching base on Bad Bunny, Omar Courtz, Rauw Alejandro, and Dei V. Many students enjoyed listening to the the new beats.

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bad bunny

Benito Martinez, better known as Bad Bunny, dropped an album this year. “DTMF” ‘Debi Tirar Mas Fotos’ talks about how important the culture of Puerto Rico really is. The most popular song in the album was ‘DTMF.’ The album name means how he should’ve taken more photos while he lived there with his family and enjoyed the moment. Not only did this album become very popular for Puetro Ricans but also many other music listeners around the world. Olivia Maclean enjoys listening to the album with her friends, “I like this new album since it is very popular and I like listening to it with my friends. All of us like all the songs and find they bring a very good vibe,” said Olivia MacLean (7).

Joshua Omar Medina Cortés a Puerto Rican rapper, better known as Omar Courtz, gained extreme fame and attraction in 2020, with his album ‘En Su Nota.’ Omar Courtz announced his album ‘Primera Musa,’ the most popular song from this album was, ‘Q U E V A S H A C E R H O Y ?’ This album talks about gratitude. He talks about being thankful to God and always puts him first in everything he does in life. “ I like his album because of the beats in the song and I really like this album. It is a very good album that will always be one of my first choices,” said Nicolas Hasbun (8).

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omar courtz

3rauw alejandro

Rauw Alejandro dropped ‘Que Pasaria’ this school year, the most popular song being ‘Que Pasaria’. Instantly after dropping the album got fame for many of the songs. One of the most popular featured bad bunny’s and was listened to by a lot of the Gulliver community.

Petra Escobedo found the album to be very good and made her playlist complete. “I like this album because it gets me very hype and the beat is very fire,” said Petra Escobedo (7).

David Rivera, a Puerto Rican rapper recently dropped an album called ‘Los Flavourz’, the most popular song from this album was ‘Amber.’ This album talks about struggles and success, personal growth, and the journey to achieving one’s goals, it has become extremely popular across the world. He has released many other albums like ‘Quien Es Dei V.’ Deiv V has also worked with famous artists such as Omar Courtz, Feid, and Bad Bunny. Matias Mejia loves listening to ‘Los Flavourz’ because of the satisfying rhythm of the music. “ I like Los Flavorz because I like the rhythm and the beat is very vibey,” said Matias Mejia (8).

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HAIR “I like to use Ouidad’s Curl Quencher for my hair, it is a moisturizing gel that makes my curls more defined. I use it every morning and it makes me feel put together for school,” Elijah Peppers (5)

Self Care

“I realized that even the tiniest acts of care, like brushing your hair or putting on a little lip balm, can be incredibly grounding. This club will give students a regular moment to slow down, reflect, and breathe, something that’s often missing in busy school life. It will create a safe, welcoming space where students feel supported and included. Even just knowing there’s a cozy space waiting for them each week can make students feel seen, safe, and valued.”

NINOSKA MARCUCCI

CLUB SKIN “My favorite skincare product I have is the Cloud Surf Water Cream Bubble Moisturizer. I think that it is special because it has a little bowl for mixing skin-tints and other types of skincare into it. It makes me feel more relaxed before going to bed, especially after doing a lot of homework. It also makes me more confident in my makeup.”

Araya Kaushal-Nagra (8)

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Mrs. Marcucci is trying to start a self care club. This is what self care looks like for students in daily life.

NAILS “My favorite product is the Butter London Jelly Strengthening Treatment.

It strengthens the nail so that it doesn’t break, heals the nail, and provides a light pink color. I feel like my nails look good and I don’t feel worried about them breaking after I use it.”

Siena Lunt (8)

bedazzle IT BEDAZZLING HAS BECOME VERY POPULAR. PEOPLE LIKE TO BEDAZZLE BECAUSE IT IS RELAXING AND IT IS A BREAK FROM WHAT THEY WERE DOING.

These figurines are so much fun to bedazzle because there are many different themes. They are also a surprise on what you get so it makes it so much fun to open them. They can come in animals, candies, vegetables, birthday surprises, marine animals, flowers, and many more.

