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The student news site of Baldwin High School

The Purbalite
The student news site of Baldwin High School

The Purbalite
Taylor Swift's new album carries more emotion, now that original listeners have gotten older.

[Photo] For teens, Swift’s updated “Red” draws stronger emotions

Izzy Swanson, News Editor
November 15, 2021
Florida rapper, singer, and songwriter Rod Wave just dropped his third studio album, SoulFly.

[Photo] Rod Wave stays true to his sound on new album

Mason Hurley, Multimedia Editor
March 26, 2021
With Christmas just a few days away, it's time for last-minute shoppers to get shopping.

[Photo] The 15 School Days of Christmas: Time to tackle last-minute shopping

Ethan Spozarski, Multimedia Editor
December 23, 2020
Tori Kelly's Christmas album features classic songs, but performed in a pop style.

[Photo] The 15 School Days of Christmas: Kelly offers an upbeat Christmas album

Izzy Swanson, News Editor
December 16, 2020
Dolly Parton's Christmas movie musical focuses on a small town that is being sold to make way for a shopping mall.

[Photo] The 15 School Days of Christmas: Parton’s holiday musical is for her fans only

Leila Usanovic, Staff Writer
December 4, 2020
DaBaby's new album was created in reaction to a tragedy.

[Photo] DaBaby pays tribute to late brother with surprise EP

Mason Hurley, Multimedia Editor
November 24, 2020
Machine Gun Kelly's record Tickets to My Downfall addresses mental health issues.

[Photo] Machine Gun Kelly’s new music takes on mental health issues

Stevi Simonelli, Club Member
October 19, 2020
So-called "Karen" incidents have been increasingly caught on cell phone video and shared on social media.

[Photo] Opinion: Racist `Karen’ moments need to stop

Izzy Swanson, News Editor
October 13, 2020
The new No Place for Hate group aims to make Baldwin a more welcoming community for everyone.

[Photo] New group aims to make Baldwin “No Place for Hate”

Lena Barakat and Colton Brain
September 29, 2020
"Brooklyn Nine-Nine" focuses on the hilariously immature yet brilliant detective Jake Peralta, played by Andy Samberg.

[Photo] What to Binge Watch: `Brooklyn Nine-Nine’ makes for arresting viewing

Lindsay Bonetti, News Editor
May 27, 2020
Director Quentin Tarantino's films are known for their quality sountracks.

[Photo] Column: Great soundtracks push films to a new level

Izzy Swanson, Staff Writer
May 26, 2020
R&B singer Kehlani's fourth album is about getting over a past romance.

[Photo] Kehlani’s latest album focuses on heartbreak

Savion Jones, Staff Writer
May 24, 2020
The rapper Future has always been known for his unique beats.

[Photo] Review: Future’s lyrics don’t match his beats

Zachary Wyse, Staff Writer
May 21, 2020
The Netflix series "Lost in Space" reboots a popular old sci-fi show about a family on a mysterious planet.

[Photo] What to Binge Watch: Get `Lost’ in this space series

Pratiksha Timsina, Staff Writer
May 20, 2020
The rapper Nav has new album that is called Good Intentions.

[Photo] Review: Nav’s music doesn’t match his lyrics

Zachary Wyse, Staff Writer
May 13, 2020
Alternative rock band the Cranberries recently achieved TikTok fame for their song “Dreams.”

[Photo] Essential Listening: `Everybody’ goes beyond dreams for Cranberries

Elizabeth Perston, Magazine Editor
May 3, 2020
In 1987, the rock band Def Leppard released its third studio album, Hysteria.

[Photo] Essential Listening: Time to see what all the `Hysteria’ was about

Caden Harsh, Staff Writer
May 2, 2020
Chris Hemsworth is the star of the Netflix action movie "Extraction."

[Photo] Review: Action fans will love`Extraction’

Ethan Coulehan, Staff Writer
May 2, 2020
Former UFC middleweight champion Robert Whittaker spoke up about his struggles.

