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TABLE OF CONTENTS NEWS
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Protection or Repression Another Government Shutdown? Eating Disorders: Behind Closed Doors Stereotypes: Good or Bad Still Have Negative Effects
FEATURES
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UA Making a Difference
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Are you spending too much time on NETFLIX?
The Healthier YOU!
ENTERTAINMENT
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Get an insight into the television shows coming up in the new year!
Video Take Over Ride Along Review and Coming Soon to Theaters
Be sure to also take a look at our articles with info on P. 12 how to stay healthy in P. 4 healthy ways!
TV Time For other fun articles, pictures and more, visit
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Bear Facts Reporter Taryn Vogan
Russia’s anti-gay laws affect the world. Some gay athetes have threatened to pull out of the 2014 Sochi Olympics due to the anti-gay laws currently in the processes of being passed. June 2013 a law was passed in Russia banning the propaganda of non-traditional sexual relationships. According to the Russian LGBT Network, this federal law was passed with the intent of “protecting” minors from homosexual propaganda. Similar laws were already in place in many of the regions in Russia. As stated by the law, “Distribution of information that is aimed at the formation among minors of nontraditional sexual attitudes, attractiveness of non- traditional sexual relations, misperceptions of the social equivalence of traditional and non- traditional sexual relations, or enforcing information about non- traditional sexual relations that evokes interest to such relations are criminal” The Russian government passed this law saying that non-traditional sexual relationships corrupt traditional values and families. The law opposes positive statements that promote the rights of LGBT (Lesbian Bisexual Gay Transgender) as stated by the Council for Global Equality. The law puts in place fines for open “nontraditional” sexual relationships. According to the Council for Global Equality, the fine is 4,000 - 5,000 rubles ($120 - 150 U.S. dollars) for an individual or 800,000- 1 million rubles ($24,000 - $30,000
On the other end of the spectrum for gay rights, countries in Latin America such as Brazil, Colombia and Mexico have endorsed gay rights from the beginning of this very controversial topic. As stated by Omar G. Encarnacion in a New York Times article, countries in Latin America have separated marriage from religious beliefs, making it strictly a civil institution unlike countries like Russia and the United States.
U.S.) for a group or corporation. The Council for Global Equality stated that people who support LGBT could be faced with fines or tried as “foreign agents.” Lady Gaga and Madonna have both been fined by Russia for openly supporting LGBT. Others have been arrested for holding signs saying, “Gay is normal,” outside churches. Since this law was passed, anti-gay activists have become increasingly violent. Lawmakers have blamed gays for Russia’s low birthrate. The LGBT community has been told to seek medical treatment or be exiled. The Russian Orthodox Church believes LGBT corrupts youth. As reported by CBS News, at one rally for LGBT rights, Russian Orthodox Church members pelted the gay activists with eggs while yelling insults at them. When police came to settle the riot, only gay activists were taken into custody. As the violence continues, many Olympic athletes have boycotted the Olympics being held in Sochi. CBS News also reported that the International Olympic Committee has been reassured by the Russian government that the non-traditional sexual relationship laws will not affect athletes, but the athletes have been advised not to be open about their sexuality.
During the NFL Super Bowl XLVIII, Coca– Cola became the first ever advertiser to show a gay family on television. Coke had been receiving bad press due to its sponsoring of the 2014 Winter Olympics. This criticism was a result of the law passed in Russia banning the distribution of “propaganda of non-traditional sexual relationships.” Since airing the commercial, Coke has shown corporate America the benefits of accepting LGBT. As reported by Ben Popken, NBC News.
