New Ali Hazelwood book makes a big splash

Written By Peyton Martin, Co-News Editor • March 12, 2025

“Deep End” by Ali Hazelwood is an adult sports romance. It follows competitive diver Scarlett Vandermeer, who specializes in platform diving.

‘Mayhem’ brings Lady Gaga back to her roots

Written By Michael Klug, Co-Opinions/Website Editor • March 12, 2025

Lady Gaga released a phenomenal album on March 7. “Mayhem,” returning to her signature sound of dark-pop.

Hot Tea with Z: Week 8

Written By Zarrick Plizga, Staff Writer • March 12, 2025

How do I overcome my fears? Can my fears really hold me back in life? Is it more important to overcome fears or be in a state of comfort? 

Spring senior choreography project spotlights students

Written By Melissa Garlock, Staff Writer • March 12, 2025

Each semester, Point Park’s School of Dance performs a showcase-style event known as the “Senior Choreography Project.”

Bridges Theater Company’s ‘The Witch’ impresses

Written By Edmee Idalis, Staff Writer • March 5, 2025

On the third floor of the Pittsburgh Playhouse, Bridges Theatre Company put on “Witch,” a play that explores morality and humanity.

‘Shatter Me’ does some things well, but not everything

Written By Peyton Martin, Co-News Editor • March 5, 2025

The “Shatter Me” series is a young adult book series written by Tahereh Mafi that contains six books and five novellas.  

Hot Tea with Z: Week 8

Written By Zarrick Plizga, Staff Writer • March 5, 2025

Why is it so hard to put myself first?

Jeremy Allen White has Hollywood Golden Boy potential

Written By August Stephens, Co-Opinions Editor • February 19, 2025

Move over, Timothee Chalamet and Tom Holland – Jeremy Allen White is your competition.

‘Broken Flames’ takes inspiration from fandom wishes

Written By Peyton Martin, Co-News Editor • February 19, 2025

“Broken Flames” is a book written by MK Ahearn that is inspired by “Zutara,” a fandom ship from the television series “Avatar the Last Airbender.” 

Hot Tea with Z: Week 6

Written By Zarrick Plizga, Staff Writer • February 19, 2025

What should I do if someone important in my life is mad at me? How do I fix my mistakes? Is it wrong to not feel bad for what I did but still want to fix things? 

Second half of the ‘Percy Jackson’ series ends strong

Written By Peyton Martin, Co-News Editor • February 12, 2025

After finishing up the last three books, it’s time to continue on with the rest of the “Percy Jackson and the Olympians” series. 

Hot Tea with Z: Week Five

Written By Zarrick Plizga, Staff Writer • February 12, 2025

What should I do if I am embarrassed of the things I like? How do I share my interest with people without getting nervous that they will not like me anymore?