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Telling you what you “NeeDoh” know
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“NeeDoh,” a toy brand founded in 2023, has skyrocketed in popularity over the past few months. With over 20 products in their brand catalog, the Needoh company has established a recognizable name for themself, especially after their excessive TikTok fame. NeeDohs are toys that differ in color, shape and size, and claim to reduce…
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Tri-School Unified Soccer game unites students
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A movement towards inclusion and teamwork has united local students from high school to high school. Despite the division of sport rivalry or friendly competition, Newbury Park High School [NPHS], Westlake High School and Thousand Oaks High School all participated in a series of soccer games for their Unified Sports programs. The games were…
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I’m “Loving Life Again” because of Ella Langley’s “Dandelion”
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Ella Langley, a hybrid pop and country musician, released her sophomore album, “Dandelion,” on April 10. This release will have you “Loving Life Again” from the “Bottom Of Your Boots,” which are the names of a few of the 18 songs in the album, playing for a total of 56 minutes. Over the past…
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Students elevate their days with local hiking
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As warmer months are starting to approach, spending time outdoors is critical for not only our health or happiness, but also our understanding of the world around us. To feel the rocky textures beneath your feet as you progress up a mountain’s trail, simultaneously admiring the lush greenery around is a great way to…
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Abandon the inherited fear of growing older
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“And now that you don’t have to be perfect, you can be good.” – John Steinbeck, “East of Eden.” From the second you are born to the second you die, you are taught to fear aging. To fear the skin around your mouth wrinkling as you smile, to fear the pigment of your hair…
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I’m “Always Willing” to listen to Zach Bryan
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Zach Bryan, a 29-year-old country musician, has been one of my favorite and most-played artists for years. His beautiful lyricism and catchy songs instantly solidified him as one of the most prominent artists of our generation. On Jan. 9, Bryan released the sixth and newest addition to his discography, “With Heaven On Top.” This…
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Megan Wang makes waves
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Ever since she was a child, Megan Wang, senior, has had a life filled with passions. From the crashing of waves inside a pool to the rhythmic strokes of a paint brush, Wang has always found ways to express herself and pursue her interests. Throughout the last four years, Wang has channeled her energy…
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PawWorks animal shelter saves dogs from a ruff time
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Each and every year, millions of animals are euthanized, streets are filled with endless unhoused animals, an issue Paw Works Animal Shelter works to combat. Paw Works works to save and protect unhoused animals, supporting local shelters fights against animal cruelty. Founded in 2014 by Chad Atkins and Christina Morgan, Paw Works is…
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NPHS students think surfing is swell
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Despite the winter season in January, many California surfers hit their stride and continue to show up at beaches, braving the crashing waves and turning tides. These surfers include NPHS students, whose athletic abilities extend beyond the bounds of the fields and courts on campus. During the summer months, Zoe Hardwick, sophomore, spends every…
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Staff members debate if peppermint is “mint” to be
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Item #1- Dark chocolate dipped candy cane marshmallows Price point: $3.99 Kate’s Review: 7/10, The dark chocolate shell and candy cane pieces on top provided a nice crunch but I found the marshmallow part to have an offputting soft texture. Athena’s Review: 3/10, The consistency of the marshmallow was unpleasant and the contrast between…