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an agreement until literally two hours before the nation would have defaulted on its debts, thus causing a global, economic disaster. ast October, the federal government had to temporarily shut down part of its less What if this crisis were to repeat itself? important operations while Congress worked on a Treasury Secretary Jacob Lew wrote a letter to new bill to prevent the nation from deCongress on January 22, stating that faulting on its debt. That’s because the the federal government would not be then-current $16.7 trillion debt limit able to fund its operations past late Febwasn’t enough to fund the government 16.7 trillion ruary. He advised Congress to take acpast November. debt limit tion once again and raise the debt limit Congress had to quickly pass a by February 7. This left Congress 16 wasn’t enough to days to solve the problem before it bill to help fund the government. They could either raise the debt limit or re- fund the govern- could have had a severe impact on our duce spending in the budget. Democ- ment past Novem- nation’s economy. Lew also noted that rats wanted to raise the limit, but they February would make the situation ber. didn’t have enough votes to pass a bill much worse because of tax refund seathat would do so. Republicans wanted son. to reduce spending on the Affordable Care Act also He explained that last year the government known as Obama care. Neither side could come to had to pay an additional $230 billion for tax re-
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funds to citizens – an expense not part of the October shutdown. He also believes shutting down part of the government’s unnecessary operations won’t provide as much savings as it did last year, about $130 billion less available in savings than last year to be exact. Our government was able to raise the debt limit three months ago, and we thought we might be safe after that. Will we just repeat this cycle, or is there a more permanent solution to addressing our nation’s debt and budget? For our employed Ursuline Bears, should we be worried about not receiving our federal tax refund? For the Y-generation, anyone under 30, we will have it hard for decades. Our government is 16.4 trillion dollars in debt, and by 2022, it’s estimated we will be 23.9 trillion in debt. This means the Y-generation will be paying off these debts along with future generation. Most of the Ygeneration are currently in school, getting out of college or going back to college. The most intelligent option would be for the Y-generation to get a longstanding job that will pay well. Seniors at Ursuline and other high schools are deciding what work force they want to go into. The best advice is to be very money-cautious. College is immensely expensive, and changing courses is inevitable. Know that you will need a well paying job that can pay off your college debt, house and a future family. Every penny saved counts. Bear Facts Staff Writer Claudia Wingbermuehle
Ms. Nondorf provides NEW Information.
The shutdown was Avoided! “By February 7 if the United States did not raise the debt ceiling the government would not be able to pay its debt,” said Ms. Nondorf Thankfully the Republicans and Democrats were able to reach an agreement. “Jacob Lew’s job, being the head of the Secretary of the United States, is to pay the bills of he United States of America. So when the shut down happened last semester, when they shut down the government and reopened it, they created a short term budget which was replaced by a full-time budget about a month ago.” “Democrats want to raise the debt ceiling, and the Republicans want to cut something. Instead they passed a Clean Bill where the debt ceiling was raised for a year. When you create a Clean Bill, it means you just vote on one thing. However, the speaker of the house believed if the Republicans still insisted on cutting something from the budget, it would not be passed through the senate. It was a very close vote, but the Bill passed, which means that there probably will not be another government shut down any time soon.”
Budget by The Numbers 1.1 trillion dollar budget for the year of 2014
Clean Bill: nothing is being cut from govt. spending
1% increase in the paychecks of federal workers
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Eating Disorders: Closed Doors
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hy don’t I look like those models? I’m so ugly. I’m so fat. No one will ever love me for my true self. I hate myself. Those are the thoughts that go through someone’s mind that has an eating disorder. According to the National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders, 28 million people in the US alone have eating disorders, and only one in every ten people actually get help. Eating disorders most often affect teenage girls, some who even attend Ursuline Academy. Bear Facts has interviewed Miss McCorry and an anonymous student whose sister has had eating disorders. Miss McCorry BF: What do you do when a student comes to you and says she has an eating disorder?
MM: First, I assure her that I will do everything I can to assist her in dealing with this challenging issue. Then we talk about a plan to make sure she gets the help she needs BF: How do you go about contacting parents when a student hasn’t told them about her eating disorder? MM: I assure the student that she has some choice in how this is accomplished. Getting students the medical attention they need is crucial in beginning the recovery process, and parents must be involved in the plan. BF: What should someone do if she has an eating disorder? MM: Getting help as soon as possible is key in the road to recovery. People who have an eating disorder need a team of health care professionals working with them to battle this dangerous disease.
BF: What are some signs that you might have an eating disorder? MM: Any kind of disordered eating, such as severe restriction of food intake, binge eating and obsession with food are some common indications of someone who may have an eating disorder. BF: What should a student do if she knows her friend has an eating disorder, and how should students be treated if they have an eating disorder? MM: As difficult as it may be, it’s important to let an adult know about your friend’s eating disorder. Your friend may become angry with you, but her health is at risk, and the sooner she begins to get help, the better her chances are for recovery. Students who have an eating disorder should be listened to and supported, never judged.
