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Stationed in a breezy white cottage off the coast in La Jolla, Blue Whale Cafe is the perfect place for locals and tourists to get a taste of sunny California.  The cafe adapted boho-surfer aesthetic for their West Coast visitors when they opened in Oct. 2023. Photo courtesy of La Jolla.

Restaurant Review: Blue Whale

Elsa Goodman and Ellie Koff March 28, 2025

TikTok’s new favorite cafe in San Diego is nestled in the heart of La Jolla. Blue Whale feels like a comforting escape — outside our bubble but still close to home, this cafe is perfect for those seeking...

Tescia Konkol (11), a dancer of 12 years, is awarded March Artist of the Month. Konkol has been on the school's varsity hip hop team since her freshman year, and joined the varsity contemporary team this year. Photo courtesy of TP ASB.

Artist of the Month: Tescia Konkol

Jessie Chen, Staff Writer March 28, 2025

At the age of 5, Tescia Konkol (11) first entered the dance studio after her parents enrolled her in dance classes to expose her to more social opportunities; not knowing that it would spark a passion...

A niche subcategory within the horror genre falls within holiday horror films. By mixing themes of fear and celebration, the classification of this genre first emerged in the late 20th century. Photo courtesy of Shudder.

‘Tis the season to be frightful

Liv Weaver, Asst. Editor-in-Chief, Workflow March 28, 2025

[SPOILERS AHEAD!] From slashers to paranormal activity to psychological thrillers, horror is perhaps one of the most artistically fluid cinematic genres to land on the big screen. Without a need to...

Musical theater is a prominent example of actors that are required to be multi-talented in singing, dancing and acting. From Feb. 20-March 1, TPPlayers performed the musical, 'The Prom.' Photo courtesy of Sevey Morton.

Entertaining expectations

Liv Weaver, Asst. Editor-in-Chief, Workflow March 28, 2025

From Disney Channel stars to Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony winners, what all of these entertainment professionals have in common is their clear abundance of talent. In the modern day of growing technology...

The string orchestra performs 'Of Glorious Plumage' by Richard Meyer and 'Luberon Dances' by Martin Ellerby during the Spring Concert. The concert took place on March 12 in the Performing Arts Center. Photo courtesy of TPHS Music Department.

2025 Spring Concert

Sarina Feng, Feature Editor March 24, 2025

The lights of the Performing Arts Center dim. A hush spreads through the audience. All eyes fall on the conductor. The marimba lays down an insistent rhythmic pulse, propelling the combined band into motion.  As...

"$ome $exy $ongs 4 U" comprises collaboration between Drake and PARTYNEXTDOOR that serves as an homage to the artists' homes in Toronto, Canada. The album was released on Feb. 14. Photo Courtesy of Spotify.

Album Review: ‘$ome $exy $ongs 4 U’

Kai Strzelecki, Staff Writer March 6, 2025

With a slower tempo and an introspective tone “$ome $exy $ongs 4 U” by two famous Canadian artists, Drake and PARTYNEXTDOOR is not the usual fast-paced music expected by the artists. The album was...

Actors Sevey Morten (11), Raisa Tuerxun (12) and Nolan Greer (12) perform 'It's Not About Me,' a number where Dee Dee Allen and her crew attempt to promote themselves amongst the school under the guise of supporting the protagonist's, Emma's, plight. 'The Prom' held its last showing on March 1. Photo courtesy of Sevey Morten.

TP Players presents ‘The Prom’

Cass Love, Staff Writer March 5, 2025

“It’s a story with a lot of heart.”  At least, that is what I was told about “The Prom,” the winter play put on by the TP Players in February. That is how Zoe Huang (12), student director,...

Little Joy coffee bar owner, Drew Jeglinski makes a handcrafted iced latte. Little Joy opened in 2019 and has been Del Mar local's favorite coffee shop since.

Restaurant Review: Little Joy

Elsa Goodman, Director of Social Media February 28, 2025

Nestled in the heart of Del Mar a few feet from the beloved Board & Brew, lies Little Joy coffee bar. Starting as Del Mar locals’ favorite coffee cart in 2019, the cart was formerly operated by Zumbar...

'When Harry Met Sally' is a classic romance movie. The movie aired in in 1989. Photo courtesy of Peter K. Levy through Creative Commons.

Love at first watch

Liv Weaver, Sarina Feng, and Lana Weber February 14, 2025

Falconer reporters provide the best love movies through recent decades. 1980s  “Dirty Dancing” (1987) A 1987 masterpiece, “Dirty Dancing” is a romantic drama dance film starring Jennifer Grey...

Bruno Mars is one of the eight artists, who is mentioned as having strong love songs of this century. Mars' song 'Just the Way You Are' was released in 2012. love songs Photo courtesy of Flickr through Creative Commons.

Open your hearts, open your ears

Joy Ma, Asst. Editor-in-Chief, Longform February 14, 2025

Falconer’s favorite love songs from the 21st century: “We Belong Together” by Mariah Carey A classic and powerful R&B ballad about yearning and heartbreak, Carey depicts the anguish of loving...

Review: Super Bowl LIX halftime show

Lily Bruch, Staff Writer February 13, 2025

"Too loud, too reckless, too ghetto," Samuel L. Jackson, playing Uncle Sam, said on Sunday during Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl LIX halftime performance. He continued, "Mr. Lamar, do you really know how...

The start of the Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve hike begins with a beautiful view of the Pacific Ocean. Loved by Ashwaq Manasrah (12) in particular, the trail features various terrains.

Top hiking trails in San Diego

Sophia Gorba, Staff Writer February 13, 2025

From waterfalls to narrow canyon trails to dense forestry to open sand, San Diego provides its residents with a wide variety of options to experience nature. Students and faculty share their favorite trails...

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