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A canva graphic, showcasing Kendrick Lamar's Halftime performance outfit, with the words "Not Like us," representing his song.

Kendrick Lamar’s Victory: A Win for Hip-Hop

Egla Zeleke, Staff Reporter
February 28, 2025

Just two days into Black History Month, on Feb. 02, Kendrick Lamar won five Grammys for his explosive track, “Not Like Us.” A week later, Lamar delivered a halftime show that garnered over 133.5 million...

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Freshman Zainab Kashif stresses over biology homework. "I feel like the emphasis on being perfect has a significant impact on student’s mental health when it comes to academic studies or even extracurriculars."

Drowning in deadines

Abigail Kromis, Staff Reporter
February 13, 2025

“Do it all—and do it without fault.” For many students, the pressure to excel in academics has turned into a relentless juggling act. With eight classes—many of them AP—there is little time...

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A Canva graphic, featuring winter boots surrounded by "#performativeactivism" and #politicalresistance." The visual represents the dual perceptions of online activism—both as a tool for awareness and as a symbol of performative engagement.

The power and pitfalls of “cute winter boots”

Tolu Oyesanya, Staff Reporter
January 31, 2025

“Go buy cute winter boots to protect you from ice!” At first glance, the phrase seems like a mundane call to bundle up for the winter. But on TikTok, it means something else entirely. “Cute winter...

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A graphic illustrates Luigi Mangione set against a backdrop of money and health insurance card symbols, representing the systemic issues within the U.S. healthcare system.

Murder or martyrdom?

Tolu Oyesanya, Staff Reporter
December 20, 2024

On December 4, 26-year-old Luigi Mangione allegedly shot and killed UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson outside a Manhattan hotel. Mangione now faces federal charges including first-degree murder, which...

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The reading crisis in Generation Alpha

The reading crisis in Generation Alpha

Andrea Albors-Morales, Reporter
December 20, 2024

As Generation Alpha continues to grow and integrate into educational systems worldwide, an alarming trend is emerging: a noticeable decline in kid’s reading abilities. Despite unprecedented access to...

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Holiday movies are a great way to have fun during this Christmas season.

Top 10 holiday movies

Zachary Hamilton, Reporter
December 19, 2024

One of the greatest traditions during the holiday season is watching movies with family and friends. This time of year is the perfect time to enjoy heartwarming films that capture the spirit of Christmas....

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Graphic by Sushanth Pasumarthi

Quality over quantity: rethinking the AP class race

Sushanth Pasumarthi, Staff Reporter
December 19, 2024

  It’s 3 a.m. Your desk is full of notes and textbooks. You’ve hardly slept all week, trying to balance six Advanced Placement (AP) classes, hours of homework, and a test tomorrow that you’re...

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The cost of conformity

The cost of conformity

Abigail Kromis, Reporter
December 19, 2024

In the world of social media, fashion trends move faster than a roller coaster plummeting down. The phenomenon of “microtrends”—short-lived trends that gain popularity quickly through platforms like...

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The reality of choosing community college

The reality of choosing community college

Tatianna Nelson, Staff Reporter
December 18, 2024

For high school upperclassmen, the big question is “What are your plans after high school?” While many expect the answer to be a prestigious university, community college offers compelling benefits...

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Studying is essential to academic success. “There’s a direct correlation between taking notes and remembering things,” SAT Prep teacher Joanne Booe said. “I think it’s really important for students to take notes as they’re reading or as they’re listening in class or as they’re studying material just because it will help them remember the material better.”

Here’s how to study the right way

Zachary Hamilton, Reporter
December 15, 2024

Studying is one of the most crucial aspects of academic success, as it helps students retain material for exams and assignments. However, many students are not studying effectively. Proper study habits...

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Realism and abstract pieces from AP art classes.

Opinion: Realism isn’t better than abstract art—here’s why

Anjana Saravanan, Staff Reporter
December 13, 2024

As contempt for modern art grows, the internet is quick to dismiss abstract art as laughable and “unreal.” More often than not— especially in the eyes of non-artists—realism is considered the epitome...

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The myth of Black Friday deals

The myth of Black Friday deals

Egla Zeleke, Staff Reporter
December 12, 2024

It’s four a.m. The world is dark, but store windows light up the streets with promises of massive discounts. Crowds press against the doors, breath fogging up the glass, eyes widening with excitement...

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