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Students who have an eating disorder should be listened to and supported, never judged. –Miss McCorry As difficult as it may be, it’s important to let an adult know about your friend’s eating disorder.—Miss McCorry BF: Why do you think people have eating disorders? MM: There are many factors that can contribute to someone developing an eating disorder. That’s part of the challenge with this disease as there is not just one cause. Low self-esteem, distorted body image, depression, anxiety and cultural pressure to be thin are just some of the factors that can contribute to the development of this deadly disease. BF: Do you think the media is one of the main reasons for eating disorders? MM: The media can certainly contribute to some people feeling pressure to have the "perfect" body, and this can be very dangerous for someone who struggles with body image issues. It's important for all of us to realize that what is portrayed in the media, particularly in fashion magazines, is not realistic. Photographs are computer-enhanced, resulting in images of models that are false.
Photographs are computerenhanced, resulting in images of models that are false. -Miss McCorry Anonymous Student BF: What type of eating disorders did your sister have? AS: Anorexia, binge and purge eating disorders and she would constantly exercise. BF: Did she get treatment for her eating disorders? AS: She went to counseling. BF: How old was your sister when she had her eating disorders? AS: She had them when she was 17-18. Eating disorders are a deadly disease, becoming more common as the media and other influences show that being skinny is the best thing possible. Celebrities like Demi Lovato, Ke$ha and Troian Bellisario have opened up about their struggles. There are many ways to treat eating disorders, such as rehab centers and something as simple as telling someone about it if you realize you do have one. Sometimes you might have an eating disorder and not even realize it. February 23March 1 is National Eating Disorder Awareness Week. There are things like walks, scale smashings and screenings to mark this. On February 27 at 5:00 there will be a screening at Ladue high school. Ursuline will also be participating in National Eating Disorders Awareness Week, but plans are yet to be determined. Eating disorders must be taken seriously. Eating disorders
are deadly. If you know of anyone with an eating disorder, tell someone who can help. An eating disorder can lead to depression and self harm and even suicide.
By-The-Numbers
3.7% of women suffer from anorexia nervosa.
4.2%
of women
suffer from bulimia nervosa.
5% of Americans have had binge-eating disorder in a 6-month period.
20% of people suffering from anorexia will die from their dis-
order. Facts for “By-The-Numbers are from to anad.org
Bear Facts Staff Writer Ashley Bresnahan
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Stereotypes:
Good or Bad Have Negative Effects
An Asian who’s not smart? An African American who can’t dance? It’s not possible!!!
Problems Caused by Stereotypes Yes, ladies, it’s true; even the positive stereotypes have a negative effect on a person. Have you ever met an Asian who’s not smart or an African American who can’t dance? They do exist, and they are very aware of how they stand out in their own nationality. It is not easy for some people to take the stereotypes that come with their nationality. Nor is it easy for them to know that when they go somewhere, there is a certain way that people expect them to act because of how other people in their nationality act. Overall, it makes for a bad effect. The weight of having to live up to sometimes a whole country’s perception of you is a hardship that no one needs to bear. The question that many of
you might have is, What’s the difference between the positive and negative stereotypes? The answer is that even though you think you are complimenting that person, you might as well have slapped him or her instead. “Across all of the studies done in this paper, a positive stereotype made people feel less like an individual,” according to Psychology Today. The person already knows
what the stereotypes are that come with his or her nationality; that’s like rubbing salt in someone’s wounds and laughing about it. No one can really pinpoint how someone feels about the stereotypes pinned to his or her nationality. “Missed opportunities and unmet goals are often the effects of teen stereotyping. A teen might have the skills and talents to pursue a college degree in art or play collegiate
sports but never follow her dreams because she is stereotyped a loser or a reject,” according to Everyday Life. It depends on the person and how well he or she deals with the stereotypes that are placed upon him or her . Some people actually work to prove those people wrong who like to stereotype other ethnic groups or individuals, but others just quietly fit into the bubble that’s placed around them. T h e question that any person of a nationality has to ask him or herself is, “Do I want to fit in that bubble, or do I want to prove them wrong?” It shouldn’t be a question, but it is because of how much work and effort goes into proving someone wrong. It’s not just as easy as 2+2=4. Most people do not have the patience or the will to strive for something which is a constant uphill battle for a long period of
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Ridiculous Stereotypes Americans.
