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Page 4 Interview with College Council Founded by: James Owusu-Agyemang Page 5 flew over the Cuckoo‟s nest Co-editors: Andreas Avraam Giselle Quartin Page 6 AIDS Conference

Layout and Design: Vanessa Lim Adam Khan Page 8 Agony Aunt

Article writers: Zandy Adjirackor Page 10 Book reviews Maheen Choonara

Jem Conlon Tessa Fellows Page 12 Fashion Trends Amy Gastman Natalie Gomez Page 14 K-pop sensation Chantal Gyamfi Clinton Heron Page 16 Arcade Fire Luisa Krampoutsa Alex McGeever Ellen Morrison Page 17 The secret life of bees Eghosa Okoro Vishal Patel Page 18 Game Reviews Stefania Polverino

Maya Rosenwasser Paige Waymark Page 20 Games Raymond Tsang Nicole Law Before half term, 10 new members of the college council were elected. We managed to have a quick chat with two 6L students, Raymond Tsang and Zandy Adjirackor about what college council means to them and their future hopes for the college. RAYMOND TSANG What does being part of the College council mean to you? Being a member of the college council is an incredible and great responsibility to uphold. I also think that as a member of the college council, it is not just a role to make a say that will probably be vanquished but to make an actual, positive difference within the college. What role do you play in the Council? I‟m a promotions officer, in which I promote current and forthcoming activities and events Golden Oldies: in college. At the moment, we are working on Fundraising Week to raise money for Ox- “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest” fam through selling Oxfam bracelets for the Ivor Leigh School Foundation in Sierra Leone, West Africa. There is currently £20,000 raised for the school, and £10,000 more is needed Whether it‟s to spice up your psychology homework, or just pass the time one in order to refurbish the school as a whole. mundane Sunday night, you must at some point allow yourself to be anesthe- What do you hope to achieve? tised by the phenomenal “One Flew Over the Cuckoo‟s Nest”. With all 5 major It isn‟t always about work and I hope to make life at college better for both students and under its belt (Best Picture, Actor in Lead Role, Actress in teachers by creating an enjoyable and vibrant experience for us all, including events in Lead Role, Director, and Screenplay), this innovative adaptation of the original later dates that will soon be recognised during the course as a member of the college novel by Ken Kesey will be the bar on which you measure all films that dare to council.” follow it. ZANDY ADJIRACKOR For those unfortunate enough not have had the time/effort to read the book, What does being part of the college council mean to you? the film follows Randle Patrick McMurphy (Jack Nicholson): a perfectly sane It means quite a bit. I worked so hard, going through the process of writing a letter and statutory rapist, with a history of violence in Ore- speech to get to where I am. It is an opportunity that shall not and will not be taken for granted. gon State Hospital, after pleading insanity during What role do you play in the Council? his court case. There, he encounters upon a ward- I‟m currently working in the Environment department, where I raise awareness on envi- full of patients who transform McMurphy from ronmental issues such as green peace through advertising and fundraising. narrow minded criminal into a compassionate What do you hope to achieve? leader of the pack. Dealing with hard-hitting and I would like to become the voice for the college by using my fun and creative person- controversial psychological issues, this film is not ality to speak for the students. for the easily moved, but you really would be a fool not to witness the glorified Jack Nicholson at his best! London Schools’ HIV/AIDS Conference 2010 Nearly 60% of the young people in the survey thought they weren‟t at risk of TAKING AIDS SERIOUSLY getting infected after having unprotected sex and almost 14% thought the fact that they were not gay “protected” them from contracting the disease. By Chantal Adu Gyamfi More than 35% of people couldn‟t remember ever having seen an advertising campaign about HIV/AIDS. What does this say about us? What does this say What springs to your mind when you hear the term “HIV/ about our generation? Living in a world where HIV/AIDS no longer made AIDS”? Gay men? Chimpanzees? We often have a nega- headlines, our knowledge of this infectious disease is just about satisfactory. tive view towards this disease, associating with the latter But it wasn‟t an excuse to be unaware of the situation. and alongside heroin addicts, promiscuous prostitutes and poor African orphans. Young people wouldn‟t have The conference deserved more people and recognition for its programme. sprung to your mind…Neither did it to mine. Eyes needed to be open on this topic; you and I know we are not invincible when it comes to HIV. We need to acknowledge this issue. We need to raise But let‟s face it. AIDS has ceased to be a fashionable topic more awareness. We need to take AIDS seri- to talk about. So seeing a notice for a trip to a HIV/AIDS ously conference on the student bulletin didn‟t amuse me very much. But there was no harm in having the chance to expand my knowledge about an issue that is often buried underground nowadays. DIFFICULT QUESTIONS ANSWERED:

What’s the difference between HIV and Sitting in a half-full room at City of London Schools‟ For AIDS? Girls, I was with other young people who were eagerly HIV infection tends to lead to AIDS. taking notes from the conference‟s speakers‟ panel; I was HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) is a pleasantly chuffed at the outcome. The doctors domi- virus which attacks a human body's nated the panel respectfully. They included Doctor Jane immune system, passed on in the sex- Anderson, Markus Haacker and Professor Cathy Camp- ual fluids or blood of an infected person. It's the actual bug that bell. Science wasn‟t of my best interest but the facts that makes you sick. they had revealed overwhelmed me. AIDS (Acquired ImmunoDeficiency Syndrome) is the actual disease. Once

the HIV virus has killed off enough of your white blood cells and According to Dr. J Anderson, an estimated 2 million peo- eliminated the body's immune system, AIDS is the end result. ple under 15 were living with HIV in Britain in 2007 and Is there a cure? globally AIDS is the second most common cause of death There is no cure for the HIV virus. A person with HIV can stay healthy for among 20-24 year olds. She also said that a survey by the longer because of developments in medication, but the virus can‟t be Department of Health revealed that awareness of the removed from the body completely. dangers of HIV/AIDS among young people was decreas- For more information on young people and HIV, visit http://www.avert.org ing as many more young people are having unprotected sex. Got a problem you need help with? Send in your questions, we are always here to help, To [email protected]

Dear agony aunt, I managed to survive my first few months at college but I still don‟t feel like I belong, I know it hasn‟t been long and I‟m only just getting used to the whole routine of college life but there‟s just something missing. Everyone seems to have Dear agony aunt I have a crush on this boy in my French class but he has no idea cliques and they all seem so close but then there‟s me who still doesn‟t know where that I exist. I presume it‟s perfectly normal for a teenager like me to have crushes, they belong. Am I completely over analysing the situation? but here‟s the weird thing – I don‟t even know why!! Seriously, I mean the guy

