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Water assassins brings NPHS students from class to splash
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Run! Hide! Splash! Newbury Park High School [NPHS] students have been extra cautious when walking out their front door since this year’s water assassins started on Jan. 6. With around 45 teams and six players on each, students are determined to win points by splashing those on their assigned lists of six targets with…
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The culture shock that comes with the European dream
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During winter break, I spent nine days exploring Paris with my family. This was my first time visiting Europe and I observed several culture differences between Europe and America. During my trip, I shopped at food and flea markets, ate food at fancy and local restaurants and walked (a lot) all over the charming…
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“Zootopia 2” did not match my vision of utopia
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“Zootopia 2” came out on Nov. 26 and failed to impress me and my 10-year-old sister. The movie’s main theme is that everyone is different, but differences ultimately don’t matter. The two main characters – Judy Hopps, a bunny voiced by Ginnifer Goodwin; and Nick Wilde, a fox voiced by Jason Bateman – work…
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Ryan Goldstein charged with attempted murder of his mother
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Ryan Goldstein, a 26-year-old resident of Thousand Oaks, was accused of attempting to murder his mother, who has been identified as a 54-year-old woman. On Nov. 9, deputies received a call to an apartment on the 2500 block of Hickory Wood Lane in Thousand Oaks around 10:30 a.m. At the apartment, they found Goldstein’s…
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European holiday festival celebrates culture and community at the Oaks
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On Dec. 6, the Oaks Mall was transformed into a historical winter wonderland, representing European holiday culture and offering a traditional marketplace experience packed with authentic foods, unique vendors and live entertainment, all supporting non-profit organizations. Traditional European cuisine was scattered across the “Festive Garden” and “Le French Quarter” centers, offering warm beverages like…
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Local community discusses eating disorders and body image
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Introduction Eating disorders are classified as serious and sometimes fatal illnesses that can cause significant ailments to one’s overall mental and physical health. Local Ventura County healthcare professionals, experts, students and community members have shared their insights and experiences with eating disorders and the impact of social media on self-perception. Information Disordered eating includes…
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Springsteen’s biopic is more than a rock and roll story
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In the new biopic, “Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere,” Jeremy Allen White, award-winning actor known for his performance on “The Bear,” plays iconic musician Bruce Springsteen. Bruce Springsteen is notable for his many hits such as “Born In the U.S.A” and “Dancing In the Dark.” White impressively sang all of the songs himself, proving…
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Project 8 student wrestlers prepare for the season
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In all sports, working one’s skills outside of their school season is just as important as during the season. Some people go for daily runs, some people go to the gym, but many NPHS wrestlers go to Project 8. Project 8 is a year-round wrestling club team that is utilized by many students at…
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NPHS unlocked a magical homecoming dance
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As lush green vines hang down gracefully, fairy lights illuminate the NPHS quad, revealing hundreds of smiling faces. On Saturday, Oct. 11, Associated Student Government [ASG] held the “Secret Garden” homecoming dance, which was led up to with the neon-themed homecoming football game, festive posters that decorated campus and rallies held by ASG to…
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Sportsmanship is on the decline in professional sports
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Imagine yourself as a professional athlete, fueled by encouragement and cheers from fans. Now imagine thousands of people booing you, rendering you weak and discouraged. Being degraded is soul crushing and can ruin potential. Good sportsmanship from opponents, team mates and fans is essential for athletes to succeed. Sportsmanship differentiates sports from simple competition.…