In big cities everyone has a large car like a Cadillac, but outside of cities people usually travel on horseback.
Americans divorce repeatedly and have very complicated private lives. American cities are so dangerous that a person has a good chance of being killed in the street; therefore, American men either know kung-fu or carry a gun. Americans eat almost nothing but hamburgers, hot dogs, popcorn and Coke. American English is extremely difficult to understand because people speak as if they were chewing gum. Americans wear very bright colors and mixed patterns, and they wear summer clothes even in the winter. They have no sense of style. The typical American is very rude, often putting his feet on a desk or table and frequently belching in public. He yawns a lot, never trying to hide it. In international affairs as in personal life, Americans do whatever they want and don't care what other people think.
It’s possible “so don’t have a cow man!!!!” as Ms. Anderson says.
time. We can’t always pull out an unlimited source of energy or a positive outlook on everything. Sure, some people can be too pessimistic, and others can be too optimistic, but they are all redeeming qualities that makes us an individual. So why can’t society see that every person is different, and society can’t stick what one person does on an entire nationality? Obviously, it’s not that easy because stereotypes have been around for over 1,000 years and even further back. All one has to do is not like someone based on what somebody else said of because of his or her social standing, and then BAM!!! Stereotypes, produced and carried on for generations, happen in an instance, and sometimes people may notice they do it. Is there a way to quell our desire to judge somebody in
an instant? Is there a way to tame the urge to act a certain way because of your nationality? Solutions Have no fear, ladies, because Personality and Uniqueness are here. What are these qualities you ask? They are what makes everyone different and separates the individual from everyone in the world or even within a nationality. Take a chance and embrace it, and try to get a little comfortable about it. So when you know you’ve surprised someone because you didn’t act the way he or she expected, you won’t get offended by their blatant judging. It’ll roll off your shoulder like water, and you’ll even find a little joy in shocking someone. Try it, ladies, and see where it gets you, or see if you get a little comfortable about your uniqueness.
about
These stereotypes come from www15.uta.fi.
Bear Facts Staff Writer Nalo Sims
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UA Making a Difference Changing the World… One Tutu at a Time “However mean your life is, meet it and live it,” Henry David Thoreau stated (in Walden). When faced with difficult circumstances, that is exactly what Kathryn Ellebracht did. When Kathryn witnessed her brother suffering from cancer, a spark ignited in her that would later ignite a remarkable movement. After witnessing the things young children have to go through when diagnosed with cancer, Kathryn wanted to help in any way that she could. This was the beginning of Tutus for a Smile. “Tutus for a Smile was created to brighten up the days of young girls suffering from cancer. I want to show people, through Tutus for a Smile, that little acts of kindness truly go, a long way and can make a difference in someone’s life,” Kathryn explained. Through the efforts of family, friends, and the Ursuline community, Kathryn has given over 100 little girls a reason to smile. The Ursuline senior stated that the only payment she needs for her organization is seeing the smiles of the little girls she helps. “Knowing that I was a small part of their happiness is the most rewarding feeling in the entire world.” But it’s not just the little girls who have been bettered by Tutus for a Smile. Kathryn stated that Tutus for a Smile has helped her as well. “I have gained so much about how grateful I am for my life, and how precious life truly is.”
Rachel’s T.A.S.K. to Bring Happiness to Disabled Children 530 hours.