doesn‟t share any of my interests and I‟ve barely had a decent conversation with Firstly I don’t think you’re over analysing anything, it’s still an early stage and to him so what am I doing with myself? My friends think I‟m dumb which is probably be quite honest I don’t think you’re the only one who’s feeling like this, there are true :/. times where you just have an instant bond with someone and at times you just How do I get close to him without him thinking I‟m a freak but close enough to have to make the effort to deepen a friendship. I understand how you feel about have numerous conversations to get to know each other. the cliques system but you just have to look past it and engage with everyone otherwise your fear will be a barrier for you and you won’t be able to talk to oth- Liking someone is always one of the worst problems for a teenager so it’s ers. Be yourself and I’m sure those bonds will begin to form. perfectly normal that you’re in this dilemma, however the fact that you like him will make it harder to acknowledge him since you will be to worried about making a mess of things, the key thing is to approach him like you Dear agony aunt, it‟s only been a few weeks but I‟m losing track of my work, I‟m feel- would as if he were one of your mates. Small talk is usually the best way to ing lazy and I‟m just so tired when I get home. I go on social networking sites for an start things off, the ice breakers will definitely help keep a conversation go- average of 3 hours per night and before I‟ve realised I forget that I have work. Now the ing but remember less is more, try and leave him with an impact, that doesn’t work has been piling on top of me and I don‟t know what to do, I have an English es- mean you end your conversation by telling him your most embarrassing mo- say and history project due next week and I find myself procrastinating. Help! ment, but try and leave him interested. As long as you’re not eager then he won’t think you’re a freak. What you’re lacking is excessive motivation, there’s no way out of work, you just It may take a few weeks for a proper friendship to start but it will be worth have to do it, if you keep procrastinating the work load will just exceed, I can see the wait. why you’re so tired but if you have a lazy mentality then you won’t get anything Good luck! done, but if you just keep thinking positively and you’re active you can complete your work quicker which means you can spend more time on your social net- working sites. Just think that by keeping on top of your work you will have more free time on weekends rather than spending Sunday night finishing any last min- ute work. Noughts and Crosses Our thoughts Malorie Blackman A truly gripping, exciting and extraordi- The Return nary tale, Noughts and Crosses follows By Victoria Hislop the lives of two star-crossed lovers who by the colour of their skin and differ- ences between families are separated. The Plot Sephy, a Cross, the daughter of Kemal Sonia Cameron is a high class young woman who Hadly who one of the most prominent decides to take up salsa lessons, not knowing this men within society, finds her life inter- will completely change the course of her entirely twined with that of Callum, a boy be- structured and regulated life. As the story pro- longing to the Noughts, a “colourless” gresses we see Sonia escape her suffocating upper and inferior section of society. Insepara- class life and her older stiff-necked husband when ble from a young age, Sephy and she goes on a dancing holiday to Granada. There Callum‟s friendship is put to the test she meets Miguel, a local cafe owner, who excites when things take a negative turn with her with glorious tales of the Ramirez family and betrayal from family members and diffi- how their lives were turned upside down by Franco culties existing in a society that revolves and his regime. and functions around deceit and lies. The Ramirez family own El Barril, the cafe which is at the heart of this story. Pablo and Concha are the hardworking parents who run the cafe with Antonio – the serious, calm, political eldest son. Ignacio the extraordinarily handsome, Known as the modern day Romeo arrogant bullfighter. Emilio the shy, withdrawn musical child and Mercedes, the daughter who loves flamenco dancing more than anything in the whole world. 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2NE1 (pronounced as „tu-aeniwonor‟ or „twenty-one‟) is a South Korean hip hop/pop formed 2009. 2NE1 consists of four members: CL, Bom, Dara, and . The group's name 2NE1 stands for "New Evolution of the 21st Century". First appearing in Name: Sandara "Lollipop", a commercial campaign with Big Bang for LG Telecom, their debut single (English name: ) "Fire" was released on May 6, 2009. Since then, they have released one extended play, Birth date: November 12, 1984 (24) 2NE1, and one studio album, “”. Four of their songs, "Fire", "I Don't Care", Position: Vocals "Follow Me," and "Go Away" have all hit number one in Korea. Height: 162cm (about 5‟4″) Here are some interesting facts about them. Do you know whose specialty is French? Blood type: A Who can play the piano, flute, and cello? Who likes to surf the internet in her spare Religion: Atheist/No religion time? Who considers “music studies” one of her hobbies? You‟ll find out here: Specialties: Acting, Filipino, English, Chinese Hobbies: Listening to music, internet Name: Park Bom Favourite colour: Pink (English Name: Bom Park/Jenny Park) Birth date: March 24, 1984 (25) Position: Main vocals Height: 165 cm (about 5‟5″) Name: Gong Min Ji Blood type: AB (English name: Kong Min Ji) Religion: Christian Birth date: January 18, 1994 (15) Specialties: English, Japanese, piano, flute, cello Hobbies: Listening to music Position: Rapper, vocals Favourite colours: Green, pink, red Height: 161cm (about 5‟3″) Blood type: O Religion: Christian Name: Lee Chae Rin (CL) Specialties: Chinese, Japanese (English name: Chae Lee/Faith Lee) Hobbies: Listening to music, lyr- Birth date: February 26, 1991 (18) ics, music studies Position: Leader, rapper, vocals Favourite colour: Pink Height: 162cm (about 5‟4″) Blood type: A Religion: Catholic If you are interested in 2ne1, get on the net and listen to their songs! Specialties: French, English, Japanese Hobbies: Lyrics Favourite colours: Black and white Arcade Fire

Arcade Fire are an indie rock band based in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, and fronted by the husband and wife duo of Win Butler and Régine Chassagne. The Secret Life of Bees Members of the band play a wide variety of instruments, including guitar, drums, bass, piano, violin, viola, cello, double bass, xylophone, glockenspiel, Cast: keyboard, French horn, accordion, harp, mandolin and hurdy-gurdy. -Lily Owen - August Boatwright They have released three albums so far: „Funeral‟ 2004, „Neon Bible‟ 2007, Jennifer Hudson- Rosaleen Daise and „The Suburbs‟ 2010, all -June Boatwright of them having received high Sophie Okenedo-May Boatwright critical acclaim. Tristan Wilds- Zachary Taylor

This heart-wrenching story, set in southern Carolina - 1964, is able to warm even the coldest and most cynical of hearts. Based on the plight of 14-year- old Lily Owen (Dakota Fanning) the movie explores how a young teenage girl is still trying to cope with the death of her mother, years after it has happened, and how even in a time of racial segregation people are able to overcome barriers and form their own ideals.

This movie contains a star studded cast, boasting names such as: Grammy award winning Alicia keys and Jennifer Hudson, as well as new and upcom- ing young actors such as Tristan Wilds. This movie is bound to make you cry, smile, scream and laugh. The ex- The band headlined the Reading and Leeds Festivals quisite performance of home grown 2010 on the Friday and Saturday nights respectively, Sophie Okenedo complimented by with both of their gigs being praised by critics na- the strong depiction of June Boat- tionwide. wright (Queen Latifah) is second to

none. The strong rapport between the Their best tracks include „Ready to Start‟, „Keep the main actors is amazing and adds to Car Running‟, „Rebellion (Lies)‟ and the euphoric the movies timelessness. This is defi- „Wake Up‟. nitely a must see for all!

