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U2 released their 13th studio album, Songs of Innocence, on September 9 through Apple. The album, named after William Blake’s poetry collection, features 11 songs, many of which have a personal meaning to the band and focus on the band’s younger days.

U2 releases new album through Apple

by Catherine Huang, Reporter September 23, 2014

U2 released their 13th studio album, "Songs of Innocence," on Sept. 9 through Apple. The album was released for free and automatically downloaded into people’s devices through iTunes. It will be released...

 Cold Stone Creamery recently began marketing ice cream cookie sandwiches, similar to those of CREAM, a local popular ice cream shop.

Cold eats: Coldstone vs. CREAM ice-cream sandwiches

by Anokhi Saklecha and Sabrina Sidhu September 6, 2014

Ice cream parlor CREAM is on the rise with its classic cookie ice cream sandwiches filling up Facebook profiles and Instagram feeds alike. With this ice cream shop’s signature ice cream sandwiches...

Album Review: Soft Friday by the Coves

Album Review: Soft Friday by the Coves

by Elisabeth Siegel, Winged Post News Editor September 5, 2014

The indie duo Coves (Beck Wood, vocals, and John Ridgard, instruments) released its debut album "Soft Friday" through the German label Nettwerk on Sept. 2. Featuring a blend of influences ranging from...

To avoid becoming the stereotypical frightened freshman, follow the tips in this article.

How to Survive Freshman Year

by Maya Jeyendran, Aquila Lifestyle Editor September 4, 2014

Though freshman year may seem daunting, these simple tips will allow you to experience a more enjoyable and successful year. 1) Try everything: Well, not everything, but freshman year is the one chance...

A sea of white greeted the boys Varsity basketball team last year as they faced off against Sacred Heart Preperatory during the CCS finals. Cheering on your fellow Eagles while snacking on concessions or snuggling under blankets fosters school love.

Harker Bucket List

by Riya Godbole, Winged Post Lifestyle Editor September 4, 2014

A new school year calls for new pencils, new notebooks, new backpacks and new goals. Make it a point to check the six items below off your high school bucket list. 1.) Visit the Nichols rooftop garden....

Top 10 Events of the Summer

Top 10 Events of the Summer

by Ayushi Gautam, Social Media Editor September 2, 2014

1. "The Fault in Our Stars" Romance bloomed this summer as Hazel and Gus embarked on a journey of love and loss. Hazel, a cancer patient, meets Gus, an amputee, at a support group, and soon these teenagers...

Summer to Fall Trends

Summer to Fall Trends

by Raveena Kapatkar and Ria Gandhi August 31, 2014

1. Plaid- Rahul Jayaraman (12) Although plaid has been around for ages, it is making a comeback this season. From the classic red, green, and white pattern to a mix of blue, white, and grey, plaid shirts...

Upcoming Concerts

Upcoming Concerts

by Kavya Ramakrishnan, Winged Post Copy Editor August 31, 2014

With so many musicians and local venues to choose from, here are the Winged Post’s suggestions for some popular concerts coming to the Bay Area this fall. Sep. 19: Greek Theatre - Mad Decent Block...

Into the Musical: Performing artists look over the music of "Into the Woods" at the audition workshop on Aug. 27. The auditions will take place on the week of Sept. 15.

Looking Ahead at Performing Arts

by Sharanya Balaji August 29, 2014

A fantastic dream, the Scottish Highlands, amazing student visions, and a wild and crazy journey are all a part of this year’s performing arts schedule. The faculty hopes into incorporate contemporary,...

This still from “New Girl”’s title sequence perfectly encapsulates the premise of the show, as Nick (Jake Johnson), Schmidt (Max Greenfield), and Winston (Lamorne Morris) gather around the arrival of their quirky roommate Jess, played by Zooey Deschanel. “New Girl” currently has a 7.9/10 rating on IMDb and an 8/10 on TV.com, in addition to winning a Critics’ Choice Television Award for Most Exciting New Series in 2011.

New Girl Review – 4/5 Stars

by Raveena Kapatkar, Aquila Copy Editor August 29, 2014

“New Girl,” a comedy series, produced by Zooey Deschanel, is about the lives of Jessica “Jess” Day (Deschanel) and her roommates. It is an entertaining show which lives up to expectations. The...

Fans of Lois Lowry's novel "The Giver" will be disappointed by the movie adaptation, which is neither memorable nor completely true to the original storyline.

“The Giver” is an unsatisfactory adaptation of Lois Lowry’s Classic Novel – 2.5/5

by Kshithija Mulam, Winged Post Photo Editor August 27, 2014

Directed by Phillip Noyce, the film “The Giver” is yet another addition to the young adult dystopian fiction genre. The movie is interesting to watch and features great visual effects and a star-studded...

Guardians of the Galaxy -- 4/5 stars

Guardians of the Galaxy — 4/5 stars

by Meilan Steimle August 6, 2014

As the final showdown of Guardians of the Galaxy approaches, our five “heroes” prepare for battle. They march resolutely towards the camera in slow motion, clad in red and black leather. It’s a familiar...

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