That roughly comes out to be a total of 22 days. Rachel Efken, a senior at Ursuline, has dedicated 530 hours, to serving her community. Rachel completed 200 hours working for her favorite place to serve: T.A.S.K. or Team Activities for Special Kids. T.A.S.K. is an organization that provides social settings for children with physical or mental disabilities. These activities include summer camps, seasonal sports, arts and crafts, and drama. Recently Rachel was promoted as head counselor at the summer camp. Rachel was also recently awarded the Archbishop May Service Award! Each year, the award is given to one senior from each of the Catholic high schools in the St. Louis area for excellent community service, someone who has proven that she is truly ‘alive in Christ.’ “This award means more to me than you could ever imagine. It’s incredible to be recognized for the difference I feel that I have made in our community.” Like Kathryn Ellebracht, Rachel feels that her service has not only helped her community but has also made her a better person. “By helping others, I feel that my best self is brought out. I also feel that in doing service, I can help bring out others' best self as well,” Rachel commented. This T.A.S.K. volunteer wanted to encourage other Ursuline girls to be willing to follow in her footsteps. She stated that once she started completing her service, the 120 hours were easy for her to complete. She urged, “You won't know the reward of serving others until you start to do it yourself.” Photos Courtesy of the Tutus for a Smile Facebook page (left) and the Ursuline Campus Ministry website (above)
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Teens Learning in the Community Program Over the summer of 2013, Hannah Wilke, junior, dedicated 130 hours of her total 240 hours of completed community service to work at Mercy Hospital. She was selected for the Teens Learning in the Community Program which involves its students in a variety of medical experiences. Hannah has had the opportunity to work in Child Life, Skilled Nursing, the Heart Hospital and Hospitality. Even though Hannah was completing service, she was having a lot of fun, too! She got to plan a luau for Skilled Nursing where she witnessed the elderly men flirting with the volunteers and the women growing jealous. She planned and participated in a carnival for the children’s hospital. Hannah also took a trip to the morgue and held a human brain! She even got to deliver birth certificates to mothers and see the new born babies! While it was a fun experience, it was also a great learning opportunity for Hannah. She was constantly exposed to new cultures, ethnicities, languages, and religions.
The UA Staff and the Ronald McDonald Family Room For six years, a group of Ursuline staff members have been making a difference in people’s lives. Mrs. Pelizzaro, Mrs. Pawlowicz, Mrs. Thomasson, Mrs. Deutsch and Mrs. Flores have volunteered their Tuesday nights to serving the patients and patient’s families of Cardinal Glennon Hospital in the Ronald McDonald Family Room. “I don’t think people realize that the smallest thing can make a big difference in someone else’s life,” Mrs. Pelizzaro urged. She then went on to say that what is a small act of kindness to us could mean the world to someone else. Mrs. Pawlowicz stated, in conclusion, “I just think it’s so rewarding. Once you start volunteering and feeling the rewards, you’re going to want to do more!”
What Can I Do?
Every person has the capability to change the world, every single day. God has given all of us so many gifts and talents that can make a difference in the world. Our job is to recognize our talents and use them to change the world! We all have the capability to do so! — Kathryn Ellebracht Teenagers have such a huge influence over their friends and social media that if one teen makes a difference somehow and others find out about it, others around them will most likely follow in their foot steps. — Rachel Efken You don’t have to conquer the world to make a difference; you can make a difference in a child’s life by coloring a picture with them or by talking to a worried patient. — Hannah Wilke (left) Photos courtesy of Hannah Wilke To read the full interviews, visit Bear Facts website: /a/ursulinestl.org/bear-facts/
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The Healthier You
Bear Facts Staff Writer Lindsey Pyatt
WORK HARD!
Fitness Facts... Spicy foods will make your metablolism
work faster. Exercise gives you energy. According to Ann Morrow, “Soda is so 1900s!” Cut the soda and drink more water. Water makes you feel fuller longer. Exercise helps your immune system fight sickness and diseases. Every now and then, you can still eat the food you want: just eat it in moderation. Eat smaller portions. Try apples, bananas, yogurt or almonds if you need an energy boost. Try to eat your food weaknesses in moderation; it will taste better when you treat it like it’s a special thing to eat. Movement decreases stress. Weight loss is not the most important goal; it is about getting healthy and being happy with who you are.
“WOW, I really regret that workout!” - No one ,EVER
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ook around; obviously no one is perfect, so do not beat yourself up for not having a perfect body. Do not compare yourself to anyone but the person looking back at you in the mirror. It is very easy to get lost in our society’s body image, but just remember that beauty is most definitely on the inside. Ann Morrow, owner of Ellipse Fitness and certified health coach, shared, “In high school, it was very hard for me to look only at myself. I compared my body to others’. Everyone is different. Love who you are and where you are. If you want to be ‘in another place,’ determine a destination and map out the route backwards.” Ann’s words speak volumes as an adult looking back on her high school years. There is no reason to beat yourself up if you are not happy with yourself. Work as hard as you can, cut out the junk, and you are well on your way to the healthier you.
