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Music Review: The Complexities of Our Lives

Theatre Revue!

BHAVANA BHARADWAJ, Staff Writer This month, some friends and I went to the three day long Theater Revue of 2026 as performed by our own Alchemist Theatre Company. And to say the least, the show was absolutely spectacular! It was a true delight for any Broadway enthusiast or theater kid within the audience. With multitudes of songs and references from actual musicals, any person can find a way to relate to the show. Even when ignoring the tasteful references made within thi

Bhavana Bharadwaj

Feb 32 min read

An Eruption of Innovation

AYUSH SHARMA, Staff Writer On October 18, Raider Robotix hosted and competed in the annual Brunswick Eruptions, securing a 3rd-place victory on their home turf. The NBTHS gym came alive with noise, energy, and excitement at 9 a.m. that Saturday. More than 30 teams arrived to compete in Brunswick Eruptions, filling the day with intense action, quick repairs, and plenty of suspense as each match unfolded Brunswick Eruptions is an annual off-season FIRST Robotics Competition

Ayush Sharma

Nov 18, 20252 min read

When Washington Stops, New Jersey Suffers

SAANVI LAMBA, Editor-in-Chief The federal government has been shut down since October 1, 2025, for the first time in seven years, after Republicans in the House of Representatives and Democrats in the Senate could not agree on a new spending plan. Many federal workers across the country have been sent home without pay, while others continue working without knowing when the shutdown might end. Lawmakers in Washington are now working to pass a temporary bill to reopen agenci

Saanvi Lamba

Nov 18, 20251 min read

News

Sales Meets Sportsbook

SAANVI LAMBA, Editor-in-Chief Black Friday and Cyber Monday are typically all about shopping, but in 2025 they have also become major days for sports betting promotions. While some shoppers rushed to buy clothes, electronics, and holiday gifts, big gambling apps like DraftKings, FanDuel, and Bet365 released their own special “holiday deals.”These included offers like “Bet $5, Get $150 in bonus bets,” which were advertised similar to the way stores promote discounts. Because

Saanvi Lamba

Feb 32 min read

First In, Last Out

ISABELLE KLISCH, Contributing Writer Photo courtesy of Isabelle Klisch Picture this: you’re enjoying a quiet evening at home, sleeping, when the radio comes to life with calls for help. The adrenaline rush begins, the clock starts, "now." As you run to the car, not a single soul is in sight. As you rush to the station, a crew of weary-eyed firefighters assemble with a sense of urgency expressed by the senior members. There is a race to get a seat on the first truck out. Red

Izzy Klisch

Jan 303 min read

Sports Shorts

SAANVI LAMBA, Editor-in-Chief Boys Soccer Photo by Prem Desai The boys soccer team closed out a strong season with a 9-7-1 record. Their postseason run was even more impressive, as North Brunswick upset Marlboro through penalty kicks after a 1-1 draw in the Central Jersey Group 4 semifinals. On November 14, North Brunswick defeated Hunterdon Central 2-1 in Flemington to win the Central Jersey Group 4 title- their first championship in 17 years. The team continued their succes

Saanvi Lamba

Nov 18, 20252 min read

Features

Music Review: The Complexities of Our Lives

FERNANDO ALVAREZ, Staff Writer Throughout our lives, whether currently, when we're younger, or when we're older and have gone through society for a while, we always question the feelings we have, the pressures put upon us, and how to work through society and our own emotions. Despite how much we all differ, we always debate who we are and where we should go next, whether by ourselves or with others who are similar to us. These songs by Flavor Foley, whether many or few can r

Fernando Alvarez

Feb 33 min read

Why YOU Should Join BAND!

BHAVANA BHARADWAJ, Staff Writer Before we even start this article, I must say that this is in direct opposition of Jay Pindipol and his anti-band agenda. Mind you, this is the same person who plays every single band instrument known to bandkind! So before you even TOUCH his article, understand that ou are consuming the writing of a very biased individual. And so we begin, the Band vs. Orchestra Wars! To start us off, how about we list some reasons why you should join band:

Bhavana Bharadwaj

Feb 34 min read

Why YOU Should Join Orchestra, NOT Band

JAY PINDIPOL, Staff Writer We all know the feeling of when you reach the third grade and you were given the privilege to learn an instrument. Most people want to do basic band instruments, like flute, alto and tenor saxophone, trombone, clarinet, the whole bracket is in the market for you to choose from. However, the thing is, band is too popular because everyone wants to join it, leaving orchestra as the only open group. Although, most people don't want to join it as they t

Jay Pindipol

Feb 33 min read