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THE WIRE
Issue No. 3 April 2018
FEATURED -
Grade 11 Artwork
INSIDE - Lemon
Ricotta Pancakes for
Spring!
A review of Jack
White’s newest single!
#MeToo: a recap
The Wire Contributors April 2018
Contributers and Editor’s Note
Contributers:
Aly Guindo
Annie Klar
Sahil Tyagi
Félix Viéren
Vivienne Webster
Supervisor, Editor in Chief:
Ms. Seton
Editor:
Vivienne Webster
Editor’s Note: We hope you all enjoy the newest edition of The Wire! Bringing students a mix of world and school
news is of the utmost importance to us here at The Wire. There’s always new and exciting things happening every
day, from the advancement of women’s rights to a very entertaining amateur boxing match. But there are also
major tragedies that are just as important to keep track of. Our neighbour to the south, the U.S., is having major
issues with gun control as seen by the Parkland school shooting. Keeping ourselves up-to-date with accurate,
unbiased news is of the utmost importance as the world goes through these major changes. Enjoy!
Recipe for Spring: Lemon-Ricotta Pancakes!
INGREDIENTS
2 cups ricotta RECIPE PREPARATION tablespoons sugar, beating ing in batches, ladle batter
2 cups mixed fresh berries 1. Line a fine-mesh strainer until peaks form. Whisk onto griddle and cook until
1/3 cup plus 4 tablespoons with cheesecloth; set over a the egg yolks, remaining 2 bottom is golden brown,
sugar, divided small bowl. Add ricotta to tablespoons sugar, and zest edges are dry, and bubbles
2 tablespoons fresh lemon strainer and let drain for 15 in another medium bowl to form on top of pancake,
juice minutes; set aside. blend. Whisk in milk. Add about 1 1/2 minutes. Flip
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 2. Gently combine ber- the yolk mixture to dry pancakes and cook until
1/2 cup chestnut flour ries, 1/3 cup sugar, and ingredients; whisk just to browned and just cooked
2 tablespoons baking powder
lemon juice in a medium blend. Add half of the egg through, about 1 minute.
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
bowl. Let macerate, tossing white mixture; fold just to Transfer pancakes to plates.
4 large eggs, separated
2 tablespoons finely grated occasionally, until sugar blend. Fold in ricotta, then Serve with berries and their
lemon zest dissolves and juices are remaining egg white mix- juices.
1 1/2 cups whole milk released, about 15 minutes. ture.
Melted unsalted butter for 3. Whisk both flours, 4. Heat a griddle or large
brushing baking powder, and salt in heavy nonstick skillet over
a large bowl. Using an elec- medium-low heat; brush
tric mixer, beat egg whites with melted butter. Using
in a medium bowl until scant 1/2 cup batter for
frothy. Gradually beat in 2 each pancake and work-
The Wire - World News Page 1 April 2018
#MeToo: The movement that’s changing
the world of women’s rights forever
On October 5, 2017, The New
Yorker published a story that would
shock and disgust Hollywood and
the rest of the movie industry. Har-
vey Weinstein, CEO of The Wein-
stein Company and an extremely
well-known and successful producer,
(numerous films that he backed have
won Oscars for best picture), was
exposed as a sexual predator. In the
days after, the heat was on the rich
and famous to respond appropriate-
ly, and so many of them did. Some
of his victims, such as Angelina Jolie,
Rose McGowan and Asia Argento,
have bravely spoken out against his Time Magazine named the “Silence Breakers” their “Person” of the Year.”
actions and opened up the way to a Starting top left (clockwise): Selma Blair, Juana Melara, Rose McGowan,
conversation about the harassment Ashley Judd, Adama Iwu, Sandra Muller, Megyn Kelly, Alyssa Milano,
and belittling so many actors face in Lindsay Meyer, Anonymous, Tarana Burke, Celeste Kidd
Hollywood.
