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At Florida Southern College, the magic of theatre doesn’t just unfold under the spotlight; it’s forged behind the scenes, in the paint fumes of the scenic shop, the quiet hum of light boards, and the creative, sometimes frantic, energy that pulses through the costume shop.  Here, a select group of students are mastering the unsung art of technical theatre and design through FSC’s Bachelor of Fine Arts in Technical Theatre and Design program, a hands-on, deeply immersive experience that transforms behind-the-scenes enthusiasts into creative powerhouses.

​FSC’s Student Government Association (SGA) has announced its executive board for the 2025-26 academic year.  Lexi Lapore-Paternostro has been elected student body president; Ben Ruby executive vice president; Michael Desrosiers administrative vice president. Garrett Hultman vice president of finance; and Katrina Machado vice president of communications.

One of the biggest nights in Hollywood is fast approaching, as the 97th Academy Awards are set to take place on March 2. Hosted by Conan O’Brien, the event will be broadcast live from the Dolby Theatre at Ovation Hollywood on ABC and, for the first time, streamed on Hulu.

The 82nd Golden Globe Awards, held on Jan. 5, in Los Angeles, brought Hollywood’s biggest stars together for a night of celebration, surprises and shocking moments. Hosted by comedian Nikki Glaser, the evening was a sensational showcase of talent and storytelling, reflecting the year’s finest achievements in both film and television. Glaser made history as the first solo woman to host the event.

The music industry is constantly evolving, driven by innovative sounds, creativity and societal trends. As 2025 begins, the next wave of musical talent is poised to leave its mark on the global music scene. From boundary-pushing experimentation to heartfelt storytelling, these emerging artists are shaping the future of music in compelling ways. 

Released on Oct. 31, Oasis is an AI-generated game from Decart credited as being “the first real-time AI world model.” Based on user input, the game generates its environment as users play it, similar to Minecraft but powered entirely by AI. While it’s an impressive technological feat, some users' experiences have been less than spectacular, revealing potential limitations and significant challenges.

As cocoa prices continue to rise, shoppers this Halloween season saw jump-scare-worthy prices for chocolate candy. Numerous poor crop seasons have reduced the supply of cocoa, a key ingredient in chocolate, increasing the price of chocolate and other confectionery manufacturing by 45% from January through September.  The shortage of chocolate for retailers stems from extreme weather in West Africa, which grows the majority of the world’s cacao beans. The combination of intense rains and massive dry spells led to harsh conditions for growing conditions for cocoa including pests and disease.

Stevie Nicks, the legendary Fleetwood Mac vocalist, soloist and rock icon, continues to captivate audiences with her hauntingly beautiful melodies, lyricism and unique voice. Recently she released a new single, “The Lighthouse,” inspired by the fight to reinstate abortion rights in the United States. 

After the devastation of  Hurricane Milton, a heated debate has emerged online in political circles: Was this catastrophic storm a naturally occurring event or something man-made? A growing number of politicians have started voicing opinions and theories that Hurricane Milton may not be entirely natural, reigniting discussions about climate change and man-made environmental impacts.

James Earl Jones, the highly respected actor who voiced the “Star Wars” villain Darth Vader, Mufasa in Disney’s “The Lion King”, starred in many and Broadway productions died Sept. 9 in his home in Dutchess County, New York.