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The Viper Vibe Felix Varela Senior High School Miami, FL

Issue Date: Friday, February 20, 2009 Issue: Vol. 8, Issue 4 Last Update: Saturday, February 21, 2009

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‘American Idol’ returns bigger and better

Saturday, February 21, 2009 By: Jonathan Reyes

Ever since contestants received the first “golden tickets” to Hollywood, American Idol has been one of television’s top rated shows.
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Making the case for Mixed Martial Arts

Friday, February 20, 2009 By: Samuel Lopez/Section Editor/review

Since 1996, the sport known as mixed martial arts has exploded onto the scene and into American consciousness.
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Regional winners go for third state title

Friday, February 20, 2009 By: Samuel Lopez/Section Editor

The boys soccer team has headed to their third straight State Championship tournament. Their record was an average 15-6-3. Yet this team was far from average.
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Boys shine on the court with record breaking wins

Friday, February 20, 2009 By: Maite Gonzalez/Staff Reporter

The season for the Boy’s Basketball team at Varela began in November with excitement and anticipation of all the possible upcoming wins.
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Varela has a new “Spin” on sports

Friday, February 20, 2009 By: Natalie Diaz/Staff Reporter

As we start off a new year, Mr. Andy Chiles prepares to leave Felix Varela as he transfers to a new school in Orlando. At Lake Nona High School he will start an athletic department from scratch the sa
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Girls fight for districts

Friday, February 20, 2009 By: Amilynn Soto/Graphics Editor

The girls in our school soccer team are known for their determination and hard work ethic.
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Organization makes the world laugh with “No Pants!”

Friday, February 20, 2009 By: Sthephany Delgado/Section Editor

If you’ve been in New York City during their brutal winter seasons and have experienced the meat refrigeration cart-like subways and think that’s a bit too chilly, can you imagine riding it while not
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Students can cash in on good grades

Friday, February 20, 2009 By: Thalia Armijo/Staff Reporter

Imagine a company that offers to pay students for their good performance in school. A company that would give students rewards for every A in their chosen subject area. Imagine no more, reality is her
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Amazon re-Kindles the pleasure of reading books

Friday, February 20, 2009 By: Melissa Caceres/Editor-in-Chief/review

Three weeks ago, I learned what an e-book was. It seemed that what was making me rethink my knowledge on the blog-conquered internet and every product that begins its name with a lower case “i”, was
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Palm enters the realm of the iPhone through Pre

Friday, February 20, 2009 By: Thalia Armijo/Staff Reporter

A new era of technology has arrived with many innovative gadgets for everyone. The year 2009, will bring new gadgets such as Smartphone’s that will be competitive among gadget geeks.
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TV

‘American Idol’ returns bigger and better

Saturday, February 21, 2009 By Jonathan Reyes

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Ever since contestants received the first “golden tickets” to Hollywood, American Idol has been one of television’s top rated shows.

‘13 Reasons’ looks at teen suicide and its causes

Friday, February 20, 2009 By Maite Gonzalez/Section Editor/review

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‘Thirteen Reasons Why’ a novel written by Jay Asher, is addicting and daring.

The catchy Dozies bring Beatles sound to another level

Friday, February 20, 2009 By Daniel Fernandez/Staff Reporter/review

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With their catchy harmonies and clever musical pieces, an infamous 60’s band sold big around the world and rocked the charts of Europe and Australia.

Viper Beat

Friday, February 20, 2009 By Alexis Camarena/Section Editor/reviews

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Alexis reviews new music by Hoobastank and Fall Out Boy.

From the Vault

Friday, February 20, 2009 By Oriana Chacon/Staff Reporter/review

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Starring the iconic Barbra Streisand and Walter Matthau, ‘Hello, Dolly!’ is a musical made in the 1960’s, taking place in the 1890’s.

Cornelia Funke brings books to life with ‘Inkheart’

Friday, February 20, 2009 By Joseph Cardenas/guest writer/review

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Ever hear of the phrase “reading brings the book to life?” In ‘Inkheart,’ a book by Cornelia Funke and made into a major motion picture for 2009, this phrase becomes reality.

‘Slumdog’ brings Bollywood to America

Friday, February 20, 2009 By Julian Bravo/Staff Reporter/review

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Destiny is a difficult concept to chew, at least for most American teenagers, swallowed in individuality and an emphasis, an obsession with controlling what happens to our lives.