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Taylor Swift v.s. NFL Fans

A Melodic Interception of Sports Culture

Hailey Kim, Reporter/Social Media • March 18, 2024

In 2010, Taylor Swift penned lyrics that eerily foreshadowed the unlikely intersection of her world-famous music career with the realm of American football. Fast forward 14 years, and Swift has become...

Discover your next read: Sea King book recommendations

Sierra Hickey, Reporter/Social Media • March 18, 2024

Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens Genre: romance, murder mystery, historical fiction “The main character is very fascinating, and the book speaks a lot about nature and the scenery of...

Music with Musa:

Was Travis Scott robbed of a Grammy?

Musa Deen, Reporter • March 18, 2024

On February 4th of 2024 A ROBBERY OCCURRED towards the greatest of all time Jacques Burman Webster II a.k.a Travis Scott. A well deserved Grammy after having one of the best performing years in the entire...

Navigating the Rise of Deepfake Technology

Sloane Houterman, Reporter • March 18, 2024

In a world filled with the ever-evolving use of Artificial Intelligence (AI), the use of deepfakes is also becoming more and more popular. A deepfake is a digital photo, video or sound file of a real...

The Comeback of Rom-Coms: Are They Actually Overrated?

Holly Alexander, Reporter/Social Media • March 18, 2024

Romantic comedies the past 10 years haven’t been the same as the older 2000’s one once produced. When a new romcom comes out these days they are never as good as the old ones used to be. Netflix...

Activist or Actor: Should Celebrities Speak Out?

The Silent Struggle: Why Celebrities Must Use Their Voice

Jason Lee, Reporter • March 18, 2024

In a world where socioeconomic status and influence equate to power, celebrities stand at the top with the unique ability to foster a positive change. These individuals have fan bases that stretch...

Activist or Actor: Should Celebrities Speak Out?

Why Talk When You Have Nothing To Say?

Aidan Shen, Opinion Editor • March 18, 2024

The war raging between Israel and Hamas has sparked intense conversation and split Americans over what should and shouldn’t be said. Prominent celebrities have a huge influence on the public due to their...

Award Shows Are More Than The Outfits

Zara Deen, Reporter • March 18, 2024

Every year, millions of people all around the world flood to watch their favorite celebrities get recognized for the work and talents they bring to the industry. Whether it be the Grammys, Oscars,...

The Point’s 2024 Grammy Predictions

Musa Deen and Aaron Propst • March 18, 2024

The Grammy Awards are presented annually by the National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences, created in order to respect and award the greatest artists, best songs and newcomers all across the musical...

Unwrappping the Secrets Behind Spotify Wrapped

Hailey Kim, Reporter/Social Media • March 18, 2024

As the year winds down, Spotify users around the world eagerly anticipate the arrival of their annual music recap, known as Spotify Wrapped. For those who might not be familiar, Spotify Wrapped is...

California Dreamin: Homecoming Highlights

Zoe Barton, Reporter • November 1, 2023

Traditionally, ASB choses the homecoming theme in early September, however this year’s theme was selected several months ago. The California Dreamin’ theme was all based on an In-N-Out truck. “I...

Trick-Or-Yeet? Sea Kings’ Top Candy Pick

Ryan Fuerte, Reporter • November 1, 2023

Trick-Or-Treating is one of the first things that come to mind when people think about Halloween. With Trick-Or-Treating, comes candy rankings. People like all kinds of candy, from sour to sweet, hard...