However, the problem doesn’t just help of Cameron Russell, a suc- Olympic medalist, said,: “We, this
lie with Weinstein. At a “Women in cessful model, who published their group of women you so heartlessly
Hollywood” event on October 16, stories on her Instagram and began abused over such a long period of
2017, several well-known actresses, the #my job should not include time, are now a force, and you are
such as Jennifer Lawrence and Reese abuse campaign. In the past few nothing. The tables have turned,
Witherspoon, shared their harrow- months, one of these photographers, Larry. We are here. We have our
ing experiences with other directors Terry Richardson, was accused of voices, and we are not going any-
and producers. “[I felt] true disgust over 10 counts of sexual harassment where.”
at the director who assaulted me and manipulation and most major With more and more allegations
when I was 16 years old and anger… fashion magazines and brands have coming out against powerful men
at the agents and the producers cut ties with him. in almost every field, it is quite
who made me feel that silence was a Recently, there’s been an even more clear that the #MeToo isn’t even
condition of my employment. And shocking and grotesque revelation close to over. There has always
I wish I could tell you that that was made in the world of US gymnas- been a culture of assault, harass-
an isolated incident in my career, but tics. Larry Nassar, a doctor for the ment, manipulation, and general
sadly, it wasn’t,” said Witherspoon. US National and Olympic team, was disrespect for women, not only
This calling out of harassers and convicted for 175 years for decades in the U.S., but all over the world.
assaulters is no longer confined to of abuse of young girls. Over 150 And now, as we start chipping
just Hollywood. The next industry to women and girls, spanning two away at the tip of the iceberg,
follow in the steps of Hollywood was decades of US gymnastics, came for- maybe, hopefully, that will begin
the modelling and fashion sector. ward to speak about their awful and to change. - Vivienne Webster
Models began to expose photogra- often traumatizing experiences with
phers with the encouragement and him. Aly Raisman, a three-time gold
The Wire - World News Page 2 April 2018
Marching for Our Lives Against Gun Violence
As most of you probably
know, guns have increasingly be-
come a big issue in the United States.
On February 14th, 2018, Nikolas
Cruz, 19, opened fire in a school in
Parkland, Florida, killing 17 people.
This attack is now considered the
world’s deadliest school shooting.
The actions of Cruz have generated
a huge controversy in the United
States and motivated thousands of
young people to protest, demanding
that American politicians put in
place stricter laws concerning guns.
The death of these 17 people, most
of them teenagers, has prompted 7000 children’s shoes are put in front of the Capitol for school shooting victims
their families, their friends and Young people all over the United
other people to stand up and pro- States are standing up and are actu-
test, insisting on stricter gun control ally doing something to stop these
laws. Young people have started attacks because they are scared to go
rallies, and they have walked out of to school after the atrocious killings
schools to protest against American in Marjory Stoneman Douglas High
President Donald Trump and the School. Teens want change now and
NRA (National Rifle Association), will not wait for Trump and all the
and to prevent other mass shootings other politicians to make the next
like the one that took place on Val- move.
entine’s Day. David Hogg, survivor of the Park- A march called “March for our
land school shooting and activist Lives,” which took place on March
24th in Washington D.C., was a
march demanding that children’s
lives become a priority and that
actions to end gun violence be
taken. 800 other marches took place
outside of Washington, D.C., in oth
er big American cities, as well as in
other countries, including Canada.
The marches carried out on March
24th will hopefully influence im-
portant politicians to take imme-
diate action in order to solve this
serious problem. These politicians
cannot ignore these protests any lon-
ger and will, hopefully, be obligated
to do something against gun vio-
Teenage protestors during a nationwide school walkout on March 14, 2018 lence in their country. - Félix Viéren
The Wire - Tech News Page 3 April 2018
SpaceX:
Is there life on Mars?
