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The Black and White

The Student News Site of Walt Whitman High School

The Black and White

The Student News Site of Walt Whitman High School

The Black and White

While interior design is often reduced to mere aesthetics, on a deeper level, it’s a powerful psychological tool MCPS can use to foster collaborative and enriching learning environments.

Redefining consent: A call for comprehensive education in high schools

By Aya Chami February 20, 2024

As teenagers navigate the complexities of interpersonal relationships, the absence of effective consent education in schools leaves a critical gap in students’ understanding of boundaries and healthy...

Where most films would solely focus on the race itself, “Ferrari” uses the race as a vehicle to explore and heighten elements that are usually left underdeveloped in more standard sports biopics.

Ferrari: A fast and assured win, though not a ferocious one

By Henry Dupree February 16, 2024

★★★★ It’s been a long road for director Michael Mann’s latest picture, “Ferrari,” which is not only his first movie in nearly nine years but a story Mann has been waiting to bring to...

The entire restaurant brims with modern and traditional Spanish culture, providing a taste of home for some and a journey of flavor for others.

Spanish Diner: A taste of Spain in Bethesda

By Sofia Lazarus February 15, 2024

Walking into the Spanish Diner in Downtown Bethesda feels like stepping into a restaurant in Spain. From imported Spanish olive oil and canned goods to Horchata (a traditional Spanish drink) and Cola Cao...

From my first year away from Albania until today, the surge of pride I feel at the mention of Albania, or the sense of comfort in meeting another Albanian, has yet to subside.

Far from Tirana: My experience as an Albanian immigrant

By Dea Rucaj February 14, 2024

As my family and I browse the grocery store shelves, we hear someone behind us speaking the familiar flowing sentences of the Albanian language. Instinctively, we all look at each other and knowingly smile,...

Each flower has its unique meaning and history, making the perfect bouquet even more meaningful for that special someone.

The Black & White’s Valentine’s Day flower guide

By Annie DeLuca February 14, 2024

While there’s nothing wrong with a classic red rose, there are many more personal and thoughtful choices to give to your Valentine. Each flower has its unique meaning and history, making the perfect...

From Cuban sandwiches to falafels, I was intrigued to taste and review the best food spots in The Heights.

The Heights Food Hall: A Chevy Chase eatery review

By Drake Poe February 12, 2024

The Heights Food Hall opened on Dec. 11 and boasts 11 food stalls as part of its Chevy Chase location. In addition to the food stalls, The Heights also houses a bar with a full-service restaurant. The...

The challenge lies in finding a balance between reaping the benefits of these platforms and avoiding excessive use that may lead to addictive behaviors.

Unmasking the allure: The instant gratification trap of social media

By Aya Chami February 7, 2024

For many teenagers, scrolling aimlessly through social media is a common pastime. With endless videos popping up one after the other and a perfectly tailored algorithm, it’s easier than ever to get bored...

I’m glad I burned out of my sport

I’m glad I burned out of my sport

By Sonia Weliwitigoda February 5, 2024

When the summer sun beats down on a hot June afternoon, one thing always comes to mind: the pool. I started swimming nine years ago, hoping to expand my horizons and stray from more popular sports like...

Here are The Black & White’s picks for the top 10 movies of 2023

The Black & White’s 10 best movies of 2023

By Henry Dupree, Aya Chami, Katelyn Leonard, and Rylan Ammerman February 2, 2024

Without a doubt, 2023 was a chaotic year for Hollywood. From strikes and labor disputes to unexpected box office failures, these shifts will leave their mark on the future of cinema.  Beyoncé and...

 My doctor tried to explain to me what the diagnosis meant, but all my 10-year-old self could focus on was the word disorder. “Disorder” meant something was wrong with me.

How taking the label out of ADHD helped me find myself

By Annie DeLuca January 31, 2024

Staring at a screen, I sit and wait for the letter X to pop up. My doctor instructed me to hit the spacebar every time I saw an X in a sequence of flashing letters. It seemed so simple — all I had to...

The headset, which Cook described as a “new kind of computer,” is a spatial computer that takes an entirely different approach to the virtual reality (VR) technology race.

Pro/Con: Apple’s Vision Pro and upcoming AR technology

By Zach Jaffe January 31, 2024

On June 5, 2023, Apple CEO Tim Cook announced the creation of the Vision Pro, the world’s first interactive augmented reality (AR) headset, at the Worldwide Developers Conference. The headset, which...

While fitness culture promotes discipline, motivation and muscular development, the extreme physical and mental damage of such a culture overshadows the positive aspects.

The hidden toxicity in “gym bro” culture

By Katelyn Leonard January 26, 2024

Hitting the gym daily, weighing oatmeal for breakfast, downing scoops of protein powder and chugging pre-workout are all pillars of the “gym bro” culture.  Young men often look up to fitness influencers...

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