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In comedy, how far is too far? Pro: Sorry people, learn to laugh a little
With a society more conscious of offensive content in the media, it has become harder for comedians to make humor without risking “cancellation.” The public should recognize the value that darker humor can have; exploring difficult topics in a digestible way.
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![Kawabonga!...Catching a wave, senior Vanessa Morrison surfs off the coast of Ocean City, New Jersey. Morrison started teaching herself how to surf after initially being introduced to surfing by her grandparents.](https://thearrowheadonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Surfing-900x497.jpg)
Teen surfers travel across the coasts for passion
By taking trips to the shores during their free time, teen surfers are able to get proper practice riding waves in the ocean. Some surfers use cross training like skateboarding and snowboarding when away from the shore.
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Failure can be the hardest lesson for incoming freshman
As a result of the developmental and experience differences between middle schoolers and high schoolers, it’s common for incoming freshmen to be discouraged at their lack of progress. Sometimes, all it takes is an extra push.
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Wrestlemania 38 embraces ‘sports entertainment’ spectacle
The event took place on April 2-3 in the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
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![mped up...Rehearsing a song, (from left) senior James Baker, senior Andrew Febus and junior Sean Coughlin jam out on their guitars. The group meets every other day as a rock band class to play a variety of rock music. During the school day, performances sometimes take place in the cafeteria over lunch.](https://thearrowheadonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Metalheads-900x517.jpg)
Gen Z metalheads create a more inclusive subculture
By giving an outlet for teens to express their inner angst, the heavy metal bands of the past have experienced a slight boost in popularity amongst the modern generation.
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WWE 2K series returns with a ‘slam’
Through improvements to the game both visually and in gameplay, WWE 2K22 has made a big leap in improvement from its predecessor, WWE 2K20.
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‘Run With the Wind’ offers unique spin on sports anime
Through its focus on the internal battles that many new runners face, “Run With the Wind” creates a tweaked version of a familiar sports anime formula. The anime is based on the 2006 novel by Shion Miura which was subsequently adapted.
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Grammys parades legacy rock acts, neglects new artists
By nominating mainly established bands with a long lasting legacy in this year’s Grammy Awards, the Recording Academy is showing a favoritism for rock’s past over rock’s present. Numerous critical success and chart topping releases have been left out of Grammy consideration.
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‘King Richard’ serves up realistic, heartfelt story
Through its realistic family dynamics, ‘King Richard’ provides the viewer with a film with characters that feel relatable, sympathetic and incredible all at the same time. The film gives the viewer insight on the Williams sisters prior to their sports stardom.
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AAVE deserves widespread acceptance, appreciation
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![Punk rock princess...Observing the newest selection of Hot Topic t-shirts, Wissahickon High School senior Savana Johnson has her eyes on a piece of My Chemical Romance merchandise.](https://thearrowheadonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Alt-900x675.jpg)
Alt culture regain popularity with teens
Recent decade revivals have resulted in resurfaced alt trends from the 2000s. This revival takes influence from emo, mall goth and scene.
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‘Haikyuu!!’ spikes audiences’ imaginations
Through immersive visuals and a well-constructed score, Haikyuu!! sets itself ahead of other ongoing sports series.
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![**Cultural crossover...***Teaching about her culture, Chinese teacher Xia Pomposi helps sophomore Alec Kreiser learn phrases in Pomposi’s native language of Mandarin Chinese. Pomposi grew up in China and considers teaching as a way to educate American students on her culture.*
*Arrowhead Photo by Dekai Averett*](https://thearrowheadonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/ea0ee1389fd74166be106c2eeff0c183-677x900.jpg)
Administration seeks to hire more racially diversified staff
By directly seeking out minority candidates, the administration is hoping to diversify the school’s faculty and staff.
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![**Nice kill...***Winding off for a spike, junior Andrew Brown bounces leaps off the ground. Brown played the middle blocker position throughout the season which tasked him with setting up double blocks with his teammates and hitting quick sets down the middle of the net.*
*Photo by Aidan Wunderly*](https://thearrowheadonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/05ce2a50bfe64dc68b358365ae4ef095.jpg)
Boys volleyball top five in Suburban One League
Through cooperation and chemistry on and off the court, the boys volleyball team sits tightly in the top five of the district rankings. The team has managed to make up for their lost season but still has mental games to win before they can reach their maximum potential on the court.
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![**Leading the pack...** *Running at the front of the field, junior Manny Rota-Talarico leads the boys 3000m run. Despite the cold winter weather the track team ran outdoor “polar bear” meets to abide by COVID-19 indoor gathering restrictions.*
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Snow forces track team to improvise
Winter proved frustrating for the track team as multiple snow storms left the team unable to complete its normal workout routines. Coaches and athletes adjusted, accordingly.
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![Lots of sass...Performing with her band, SeeYouSpaceCowboy frontwoman Connie Sgarbossa screams into the microphone. The band played at Spinelli’s Downtown pizza in Louisville, Kentucky.
Photo by Mat Schladen](https://thearrowheadonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/296e2f80110d48209b3bc77d43670c43.png)
Musicians express gender identity
Through various forms of visual and audible expression, musicians in the trans, enby and gender fluid communities are vocalizing their pride and opening doors for the next generation of artists in the process.
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End of Year Changes
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Souderton Athletes Continue Training During Pandemic
By adapting and creating new ways to continue training with limited resources, student athletes are maintaining their fitness despite spring sports cancellations.
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Rap’s existing drug culture should not be ignored
With a growing number of young rappers losing their lives to substance abuse problems, it is important that fans and artists alike within the new generations of hip- hop begin to treat the topic of drug addiction as a serious social issue.
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Kanye West releases Christian-themed album
Following a year-long absence from releasing music and a relative lack of controversy on social media, vocalist and producer Kanye West has returned with an artistic statement in the form of the album “Jesus Is King,” released on October 25.
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Girls soccer builds bonds as teammates
To create an environment where athletes are free to express their feelings to their coaches and athletes, the girls soccer coaches have made it their goal to give the team a family-like feel.
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