Elon Musk has been quoted saying,
“If you are not failing, you are not
innovating enough.” He definitely
lived up to that when on February
6th, he and his company SpaceX
launched the Falcon Heavy - a rock-
et that has the physical capability to
send humans to Mars and orbit the
solar system for an indefinite period
of time. Inside the rocket, a Tesla
Model S Roadster was ready to take
on the orbit. Currently, it is travel- SpaceX launch, left, Elon Musk, top
ling around the planets, listening to thing that SpaceX has mastered and
“Space Oddity” by David Bowie. A thus, it will continue to defy eco-
great song for an even better inno- nomic expectations and limitations.
vation. The idea of having a cherry
So, my dad’s a pilot, which red Tesla floating in space is quite
means I know quite a lot of planes. funny. When asked on Twitter
The Falcon Heavy Rocket was calcu- why Musk was giving away a $100
lated to have more thrust and power 000 beauty, he replied, “I love the
than 18 Boeing 747 jetliners. If you thought of a car drifting apparently
don’t know what any of that means, endlessly through space and perhaps
here it in layman terms: it moves being discovered by an alien race
fast and can do more than 18 of the millions of years in the future.” Big
planes that take you from Montreal thinking. But in our world, that’s
to Paris. exactly what we need.
Indeed, it is considered to Musk has defied an abun-
be one of the most powerful rockets dance of expectations that are asso-
ever put into use. Musk and the rest ciated to science and technology. He
of SpaceX have already stated that continues to strive for a better world,
a rocket with equivalent dimen- even if it’s a new one. Whether he’s
sions will have the capability to take a hero or a villain is completely sub-
humans to Mars, and back again. jective.
This is groundbreaking news for our Personally, I believe him to
planet, which hasn’t seen anything be the former. He is personifying
so extraordinary in space and tech- the new definition of innovation and
nology for years. doing it in a variety of aspects. Elec-
The actual work behind the tric cars, solar panels, space explo-
lift-off is also spectacular. The rocket ration. Sure, if there ever is an alien
is one of the most efficient to ever invasion, we know whom to blame.
be put into practice, being built off But, if we are one day able to go to
of used or spare materials for the Mars, then we know whom to thank.
majority of its structure. The ability - Sahil Tyagi
to bring rockets back safely is some-
The Wire - Entertainment Page 4 April 2018
Youtube’s amateur boxers:
KSI vs. Joe Weller
On February 3rd, 2018, the world of While his content has shifted to-
the very popular platform YouTube wards music recently, he still has
experienced seismic shock. Two of the same crude humor that made
its more famous content creators him so popular over the years.
(KSI and Joe Weller) live-streamed Joe Weller began his YouTube ca-
their amateur boxing match, and, reer a bit later than KSI in 2012.
after a few hours, it became the most Interestingly, his most major in-
viewed amateur boxing bout in fluence on YouTube was KSI and
history. he tried to model his idol’s con-
Before analyzing how this event tent with some FIFA videos and
came to be and the effects it had on other football skits. While Weller
YouTube, you must first become a has not reached the same levels
bit familiar with who KSI and Joe of popularity as KSI, his viral
Weller are and how they gained football song spoofs have allowed
YouTube fame. him to currently have about 4.8
KSI, also known as Olajide William million subscribers. Also, Weller
“JJ” Olatunji, began his YouTube later had the chance to work with
career in 2009 through the posting his idol KSI on his most popular
of a FIFA montage video. While in video, “World Cup Song.”
his parents’ home in Watford, KSI
decided to showcase his FIFA skills Olajide William
on the platform in a video that has Olatunji (KSI), top
caused him a lot of ridicule recently.
His strange clothing, his unwar- Joe Weller, bottom
ranted enthusiasm, and his crazy
video effects were all elements of the
video that were easy for others to
make fun of. But despite his original
content not being outwardly popu-
lar, KSI decided to continue to make
FIFA videos (sometimes rapping
over them) and, because of his
perseverance, he was able to make a
huge stride in 2013.
On October 19, 2013, KSI teamed
up with five other U.K. YouTubers
to create a gaming group called the
“Ultimate Sidemen.” From then, his
channel has grown exponentially,
and currently, he has the 42nd most
subscribed channel on YouTube
with approximately 18 million subs. Olajide William Olatunji (KSI), left and Joe Weller, right
The Wire - Entertainment Page 5 April 2018
Youtube’s amateur boxers: KSI vs. Joe Weller (continued)
But how could these two British
YouTubers, who formally had a
positive relationship, end up in the
ring together, trading punching
blows?
