Articles by Athena Xilas
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Abandon the inherited fear of growing older
“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...
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I’m “Always Willing” to listen to Zach Bryan
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...
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Megan Wang makes waves
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...
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PawWorks animal shelter saves dogs from a ruff time
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....
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NPHS students think surfing is swell
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...
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Staff members debate if peppermint is “mint” to be
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...
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Student tutors teach responsibility beyond the classroom
Four days a week, a multitude of Newbury Park High School student tutors donate their time and knowledge to offer help to their peers...
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NPHS’ Sports Administration supports student athletes
Regardless of sport, every athlete has a unique experience. From water polo to basketball, each sports season tells a story of camaraderie and teamwork beyond...
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Hands on hobbies allow for productive free time
According to Heidi Godman, the executive editor of the Harvard Health letter, “hobbies — such as arts and crafts, games, gardening, volunteering, or participating in...
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How to prove to yourself that you are not a failure at seventeen
“Your teenage years are the best of your life,” is a commonly regurgitated cliche that has infiltrated my perception of adolescence, since my earliest cognisant...