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Dangers could come with a single-party government. In recent years, the United States political landscape became increasingly polarized.

Political power imbalance takes over our nation

Liv Weaver, Asst. Editor-in-Chief, Workflow January 16, 2025

In lieu of the recent election results confirming our next presidential nominee for the  2025-29 term, half a decade of extreme bias fostered from the conservative’s perspective is set to ensue.  As...

Many find book and movie sequels to be disappointing and unnecessary. Sequels failed to lead to successful stories today.

Quality over quantity

Joanne Liu, Staff Writer January 14, 2025

And, they lived happily ever after. What a beautiful ending to a story, one might think. Nothing could ruin the perfect plot, the masterpiece ending — except a sequel. Sequels like “Jaws 2”and...

While many students are drawn to schools because of their name recognition, they might not be the best fit. Reporter Sneha Lele, looked into whether the idea of a 'dream school' should be eliminated.

‘Dream school’ needs to go

Sneha Lele, Copy Editor January 14, 2025

Hands shaking, heart pounding, eyes racing over the screen, you find yourself staring at the update on your application. The letter holds your dreams and desires, the largely idolized school you have played...

While the boy's sport is "basketball," the female equivalent is "girls basketball." Women suffered from injustices in sports for far too long.

Empty stands, silence in women’s sports

Mari Kradjian, Staff Writer January 13, 2025

There’s basketball, and there’s “girls basketball.” There’s soccer, and there’s “girls soccer.” There’s lacrosse, and there’s “girls lacrosse.” At school, whenever I hear a sport...

How can the U.S. respond to the rising social media crisis? In 2024, Australia banned social media use for those under the age of 16.

Staff Ed: U.S. solutions to social media overuse

Joy Ma, Assistant Editor-in-Chief, Long-form January 8, 2025

Social media — a tool that connects, informs and entertains — has also become a source of growing concern, especially for young children and teenagers. Since Australia has recently passed a law to...

Today's youth is raised by screens, resulting in stark behavioral differences between Gen Z and previous generations. How did those changes manifest in mannerisms today?

Shifting the understanding of generational norms

Gabrielle Gonzales, Opinion Editor December 19, 2024

“You’re always on that phone.” “You look homeless in that outfit.” Adults in my life — parents, grandparents and teachers, etc. — comment on young people’s mannerisms and appearances every...

Sleep, snacks and socialization; finding ways to stress less is incredibly important for your well-being. What helped you unwind this finals season?

Stress less this finals season

Lily Bruch, Staff Writer December 17, 2024

I am sure I can speak for everyone when I say that the end of the semester is an especially stressful time. With all of the constant Quizlet notecard practices and intense Starbucks study sessions, it...

Students endure unnecessary stress over Scantron exams. Scantrons became a part of test culture across the country in the 1930s.

Time to move on from Scantrons

Jessie Chen, Staff Writer December 16, 2024

As finals week approaches, students take out their No. 2 pencil to bubble in small circles on an overwhelmingly large white and green sheet. The familiar Scantron, with its rows of tiny ovals, becomes...

Enjoying food is honoring tastes, tales and traditions. Our society, focused on dieting and calorie-intake has diminished food's cultural value.

More than a meal

Joy Ma, Assistant-Editor-in-Chief, Long-form November 21, 2024

In an era characterized  by calorie-tracking apps, protein shakes and painstakingly scheduled meal plans, food is often reduced to little more than a mathematical equation. This viewpoint is most ingrained...

What do technological advancements mean for society and the future of inventions? Last month, the Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses were released, but they have the potential to invade personal and sensitive information.

Encroachments of technology: Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses

April Kato, Staff Writer November 20, 2024

For years, humans dreamed about the flying cars from “Back to the Future,” and the simulated reality from “The Matrix,” wondering if we will ever live in such a society. But as these films reveal,...

As the nation moves forward into the 47th presidency, journalistic integrity is at stake. Eleven days before the 2024 Presidential election, The Washington Post decided to refrain from the long-standing tradition of endorsing a candidate.

Staff Ed: News outlets neutrality

Eric Lee, Assistant Editor-in-Chief, Design November 14, 2024

The Washington Post’s slogan, “Democracy Dies in Darkness,” represents the ideal standard of journalism that many reporters strive for: the desire to speak the truth, a virtue protected by the First...

Low-income and high-income households are at the forefront, but middle-income families are often overlooked. What did this mean for middle-income students advancing to higher education?

Overlooked struggles of everyday middle-income family

April Kato, News Editor November 13, 2024

In a society that highlights the extreme — high-income families that can afford college tuition and lower-income families that are more applicable to need-based financial aid — the middle-class is...

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