Well, in the summer of 2017, the So, on February 3rd, 2018, the bell
two entertainers’ relationship be- rang and the two YouTubers started
gan to turn sour when Joe Weller their contest. At the venue, there
posted a video heavily criticizing were hundreds of thousands of fans
one of KSI’s diss-tracks. Displeased cheering on their favorite entertain-
with this, KSI responded with a ers, and on live stream, the fight gar-
diss-track on Weller himself, and nered millions of views. This level of
that is when the “beef ” became attention was unexpected as the two
serious. boxers only had a few months of ac-
After strings of hateful tweets to- tual boxing experience, but the fight
wards each other, the two decided did not disappoint. In the first two
to solve their amnesty in the ring. rounds, the boxers traded blows fair-
At first, fans of the two thought ly evenly, but by the third round, KSI
that the boxing fight was merely a used his superior power and length
ploy to gain more publicity and it to take control. He battered Weller
wouldn’t happen, but after the two with no reply and before the fight
attended multiple press confer- got out of hand, the referee stepped
ences, fans knew that they were in and ended the fight making KSI
truly going to settle their differenc- victorious.
es with fists. He was awarded the YouTube box-
ing championship belt, and he then
proceeded to challenge any other
YouTuber who was looking to fight.
This challenge sent a ripple through
the platform and multiple notable
Youtubers (Logan Paul, Adam Saleh,
FouseyTube, etc.) responded to KSI’s
challenge.
What started out as a few nasty
tweets was able to become an his-
torical event in a matter of months.
Even though KSI was victorious,
both YouTubers need to be com-
mended for the publicity they were
able to stir up and the hard work
they put into training. Their skills
may have not been perfect in the
ring, but there is one thing that is
certain: they left a mark on YouTube
that will never be forgotten. - Aly
Guindo
The Wire - School News Page 6 April 2018
LCC showcases its musical talent
with Café Cabaret!
If you didn’t know, Café Cabaret is an annual event held at LCC that showcases the creative talents of the student
body! Ranging from Grades 7-12, LCC students, and even one alum, took the stage and showcased their respec-
tive passions. Whether it was a guitar, a violin, a trumpet, or even a choir, the Saputo Auditorium was filled with
lion talent. The following are some pictures taken from the event, run by Dionisia Mavritsakis 18’ and Katherine
Potter 18’. - Sahil Tyagi
Nicholas Rambally 20’ (violin)
Liam Cooke-Tatarelli 21’ (saxophone)
Maya Wou 19’ (guitar)
Manny Saputo 11’ and Pre-U 12’ (guitar, vocals)
The Wire - School News Page 7 April 2018
Twelfth Night Reimagined:
A refreshing reinvention
play to the next level, was the addi-
LCC’s Senior School play, Twelfth- will happen next, I can guarantee it tion of technology.
Night Reimagined, expertly conveys won’t. I’m sure no one saw the ‘mad The furious texting between the
all the traditional aspects of Shake- owl’s disease’ or ‘chili flake cleansing’ siblings displayed on screens on
speare, in a modern backdrop easily coming. either side of the stage added layers
relatable to our generation. Written The musical score highlights the play of humor to every scene, along with
by Daniel Mansfield, a former mem- perfectly. The balance of current and the various tweets and WikiHow
ber of the Grade 11 graduating class, past songs ensures that everyone will searches.
the play features all the key elements be humming along at some point in All in all, Twelfth-Night Reimag-
of the original script; endless con- the hour long performance. Whilst ined is all one could expect from a
fessions of love, costume changes the live vocals were unexpected, high school play, and so much more.
