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Devils' Advocate
The news site of Hinsdale Central High School

Devils' Advocate
Clara Pappas

Clara Pappas, Editor-in-Chief

Clara Pappas, senior, is excited to return to Devils’ Advocate as Editor-in-Chief this year. At school, she is a member of Radio Club and Link Crew. She enjoys watching the White Sox, listening to music and going to concerts with her friends. Her favorite music artists are Mitski and Johnny Cash. You can find her at [email protected].

All content by Clara Pappas
The Met Gala carpet was green and white.

[Photo] Celebrities dress in their best for the 2024 Met Gala

Lara Sankari, Clara Pappas, Editor-in-Chief, and Anjika Kumar, Editor-in-Chief
May 10, 2024
"WE DON'T TRUST YOU" is available for streaming on Spotify.

[Photo] Metro Boomin and Future release “WE DON’T TRUST YOU”

Tobi Oranu, Clara Pappas, Editor-in-Chief, and Anjika Kumar, Editor-in-Chief
April 15, 2024
On "Bring Your Fire," Robert Russo, social studies teacher, discusses his time teaching, his music career and much more.

[Photo] “Bring Your Fire” Ep. 1: Mr. Russo

Jack Copeland, Sam Wheeler, Clara Pappas, Editor-in-Chief, and Anjika Kumar, Editor-in-Chief
March 15, 2024
Rooted & Radical website showcasing the festival dates.

[Photo] Poetry Club returns to Rooted & Radical Youth Poetry Festival

Zahra Ghadeer, Contributor
February 16, 2024
Greta Gerwig’s “Barbie” stars Rhea Perlman (left) as Ruth Handler and Margot Robbie (right) as Barbie, and the film is nominated for eight Oscar awards in the 2024 season.

[Photo] The Oscars’ top contenders for the 2024 season

Clara Pappas, Editor-in-Chief
January 24, 2024
The playlist is available to stream on Spotify.

[Photo] A winter playlist to alleviate finals stress

Kaan Turkyilmaz, Clara Pappas, Editor-in-Chief, and Anjika Kumar, Editor-in-Chief
December 18, 2023
"Mutually Assured Destruction" took place on Oct. 12-14 in Central's auditorium.

[Photo] Drama Club presents “Mutually Assured Destruction”

Tobi Oranu, Clara Pappas, Editor-in-Chief, and Anjika Kumar, Editor-in-Chief
October 14, 2023
"Larger Than Life" has 14 tracks and is 36 minutes and 20 seconds long.

[Photo] Brent Faiyaz releases “Larger Than Life”

Lara Sankari, Clara Pappas, Editor-in-Chief, and Anjika Kumar, Editor-in-Chief
November 8, 2023
Students wait in line for the taco truck during fifth period lunch.

[Photo] Central celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

Sadiyah Alam, Clara Pappas, Editor-in-Chief, and Anjika Kumar, Editor-in-Chief
October 2, 2023
The week prior to Homecoming, students could get airbrushed tattoos during their lunch period.

[Photo] Students enjoy Homecoming festivities

Finley Bisch, Clara Pappas, Editor-in-Chief, and Anjika Kumar, Editor-in-Chief
September 28, 2023
On Friday, Aug. 25, Hinsdale Central’s varsity football team lost to Naperville Central 14-10.

Hinsdale Central falls to Naperville Central 14-10

Clara Pappas, Editor-in-Chief
August 27, 2023
On Friday Aug. 25, the senior class wore togas at school and at the first football game of the season to show off their spirit for the team.

Seniors celebrate Toga Day

Clara Pappas, Editor-in-Chief
August 27, 2023
Released on Friday, May 26, “The Little Mermaid” depicts the story of Ariel in her attempt to leave the ocean and become human.

“The Little Mermaid” uses modern storytelling to tell the classic tale

Clara Pappas, Lily Ging, Editor-In-Chief, and Simrah Qasim, Editor-In-Chief
May 31, 2023
Ethan Torchio, drummer of the Italian rock band Måneskin, performing at Lollapalooza in 2022.

The best Chicago concerts to celebrate the summer

Clara Pappas, Lily Ging, Editor-In-Chief, and Simrah Qasim, Editor-In-Chief
May 20, 2023
The AP Art Show is from April 24 to May 12 in the Grant Street Gallery and the C Gallery in room 216.

AP Art students display their artwork in the AP Art Show

Clara Pappas, Lily Ging, Editor-In-Chief, and Simrah Qasim, Editor-In-Chief
May 6, 2023
Originally released on Dec. 7, 2021, “Abbott Elementary” depicts the story of Janine Teagues during her first years of teaching second grade at Abbott Elementary.

“Abbott Elementary” brings new ideas to the classic sitcom format

Clara Pappas, Lily Ging, Editor-In-Chief, and Simrah Qasim, Editor-In-Chief
April 25, 2023
Released on Wednesday, April 5, “The Super Mario Bros. Movie” depicts the Mario brothers in their adventure in the video game world.