Bedazzling these figurines makes them look different and stand out from all of the other plain ones. “I love to bedazzle Sonny Angels because they are little figures that are so cute and easy to bedazzle and with the sparkly little glitter pieces it makes it look better,” said Alexa Schumacher (7).

beauty products

figurines

Bedazzling beauty products is also something fun to do. One beauty product that is used to bedazzle a lot is lipglosses. A popular brand is laneige. Laneige can come in many different shapes and sizes, this makes it more fun because they are all not the same. The little sparkly gems added to the products makes it look super cool and unique. “I like to bedazzle my beauty products because it helps relieve stress and it is a very calming process. It also makes them look really pretty and has a better appearance,” said Estelle Gross (7).

CLAW CLIPS

One student decided to start a business with one of her friends in New York to bedazzle claw clips. Bedazzling claw clips is also so cute and a fun thing to do. They are really entertaining and fun to make the clips and they can turn out super good. It can add a sparkle to the hair and make the plain clip pop. “I started my business because I really enjoy making these claw clips and my friend inspired me to start and make them,” said Avery Blatt (6).

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under

the stars dresses

Eighth graders spent time picking out the perfect outfit completed with accessories and a dress that matches the theme for their eighth grade dance, Art Deco mixed with “Under the Stars.”

scents

This shiny sequin scrunch strapless gold dress from Lucy in the Sky is perfect for the dance because it matches the “Under the Stars” theme, reflecting the colors of a star.

To complete the outfit, every girl needs her signature scent, this one being a favorite among students. The Kayali Vanilla Royale has a sweet fragrance of vanilla which compliments the whole outfit.

Heels

These block heels from RIBONGZ match the stars from the theme and pair with the dress cohesively. This year students decided that classy heels would be a good idea since they would look cuter with their dresses.

accessories

This purse from Zadig & Voltaire is both an ideal size and color to bring to the dance. The black color with the silver wings go along with the theme well because it displays the color of the starry night sky.

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Bold eighth graders asked out some girls to the dance with creative signs. The signs composed of jokes and catchy phrases which made cute sign ideas with pops of colors.

Tomas Maslowski asked Julia Cardoso to the dance with an Acai Bowl themed poster since he knew she always would buy acai and it was one of her favorite foods. Cardoso loved the poster and was so happy he remembered her love for acai. “I was really suprised when I saw him holding the poster because it was an unexpected moment, but I loved that he suprised me, ” said Cardoso.

Lorenzo Espina asked Arielle Tzur to dance with a poster inspired by the famous movie “Ten Things I Hate About You”. Yet, he put a twist on the title and wrote “Ten Things I Love About You” making it a sweet sign. “ I thought it was really cute and creative. As well it was very special because it is one of my favorite movies,” said Tzur.

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scoop

What are the top ice cream spots in the city?

Dairy Queen

To cool down, customers visit Dairy Queen and order their famous soft serves which are called blizzards. In comparison to traditional ice cream, these blizzards are an item with different texture and taste. This frozen treat accounts for more than 23% of overall store sales demonstrating its success. “Dairy Queen has such good Blizzards and I go there all the time. My favorite Blizzard is definitely their Reese’s Pieces Cookie Dough one,” said Clara Friedman (8).

chill’n

Chill’n ice cream stands out as they create ice cream using liquid nitrogen. As years have gone by, Chill’n remains a popular ice cream shop with many locations in Florida. This ice cream shop provides a variety of flavors and toppings attracting many customers. With the ability to create their own flavor, customers enjoy customizing their chosen base and mix-ins. “I like how they make the ice cream in a cool way with nitrogen and how they make it right in front of you. I usually get really rare flavors since I can mix toppings,” said Fernanda Gordillo (7).

WALlS

Walls ice cream is known for their vibrant colors that display their old fashioned theme. Something else that attracts customers is the outdoor seating area that not only includes tables but also includes games like cornhole and tic tac toe. Some popular flavors include cookies and cream and their soft scoop vanilla ice cream. “I love Walls because it’s different from other ice cream places when it comes to decorations and it also has games in the outdoor seating area which makes it fun,” said Siena Gonzalez (8).

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BOLD gold Students share their thoughts on jewelry and discuss how it reflects their style, identity, and trends.