galore, and a blink and you’ll miss it they grounded the play and gave it Whether you’re into Shakespeare’s
storyline, yet with one liners, break a genuine feel. The actresses should romantic tragedies, or humorous
outs of song and dance thrown in. truly be commended on their per- plays littered with witty remarks,
The genius of the play lies in its formance. this play is for you.
ability to take a story we’ve all heard The cast was wonderful. From Sahil Congratulations, to Daniel Mans-
before (whether it be the Shake- Tyagi’s borderline stalker love for field for his writing, and Catherine
spearean play or the 21st century Olivia, to Emma Malcolm’s dry one Rambally, Dionisia Mavrisakis and
movie She’s the Man) and reinvent liners, the whole performance was, Ms. Mahoney for putting the pro-
it so that we’re still glued to the as Tyler Macfarlane would say, a duction together.
stage. No matter what you assume ‘hoot.’ But what really pushed the - Annie Klar
The Wire - Entertainment Page 8 April 2018
A Zebra can, in fact, change its stripes
A review of Jack White’s “Ice Station Zebra”
Hailed as ‘The Last Rockstar’ by pected twist on his usual songs, Album: Boarding House Reach
internet magazine Exclaim, Jack but, of course, White pulls it off Genre: Blues Rock
White has taken a different route for in effortless style, creating an in- Released: March 23, 2018
his new album. White teased await- tense yet toe-tapping experience. Label: Third Man, Columbia, XL
ing audiences with the release of his Fans are now even more
single ‘Ice Station Zebra’ two days impatient for ‘Boarding House
before ‘Boarding House Reach’ was Reach’ to drop, eager to see where
shown to the public. White goes with the remaining
He shocked many with the tracks on the album. - Annie Klar
highly anticipated song, which strays
far from his usual funky yet gui-
tar-centered tracks. The new song
nearly crosses the border into classic
Red Hot Chilli Pepper album terri-
tory, but is layered with electronic
tones and modern twists, jumping
into an experimental area. The track
still pays homage to White’s trade-
mark chords, and is quite the unex-
Kobe Bryant Oscar: Deserved?
At this year’s Academy Awards female hotel employee, but charges Oscars, which were supporting
Ceremony, there was a very unlikely were eventually dropped as the ac- the “Me Too Movement,” should
winner whose victory stirred up a cuser refused to testify. Although have even nominated people who
lot of controversy. The future Hall of Bryant was married at the time, he were involved with cases similar
Fame basketball player Kobe Bryant did admit to having a sexual rela- to Bryant’s. They were so out-
was awarded an Oscar for his ani- tionship with the woman, but he raged that a petition was formed
mated short “Dear Basketball.” insisted that is was consensual. asking the Oscar’s to rescind
The film showcased Bryan’s love Years later, however, Bryant re- Bryant’s trophy.
for basketball and how that took leased the following statement: But what do you think? Should
him through his childhood and to “After months of reviewing dis- the all-time great Laker be forced
the Lakers organization. Whilst the covery, listening to her attorney, to give his Oscar back, or is it just
short may have been deserving of and even her testimony in person, that he was awarded with such a
an Oscar, thousands of people were I now understand how she feels prestigious trophy? Bring up this
outraged that Kobe Bryant was that she did not consent to this topic at the dinner table tonight
being acknowledged at an event encounter.” or discuss it with your friends to
that focused on preventing sexual So, as of now, it is still a bit murky see what they think. - Aly Guindo
assault. whether or not Bryant did sexually
In 2003, the NBA star was arrested assault the woman, but nonethe-
for sexual assault. While in Colo- less, citizens were outraged when
rado, Bryant allegedly attacked a he won. They did not feel that theThe Wire - Arts Page Page 9 April 2018
Grade 11 Artwork
Sunday Morning, Dahlia Kahn
Coy, George Skindilias
Inner Turmoil, Annie Klar
Nostalgia, Sofia TamaritThe Wire - Horoscopes Page 10 April 2018
Horoscopes
Get your fix of magical, mystical advice
from the stars.*
Happy Birthday month! Time to start Spring is coming! In a few months
the celebrations. Cake every week anyway. So get excited and use this
is most definitely a good idea, as is wet, cold, and slushy weather to in-
reminding everyone constantly how spire you.
