Two new installments in one of the world’s largest media franchises, “Pokémon Scarlet” and “Pokémon Violet,” were released to mixed critical reactions but overwhelming commercial success on Nov. 18. Both games continue the juggernaut’s momentum by selling 10 million copies in three days, making it…
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With December upon us at last, it’s finally time to get into the holiday spirit. What better way to indulge in Christmas traditions like decorating your tree or baking festive cookies than with a holiday playlist? Here are some of The Scout’s choices to kick…
Official nominations for the 65th Annual Grammy Awards were announced on Nov. 15, and there were a few surprises among the well-deserved nods to popular artists in every genre. As always, there were some stars who were ignored by the Recording Academy. Here’s a list…
On Aug. 28, 2020, beloved actor Chadwick Boseman tragically passed, and his death left many wondering if another Black Panther film could ever be created that would credit his excellence. The recently released “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” did just that, paying respect to Boseman while…
Aside from family traditions and home favorites, there’s a definitive hierarchy of Thanksgiving that shouldn’t be argued. I won’t include the heavy centerpiece (turkey, ham, etc.) as they aren’t sides, but rather the main show. At the top of the list is mashed potatoes. You…
Everyone starts with fundamentals that are taken for granted. Yet, what I increasingly find respect for are those fundamentals which rely upon the intuitive simplicity that they create. Movies, shows and graphic novels have become too complicated in their pursuit of gimmicks and reverence for…
Popular Canadian rapper Drake released his latest project “Her Loss,” a joint album with fellow hip-hop artist 21 Savage, last Friday. Widespread criticism emerged on Twitter shortly after its release when fans called attention to a lyric that appeared to be pointed at female rapper…
As if Colin Farrell wasn’t already having a stellar year with his roles in “The Batman,” “After Yang” and “Thirteen Lives,” Martin McDonagh’s “The Banshees of Inisherin” features Farrell’s best performance in years. It is one that will almost guarantee him a nomination for the…
Look, in the Hartmann Center – it’s a romance. No, it’s a comedy. No, it’s a mystery. It’s a thriller. Directed by professor Scott Kanoff and performed by Bradley University Theatre, “Hearts Like Fists” feels like a combination of “The Batman” and “Grey’s Anatomy” against…
When the weather changes, it gives me an excuse to live in sweaters and Doc Martens like there’s no tomorrow. I wear the cold weather more fashionably than warm weather so, of course, I’m excited about the holiday season. However, I’m not “put up my…