New York Global Entry program ban
On Feb. 6, the Trump administration announced plans to ban Global Entry for New York state residents. This latest move comes amid growing tensions between both ends of the political spectrum and all it is doing is harming New York…
State of the Union party dramatics
On Tuesday, Feb. 4, President Donald Trump gave his annual State of the Union speech. Marked by what was, at the time, an ongoing impeachment trial, it almost seemed the president was trying to cover up some of the inconsistencies…
Oscar speeches should be relevant
Sunday was the 92nd Academy Awards that took place at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Each winner, just like every other year, is allowed to give an acceptance speech. Instead of these speeches being about the actual award, the…
Oscars 2020 Biggest Moments
Laker Review is breaking down the night’s biggest surprises and winners. Below are some highlights from the first half of the show. Brad Pitt wins gold, Eminem shows up out of nowhere and “Joker” makes Oscar history. Brad Pitt finally…
Music Breakdown: Feb. 14, 2020
While last week’s musical journey took listeners’s all around the globe, ending in Australia, this week’s edition travels back to Europe. This week’s compilation is characterized by powerful pop and what is known as the European dance genre, or simply…
Former ‘Spider-Man’ director may take on ‘Doctor Strange’ sequel
Citing creative differences, it was announced in January of this year that “Doctor Strange” director Scott Derrickson will no longer helm its sequel, “Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness,” and will instead assume a role as an executive producer…
‘Birds Of Prey’ provides crazy, fun time despite elementary flaws
In 2016, Warner Brothers released “Suicide Squad,” the third installment of their DC Extended Universe. Despite being panned by critics, the film was a smash hit, grossing over $747 million worldwide. As a result of this success, audiences now have…
‘Kipo and The Age of The Wonderbeasts’ flexes creative muscles
Looking at the current Netlix lineup, one could be forgiven for pining for a better age of animation. With shows like “Avatar the Last Airbender,” “Adventure Time” and “Gravity Falls” in the rearview mirror, it can sometimes be a little…
Kesha’s ‘High Road’ impactful story stuck in lame singing ‘
Kesha is back and better than ever. Her new song “High Road” is taking her back to the top where she belongs. Her fans have given her the title of “Queen.” This is because she makes her music with a…
Student Spotlight: ‘The Thing That’s Still Here’
It was just sitting there, right on his chest. “By the grace of God are we delivered.” Staring at me with those terrible eyes. Those oily, ugly, terrible eyes. “For he watches us and consoles us in our grief.” Not…
