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The Register Forum

The Student Newspaper of Cambridge Rindge and Latin

The Register Forum

Four years after the COVID-19 pandemic the US is still working to control the contagious disease.
Beach Waves or a COVID-19 Wave? The Surge of COVID-19 Over the Summer
Sinead O’Gorman-Jones, Metro Editor • November 1, 2024

Despite the decline in headline news coverage of COVID-19, spikes and surges in cases still occur four years after 2020. In fact, this past summer saw many US states quickly grow in cases and levels of COVID-19 in wastewater samples.  Wastewater...

Aspine allows students to view their grades and manually calculate averages.
CRLS Staple ‘Aspine’ Returns
Hazel Marcucella and Lucia Mindell September 28, 2024

On May 22nd, CRLS students were notified that the beloved student-developed grade website, Aspine, was back online after months of the program being down and, before that, unreliable. Through the diligent focus of the CRLS...

Graduation was held on June 6th, 2024.
Goodbye to the Class of 2024
August 26, 2024

The arrival of June means many things: for some, it signifies the start of summer, and while students dread finals and exams, others envision a picturesque vacation to ease away the built-up stress of the busy work months....

The bike lanes would advance the city's commitment to the 2020 Cycling Safety Ordinance, which will be required to add up to 22.6 bike lane miles.
City Council Votes to Delay Construction of Separated Bike Lanes
August 18, 2024

On April 29th, after a 7-hour meeting consisting of heated debate, the Cambridge City Council finally voted on a proposed plan to delay the construction of separated bike lanes on Main Street, Cambridge Street, and Broadway....

The policy will begin being enforced in the 2024-2025 school year.
Screenagers Beware! CRLS to Imprison Phones this Fall
August 15, 2024

Do you check your email? If you didn't last month, here’s what you may have missed: CRLS wants you to know that community expectations have been reset and that, come September, the school will tolerate no phones in class. Upon...

Is Sports Betting a Mistake?
Walter Hopwood, Contributing Writer • August 18, 2024

Calvin Ridley, Ivan Toney, Sandro Tonali, Jontay Porter, and…Shohei Ohtani? With the national legalization of sports betting in May of 2018, there has been a large increase...

Historic viewership marks a milestone in women’s basketball, as South Carolina's victory over Iowa attracts millions.
Women’s Basketball Takes Front Stage in March Madness 2024
August 15, 2024

The Women’s NCAA National Championship victory by undefeated South Carolina over Iowa averaged 18.9 million viewers on ABC and ESPN, far outpacing...

The CRLS women’s fencing team broke school records when finishing 2nd in the competition.
CRLS’ Women’s Fencing Team Beats School Record
August 15, 2024

On February 25th, 2024, CRLS made history in two key ways: for one, the school hosted the Massachusetts High School Fencing State Championships...

Boston teams are dominating the season.
What a Wonderful Time to Be a Boston Sports Fan
August 15, 2024

Whether you are a Pats junkie, Celtics bandwagon hopper, random Bruins fan (yeah, looking at you), or one of the few who have stuck with the...

The Tortured Poets Department is Taylor Swift's 11th studio album.
The Tortured Poets Department Review
Hazel Marcucella, Managing Editor • August 18, 2024

Taylor Swift debuted her eleventh album, The Tortured Poets Department, on April 19th. The album, which Swift revealed to be a double release, contains 31 tracks with various...

The dystopian thriller centers a team of war journalists during a US civil war.
A24’s Civil War Movie Review
August 18, 2024

In our current political climate, itoften feels as though Americans are at war with themselves, and A24's Civil War explores what would...

In Search of Self: Toni Morrison’s “Home”
August 15, 2024

In Toni Morrison's novel Home, the acclaimed author revisits familiar territory by exploring themes of generational legacies, racial trauma,...

CRLS chorus dedicated hours to preparing for their Carnegie Hall preformance.
CRLS Traveling Chorus Strikes a Chord at Carnegie Hall
June 17, 2024

On March 25th, the Traveling Chorus of CRLS, led by Dr. Ivan Stefanov, achieved a milestone in their musical journey with a resounding performance...

The Burden of Black Excellence
August 18, 2024

 Black excellence places a demand on Black folks to hyper-excel, to practice excessive forms of labor and productivity such that then, and only then, are they worthy of recognition,...

Biden's road to reelection faces obstacles as criticism mounts over his age, economic performance, and handling of the Israel-Hamas conflict.
Why Joe Biden Is Struggling Early in the 2024 Race
August 15, 2024

Joe Biden secured his party’s presidential nomination this spring, aiming for a second term as president of the United States. Despite numerous roadblocks facing his predecessor...

North Korea propaganda videos have become increasingly more prevalant on Tik Tok.
You Are Not Immune to North Korean Propaganda
August 15, 2024

Have you come across North Korean propaganda on your For You Page? Accounts featuring videos of life in North Korea have risen in popularity on Tik Tok. Considering North...

Grading for Equity was introduced in the 2023-24 school year.
Is CRLS Grading Equitable?
July 6, 2024

CRLS grading policies have undergone a radical paradigm shift over the past 6 months. School administrators have boldly associated these policy changes with the word ‘equity’,...

Stephen and Jeremiah have published a total of eight editions as Editors in Chief.
Editors-in-Chief Say Farewell to the 133rd
June 17, 2024

As the end of the school year inches closer and closer, it is hard to believe that our time in the Register Forum is coming to a close. For the past four years at CRLS, writing,...

Internet fads contribute to consumerist culture and waste.
Consumed by Consumerism: The Dangerous Impact of Trends
June 17, 2024

The rise of Gen Z culture is undeniably intertwined with the phenomenon of TikTok. From viral trends to new aesthetics, the influence of this platform is hard to escape. However,...

Pessimism only makes it harder for people to enjoy things.
Food For Thought: Pessimism is Destroying Our World
June 17, 2024

Merriam-Webster defines pessimism as “an inclination to emphasize adverse aspects, conditions, and possibilities or to expect the worst possible outcome.” This “disease”...

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August 18, 2024
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May Crossword
July 10, 2024
Cambridge is home to many boba spots, but which one is the best?
The Tea on Harvard Square’s Bubble Tea
Sinead O'Gorman-Jones, Metro Editor • July 6, 2024

With a sweet tooth in mind and a whopping $8 in the pocket, Harvard Square has never been a better spot to treat yourself to boba tea. The...

Valentine’s day candy is a longstanding and tasty tradition.
A Sweet History: Valentine’s Day Candy
Jordan Gwon, Contributing Writer • June 2, 2024

Conversation candies, heart-shaped lollipops, and most importantly, sweet chocolate—these candies have long been staples of Valentine’s Day....

These noodles are a quick fix!
Ban Mian Peanut Butter Noodles
Elaine Wen, Nation Editor • June 2, 2024

These slurp-worthy noodles coated in scrumptious peanut butter sauce are the perfect comfort food or late night snack. Able to be made in a jiffy,...