The Movie 1917 has gotten lots of accolades, but is it really that much more than the typical war movie?         The movie 1917 is directed by Sam Mendes, who also directed the 2012 movie Skyfall. Mendes was inspired by his grandfather to make the movie. Mendes’s grandfather enlisted...

     Many seniors are stressed over the college application process. From getting into your top school to figuring out which one is financially best for you, this could be a stressful time for students trying to fulfill their dreams of getting their desired education.       Community college...

     Often times individuals will perceive Connecticut as boring in the winter time, since it is a small state, often known for our beaches. However, these individuals have not experienced CT in the winter in order to realize it is not just a summer state.      From skiing to sitting inside...

     Social Media was quick to respond to Trump’s conflict with Iran. When Trump ordered an airstrike on Iran on Thursday, December 26, 2019. It reportedly killed seven people, including Iran’s most powerful general, Qasem Soleimani.       According to a Pentagon statement, “This...

     With one of the most dominant years of the decade, Travis Scott made 2018 his with the release of his critically acclaimed and chart-topping album “Astroworld” which has solidified him as a certified rap superstar. Riding this momentum into 2019, Travis and Cactus Jack Records have given...

    For the past few years, there has been nothing that has caused a bigger stir among celebrity culture than that of “cancel-culture.” The idea of cancel-culture is to bring to light the wrong-doings of celebrity figures, some who may or may not be in a position of power,and shame them for their...

     Mindfulness can have a different meaning for everyone. It can be a moment of peace in the day, a way to relax, or even just a pick-me-up to get someone through their day. People around the world use mindfulness in their everyday lives.       Meditation, as well as other forms of mindfulness,...

       Winter is the worst season of the year and I hate it. From freezing cold weather to the sun setting at four in the afternoon, winter is here and it's terrible. The pure cold prevents those from doing the things they may wish to do such as, simple walks on the boardwalk, roller coaster rides,...

Tatyanna Bun Staff writer         As midterms are approaching and the start of a new semester, students are starting to become more stressed out about grades. There are many different approaches students like to take when dealing with stress.         Most students at Foran tend to like...

Jasmine Gaston Staff Writer         Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that occurs only at a specific time in a year. In most cases, the early fall to the end of the winter is where the majority of people with SAD struggle the most. There are a few ways to treat seasonal...

Nathan Wolfe Staff Writer         Some teachers give winter break work, which can pile up for students. This should be a time to celebrate the holidays, spend time with family, and go on vacation. Both teachers and students have different viewpoints regarding the validity of homework over break.   ...

Annabelle Farrell Nicole Jones Staff Writers         During the month of December, many people enjoy getting into the holiday spirit — yet sometimes, a school can interrupt the excitement due to different religious and cultural beliefs. Public schools used to be able to celebrate the winter...