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 In recent weeks, President Donald J Trump has broken records for executive issues ordered.  So far, he has broken the record for most orders issued within the first day and week in office, previously held by former President Joe Biden. “I think Trump is doing as much as he plans to do,” sophomore Christian Reyes said. “I think America has always been a country with flaws, and whether or not the executive order addresses them is another discussion, but sometimes more isn’t better. You really need quality legislation passed through channels that will really take effect for years and years, which would be Congress, and not just executive orders which might go away after four years with the new president.”

Significant Signatures: President Trump’s Executive Orders

Ava Torres, Feature Editor
March 26, 2025
A look at President Donald Trump’s eventful return to office and changes enacted within the first months of his second term.
A touching narrative of the harmony between technology and nature. Rating: A Photo Credit: Dreamworks Animation

‘The Wild Robot’ Will Tug At Your Heartstrings

Venice Jingco, A&E Editor
October 29, 2024
‘The Wild Robot’ is a children’s classic turned cinematic masterpiece.
Yuki Tsunoda (#21/Visa Cash App RB) slides backwards through turn 1 after a collision with Alex Albon (#23/Williams Racing) at the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez during the 2024 Gran Premio de la Ciudad de México. Photo Credit: Red Bull Content Pool

Last Week In Sports: 10/21-10/28

Nino Galloway, Sports Writer
October 29, 2024
The last week in sports has not disappointed us fans. Let’s take a look back at what has happened throughout the week.
PODCAST: Brainrot

PODCAST: Brainrot

Nino Galloway and Roxanne Knight-Rosenau
September 30, 2024
Learn more about Brainrot and its various forms.
Infographic: Five Fashion Ins of 2024

Infographic: Five Fashion Ins of 2024

Violet Moreno, Staff Writer
February 5, 2024
Fashion changes every year from this year's color to what's "In or Out".
 “The Talos Principle II” is a massive puzzle game that takes place 1000 years after the saga’s first entry. 
Rating: A-Photo Credit: Croteam

Uncover the Secrets of a Futuristic World in ‘The Talos Principle II’

Philipos Alebachew, Staff Writer
February 2, 2024

One thousand years ago, a new kind of humanity emerged, becoming the new caretakers of the Earth. They were created by The Founder, a god-like being revered by the new race. The Founder also founded New...

Helping create decorations for the Meteorology Association’s Winter Fest booth, junior Brian Price prepares popsicle sticks to add to his club’s banner. Over the last couple of months, BSU has been in close contact with club leaders to help organize their activities for the event. “I’m really excited for Winter Fest, it’s gonna be super awesome with all the fun activities that are going to be going on,” Price said. “It’s gonna be really cool getting to talk with all the other student-run clubs that are gonna be at the event, and I want to hear how other clubs are going to be growing.”

BSU, STUCO set to host rescheduled Winter Fest

Adrienne Vera-Perez, Staff Writer
January 4, 2024
The event will take place on Friday, January 5 from PM.
Photo Credit: Arcade Encarnacion

The Maze of Mental Disorders

Tishie Nyitray, Editor in Chief
April 17, 2023

Conclusion

Tishie Nyitray
December 15, 2022

Legally, people may be considered an “adult” on their eighteenth birthday, however, it takes more than that to actually be one. At any age, people can act like children, and at any age, people can...

Was Growing up a Choice?

Ashley Harris
December 15, 2022

Editorial Warning: Mature Content Many times people are forced to “grow up,” embracing a mature and distinct perspective on their experiences. It may stem from a singular traumatic experience, or...

Independence- learned or experienced?

Ayma Malik and Kathryn Peterson
December 15, 2022

Cooking, doing your own laundry, and handling finances – all basic life skills necessary for living on your own. As these skills are not commonly taught in class students must learn at home by themselves....

Maturity Knows no Age

Hannah Paine and Lily Gurdison
December 15, 2022

High school is a turning point for young adults when it comes to maturity. Spending four years learning how to become an “adult” results in varying levels of sophistication. While some embrace the...