Shreeya Chalikonda

‘Pete Davidson: Alive From New York’

April 10, 2020April 9, 2020Shreeya Chalikonda

“Pete Davidson: Alive From New York” became available to stream on Netflix on Feb. 25. Neflix describes it as a “candid and intimate stand-up special,” and I can say that it is exactly that, except a lot more intimate. Pete Davidson’s life is not normal, to say the least. He was personally affected by 9/11 […]

Flora is Fantastic

March 6, 2020March 5, 2020Shreeya Chalikonda

Hidden in the corner of the parking garage in West Hartford Center is a small vegan restaurant — Flora. It is located directly across from the Whole Foods parking lot and would probably be missed upon first glance. Flora is a vegan restaurant that focuses on a healthy and balanced diet. Even if you are […]

Raving About Ramen

February 8, 2020Shreeya Chalikonda

Kaliubon Ramen is a new restaurant in the center located at 54 Memorial Rd, West Hartford, CT 06107. It opened on Jan 22, 2020 and in only its first week has heard a lot of buzz around the KO community. I went the first day it opened, so here are my thoughts. Even before we […]

YOU’re going to want to watch this

February 8, 2020February 8, 2020Shreeya Chalikonda

The show “YOU” made it’s return to Netflix with its second season released on Dec 26, 2019. After over a year since the first installment, the show’s creators had to up the suspense and creepiness. I have three words that describe the whole season: plot twist central. If you thought the first season was messed […]

Playa Bowls serves up delicious drinks, bowls

December 14, 2019December 14, 2019Shreeya Chalikonda

Looking for a new place to eat in the Center? Well lucky for you, Playa Bowls just opened up! Playa Bowls is a new acai bowl place located where Potbelly previously stood. Just a short walk from KO, I’m sure that Playa Bowls is going to be a huge favorite among students. When you walk […]

Taylor Swift feud sparks controversy

December 14, 2019Shreeya Chalikonda

The feud that’s been brewing for over a year now has taken quite a few twists and turns over the past couple of months. Taylor Swift, Scooter Braun, and Scott Borchetta have been at odds for a while now, but recently, things have heated up yet again. We all know Taylor Swift: seven studio album […]

“Doctor Sleep” doesn’t make you sleep

December 13, 2019December 13, 2019Shreeya Chalikonda

While “The Shining” is a classic horror film, “Doctor Sleep,” its sequel, is a modern twist on 80s horror. At first, it’s a little confusing and detached from the hotel horrors, but by the end, it circles back and is a fulfilling end to Danny’s story. If you haven’t seen the 1980s film “The Shining,” […]

‘AHS: 1984’ rivals ‘Murder House’

November 15, 2019November 14, 2019Shreeya Chalikonda

“American Horror Story” is a television series where each season of the show has its own plotline, with a different set of characters and a new setting. Some plots are fictional, but most are loosely based on historical or current events. Many of the actors appear in more than one season, but they always play […]

Coffee hits the SPoT

November 15, 2019November 14, 2019Shreeya Chalikonda

Just a short walk from KO, SPoT Coffee, is located in Blue Back Square and in my opinion, should be much more popular among students. Whether you want a coffee before school, a quick snack before your game, or even just a place to study, SPoT should be your go-to. I usually go before or […]

Netflix Original, ‘Tall Girl’ falls short

October 25, 2019October 24, 2019Shreeya Chalikonda

The recent release of “Tall Girl” a Netflix original, has brought nothing but controversy and became a huge internet meme within days. Released on Sept. 13, 2019, the movie revolves around the life of a 16-year-old girl, Jodi, who is 6’2” and wears size 13 Nikes. MEN’S size 13 Nikes. Jodi has been unusually tall […]