“I wear jewelry because it makes me feel prettier and I feel more put together.” mika rodriguez (7)

“My favorite places to buy jewelry are Evry Jewels, Van Cleef, and Tiffany &Co.” sophie Herrera (8)

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“I like things on my hands and wrists like bracelets, hand chains, and rings. I feel like it makes my hands look more elegant and girly.” elle spektor (7)

favorite

cookies WE HEAR WHAT STUDENTS HAVE TO SAY ABOUT THEIR FAVORITE COOKIE BRANDS.

Crumbl

“My favorite place is Crumbl cookies because they have lots of cool and unique flavors and they taste really delicious and my favorite cookie is the oreo one.” emilia compel (7)

Night Owl Insomnia “My favorite is Night Owl and what makes them better when I put them in the microwave and it gets really hot and my favorite flavor is the birthday cake one, the sprinkle one.”

Valeria Marimon (5)

“My favorite cookies are Insomnia because they have a good double chocolate chip cookie. I honestly think that the flavors are not as good as other stores but I think no other store can top Insomnia’s double chocolate chip.” siena smith (5) 10

STYLED INTRIANGL

A popular bathing suit brand with many patterns, styles and colors.

red triangle bikini set

“I like the triangle shape because it gives me good tan lines and makes me stylish at the beach paired with a triangl bag blue Velvet crop Bikini Set that matches the bathing suit.”

“I like the mica bikini style Martina Aguirre Gonzalez Camarena (7) because of how modest and comfortable it is, and I also like the coverage it gives.”

Olivia Gabay (7)

pink sparkle scoop bikini set

“I like Triangl because I like how they have a bunch of different patterns like crochet and sparkle. I also like the different types of styles such as the scoop one which is my favorite.”

Ashley Firestone (8)

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blue velvet balconette bikini set

“I like the different shades of colors the bathing suits come in, I also really like all the patterns the styles come in.”

Martina Restrepo (6)

Polished to Perfection Student expressed themselves with their nails, from elaborate nail art to simple shapes and colors.

Many students love to express together, and stylish. themselves through their nails. Many choose to “My favorite nail design is french have different designs, colors, shapes and much tips because they are pretty and you can more. This allows for their style to shine through. get different colors but they are not tacky or Some students do their nails by themselves overdoing it,” said Elle Spektor (7). but most choose to go to a salon. But all of Each student has their favorite color to their nails have one thing in common which is choose. Funny Bunny, Bubble Bath, Navy, and adding personalization to their nails to make it White just to name a few. Choosing a signature their own! color is a great way to express yourself while “I like nail art because you can be keeping a routine. creative and do different designs and it’s not too “I like Bubble Bath because it’s a clean simple and basic,” said Alex Suarez (8). and simple color that matches with everything Picking a different design, color, or and is good for everyday life,” said Siena style is a great way to show how you’re feeling Gonzalez (8). and what style you’re into. It’s a super fun thing From picking a color to getting the to do that never gets old or boring. Having finishing touches like a design, getting your nails your nails done is a way to feel confident, put gone is a great way to express yourself.

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4x National

Champions

ON APRIL 6, THE CHEER TEAM WON NATIONALS FOR THE FOURTH TIME IN A ROW. ALL CHEERLEADERS HAD AN AMAZING TIME FROM PRACTICE TO PERFORMANCE TO AWARD. On April 6, the cheerleaders competed at USCA for the fourth year in a row. Winning the school another national championship title.

“Winning first place 4 years in a row is such a good feeling. Practicing definitely paid off,” eighth grader Sammy Fine said.

The girls worked very hard all year preparing for this moment. With many challenges in their way, they fought through and brought them all to the mat.

“I am very happy that we won this year, all the girls tried their very best we deserve it,” seventh grader Priscilla Freeman said.

Competition days are very stressful days for the girls, making sure their hair and makeup is perfect, practicing in the hallways and praying all stunts hit.

“The day of competition is definitely a stressful one but once I get to the meeting place I’am so happy to see my friends that’s all my stress goes away,” sixth grader Josie Martin said.

