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Mary Lambert released her debut album titled "Heart On My Sleeve" on Oct. 14. The album discusses topics such as love and sexuality.

Heart On My Sleeve is stark and startling debut album

by Elisabeth Siegel, Winged Post News Editor October 23, 2014

Singer-songwriter Mary Lambert, who rose to popularity through singing the hook of rapper Macklemore and Ryan Lewis’ hit single “Same Love,” released her triumphant debut album "Heart On My Sleeve"...

New Starbucks heats up Harker community

by Meilan Steimle and Kaitlin Hsu October 22, 2014

The opening of a Starbucks across the street from Harker has influenced the daily routines of a diverse group of students, faculty, and baristas. Situated at the corner of the Lion Food Center, also...

One of the many uses of pumpkins is for flavoring in Starbucks' famous pumpkin spice latte. See below to discover additional ways to use pumpkins.

The many uses of pumpkins

by Sanjana Avula and Ayushi Gautam October 22, 2014

Candy corn, spider webs, and pumpkins galore. As Halloween approaches, pumpkins pop up on almost every front porch during this time of the year. Use any left-over pumpkins to make quick and easy desserts,...

Madelyn Wang (12) and Archana Podury (12) wear sweaters during the fall.

Sweater weather

by Kavya Ramakrishnan, Winged Post Copy Editor October 22, 2014

With average temperatures finally in the 60s this week, giving students the chance to bring back their fall wardrobe, including sweaters, sweatshirts and scarves, into rotation. Cardigans : Great for...

Artist Hoodie Allen self-released his own album titled "People Keep Talking" on Oct. 14. The style of the songs varies dramatically throughout the album.

Album Review: People Keep Talking by Hoodie Allen

by Varun Baldwa October 19, 2014

American hip-hop artist Hoodie Allen self-released his first studio album titled "People Keep Talking" on Oct. 14. The album consists of 14 tracks, all of which follow an underlying theme of being oneself...

In a Nutshell: Quinoa salad

by Fred Chang and Priscilla Pan October 10, 2014

‘Keen-wa,’ the latest “superfood,” and kale, a not-so-latest “superfood.” Brought to you in a super marriage. The pastor? Balsamic vinaigrette. Recipe: Notes Difficulty: Super super...

In a Nutshell: Caramel Apple Skewers

by Fred Chang and Priscilla Pan October 10, 2014

You know when that surface area to volume ratio just doesn’t cut it? Basically - normal caramel apple skewers just aren’t satisfactory treats. Sure, there’s that wonderful sweet exterior, but bite...

In a Nutshell: Summer Vietnamese Spring Rolls

by Fred Chang and Priscilla Pan October 10, 2014

Fresh, cold, crispy with a creamy light tangy sauce. We present to thee, our take Vietnamese-style spring rolls. These can be a light meal or a very delicious snack. Recipe: Notes Difficulty:...

Jack-o'-Lanterns are relatively new additions to the ancient festival of Halloween. Keep reading to discover more about the origins of this celebration.

Halloween origins

by Derek Yen, Reporter October 9, 2014

On Oct. 31, families from across the world will celebrate Halloween, a traditional holiday of timeless age. But how did it actually begin? I decided to do some research on the origins of Halloween...

This still from Scream captures the spooky spirit of Halloween perfectly. Scream is amongst one of the most terrifying Halloween movies to watch.

Scary Halloween movies

by Stanley Zhao October 8, 2014

Halloween is approaching rapidly. Many students choose to go trick-or-treating but there are a variety of activities that can be enjoyed at home to celebrate. One great get-together activity is watching...

The Maze Runner cover shows Thomas, portrayed by Dylan O’Brien sprints from the maze being chased by other people who are trapped on the enclosed environment. The energy-packed movie broke box office predictions with a domestic total just under $37 million.

Maze Runner Review – 5/5 Stars

by Jenna Sadhu, Reporter September 25, 2014

Based on a best-selling trilogy and directed by Wes Ball, “The Maze Runner” has broken box office predictions with a rising domestic total of nearly $37,000,000. Critics across the board compare it...

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