[Photo] A sports hero shows he’s only human

Jaiman White, Multimedia Editor
May 1, 2020
Watching all 10 seasons of Adventure Time reveals that there is a lot more to this show than it first appears.

[Photo] What to Binge Watch: It’s time for an `Adventure’

Cassie Snyder, Magazine Editor
April 30, 2020
This time in quarantine gives action movie fans a chance to discover, or rewatch, the Fast and the Furious films.

[Photo] What to Binge Watch: Life may have slowed down, but these cars still go fast

Brooke Scanlon, Staff Writer
April 24, 2020
In "I Am Not Okay With This," Syd has to deal with high school -- and her superpowers.

[Photo] What to Binge Watch: You will be `Okay with This’

Sarah Watkins, Staff Writer
April 23, 2020
"Appetite for Destruction," the debut album from Guns N' Roses, changed the direction of rock and roll in the 1980s.

[Photo] Essential Listening: Guns N’ Roses had an `Appetite’ for change

Jaiman White, Multimedia Editor
April 23, 2020
DaBaby

[Photo] Review: Dababy introduces new sounds on latest album

Mason Hurley, Staff Writer
April 20, 2020
Pittsburgh native Wiz Khalifa has released a new album, "The Saga of Wiz Khalifa."

[Photo] Review: Wiz follows his blueprint on new album released today

Jaiman White, Multimedia Editor
April 20, 2020
Dr. Dre's first solo album, The Chronic, changed the world of music.

[Photo] Essential Listening: Dr. Dre’s solo debut changed rap forever

Jaiman White, Multimedia Editor
April 20, 2020
In the Netflix series The Ranch, son Colt Bennett returns to his family home.

[Photo] What to Binge Watch: Enjoy a visit to The Ranch

Jaiman White, Multimedia Editor
April 7, 2020
The latest Pixar film, Onward, is available to stream at Disney+.

[Photo] Review: Pixar’s Onward arrives online at the perfect time

Cassie Snyder, Magazine Editor
April 8, 2020
Despite social isolation, there are still ways for friends to connect online.

[Photo] Connecting online with friends isn’t limited to FaceTime

Pratiksha Timsina, Staff Writer
April 5, 2020
Dua Lipa has a new album that is called Future Nostalgia.

[Photo] Dua Lipa’s `Future’ not as bright as it once seemed

Izzy Swanson, Staff Writer
April 3, 2020
Lil Uzi Vert continues his domination of the mumble rap scene with his new record.

[Photo] Lil Uzi Vert returns to the top of the `mumble rap’ field

Chris Bobuk, Staff Writer
March 9, 2020
Many seniors participated in an impromptu senior skip day on Friday, drawing a warning from administrators.

[Photo] Extra senior skip day draws warning

Lindsay Bonetti and Victoria Di Cesare
November 18, 2019
The artist Blackbear has released a new album, called Anonymous.

[Photo] Blackbear has same sound in new album

Sarah Watkins, Staff Writer
May 14, 2019
March 6, 2019: Senior Skip Day

[Photo] It’s not ‘skip day’ for every senior

Elizabeth Solenday, Design Editor
March 6, 2019
The girls swim team defeated Canon-Mac on Wednesday night, and junior Abigail Herrle qualified for WPIALs.

[Photo] Girls swim team earns first win

Cassie Snyder and Jessica Abt
December 15, 2017
The NFL has decided to hold a workout for Colin Kaepernick on Saturday in Atlanta.

[Photo] Opinion: Protest is patriotic too

Zoe Vongtau, News Editor
September 25, 2017
Democrats would be better served by dropping collusion accusations against President Trump

[Photo] Opinion: Dems should walk away from collusion accusations

March 28, 2019
The boys soccer team's season came to an end on Saturday with a loss to Norwin.

[Photo] Girls soccer looks to rebound from tough loss

September 19, 2014
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