The Super Mario Bros. Movie builds new storylines for the classic tale

Clara Pappas, Lily Ging, Editor-In-Chief, and Simrah Qasim, Editor-In-Chief
April 18, 2023
“Did You Know There’s a Tunnel Under Ocean Blvd” was released on March 24 at midnight local time on all platforms.

Lana Del Rey releases “Did You Know There’s a Tunnel Under Ocean Blvd”

Clara Pappas, Lily Ging, Editor-in-Chief, and Simrah Qasim, Editor-In-Chief
April 6, 2023
These shows are ideal to binge watch over spring break when you’re traveling on the plane or relaxing at home.

The best shows to binge watch over spring break

Clara Pappas, Lily Ging, Editor-In-Chief, and Simrah Qasim, Editor-In-Chief
March 21, 2023
(Left to right) Ethan Hallberg, Gio Carlini, Logan Melia and Owen Hallberg performing at their “2010’s Night” on Friday, March 10.

Central’s resident punk band: Down the Hall

Clara Pappas, Lily Ging, Editor-In-Chief, and Simrah Qasim, Editor-In-Chief
March 16, 2023
Walks in the park are the perfect setting to listen to this playlist.

A spring playlist to start Aries season

Clara Pappas, Lily Ging, Editor-in-Chief, and Simrah Qasim, Editor-In-Chief
March 3, 2023
Released on Friday, Feb. 17, “Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania” depicts the story of Ant-Man and the Wasp in their attempt to free the Quantum Realm from Kang the Conqueror.

“Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania” fails to meet expectations

Clara Pappas, Lily Ging, Editor-in-Chief, and Simrah Qasim, Editor-In-Chief
February 21, 2023
Released on Friday, Feb. 3, “Knock at the Cabin” depicts a family of three in their attempt to escape four doomsday believers while on vacation.

“Knock at the Cabin” uses biblical themes to tell a story of great grief and sacrifice

Clara Pappas, Lily Ging, Editor-In-Chief, and Simrah Qasim, Editor-In-Chief
February 12, 2023
The Oscar awards will be held on Sunday, March 12 at 7 p.m.

The Academy releases Oscar nominations

Clara Pappas, Lily Ging, Editor-in-Chief, and Simrah Qasim, Editor-In-Chief
January 26, 2023
Released on Friday, Dec. 9, “The Whale” depicts the story of Charlie in his attempt to reconnect with his daughter in the final days of his life.

“The Whale” needs to tell one story, not attempt a myriad of them

Clara Pappas, Lily Ging, Editor-in-Chief, and Simrah Qasim, Editor-In-Chief
January 10, 2023
Graham Wierzbicki, sophomore, recreating a scene from Home Alone where Kevin McCallister uses his dad’s aftershave.

‘Tis the season for these holiday classics

Clara Pappas, Lily Ging, Editor-in-Chief, and Simrah Qasim, Editor-in-Chief
December 15, 2022
Released on Friday, Nov. 18, “She Said” depicts Jodi Kantor and Megan Twohey’s story exposing the abuse Harvey Weinstein inflicted upon women in the film industry.

“She Said” reestablishes focus on survivors of abuse and the prevention of its occurence

Clara Pappas, Lily Ging, Editor-In-Chief, and Simrah Qasim, Editor-In-Chief
December 4, 2022
Various voting locations in DuPage County open to voters from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Nov. 8.

Illinois voters decide Midterm election

Clara Pappas, Lily Ging, Editor-in-Chief, and Simrah Qasim, Editor-In-Chief
November 17, 2022
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame red carpet live streaming on their Youtube channel.

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inducts music icons

Clara Pappas, Lily Ging, Editor-in-Chief, and Simrah Qasim, Editor-In-Chief
November 9, 2022
On Wednesday, Oct. 26, the South Asian Students Union hosted a Diwali celebration in the student commons during lunch periods.

South Asian Students Union helps Central celebrate Diwali

Clara Pappas, Lily Ging, Editor-In-Chief, and Simrah Qasim, Editor-In Chief
October 28, 2022
Pumpkin carving nights with friends are ideal for this playlist.

A fall playlist to start Scorpio season

Clara Pappas, Lily Ging, Editor-in-Chief, and Simrah Qasim, Editor-In-Chief
October 24, 2022
The poster detailing the headliners for both the London and Los Angeles tribute concerts.

How the Taylor Hawkins tribute concerts memorialize the rock legend

Clara Pappas, Lily Ging, Editor-in-Chief, and Simrah Qasim, Editor-in-Chief
October 7, 2022
Billie Eilish’s second studio album “Happier Than Ever”, featuring her favored to win and four time Grammy nominated record “Happier Than Ever”, named after the album itself.

The 2022 Grammy Record of the Year category is a mess, again

Clara Pappas
December 9, 2021
Sophomores Laure Michel and Helena Tragas study before school for the PSAT, using the College Board website.

PSAT Pandemonium

Clara Pappas, Contributor
October 11, 2021
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