The Student News Site of Dr. Michael M. Krop

The Lightning Strike

The Student News Site of Dr. Michael M. Krop

The Lightning Strike

The Student News Site of Dr. Michael M. Krop

The Lightning Strike

GENDER DIVERSITY: Poster of the mainly female ‘Ghostbusters’ cast released in 2016.

Rise of WOKENESS in the media

Isaiah Chavez, Staff Writer June 10, 2024

The media is grappling with the challenge of balancing authenticity with social justice, and increased activism has led to a demand for more inclusive content. Media companies respond to these demands...

QUEER LOVE: Boyfriends Nick and Charlie in the Netflix series “Heartstopper” season 2.

The rise in queer representation in movies and shows

Isabella Mcliberty, Staff Writer June 10, 2024

 As of 2023, the growth in qu In recent years, the growth in queer stories in popular movies and television has been remarkable. With successful shows like new internet sensation “Heartstopper,” it’s...

PROTESTS: Actors and writers picket with a little help from baristas.

Dual strikes cause chaos and delays in Hollywood

Seth Cohen, Spread Editor June 10, 2024

Recently, the entertainment industry has been hit by dual strikes from the Writers Guild of America (WGA), and the Screen Actors Guild (SAG-AFTRA) for the first time since 1960.  Film production has...

HEADLINER: International pop star Taylor Swift performs a song from her
Midnights album at a stop on her Eras Tour in Arlington, Texas.

Pricey tour tickets

Allyzon Lopez, Staff Writer June 10, 2024

       Despite many complaining about the extreme costs and waiting time for the tickets for Beyonce and Taylor Swift, there are plenty of factors that go into the marketing value and why the tickets...

Stan or fan: How far is too far?

Isaiah Chavez, Staff Writer June 10, 2024

“Stans” are obsessed fans who excessively support celebrities, especially on social media platforms. The rise of stan culture and parasocial relationships raises questions about the boundaries between...

Teacher throwbacks: extracurriculars from way back when

Antonio Telaya, Staff Writer June 10, 2024

“I was in many clubs such as National Honor Society, Social Studies Honor Society, Science Honor Society, but the one I really did the most in was the STAND Club (Students Taking Action Now: Darfur)....

Winter holidays diversified at Krop

Lia Klietman, Staff Writer June 10, 2024

At Krop, students celebrate different holidays based on their backgrounds. These holidays include Christmas, Hanukkah, Three Kings Day, and Kwanzaa. Families celebrate differently with cultural/family...

FRIGHTENING FLICKS: A collage of influential horror movies from throughout the ages.

The evolution of horror throughout the decades

Isabella Mcliberty, Staff Writer June 10, 2024

Horror movies have always pulled on the strings of what haunts our minds. As a genre, it is evolving constantly, leaving a trail of scared kids and adults alike of every generation. 1968 was the death...

Celebrities: Various fashion looks by celebrities

Style influences from the stars

Evelie St-Louis, Entertainment Editior May 8, 2024

One post from a celebrity like Hailey Bieber can cause wildfire of young adults trying to follow suit. In an era of social media trends and fads, teenagers are always on the lookout for new trends in fashion,...

Fairy designs come to life in Krops first fashion show

Fairy designs come to life in Krop’s first fashion show

Isaiah Chavez, Staff Writer April 28, 2024

Fashion Club’s countless hours designing, creating and rehearsing allowed for the first-ever Krop fashion show. The Fairy Fashion Show took place in the auditorium on March 7, showcasing club members’...

Cinema: A collage of influencer actresses from Hollywood

Through the years: the evolution of women in film

Daniella Froimzon, Editor-in-Chief April 28, 2024

Over the past hundred years, as the definition of what it means to act like a woman has evolved, and restrictive conservative norms once heavily enforced and promoted have loosened, films have mirrored...

DISNEY STARS EVOLUTION: Selena Gomez, Ariana Greenbaltt, and Zac Efron on the red carpet.

Disney child stars: Where are they now?

Gabrielle Magalhaes, Staff Writer April 24, 2024

From child stars to famous musicians, models, influencers, entrepreneurs and successful actors, Disney Channel has been a gateway to success for many.  At the age of 13 Selena Gomez was cast as Alex...

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