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Beloved B-CC Teacher, Colman McCarthy, Sadly Passes Away
Fiona Stewart and Juliet Kelliher March 12, 2026

On February 27, 2026, beloved former B-CC Peace Studies teacher Colman McCarthy sadly passed away. McCarthy was a beloved figure in the B-CC hallways for many years, being a teacher many looked to for positivity and peace. McCarthy was a person with...

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US and Israel Launch Air Campaign to Topple Iranian Regime
Nicholas Takeyh, News Writer

On February 28th, the US and Israel commenced an air campaign against the Iranian regime to cripple their Intercontinental Ballistic Missile...

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New AI Weapon Detection System at B-CC
Leah Ayers and Chelsey Barr

A new and exciting artificial intelligence tool known as VOLT AI is being piloted at three MCPS schools, including B-CC, to help improve security...

Maryland Faces Renewed Debate Over Congressional District Maps
Maryland Faces Renewed Debate Over Congressional District Maps
Pablo Suleiman, News Writer

Redistricting is one of the most controversial processes in American politics, and as Maryland prepares for its critical election in November,...

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Mid-Year Burnout
Lucy Barron, Feature Writer • February 12, 2026

As 2026 kicks off, so do the New Year's resolutions. Though these resolutions may feel attainable in the beginning, a new semester filled with...

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Valentines—More Like Galentines: How B-CC Girls Celebrate
Charlotte Whatley, Feature Writer

With February 14 approaching, the excitement at B-CC isn’t just centered around Valentine’s Day; it’s also about Galentine’s Day! This...

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Cuts That Start Young: Child Care Funding in the U.S.
India Brown, Feature Writer

Child care is often treated as a private family issue, but federal policy plays a major role in determining who can afford it. The Trump administration...

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Oil Over All: America’s History of Fuel Imperialism
Palmer Emmett, Feature Writer

On January 3, 2026, the United States conducted a "large-scale strike" against Venezuela, capturing President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia...

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Culture
The 2026 Grammy Awards: Best & Worst Looks
Cameron Smith, Culture Writer • February 24, 2026

The Grammy Awards are the music industry's most important night. World-renowned artists, producers, and writers have the chance to be nominated...

Bad Bunny performs during the Super Bowl LX halftime show. (Eric Thayer / Los Angeles Times)
Musical Moments of the 60th Annual Super Bowl
February 24, 2026

On February 8, 2026, the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots played in the 60th annual Super Bowl. The Super Bowl is one of the most...

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The Perfect Valentine’s Day
February 12, 2026

For high school students, planning the perfect Valentine’s Day can be challenging. However, living in Bethesda comes with many perks, one of...

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Chappell Roan Combats Talent Agent With Deep Roots to Epstein
February 12, 2026

On January 30, 2026, the federal government released 3.5 million pages of files in connection with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and...

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Protected by AI: B-CC’s New Surveillance System
Margot Kaye, Opinion Writer • March 5, 2026

B-CC is one of three MCPS high schools that implemented VOLT AI on March 2. According to its website, VOLT – which stands for Violence Observation & Lead Tracking – uses artificial intelligence to detect security and safety concerns including...

Earlier this year, under Jeff Bezos’s orders, The Washington Post cut around 300 employees, eliminating a large portion of its newsroom staff. (Photograph by Kent Nishimura / Bloomberg via Getty Images)
The Washington Post’s Identity Crisis
Stella Klein, Opinion Writer

As of 2026, many families have one less newspaper being tossed onto their porch each day: The Washington Post. This absence isn’t just the...

‘Emilia Perez’ composers accept an Academy Award for Best Original Song
Popularity or Talent: The Problem With Today’s Award Shows
Gabriela Ugaz, Opinion Writer

With two of the major, view-garnering award shows coming up in February and March, the Grammys and the Oscars, there’s been a lot of buzz surrounding...

