Articles by Kai Mekari
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My mom is my high school English teacher
One person in particular comes to mind above all others when I think back on my educational journey: my mother. She is not just any...
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“Love Lies Bleeding” leaves viewers stunned
Rose Glass’s “Love Lies Bleeding” explores issues of power, obsession and the aftermath of terrible deeds with a frankness that never wavers. Clint Mansell’s creepy...
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Students exhibit artistic creations at annual art show
From 3D pieces to printed poetry, students from Newbury Park High School’s various art and photography classes showcased their creative expression in the art show...
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‘Chicago’ jazzes up the audience
“Chicago,” the second longest-running show in Broadway history after Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “Phantom of the Opera,” holds the record for the longest-running musical revival and...
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Declan McKenna’s third album contemplates modern society
On Feb. 9, English indie songwriter Declan McKenna–best known for his track titled “Brazil,” a commentary on the costs of the 2014 FIFA World Cup...
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Student Vs Teacher: Mika Lopez Vs Brigid Ryan Keady
1.What is the largest organ in the body? Lopez: Heart Keady:Lungs A: The skin 0-0 I don’t have the heart to tell them the right...
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Music Corner
The 17-year-old Canadian singer Tate McRae stormed TikTok with her brooding bedroom pop debut single “You Broke Me First” in 2020. Her intuitive sense of...
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High costs at universities limit student opportunities
A common question from teens when they are getting ready to go into college is “Is a 4-year worth the money?” and it’s a genuinely...
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The choices we have to make
I am 16-years-old. I turn 17-years-old in five months and 20-years-old is starting to look closer than it ever has before. College is just around...
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Jigsaw’s “Saw X” brings blood and tears to the screen
The Jigsaw franchise has been a prominent one in the lives of many, setting the tone for horror and gruesome movies for Halloween throughout the...