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Swedish

SUGAR RUSH ONE OF THE MOST POPULAR CANDIES FROM SWEDEN HAS BECOME POPULAR HERE AT SCHOOL.

LEMON RASPBERRY SKULL BUB “At first when I tried the sour candy it was super sour but eventually the sourness went away and it was super sweet. This flavor was unexpected but I really liked the combination of lemon, raspberry, sweet, and sour.” ava gabay (8)

BANANA CARAMEL BUBS “I love the banana caramel bubs because I like the marshmallow, soft, and light texture. I thought the combination of caramel and banana would not taste that good but I was very surprised because it was amazing..”

ANIA JUDA (8)

PEAR BUBS “My favorite Swedish candy is the Pear Bubs because I like the fluffy texture and the sweet flavor of the candy. My friend brought me this candy from New York and I’m so glad she did because it was worth it.”” arielle tzur (8)

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Sensation

sonny angel

SONNY ANGELS ARE LITTLE JAPANESE FIGURINES WHICH HAVE RISEN TO FAME THROUGH SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS LIKE TIKTOK.

Sonny Angels have become one of social media’s biggest sensations. They are little cherub figurines topped with different animals, fruits, or foods. There are two different types of them, hippers and the regular series.

“I bought my first Sonny Angel when they became popular, and my favorite thing about them is that they are all so unique and cute. I collected more throughout different times, and now I have lots of them,” said Sasha Zaragoza (7).

Many people who are interested in Sonny Angels have decided to bedazzle them, adding an extra sparkle to the figurines. This is also something that is a very good way to relax and to spend your free time doing. Sonny Angels became very popular through TikTok and other social media platforms.

“I like the monkey and the tiger because they are both really cute and the monkey is one of my favorite animals. I also really like them when they are bedazzled. I first discovered them through tik tok and I didn’t really like them but then when I got one off of amazon I fell in love. Now I have over ten of them,” said Maya Pattabhiraman (7).

There are different places where you can buy Sonny Angels. Everyone gets them for different purposes, depending on why they want them. Some people get them while traveling, others on certain websites.

“I get my Sonny Angels from Amazon, and sometimes I get them from the actual website. I got my favorite Sonny Angel when I had the flu to keep me busy. It looks like a pink lion. My favorite thing about them is that my friends bedazzle them and they’re really cute. I also love decorating my room with them, because you never know which one you’re going to get,” said Estelle Gross (7).

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Threadeddreams A;exa Weinstein’s crocheting has been thriving ever since her 2022 debut. Making plushies, bags, headbands, and so much more, Alexa has shared her talents with the world.

In 2022, Alexa Weinstein started her crochet business, and the orders started coming in. Self-taught at ten years old, Weinstein now makes a high number of sales. From here, her business can only keep growing.

“I was really obsessed with stuffed animals and couldn’t keep buying more. So, I decided to learn how to make them. I learned to crochet three years ago at ten years old. Now, it is crazy to me to see how much my business and skills have evolved over the years,” Weinstein said.

On her Instagram, she posts about her crocheting business which gets her many orders. Because she’s had a lot of orders, work starts coming in and Weinstein tries to manage with her business and her education.

“My business gets stressful at times because of school.

This sometimes causes my customers to have to wait longer since school is my number one priority. However, I am a fast crocheter so it doesn’t take too long, depending on the order,” said Weistein.

Every order comes with its own special meaning. Some of Weinstein’s orders have special meaning behind it. Once, she got a message from a person who asked for a plushie in memory of her dog, “I once had a special order where a person asked me to make something of her puppy since her puppy had just passed away. She kept it on her nightstand for a memory of him and I was happy I was able to be a part of it,” said Weinstein.

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2000s are back

Three shows from the 2000s came back into popularity this year.

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The Vampire Diaries

Gossip Girl

Friends

Known all over the world, The Vampire Diaries has earned their place as one of the best shows from the 2000s, lasting from 2009-2017. The popular actors have become so loved throughout the years and have raised many opinions on who the character Elena should end up with. The tense supernatural romance that the show has, has helped the show maintain viewers to this day. “What I like about Vampire Diaries is all the drama and suspense it has. There is great acting and amazing characters in the show. I also love the romantic concept of the show and the connection between all of the characters. I am so team Stefan,” said Silvana Holschneider (7).

