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In her third studio album, "A Matter of Time," Laufey Jónsdóttir explores new themes, sounds and styles over the course of fourteen tracks. The full album was released on Aug. 22. Photo courtesy of Vingolf Recordings under exclusive license to AWAL Recordings America, Inc.

Album Review: ‘A Matter of Time’

Joanne Liu, Opinion Editor August 26, 2025

The minute hand strikes twelve, and the pendulum releases a ring that echoes. Ding dong … ding dong … Laufey Jónsdóttir begins her third studio album “A Matter of Time” with the chiming of a...

Conan Gray's fourth studio album 'Wishbone' depicts the artist in the sky, dressed in a sailor suit and carrying a wishbone. The album was released on Aug. 15. Photo courtesy of Republic Records via AP.

Album Review: ‘Wishbone’

Sarina Feng, Editor-in-Chief August 18, 2025

Conan Gray writes music with the intimacy of journal entries. With his fourth studio album “Wishbone,” released on Friday, Gray steps back from the experimental, ‘80s inspired elements of “Found...

Yoga is one of the wellness trends emerging in 2025. Other trends included saunas, pilates, green juice, and various other physical and dietary changes.

Wake up to wellness

Elsa Goodman, Director of Social Media May 28, 2025

From cold plunges and saunas to pilates and green juice, 2025’s hottest (and coldest) wellness trends are quickly changing people’s lives.  In recent decades, health and wellness evolved to become...

Students showcase their art at the fourth annual Arts Fest. Arts Fest took place on May 16 and 17 and featured dance, music, ceramics and artwork.

Fourth Annual Arts Fest

Cass Love, Staff Writer May 28, 2025

Every seat in the Performing Arts Center was filled. Chatter filled the room. Then, the lights dimmed and the room fell silent. The first group of dancers took the stage. On May 16 and 17, the fourth annual...

Claire Frederico (12) and Gideon Jakobs (12) perform as Maggie and Max in 'Lend Me a Tenor.'  The play, which showed from April 30 to May 2 and May 6 to 9, was the last one of the school year and the last production under the direction of theatre teacher Marinee Payne.

Torrey Pines Players presents ‘Lend Me a Tenor’

April Kato and Sarina Feng May 23, 2025

“Please laugh.” That’s what a cast member told us before we went to the show. We didn’t need to be told twice.  In what would be the final production directed by retiring theater teacher Marinee...

Morning Lavender sits off Highway 101 in Solana Beach, inviting guests into their cafe and boutique. They offered everything from hair clips, to matching dresses, to lattes and tea parties.

Restaurant Review: Morning Lavender

Lana Weber, Staff Writer May 12, 2025

Walking into Morning Lavender feels like entering a fairy tale dream, the entrance and walls are adorned with whimsical flowers in shades of pink and purple that look like they are straight from a Disney...

As finals season approaches, nutrition is a critical factor in ensuring academic success. Social Media Manager Elsa Goodman and Asst. Editor-in-Chief, Outreach Ellie Koff suggested a couple of recipes to help get you through the final stretch. Photo courtesy of Creative Commons via Pexels.

Brain food for finals season

Ellie Koff and Elsa Goodman May 1, 2025

As finals approach, students often focus on reviewing notes, staying up late and squeezing in last-minute study sessions. However, one essential element of academic success is often overlooked: nutrition. During...

Wes Anderson, Luca Guadagnino, Christopher Nolan and Tim Burton are directors with distinct film and storytelling styles. Students like Summer Brandt (11) and Nolan Greer (12) discussed their opinions on different directors' works.

Shot in style: Films through lenses of different directors

Mari Kradjian, Staff Writer April 28, 2025

When starting a film, having an expectation of what is to come — twisted with an unknown element — is, for me, the first page of the story. It is the initial uncertainty that I itch to become familiar...

April Artist of the Month, Emma Valdez (10), plays her harp on stage. Valdez started playing the harp 10 years ago, and was fueled by the vibrant passion in her household. Photo courtesy of Emma Valdez.

Artist of the Month: Emma Valdez

Sneha Lele, Copy Editor April 24, 2025

Emma Valdez (10), can be found sitting peacefully on a stool, steadily thrumming the strings of the harp. The melodic tune fills the air, smoothing, calming and telling a sweetening story behind each touch...

Recently, the Falconer had a chance to sit down with Camino Books: For The Road Ahead co-owner John Evans. Formerly known as Diesel, the bookstore held their grand opening ceremony on April 10.

Q & A: Camino Books: For The Road Ahead

Lana Weber, Staff Writer April 23, 2025

Going into a bookstore can feel like stepping into a magical wonderland, with the scent of fresh pages dancing through the air and colorful covers lining every shelf. Camino Books: For The Road Ahead,...

The schools jazz musicians take the stage under the Performing Arts Centers' vibrant lighting. On April 11, the school hosted the SDUHSD Jazz Festival featuring performances from all over the district. Photo courtesy of Riley Willcox.

TPHS hosts SDUHSD Jazz Festival

Cass Love, Staff Writer April 17, 2025

She taps her toe to the beat of the music. Tap, tap, tap. Even way back of the Performing Arts Center, you can see it.  It is a subtle but unmistakable sign of her passion for music, both teaching...

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