In a world of sports, skill, and dedication there is no denying that some of our favorite athletes do not only possess great talent but also their captivating looks. As we dive into this year’s roster of attractive sports players from all over the world, it should be evident why their charms are beyond the field…or court. Jude Bellingham ...
Read More »Column: What caused Miami to cancel spring break?
Spring break just passed for Valdosta State University, and many other college students are going on spring break this month. Many students take trips to see their family, but most students are known to take trips to Florida; a state known for its sun-drenched beaches, warm climate, and popular spots such as Orlando and Miami. However, despite Miami being a ...
Read More »Celebrating Young Artists: Youth Art Showcase at the Annette Howell Turner Center
On Sunday, Feb.25, The Annette Howell Turner Center held its opening reception for their newest exhibition: Youth Art Month. Youth art month is widely known throughout the United States, it celebrates and emphasizes the art education for children. Schools, art museums and other programs typically host exhibitions and events to showcase the creativity of the youth and encourage the public ...
Read More »The Spectator takes home gold once again at Georgia College Press Association awards conference
On Feb.23, The Spectator won seven awards applauding their hard work and performance during the Georgia College Press Association Awards. Once again, The Spectator made their way down to Athens, Georgia, onto the University of Georgia’s campus to prepare for the big day. Every year, multiple colleges in Georgia compete against one another for prestigious awards such as Best Review, ...
Read More »Examining the Existence of Cancel Culture
During the past five years, the phenomenon of cancel culture has become increasingly common in the public and on social media. The definition of cancel culture according to Merriam-Webster.com is the practice or tendency of engaging in mass canceling as a way of expressing disapproval and exerting social pressure. Some individuals may argue that cancel culture is necessary for holding ...
Read More »Anticipated Albums to Eagerly Await in 2024
The music scene for 2024 is already starting with a bang as Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, and Normani announced their new upcoming albums. Taylor Swift was the first to shock everyone with her announcement of her album after she won album of the year at the 66 Grammy awards on Feb. 6. Her album will be called “The Tortured Poets Department.” ...
Read More »Deadpool and Wolverine Trailer Breakdown
After six years of owning 20th Century Fox, Disney is finally bringing “Deadpool 3” back onto the big screen. The new trailer for the film was released during the the 57 Super Bowl. Fans of the franchise were more than excited to see Ryan Reynolds return as Wade Wilson and Hugh Jackman’s return to reprise his iconic role, Wolverine. The ...
Read More »The Day the Music Died: TikTok Removes Music from UMG Artists
On Tuesday, Jan. 10, Universal Music Group accused the media platform TikTok of providing insufficient compensation for music and permitting AI-generated recordings on its platform. After the announcement, TikTok users noticed that some videos no longer played the attached audios and had a statement at the bottom of the video that stated, “Sound removed due to copyright restrictions.” Due to ...
Read More »Album Review: Music for the Masses
Independent traveling musician David Jacobsen debuted his new album, “Music for the Masses,” making his mark in Valdosta with his creative take on music. “Music for the Masses” is a concise and diverse assortment of songs, blending humor and contemplative moments while embracing contradictions. The initial track mocks the idea of composing a song about the French Revolution, later in ...
Read More »Belonging, Independence and Family: TGV presents “Little Women”
Character, setting, plot, meaning. These are just some of the common elements found across all stories, and Theatre Guild Valdosta’s production of “Little Women” highlights all of them. Though “Little Women” was originally written by novelist Louisa May Alcott, TGV’s production is based on playwright Kate Hamill’s 2018 adaptation of the classic novel. “Little Women” has been adapted over a ...
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