Gossip Girl is one of the most watched shows of all time. The show went all the way from 20072012 capturing the eyes of many. With its exciting plot twists and interesting characters, the show has come back into style. Teens love the drama within the scenes and enjoy the suspense with finding out who Gossip Girl might be. “The reason I like Gossip Girl is because it is so unpredictable and never makes you want to stop watching. My favorite character is Chuck Bass because he adds a lot to the storyline and has a good character arch. I love chatting with my friends about the show,” said Siena Gonzalez (8).

The popular show Friends has been around since 1994 and lasted till 2004 but is still watched today. This show demonstrates what real friendships look like and it is very relatable to many people. Each character is very funny and interesting to watch. It has come back into popularity because of how genuine the characters are and how realistic the show is. “My favorite part about the show Friends is how it clearly represents what true friendship is all about. It isn’t one of the types of shows that seem fake because the actors in Friends were best friends in real life,” said Micheal Moskowitz (7).

Miami Open

The Miami Open is a full day experience that includes entertainment, food, and matches. In order for the players to participate in these special events they need to have a high enough ATP or WTA ranking. Players could also be invited or get this opportunity by a wildcard. A wildcard is tournament organizers who can pick a player to play not because of ranking but because of the potential they have. These players are all very experienced and amazing. “My favorite part was watching the players practice since you can get really close to the court and see how good they are in person,” said Felipe Junquiera (7).

The Miami Open is a sports event held during the month of March. Many people enjoy watching their favorite tennis players compete.

With many activities that you can do at Miami Open like watching the games and going to the pop ups some fans were able to meet and get even closer to the players. Music performances, diverse food and beverage options, and interactive fan experiences are all a big part of what makes Miami Open such a popular event. Having an interactive fan experience is one of the key reasons why it is so special and so many people love it and keep going back. “It was really fun going to the Miami Open because one of my friends got us credentials, so we could meet all the players. During the day we watched a lot of matches. I was there with alot of my friends and we went to get lunch and go see all the pop ups. I watched the finals, semi-finals, and the quarter finals which were all really fun,” said Siena Ringel (8). There are many ways the fans can interact with the players such as official meet and greets, autograph sessions, and fan zones with games that include the players and contests.

During the Miami Open, many students visited to see their favorite tennis players compete. Many also went for the ambiance and to enjoy themselves by stopping at the pop ups, eating food, and just enjoying the environment. “I watched a lot of the players practice, and I ate alot of miami slice which is pizza. My experience was really fun because I loved seeing the players practice and getting signatures and pictures was really cool,” said Felipe Junquiera (7). Most of the games being played between late March and early April the final match was played by Jakub Mensik against Novak Djokovic on Sunday March 30. Mensik ended the match with an ace with a tie of 7-6 (4), 7-6 (4) breaking the tie. “It was really fun to watch and everyone thought Jocavich was going to win but Menchi won at the age of only 19,” said Sasha Zaragoza (7).

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Casa Tua HERE ARE SOME POPULAR OPTIONS TO EAT AT CASA TUA.

creme brulee

The creme brulee at casa tua is made of soft and airy cream. They use a torch to fire the sugar to make the hard top “At Casa Tua, I like creme brulee because the top is crispy but on the inside it is soft and creamy,” said Priscilla Freeman (7).

pasta bolognese

The pasta bolognese is very delicious because it’s made with organic sauce and thick pastas. The pasta is topped with shredded mozzarella shaved right in front of you. ”I love the pasta at Casa Tua because they have many types.

My favorite is the pasta bolognese because the sauce is divine and with the cheese on top is the best,” said Sammy Fine (8).

margherita pizza

The margherita pizza at Casa Tua is amazing because it’s well made with thick cheese. They have a big variety of different pizzas with . ”I like the cheese pizza at Casa Tua because the bread is very soft and crunchy. The sauce is very sweet which makes the pizza taste better. The environment casa tua is also very friendly,” said Felipe Uncada (7).

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Breakfast

at maman’s STUDENTS VISITED THE RESTAURANT MAMAN IN SOUTH FLORIDA AND TOLD US THEIR THOUGHTS.

