Features
Is H&M Racist?
January 14, 2018 | Masai Davis and Ian Kan
H&M recently released an advertisement on their website in Great Britain that pictured a young African American boy wearing a hooded sweatshirt that reads “Coolest Monkey in the Jungle.”
Since this product and image was released, tons of controversy has surrounded the … Read More
Ask an Expert: Teen Depression
January 14, 2018 | Nicole Greco
The Commentator recently caught up with Ms. Kimberlee Van Burch, a Hudson Catholic mother and licensed psychotherapist with a private practice in Jersey City, New Jersey, to discuss teen depression. This is our publication’s second interview with Ms. … Read More
Summing Up The Golden Globes 2018
January 14, 2018 | Janae Van Burch
On January 7, 2018, the annual Golden Globes took place in Beverly Hills for the 75th time. The night was filled with great speeches, awkward interviews, political proclamations, and everything else we have come to expect from a Hollywood … Read More
SPU On-Site Decision Day: Follow Up
January 12, 2018 | Alazay Maldonado
It’s time to celebrate!
On Wednesday January 10, 2018, Mr. Anthony Rodriguez , a representative from Saint Peter’s University came to Hudson for the On-Site decision day. The Commentator spoke to guidance counselor Ms. Molaro about the event, who reports everything … Read More
On-Site Decision Days
January 7, 2018 | Alazay Maldonado
January is a popular time for college deadlines. January 1 and January 15 deadlines are quickly approaching. The Hudson Catholic student service department is hosting on-site decision days for 3 colleges in our area. Admissions counselors from NJCU, Saint Peter’s University, … Read More
Pros and Cons of American Imperialism
January 7, 2018 | Arlette Huesca 45
The US has significant effects on other countries in terms of pop culture, technology, business practices, and more. However, the gravity of how much influence America has on other governments is evident in American Imperialism, which is the military, economic, … Read More
The Royal Engagement
December 29, 2017 | Brandi Davis
During the month of November, it was announced that Prince Harry of Wales and American actress Meghan Markle were engaged.
The date set for the wedding has now been confirmed to be May 19, 2018. The … Read More
Rockefeller Tree 2K17
December 21, 2017 | Nicholas Ramtahal
The Rockefeller Center Christmas tree is a world-wide symbol of Christmas time in New York City.
This year’s Christmas tree lighting took place on November the 29, from 7-9pm at Rockefeller Plaza, between West 48 and West 51 Streets and … Read More
Underclassmen: College Closer Than You Think
December 21, 2017 | Jon Francisco
As a high school student, college is just right around the corner. You may not be a senior, but you can still prepare for college. It’s never too early to start looking into the college life.
As an underclassman, you … Read More
Cooking Club Breaks Bread
December 21, 2017 | Jhelaine Palo
The members of the Cooking Club gathered in the Hudson Catholic Brothers’ Residence to put together their traditional Thanksgiving/Christmas dinner on December 12, 2017.
The annual Thanksgiving dinner was held as the members of the Cooking Club got together to prepare … Read More
Kobe Hangs Up Another One
December 20, 2017 | Jon Francisco
Kobe Has Not One, But Two Jerseys Retired.
On Monday, December 18, 2017, future Hall of Fame inductee Kobe Bryant had both his No. 8 and No. 24 jerseys retired by the Los Angeles Lakers organization. The ceremony took place … Read More
New Music Wednesdays
December 20, 2017 | Christian Dumol
New Music Wednesdays: Björk’s Utopia (2017)
Genre: Art pop, avant-garde, experimental
Label: One Little Indian
Year: 2017
Icelandic singer-songwriter Björk returns with her ninth studio album, Utopia. After her critically acclaimed album Vulnicura two years ago, the experimental musician released … Read More
BTS: The K-Pop Band Taking Over The World
December 14, 2017 | Brandi Davis
Recently, korean pop sensation BTS has been gaining worldwide success. They’ve been having an amazing year thus far. They’ve sold out concerts globally, received a Billboard Music award, and performed on the American Music Awards’ stage. They are currently working … Read More
Fallen Angels
December 14, 2017 | Kaila Fields
Tuesday, November 28, the Victoria’s Secret Angels strutted across Shanghai stage. The annual show aired on CBS, but was it as fabulous as some claimed?
Chinese model Ming Xi’s worst nightmare came true during the show. She came out beautifully, … Read More
Shakeup on The Senate Floor: Al Franken
December 12, 2017 | Pamela Rodriguez 1
On Thursday, December 7, 2017, Senator Al Franken (D) of Minnesota announced that he will be stepping down from his position, during a speech on the Senate floor. Franken’s decision is brought upon by the numerous sexual … Read More