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Trumpinocchio

Trumpinocchio

Venice Jingco, A&E Editor
October 8, 2024
Like the classic tale of Pinocchio trapped by the whale—former President Donald Trump was fact-checked multiple times during his debate with Vice President Kamala Harris. At certain points, Harris effectively targeted Trump with jabs at his rallies, distracting him from answering.
The divide between opportunity and affordability grows wider within today’s academic landscape.

You’re Not Behind, You’re Just Poor

Adrienne Vera-Perez, Assistant Editor-in-Chief
September 30, 2024
The academic playing field has become increasingly uneven, spotlighting the widening class divide that separates high schoolers.
Arts lecturer Dr. Rachael Gunn, ‘Raygun’, competed at the 2024 Paris Olympics in breakdancing, managing to not earn a single point across the three rounds of the event.

Breakdancing does not need Raygun

Philipos Alebachew, Editor in Chief
September 13, 2024
Australia’s Olympic performance was an embarrassment to the sport of breakdancing and not something the debut event needed.
What CAN I eat?

What CAN I eat?

Shayna Migalang, Opinion Editor
September 12, 2024
The spread of over exaggerated, non-verified nutrition facts on the internet has led people to become too anxious to eat.
Campaign Financing

Campaign Financing

Ethan Bull, Opinion Editor
May 31, 2024
Charging forward with yet another business venture, former President Donald Trump has publicly launched Trump Media & Technology Group under the stock ticker DJT.
The series’ addicting colors and lessons have kept viewers watching for over fourteen years, and it doesn’t seem to have any decline coming soon. Photo Credit: Hasbro Studios

‘My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic’ was Peak Children’s Television

Gray Barranco and Arcade Encarnacion
May 9, 2024
There are very few shows out there that make an effort to teach its viewers lifelong lessons in the way this show does.
While some claim that America is being turned into a “gerontocracy,” or rule by the old, fewer can explain why this is an inherently negative development for our country.

Yes, Ageism is Still Discrimination

Ethan Bull, Opinion Editor
April 24, 2024
Though the country is slated to have the two oldest presidential candidates in history running for office, our political contempt does not justify generalizations about the elderly.
Strict age policies put forth by large companies make gaining work experience difficult for those under 18.

Businesses Should Be More Willing To Accommodate Teen Workers

Ava Torres, Staff Writer
April 19, 2024
Working as a teen provides necessary life skills
Looks That Could Kill

Looks That Could Kill

Venice Jingco, Staff writer
April 9, 2024
Resurfacing on TikTok under the guise of beauty hacks, Looksmaxxing claims improve complexion and figure through brutal methods of beautifying. These range from using chewing gum to define the jawline, to forcefully reconstructing the facial structure with a hammer.
©Public Domain 1 ©Public Domain 2 Everyone should be able to enjoy art, but we shouldn't forget the reprehensible things its creators do.

You cannot completely separate art from the artist

Philipos Alebachew, Staff Writer
March 30, 2024
A piece of art is forever attached to whoever made it, and although it can be enjoyed no matter the creator, it is important to acknowledge who they are and the terrible things they’ve done instead of ignoring or defending them.
Saudi Arabia has recently spent billions of dollars investing in a wide variety of sports.

Do Saudi Arabia’s Sports Investments Have Substance?

Ethan Bull, Opinion Editor
March 21, 2024
Though Saudi Arabia’s massive athletic investments may seem strange, they are actually a well-reasoned addition to the national economy.
META MIND CONTROL

META MIND CONTROL

Arcade Encarnacion, Editorial Cartoonist
March 7, 2024
Meta is often blamed for poor parenting.
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