Eighth graders Thereza Milano and Marisa Beverley went to the newly opened restaurant called Maman. This beautiful restaurant located in South Miami is famous for its fresh baked goods.

The two girls order an iced vanilla latte and chocolate chip cookie and give their reviews on it.

“I thought their freshly baked chocolate chip cookies were very moist and fluffy. When I tried an ice cold vanilla latte, It was very tasty and I would definitely recommend a 10/10,” said Milano.

The place is very well decorated and its appearance is what attracts customers. The restaurant has lots of greenery and flowers which gives it a pleasant feel. Each wall is painted with blue and white giving it a calming appearance.

“Their service is outstanding and the quality of its food is amazing,” said Beverley.

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“First we mine then we craft, LET’S MINECRAFT!” A Minecraft Movie was a hit at the movie theaters.

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Popcorn thrown in the air, screams coming from throwing popcorn when the quotes from the memes above, and laughter in every corner, A Minecraft Movie came. The theatres were so crazy that cops were called does not fail to deliver a great experience. Minecraft is to keep things in order. a movie that took the world by storm. With actors like “I will give a solid 7.8/10 for the Minecraft Jack Black and Jason Mamoa starring in the film, it was movie. The theater was hectic; a lot of things were being destined for greatness. Fame began when the trailer thrown around like popcorn, sodas, and slushies. Cops was released. People all over the internet were reacting had to be called because of how much chaos was going to it and found it hilarious, going viral on TikTok because on. But overall I had a lot of fun,” said Nicolas Schnur of memes such as “Chicken Jockey” and “The Nether.” (8).

“Everyone was going crazy especially in the This movie premiere might go down as one of chicken jockey scene. Everyone was ecstatic throwing the most eventful theatre experiences of all time. their snacks everywhere,” said Adrian Bernstein (8).

“It was a really good movie in general, the plot Movie theatres were filled from top to bottom and actors were good and I liked how they added a few with teenagers and friends, families, and people who jokes in it. My favorite scene was probably the chicken just wanted to watch the movie. But it quickly turned jockey part,” said Antonio Carom (8). to chaos when there were many TikToks of people

Delight

in a bite

How to make Get two tablespoons of butter and put it on a pan. Put the pan on the stove and set to medium.

Pour kataifi in and mix until golden brown and crispy.

To melt the chocolate, add chocolate melts to a microwave safe bowl and heat up until melted.

Mix pistachio butter and tahini and pour in the kataifi and mix.

Spread the melted chocolate evenly around the chocolate mold and put in the freezer for 10 minutes.

After 10 minutes, add the pistachio butter and kataifi mixture over the layer of chocolate into the center of the mold and add more melted chocolate over everything.

Dubai chocolate has recently caught many people’s attention through social media. Recipes have been posted on Instagram, TikTok, and other social platforms.

“When I first saw Dubai chocolate, I thought it was weird and that I wouldn’t like it because it has pistachio in it and I don’t like pistachio. But I tried it anyway and I ended up really liking it and now I eat it all the time,” said Julia Cardoso (8).

What makes this chocolate different from others is because it’s a chocolate bar filled with pistachio and kataifi which gives a crunchy texture inside rather than just usual chocolate.

“Dubai chocolate is really tasty because it’s crunchy and it’s not super rich which I really like,” said Ashley Firestone (8).

Put it in the freezer for 20-30 minutes or until the chocolate is hardened.

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COACHELLA One of the best music festivals, Coachella, happened April 11-13, and people had a lot of fun dressing up, listening to their favorite artists, and having fun with their friends.

Coachella 2025 was amazing, an experience like something out of a movie. There were so many acts and things to see. It wasn’t a concert, it was like an experience. Many students took in the experience via the livestream.

Lady Gaga performed on the opening night and totally dominated the stage. Her voice was incredible, and the way she interacted with the crowd was really cool.

Then came Green Day. It was loud, fun, and energetic even though they’ve been around for a while, they were still playing. Post Malone wrapped up being the final headliner, and he had everyone singing along and catching the vibes off of him. It was truly special.