Aries (Mar.
many days are left till your actual Libra (Sept.
21 - Apr. 20) birthday. 24 - Oct. 23)
The 7th star of Canire is in the ce-
The kangaroo hops in the east but lestial orbit of Saturn, which means
never the west, and when the sky be- you must not take advantage of the
comes clear, bird acorn desk. vicinity of Neuron to the 3rd house of
Scorpio (Oct. Uranus. Understand? Fantastic.
Taurus (Apr. 24 - Nov. 22)
21 - May 21)
The homework is piling up, Gemini; Ahhh, old Sagi. Time to get back up
better get started on that before the on your feet; 2018 is gonna happen
panic monster sets in. Or not. Re- whether you like it or not, and no
watching Gossip Girl for the third amount of netflix can fix that.
Sagittarius
time is definitely a better idea. (Nov. 23 -
Gemini (May
22 - Jun. 21) Dec. 21)
You suffer from that rare disease
Take some advice from the Honey
where your neutral expression is more
Badger, “I just saw the line, pinned me
furious than a psychopathic serial
ears back and ended up bagging a bit
killer. Get that checked out.
of meat in the corner there, which was
Capricorn
tops!” Ahhhh, wisdom.
Cancer (Jun. (Dec. 22 -
22 - Jul. 23) Jan. 20)
This is your age! I don’t know what
This week is your week if you make that means, but they said it in that
it! If not, it’ll be someone else’s so you movie with all the flowers and the
better sort that out. hair.
Aquarius
Leo (Jul. 24 - (Jan. 21 -
Aug. 23) Feb. 19)
This week you will find your soul
“Always remember that you are abso- mate…Potentially it’s the person to
lutely unique. Just like everyone else” the left of you. Or that one across
- Margaret Mead from you. Or the person to your right.
Pisces (Feb. Honestly, it could be anyone. Good
Virgo (Aug.
20 - Mar. 20) luck.
24 - Sept. 23)
*the Wire is not responsible for any consequences caused directly or indirectly by these horoscopes.Sources: #MeToo: https://movieweb.com/time-magazine-2017-person-of-year- silence-breakers-sexual-harassment/ Pancake recipe: https://www.eggs.ca/recipes/lemon-ricotta-pan- cakes-with-blueberry-sauce Photo: http://www.eatwisconsincheese.com/recipes/44/lemon-ricot- ta-pancakes-with-warm-blueberry-compote Gun violence: https://www.cnn.com/2018/03/13/politics/shoe-memo- rial-congress-gun-violence/index.html http://clicklancashire.com/2018/02/22/florida-teens-re- spond-to-right-wing-conspiracy-theorists.html https://washingtonpress.com/2018/03/24/here-are-some-of-the-most- powerful-photos-from-the-historic-march-for-our-lives/ Space X: https://www.flickr.com/photos/spacex/27294263035/ https://www.forbes.com/profile/elon-musk/ Youtube: http://www.businessinsider.com/how-youtube-star-ksi-be- came-a-millionaire-through-gaming-2015-3 http://theultimatesidemen.wikia.com/wiki/Joe_Weller http://teneightymagazine.com/2018/01/27/ksi-and-joe-weller-pre- pare-for-boxing-match/ https://www.polygon.com/2018/1/30/16946272/ksi-joe-weller-youtu- ber-fight-time-boxing-match https://www.tubefilter.com/2018/02/05/ksi-defeats-joe-weller-you- tube-boxing-match/ https://www.tumblr.com/search/ksi%20vs%20weller https://twitter.com/joe_weller_ Cafe Cabaret: LCC media Twelfth Night: LCC media Jack White: https://www.citybeat.com/music/article/20995661/shake- it-records-hosts-jack-white-listening-party-today Grade 11 Artwork: LCC media Horoscopes: https://expatliving.hk/horoscopes-december-2017/
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