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Needle & Thread: An Intro

Kathryn Naydenova and Kary Jocelyn Colin April 9, 2025

Welcome to Needle & Thread, your soon-to-be go-to newspaper column for -everything- fashion. As our section is still growing in our early stages, we’re introducing ourselves as a column that is dedicated...

The Cast

A Review and A Look Backstage at “The Crucible”

Kathryn Naydenova and Nico Masud April 7, 2025

In early March, FHHS’s Drama Academy put on an electrifying show based on Arthur Miller’s 1953 play, "The Crucible." The mixed junior-senior show was spectacular, with riveting acting and passionate...

Poster of " A Complete Unknown"

Timothée Chalamet Takes on Iconic Role as Bob Dylan in Upcoming Biopic, A Complete Unknown

Faiza Islam, News Editor December 13, 2024

Spotted on the Lower East Side of Manhattan, renowned actor Timothée Chalamet filming on the streets of New York City sent back to the mid 60s. Timothée Chalamet, a French-American Actor best known for...

"CHROMAKOPIA" album cover

Tyler The Creator releases Chromakopia album

Ameera Vishudanand and Amirah Ujjal December 6, 2024

Tyler, The Creator’s eighth studio album, Chromakopia, was released Oct. 28, 2024, and has been on Billboard’s 200 chart for four consecutive weeks. Tyler, The Creator spent five weeks at No.1 on Billboard’s...

When is the right time to start decorating for the holidays?

When is the right time to start decorating for the holidays?

Ameera Vishudanand, Web Designer+ Editor December 6, 2024

As the holiday season approaches, two questions arise: When is the right time to start decorating for the holidays? Is there a “right” time to start decorating? These opinions can sometimes spark debates...

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You’ve seen the show, now play it in real life—Squid Game: The Experience

Yupar Naing, Public Relations Manager + Events Coordinator December 6, 2024

Imagine being thrust into the heart-pounding world of Squid Game, where every move could determine your fate. Now, New York City is offering fans the chance to experience the hit Netflix series like never...

Ismael (choir member)

When things slow down in the cold, Forest Hills Music Academy Ramps Up

James Cunningham, Reporter December 6, 2024

On December 18 and 19, 2024, the school will be hit with the case of the winter spirit, as the winter concert will come to the school with a force of fury. The sound of a thousand voices of the Forest...

Matcha latte + pork onigiri

Beacon’s Bites: 969 NYC Coffee

Finneus Salek and Evie Etkin December 6, 2024

Beacon's Bites: 969 NYC Coffee Cheap food, a rarity these days, and an export of 969 NYC Coffee. Welcome back to Beacon’s Bites, where I, Evie, and my colleague, Finn are here to review another restaurant. Similarly...

The Podcast Pair

The Podcast Pair

Anahita Hassan and Emry Ortiz November 12, 2024

The Podcast Pair is the newest journey that two students of Forest Hills High School are embarking on. Anahita Hassan and Emry Ortiz are the hosts and creators of the show, alongside Nickolas Vargas who...

Diddy and former girlfriend, Cassie

Beacon Behind Bars: The Fall of Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs

Amoy Chambers, Assistant Editor in Chief October 29, 2024

On Sept. 16, 2024 Sean “Diddy” Combs was arrested in Manhattan after being indicted by a grand jury. He is currently being held in the Metropolitan Detention Center, which is also where Jeffrey Epstein...

How To Better Navigate The MTA: App Edition

How To Better Navigate The MTA: App Edition

Nico Masud and Kathryn Naydenova October 29, 2024

  The MTA can be a hassle, especially when running late to school or work and the train is delayed by 10 minutes. The solution? Keep ahead of the MTA’s schedule to be ready for anything that...

Autumn in Station Square, Forest Hills

With Autumn Comes Change

Ameera Vishudanand and Faiza Islam October 29, 2024

“There's nothing quite like autumn in New York. But it's not only the leaves that change. Something in the air brings out the true colors in everyone.” - Gossip Girl As students are arriving back...

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