“I watched the Feid concert which was one of my favorite because Feid sang many of my favorite songs and overall it was a blast of a show,” said Tomas Maslowski (8).

There were also amazing solo performances, like Lisa of BlackPink. She just had so much energy on stage and the whole crowd totally loved it. Travis Scott’s show 23

was also amazing. He played all of his best songs that are absolute bangers and had this crazy setup with lights and projections that was more of an art installation than a concert. Missy Elliott and Megan Thee Stallion also had very strong sets that got the whole crowd moving.

“I watched Ty Dolla $ign because he performed alongside Feid, and it was really fun to watch them sing their new release Dallax,” said Diego Sthory (8).

The campgrounds themselves were exciting, too. There were massive art works everywhere, and everybody was dressed in the most creative outfits, some were quite fashionable and others just fun and colorful. It made the environment feel alive.

The only downsides were the weather--people said that it was extremely hot--and the fact that everything was pretty expensive. But with those parts being said, overall the experience was one for the books.

This year’s Coachella was music, art, and just people all coming to have a great time.

CHAMPIONS league

THE BEST SOCCER COMPETITION IN THE WORLD. The UEFA champions league is considered the best league in the world, not only because of its amazing games and environment but how it brings people together. It is exciting to not only the watchers and fans, but the players and officials. People from all ages and all countries are came together to watch the tournament.

“The Champions League is one of my favorite events to watch in my free time,” said Paulo Martinez (8).

Some people that play soccer watch the Champions as a learning experience. They watch in hopes of going professional one day and are inspired to play there. Even if it doesn’t mean playing for their favorite team, just playing in the UEFA champions is a life goal for young promising soccer players.

“It’s a very entertaining, inspirational tournament. If you are really looking to become a pro, these nights become your style, and if you analyze the games well you will get better. I have been a Barcelona fan since I was little, and I would like them to lift the trophy,” said Roberto Ortega (8).

Some people think that the UEFA champions league is corrupt and unfair at some points. This doesn’t necessarily mean that this competition is rigged, but some calls by referees have stirred controversy.

“The Champions League is a European event that is robbed by Real Madrid. For example, my favorite team, Atletico de Madrid, got robbed because apparently Julian Alvarez touched the ball twice while taking the penalty. It got further revised and as a result he just kicked and it didn’t touch twice. The VAR must’ve edited it,” said Rodrigo Estrada (8).

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about the

cover “Students were able to bring their dreams to life this year. They aspired to be the greatest and excelled in classes, sports, and extracurriculars. Our magazine theme embodies the dreams students strive to accomplish and the dreams that they already have. The soft colors and fonts help give the effect of a dream, especially the cursive with resembles a dreamy feeling while reading it. “ clara barbosa (8) SOFIA CAPRIO (8)

staff

Martina Aguirre Gonzalez Camarena, Carolina Aizemberg, Pia Arango, Clara Barbosa, Sofia Caprio, Julia Cardoso, Clementina Coll Roversi, Emi Compel, Matias De Armas Sanchez, Pablo Escallon, Tristan Exelbert, Sammy Fine, Valeria Finskaya, Jimena Franco, Priscilla Freeman, Clara Friedman, Ava Gabay, Liv Gabay, Lilian Garcia, Siena Lynn Hernandez, Ania Juda, Araya Kaushal-Nagra, Zoe Kempler, Andrii Klymenko, Victor Krislav, Ana Leyba, Julian Lobon-Bettelheim, Olivia MacLean, Tomas Maslowski, Emilia Meyer, Olly Miranda, Sonia Murugesan, Alba Narus, Camila Orrego, Alejandra Ortega Ganen, Antonio Padoveze Goncalves, Maya Pattabhiraman, Emma Perez, Michel Pierson Mantica, Sophie Proman, Philippine Ritter, Annabelle Rivas-Vasquez, Mika Rodriguez, Sienna Safchik, Alexa Schumacher, Sammi Schwartz, Hana Smith, Diego Sthory, Alexandra Suarez, Kai Tai, Alessio Tedesco, Olivia Trejos, Liza Trujillo Flushing, Sebastian Uzcategui, Fabiana Volante Kubler, Sasha Zaragoza