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There are many different types of exercise. For example, Ellipse Fitness is a kickboxing gym. When exercising, you should incorporate some sort of cardio, which raises your heart rate, along with strength, which builds muscle. If you are looking to lose weight, you must build muscle to keep your body toned and proportionate. Cardio can include running, jogging, fast walking, kickboxing, cycling, swimming and many more forms. A few types of strength exercises would be planks, push ups or dumbbells. Do not overdo it; about 20-30 minutes of cardio is great to start out. After you feel like you can handle 30 minutes, feel free to move on and do more. Morrow explained that when you are working out, it helps if you are totally focused on yourself. Maybe add some music, but just enjoy the workout that you are doing for YOU. Morrow also had a few tips on how to stay healthy in the kitchen. Breakfast should be your largest meal of the day, lunch the second largest, and dinner the smallest. Morrow suggested adding greens to every meal. For breakfast, add spinach or sliced red peppers to an egg white omelette. Breakfast is the meal that starts fueling your body for the rest of the day; you should eat up to 500 calories for a successful day of burning calories. Never skip breakfast. When lunch rolls around, eat a salad with plenty of vegetables and maybe a little grilled chicken. Do not ruin a salad by a fatty dressing, but use a light vinaigrette. The salad is light but offers enough protein to keep you going for the rest of the day. At dinner keep it simple, but tasty. Another piece of grilled chicken with a sweet potato and veggies is a great dinner choice. You can always cook your chicken in different ways, but you should definitely keep it in your meals. It is a very healthy form of protein. Find delicious recipes on how to make your food healthy; it does not have to be bland to be good for you. You are absolutely beautiful just the way you are, but a little exercise and eating healthy can only do great things! This year is your year to change your lifestyle. A diet for a few weeks is not the healthy way to change your look. Everyone wants to look fabulous come June, but you cannot start working the last day of May! There is absolutely no need for diet pills or starving yourself. Exercise and eating healthier will help you get exactly where you want to be.
Facts from Ann Morrow & activiasystems.com.au
EAT HEALTHY!
CUT THE JUNK!
DRINK CLEAN!
SLEEP WELL!
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14 ENTERTAINMENT
Netflix. Video streaming. It’s a phenomena that has been sweeping UA girls by storm, but is this hurricane as bad as we think? Based on information from a survey sent to both students and coworkers the answer seems to be mixed. With a tie between number of respondents who said they spend 10 hours or more watching a week and 1 hour or less, the answer is up in the air. Freshman Samantha Abel said she prefers TV shows and also stated, “It’s so addicting because once you watch an episode and it ends, it always ends on a cliffhanger, and you just have to watch the next one.” When asked if it got in the way of sleep, she replied, “It depends on how much homework I have. If I don’t have that much then I’ll stay up late and watch a lot because I feel like it’s ok.” Not only does Abel state it, but the charts reveal the majority of the people surveyed said that Netflix did get in the way of sleep, with 43% saying yes. However, teachers shouldn’t be alarmed because according to the survey, it’s not getting in the way of homework. 75% of those surveyed said homework wasn’t an issue while only 25% said it was. So what are UA girls watching that’s keeping dreams away? There was an over whelming response of girls that said they watched shows like “Gossip Girl,” “One Tree Hill” and “Greys Anatomy.” There was also a pretty significant response for “90210,” “Pretty Little Liers,” “Downton Abbey,” “Supernatural,” “Vampire Diaries” and “Breaking Bad.” Some movie genres were mentioned but no movie was
particularly mentioned. With all of the TV shows a heart could desire at the tips of our fingers, is traditional TV fading out? Daniel Roth of Wired.com said yes. He said that Reed Hastings, the current CEO of Netflix, “[will] have to go up against some of the most powerful incumbents in media: the cable companies and content providers.... So far, Hastings has avoided the wrath of the giants by building his Netflix service surreptitiously, slowly amassing his library of streaming content and giving viewers new ways to access it. And now, even if the cable and content companies do take him on, it may be too late.” Cable companies like Charter and Dish have created phone and tablet apps that allow those, with a subscription, to view live TV and on demand titles, in the palm of there hands. The problem with that is on demand doesn't allow you to watch an unlimited amount of TV and movies with out footing a large bill. They advertise products like DVR, saying things like “You can watch TV from any room in your house!” Netflix can go pretty much anywhere putting it, yet again, one step ahead of the competitors. TV will never be totally gone, but in this age of ever evolving technology, it may not be the TV we know it as today. So much is at the fingertips of the consumer, and technology is finding new ways to bring everything even closer. We don't know what the future lies, but if Netfilx is any indicator for traditional TV, it could prove to be an interesting plot. Bear Facts Staff Writer Abigail Krafft
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You’ve seen all 122, 40+ minuet long episodes of Gossip Girl 5 times, and Blair feels like the sister you never had.