Arcade Fire are touring the UK this winter and I am lucky enough to be going to their show at the O2 Arena in London on Wednesday 1st December 2010. It should be a truly amazing night.

Written by Alex Mcgeever Naruto Shippuden Ultimate Ninja Storm 2 Story Score: 9/10 The story follows the Shippuden series of Naruto. Naruto returns home after a 2.5 year hiatus of November Video Game Releases training in order to reunite with his old friends and teachers, take on new missions and some new enemies, learn to deal with reality, and train even harder. Call of Duty: Black Ops With the highly anticipated Call of Duty: Black Ops released, we can now immerse ourselves You'll be hard pressed to find any anime/manga-based game that captures the look and feel as in the follow-up to last year's most prominent FPS - Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2. well as Ninja Storm 2. CC2 (the developers) were evidently eager to reach new heights with this new game and certainly were close to succeeding. The pre-mid-ending cut scenes for every major This time the campaign focuses on a series of black operations (secret CIA missions) boss battle are near perfect counterparts to the anime series (often times exceeding the anime throughout the '60s in various locations such as Havana in 1961, the battle of Khe Sanh in presentation). You'll have a blast from beginning to end and you'll cling to every word, feel every early 1968, Kowloon and Mount Yamantau, before culminating in the frame narrative's set- emotion, and laugh and smile along with the characters. As a fan of Naruto, you'll probably al- ting: an interrogation room in late 1968. ready know the story, but for it to be re-told with such conviction is more than any fan could ask for. We can rest assured that the latest edition of CoD is as good, if not better than last years, as Graphics CoD : Black Ops has already captured the top two spots in the bestseller list of PC and Video Score: 8/10 Games for November at Amazon, less than 24 hours after it was launched. Black ops has se- Whilst the game is pre-rendered flawlessly, the real-time animations can be rough around the cured an average rating of 90%, aggregated from various video game websites. edges. There are faults in the appearances of the characters, as they appear noticeably blurry throughout. Does it break the illusion though? Not at all. Although animation is done to that of a Call of Duty: Black Ops is available on most platforms - Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 3, high standard, the cell-shaded look can feel outdated in comparison to other games such as DBZ: Xbox 360, Wii and Nintendo DS. Budokai and Tenkaichi Series, Tales of Vesperia, and Spiderman: Shattered Dimensions, to name a few. However, the vibrant colours used makes up for the lack of clarity within the video Xbox 360 Kinect game. Gameplay This month also sees the release of "Kinect" for the Xbox 360, Microsoft's peripheral for con- Score: 9/10 troller-free gaming. The camera-esque device simultaneously tracks up to six people, includ- now if you're a fan of the Ultimate Ninja Series you'll know what you're getting into. Although at ing two active players for motion analysis. first glance game play may seem shallow, there's a lot of depth to the games if you are willing to dive deep enough to find it. Within most games of combat many characters are on a 2D plane, Microsoft are directly targeting the Nintendo Wii's casual gamer audience, offering both mo- and whilst they may each use different button inputs to battle, the 2D plane always stays the tion controls and unlike the Wii, HD graphics. Critics such as Sony have attacked the Kinect same. Not the case here in Storm 2. The battles are fought on a 3D plane enabling you to back for its lack of controls, going as far as to launch its website Yaybuttons.com to mock the Ki- away and reassess your strategy. In addition to this, every character can be classified as either nect by outlining why buttons are so important – “You couldn't snipe...Unless you turn your close, mid, or long-range combatants. Some may even share two of these traits enhancing game- fingers into a gun". Although Sony may be attacking Kinect to promote their motion control- play. Not to mention that the combo system is one that can be easily argued to be that of great ler "Playstation Move", they do make a valid point, Kinect doesn't have any actual controls, depth only increasing the credibility this game already strongly holds. this restrict the player to mostly sports, dancing or fitness games. Overall Score: 8/10 Whilst it does have its faullts, Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 2 is a great entry in the Kinect retails for £129.99 If you're interested in launch titles such as "Dance Central", long running series. Boasting the best story mode to date, online battles, and vast amount of char- "DanceMasters", "EA Sports Active 2", "Kinect Sports", "MotionSports" and yes even more acters, no Naruto fan should be without this title in their library. sports – "Deca Sports Freedom". The Answers