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The Student News Site of Lake Central High School

Lake Central News
The Student News Site of Lake Central High School

Lake Central News
Nitya Shah

Nitya Shah, Comet Editor-in-Chief

Hello! I’m a senior and  this year’s Editor-in-Chief of our school’s newsmagazine, Comet. I hope you enjoy my work!

Hip-hop collective Brockhampton has ousted member Ameer Vann over allegations of sexual misconduct, according to a statement the group released on Twitter. From front left, Kevin Abstract and Matt Champion; from rear left, bearface, Merlyn Wood, Dom McLennon, Ameer Vann, Romil Hemnani, JOBA. (Myung J. Chun/Los Angeles Times/TNS)

To stream or not to stream?

Adriana Rodriguez, Justyce Reed, and Nitya Shah
April 22, 2021
Aneesh Poddutur (12) prepares for an AP Statistics test. Poddutur reflected on his experiences, efforts and accomplishments after being named a National Merit Scholarship Finalist along with Claire Lavoie (12).

Mastering Merit: Q&A with Aneesh Poddutur

Nitya Shah, Comet Editor-in-Chief
March 29, 2021
The poll claiming to be for the school publications is among many other posts targeting a variety of minority groups. The Instagram page, with the handle @wsuoflchs, has since been taken down after being reported for harassment. Photo illustration by Nitya Shah

WSU Instagram page sparks outrage, important discussion

Nitya Shah, Adriana Rodriguez, Justyce Reed, Hailey Prasopoulos, and Riley Knestrict
March 12, 2021
Should Trump be acquitted or convicted?

Should Trump be acquitted or convicted?

Nitya Shah, Comet Editor-in-Chief
February 22, 2021
Phoebe Bridgers performs at the Crocodile Café in Seattle, Washington in 2018. Bridgers quickly gained traction in the music industry, which was further proliferated by her Grammy-nominated album "Punisher" in 2020. Photo by David Lee from Redmond, WA, USA, CC BY-SA 2.0 , via Wikimedia Commons

Most influential songs of 2020

Nitya Shah, Comet Editor-in-Chief
January 8, 2021
Vice President-elect Kamala Harris and President-elect Joe Biden celebrate with supporters after declaring victory in the presidential election at the Chase Center in Wilmington, Delaware, on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020. (Carolyn Cole/Los Angeles Times/TNS)

Everything You Need to Know About the Biden-Harris COVID-19 Action Plan

Nitya Shah, Adriana Rodriguez, and Justyce Reed
December 7, 2020
Democratic presidential candidate former Vice President Joe Biden holds up a mask as President Donald Trump takes notes during the second and final presidential debate Thursday, Oct. 22, 2020, at Belmont University in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Morry Gash, Pool)

Biden v. Trump: Their stances on key issues during the final presidential debate

Justyce Reed and Nitya Shah
October 29, 2020
The two presidential candidates, Donald Trump (R) and Joe Biden (D), loudly interrupt one another while illustrating the menacing fate of our nation to 73 million viewers during the first presidential debate. The event took place in Cleveland, Ohio, with the two “discussing” some of our nation’s most pressing issues from two socially distant podiums.

What to take away from America’s worst presidential debate (OPINION)

Nitya Shah, Comet Editor-in-Chief
October 5, 2020
In the midst of a pandemic, Americans are simultaneously battling a political phenomenon that has the power to influence the 2020 election. Masks have become the new topic of discussion with the blue, the red and everyone in between. Illustration by Nitya Shah

Masks: From Protection to Politics

Nitya Shah and Adriana Rodriguez
August 24, 2020
Mateo Cedano (‘20) leads a protest held at the school following the death of George Floyd. The event took place on Thursday, June 16, and had approximately 300 attendees. Photo by Brian Scott

#BlackLivesMatter in the Lake Central Community

Tiffanie Richerme, Nitya Shah, and Adriana Rodriguez
July 5, 2020
This year’s EICs decided to return to the original names of the publications: Comet & Echo, marking the beginning of a new period of understanding and betterment. To the students who have been disrespected through the misrepresentation of their culture in the high school environment, this is one step closer to the full removal of Native American imagery. Illustration by: Nitya Shah

The Start of a New Era

Hailey Prasopoulos, Riley Knestrict, Nitya Shah, Adriana Rodriguez, Justyce Reed, and Jenna Giannini
June 22, 2020
The CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) recommends individuals to practice social distancing, a technique used to prevent the spread of the virus that involves physical isolation. Governor Eric J. Holcomb issued a stay-at-home order for the state of Indiana to assist in this process. Illustration by: Nitya Shah

How the Outbreak of COVID-19 Revealed the Truth Behind Students’ Mental Health

Nitya Shah, Comet Editor-in-Chief
March 30, 2020
Along with The Weeknd’s new song release came the tracklist of his upcoming album titled After Hours. The R&B pop singer’s fourth studio album--which will include the hits “Blinding Lights” and “Heartless”-- is set to drop on March 20, 2020.

After Hours by The Weeknd track review

Nitya Shah, Comet Editor-in-Chief
February 26, 2020
Eleven, released on Jan. 9, 2020, focuses around the rush of new found love and contemplating whether these feelings are mutual. Khalid emphasized, with the use of Twitter, that the song should be listened to late at night in the car, given the cover for this contemporary single.

Eleven by Khalid Review

Nitya Shah, Comet Editor-in-Chief
January 28, 2020
Physical health by the numbers

Physical health by the numbers

Nitya Shah, Comet Editor-in-Chief
October 31, 2019
Madeline Bailey (12) serves the ball against Laporte. After a couple of passes, the girls scored a point against Laporte.

A loss against LaPorte

Nitya Shah, Comet Editor-in-Chief
October 18, 2019
13 Reasons Why season three focuses around the death of Bryce Walker. The new season was released on Aug. 23, 2019.

Review: 13 Reasons Why Season 3

Nitya Shah, Comet Editor-in-Chief
September 10, 2019
Khalid’s highly-anticipated sophomore album, “Free Spirit” is on course to become the #1 album on the R&B charts, according to Billboard. Along with his album release, Khalid also announced a world tour.

Review: Free Spirit

Nitya Shah, Comet Editor-in-Chief
April 12, 2019
Penelope, portrayed by Justina Machado, converses with her immigrant widowed mother Lydia, played by Rita Moreno. One Day at a Time covers many important topics in today’s world from addiction to racism.

One Day at a Time: Review

Nitya Shah, Comet Editor-in-Chief
March 4, 2019
Deshawn Berryhill (10) waits for ball in order to score a point against Lowell. The boys won with a score of 47-32.

Shooting for a Win

Nitya Shah, Comet Editor-in-Chief
January 17, 2019
Instant Family is a movie that touches on the adoption of three children and how it changed the life of a couple. This film was directed by Sean Anders. Image source: Google

Review: Instant Family

Nitya Shah, Comet Editor-in-Chief
November 21, 2018
“The Nun” Movie Review

“The Nun” Movie Review

Nitya Shah, Comet Editor-in-Chief
October 23, 2018
The team huddles together and prepares to take on the Merrillville Pirates. This got them hyped for the match.

Capturing a Win from the Pirates

Nitya Shah, Comet Editor-in-Chief
September 20, 2018
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