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Parasocial Relationships: Our Hyperfixation with Celebrities
Stella Klein, Opinion Writer

Parasocial relationships on social media refer to the phenomenon in which people form one-sided connections with influencers and celebrities,...

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Barons Win Big Against Walter Johnson
Arden Barber and Lana Bracey March 3, 2026

Friday, February 27, 2026, Bethesda Chevy Chase High School’s girls’ basketball team went head-to-head with Walter Johnson to earn the win...

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USA Men’s and Women’s Hockey Each Win Gold in Milan
Nate Horowitz, Sports Writer • March 3, 2026

For the first time, the USA’s men’s and women’s hockey teams are both Olympic gold medalists. For each squad, it is their third-ever gold:...

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The Barons take a Tough Loss Against Blake
Ramin Jacobs, Sports Writer • February 19, 2026

On Friday, February 13th, B-CC faced off against Blake and lost 69-55. The Barons had great momentum and dominated the first half by maintaining...

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Mes de la Herencia Hispana
Gabriela Ugaz, Bilingual Writer • October 7, 2025

Lo que empezó como una celebración en 1968 se ha convertido en una observación de 30 días sobre la cultura y los logros de Latinos y Hispanos....

عید فطر
عید فطر
Erfan Nabizada, BARONES BILINGÜES writer

به روز یک‌شنبه، ۳۰ مارچ، مسلمانان در سراسر جهان عید سعید فطر را تجلیل کردند؛ عیدی...

حتی آب هم نی؟
حتی آب هم نی؟
زهرا احمد و سید عرفان نبی زاده, Sayed Erfan Nabizada, and Zara Ahmed

به تاریخ ۲۸ فبروری، مسلمان‌ها یکی از مقدس‌ترین ماه‌های تقویم اسلامی را تجلیل...

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.با جنگ طالبان علیه زنان مبارزه می‌کند “B-CC Girl Up”
Zara Ahmed and Sayed Erfan Nabizada

من فقط می‌خواهم درس بخوانم. این جرم نیست.. یلدا، شاگرد ۱۴ سال یک صنف مخفی برای زنان...

Volume CI Issue 3
Volume CI Issue 3
February 12, 2026

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The Newest “Wuthering Heights” Adaptation by Emerald Fennel
The newly released film “Wuthering Heights” is already a box-office hit, with ticket sales surpassing $150 million. Casting Jacob Elordi, a White man, removes the source of his vengeance and attitudes towards the world, changing key parts of the story. Some have accused the film of “whitewashing” and ignoring key facets of the book.
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Alix Earle in Bad Bunny’s “Casita” at the Super Bowl and Tate McRae in the Team USA Olympics advertisement. (Collage by Sophie Geller)
Behind the Fame: Celebrity Ulterior Motives
Due to the ongoing rise of social media, influencers are often drawn to collaborate with brands to reach a larger audience. Most of the time, these influencers have not researched the brand's morals or the movements they support, and instead, use these opportunities for more exposure and money.
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The 2026 Grammy Awards: Best & Worst Looks
The Grammy Awards are the music industry's most important night. World-renowned artists, producers, and writers have the chance to be nominated to win the most coveted award among musicians: a Grammy. However, this event is not only about receiving a Grammy; it is also a fashion show.
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Bad Bunny performs during the Super Bowl LX halftime show. (Eric Thayer / Los Angeles Times)
Musical Moments of the 60th Annual Super Bowl
On February 8, 2026, the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots played in the 60th annual Super Bowl. The Super Bowl is one of the most anticipated sporting events in the United States but is known for much more than just being a football game. It has gained immense popularity for its creative and expensive commercials and, even more importantly, for its impressive halftime shows.
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The Perfect Valentine’s Day
For high school students, planning the perfect Valentine’s Day can be challenging. However, living in Bethesda comes with many perks, one of which is its close proximity to Washington, D.C.  Whether you’re celebrating with a partner or your best friends, here are some ideas to help you make February 14 a memorable day.
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