You know what OITNB is and recommend it to anyone looking for something new and different to watch.
It’s 2 A.M. and just one more episode of Breaking Bad and you promise you’ll go to sleep.
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Your idea of a perfect Friday night is staying home and binge watching because there’s no homework or sleep to get in the way. Who needs sleep?
No to all of them, I don't have Netflix.
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You get really depressed when you finish a show completely, so you start another one to get over the heartbreak.
You know more than what Mr. Luperell or Mr. Katheriner are telling you in class because you watched that one random documentary.
Oh ya!! (insert box number here) is totally me.
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‘Ride Along’ Review “Ride
Along” is an action/comedy starring Kevin Hart and Ice Cube, and it is a hilarious movie. Though “Ride Along” has many action scenes which tend to be serious in other movies, Kevin Hart injects his brand of comedy. Kevin Hart stars as Ben, a fast talking security officer who just got accepted to the police academy. He played the part well, but it is his typical role. Also, there are many jokes about him being short which happens a lot in the movies that he is in. Ben is going on the job with his girlfriend’s brother James (Ice Cube) who is a detective, and James wants to prevent the marriage between Ben and his sister so he intentionally has Ben
deal with crazy situations. For instance, Ben is sent to a grocery store to arrest a man who is making a mess by throwing food around and putting it on himself; the man resists arrest and starts attacking Ben. These scenes they are very funny, but unrealistic. . Ben goes through this day so that James will give his blessing and Ben can prove himself worthy of James’s sister. “Ride Along” also seems to drag on near the end. It seemed as if it could have cut out some scenes and been a little shorter making it better. “Ride Along” is very similar to “21 Jump Street” in the sense that they are both cop comedies, so if you liked “21 Jump Street,” this would be a great movie to go see. Overall, “Ride Along” is a great movie ,and it is good to go see with friends.
Box Office Numbers The budget for producing the movie was $25,000,000. Opening Weekend it made $48,626,380. Since it has come out it has made $117,687,775 . Photo from ridealong.com
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Coming soon to Theatre March 21
“Captain America” - The Winter Sol-
dier. The next chapter of Captain America takes place during the modern world. He teams up with Black Widow to fight off assassins .
April 4
May 2
“Divergent” - Based on the dystopian book by Veronica Roth, Divergent is set in the future where people are divided into groups that are dedicated to a certain virtue the honest, the selfless, the brave , the peaceful, and the intelligent. Shailene Woodley stars as Tris who is told that she will not fit
“The Amazing Spider Man 2” - An-
drew Garfield and Emma Stone will once again star in the newest Spider Man movie. This time Spider Man will face Electro who will played by Jamie Foxx. “The Fault in our Stars” -From the book by John Green, Fault in our Stars is a love story between two teenagers who meet at a cancer support group.
June 6
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“22 Jump Street” - A sequel to 21 Jump Street, but this time Jenko and Schmidt go undercover at a college.
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Sure, it’s nice to binge-watch on Netflix, but this spring there are plenty of shows to enjoy on air. With returning favorites and fresh new shows, this year is shaping out to be very entertaining.
