2025 Winter Edition

The Rebirth of College Football

In the midst of one of the wildest college football seasons in history, it begs the question– just how big is college football, really? And is it bigger than the NFL? As college football winds down this season, the toilet paper rolls come down from Toomers Corner in Auburn, Alabama; Howard’s Rock in Clemson, South Carolina goes untouched for another year; Beaver Stadium in Happy Valley, Pennsylvania returns to blue, not white; and Ralphie returns to his pasture in Boulder, C

Claire Demoff '26

5 min read

Sweets From the Streets with Layla: La Monarca Bakery

I usually crave desserts on Sundays, so this Sunday, I decided to take my good friends, Sebastian and Santi, to try some Mexican desserts. After looking at all the different countries and cultures I want to try next, I thought it would be perfect timing to review a Mexican bakery in honor of Dia de Los Muertos. Growing up, I was very surrounded by Mexican culture, despite being Persian myself. My mother’s very close friend, Veronica, welcomed my siblings and I to many of her

Layla Kolahi '27

7 min read

What Our Hearts Know About ICE

A collection of poems that reflect the lived experience of Latinx families impacted by ICE. Last month, I attended a Latinx Affinity Conference at Crossroads School hosted by the Los Angeles Independent School Latinx Affinity, LA ISLA. I met Latinx students from independent schools all across Los Angeles as we gathered to reflect on our identities and the realities our communities continue to face. During one of the sessions, we read and discussed resistance poems written by

Arely Rodriguez '26

7 min read

When Great White Isn't So Great

Great White, a California-based restaurant chain, has recently faced allegations of racial discrimination against the Asian-American community following a viral video in late September. The restaurant Great White is well-known for its Pinterest-esque atmosphere and incredible menu items. The Australian-influenced all-day café is owned by Sam Trude and Sam Cooper. The first location opened in Venice in 2017, and following its immediate success in Venice, Great White opened a s

Sweets From the Streets with … Ruru?

Over the Thanksgiving break, I took trips down to Chinatown and explored local bakeries to try various holiday desserts from different cultures. Moon Cakes (Photograph: Ruru Chonzi) A traditional Chinese dessert, moon cakes are typically eaten during New Year's. I found a local bakery in Chinatown serving them, with a Lotus flavored one being one of the last ones left. I was very excited to try the Lotus flavor (with egg yolk), especially considering it’s one of moon cakes’ m

AI Bubble Crash: Are we repeating the mistakes of 2000?

As more people put their faith in the experimental AI bubble, how close is it to causing a global recession? Throughout the 21st century, arguably, no invention has changed the way we view our digital world more than the introduction of AI, specifically large language models and AI chatbots. As our society becomes more digitized, investment in this revolutionary technology is likely to continue. However, will this investment be worth it to the consumer? Or will business repea

New Roads Fits

New Roads Fits, the once widely popular TikTok account, is now mostly unknown. What caused this drastic change? And is there a future in which the account is returned to its former glory? “Inclusive,” says Arden Bevilacqua. “Espressive,” says Zoya Ahmad. “Creative,” says Remy Myer. “Actual representation of the Jags,” says Madison Yvonne McMorrin-Watson. These are the words that come to mind when New Roads students think about the New Roads Fits TikTok account. New Roads Fi

Wants & Wishes: Gift Guide 2025

The holidays are right around the corner, which means it's officially wishlist-making season. From fun gadgets to practical needs, here are some ideas that will make your list stand out. For many people, wishlists aren't just about stuff. They are a way of expression. But every so often, inspiration stalls, and deciding what to put on your wishlist becomes its own kind of puzzle. If that sounds familiar, or you just need extra inspiration, this guide will help you craft the

Why is the U.S. Sending Airstrikes to Venezuela?

After recent air strikes and military pressure in Venezuela, the United States’ true motives are still in question. Over the last three months, 21 airstrikes on mostly Venezuelan vessels have been carried out by the U.S., killing 83 people and destroying 22 boats in international waters (specifically the Caribbean Ocean and Eastern Pacific Ocean). The Trump Administration has classified the strikes as a “war on drugs” and the people killed as “ unlawful combatants .” As the

Big Red is Watching: Everybody’s Favorite Orwellian Elf

Elf on the Shelf is a time-honored holiday tradition— but what are you really letting into your home, and what is it teaching kids? With Thanksgiving Break now through and finals week on the horizon, for many New Roads students, it’s apparent— the holidays are here at last. In the final stretch of the fall semester, the New Roads community begins to get into the holiday spirit, with many starting to break out decorations and traditions personal to them and their families. Foo

Rowan Wiley '27

4 min read

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