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for the resolution of the cliffhanger, so series three has a lot to live up to.” As each season only has three episodes, series three is offihis spring, expect big things from cially over, but the English-based broadcastthe television world—big things, ing station has confirmed a fourth season that people! With so many new shows premiering can lead up to a fifth season, and old favorites returning with which fans should expect someFor some promises of characters and storytime in the next decade if the last shows and their lines that are bigger and better, hiatus was anything to go by. this year is going to be great—at fans, returning And who could forget all least when it comes to television. shows are very the “Pretty Little Liars” fans out Let’s start with the basics: there? Strange things are hapgood news—for old shows coming back for more pening in Rosewood, especially others, not so seasons. For some shows and since Ezra’s secrets are starting their fans, this is very good much. to come undone with the possinews—for others, not so bility of Aria heading right into much. Fans of CBS’s “How I Met Your Mona and Mike’s, well, whatever it is they are Mother” are sad to see their show on its last planning. No, seriously, why are Mike and run, but think of it this way: Ted finally gets Mona a thing? Also, what exactly is Detective the girl, and Barney will always be legenHolbrook up to? Here’s to season four’s dary. Viewers already know the mother is (hopefully, but probably not) answering our A definitely the one for Ted, but they still don’t -team questions, according to hollywoodknow her name. With the way this season is life.com. Seriously, is there any way for this headed, we’ll find out on the series finale. entire plotline to be neatly resolved? BBC America’s “Sherlock” finally came Casual horror fans, there’s plenty of back after a two year hiatus. The second seashows for you out there in varying ranges of son ended with a huge cliffhanger that left scary— “American Horror Story,” fans confused and sad. According to sopho“Supernatural,” “Bates Motel,” more Danielle Nahm, “We waited two years “Hannibal.” All of these shows have
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something major happening--AHS’s Coven just ended with a supreme reveal; supernaturalists get fan fave Misha Collins as a regular cast member; “Bates Motel,” season one, comes to Netflix (and just in time for season two’s premiere in March), and Michael Pitt joins the “Hannibal” cast for season two as Mason Verger. However, the creepy show to definitely watch is “The Walking Dead.” According to theweek.com, the fall finale saw the deaths of a longtime villain and a hero--but I’m not saying who. According to sophomore Mariah Conrey, “The characters are extremely in touch with their emotional side, and they’re so complex it gives the show a whole new way of being looked at.” The show is one of the highest grossing cable series on air, according to tvbythenumbers.zap2it.com, and it isn’t hard to figure out why. As with all of these shows, the episodes are up on Netflix, so now’s the best shot you have to catch up. So in between studying and binge-watching Netflix, be sure to tune into these favorites.
As for brand new shows, there are several that need to be on your radar. Let’s start off with something easy: “Ravenswood.” It’s the paranormal spin off of “Pretty Little Liars,” and since it stars Hanna’s ex-BF, it could mean a mixed episode between PLL and Ravenswood. It centers around a curse that has haunted the families of Ravenswood for generations, so expect thrills as big as PLL promises, according to wikipedia.com. And on February 11, all of the remaining episodes of Twisted premiered. If you want a good comedy, tune into FOX network’s “Brooklyn-Nine-Nine.” With only a dozen or so episodes under its belt and an all-star cast (including former SNL star Andy Sandberg), it’s already on its way to becoming a comedic great, according to theweek.com. Another biggie to look forward to is the reboot of late science superstar Carl Sagan’s “Cosmos.” The new show, slated to premiere in March, will feature astrophysicist and Twitter personality Neal deGrasse Tyson, according to Parade Magazine.
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enjoy “Sherlock” because it gives a modern spin on Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s writings. It shows how the books and adventures might have been if they were written for the current era. You should watch “Sherlock” because the characters have great development, and the cases Holmes and Watson go on leave you awestruck. This show is the one for you if you enjoy mystery and adventure.
“Sherlock,” Daniel Nahm, sophomore
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he characters are extremely in touch with their emotional side, and they’re so complex it gives the show a whole new way of being looked at. I am looking forward to Rick’s retaliation against the Governor. You know, midseason break is the perfect time to catch up, and all the episodes are on Netflix.
“Walking Dead,” Mariah Conrey, sophomore
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read the books so I got interested in the show, and I like it because something that you are not expecting always happens. I am looking forward to finding out who is all of the A-Team and who is after Ali. It’s really good.
“Pretty Little Liars,” Ashley Bresnahan, sophomore
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y favorite TV show is “One Tree Hill” because the characters are really relatable (and attractive!)
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