20-21 Issues

  • Music Corner – “drivers license”

    Olivia Rodrigo, star of Disney+’s “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series,” released the new smash hit single “drivers license” on Jan. 8, which has since topped countless charts. Rodrigo’s vulnerable lyricism has resonated with millions of her fans and instigated widespread speculation on the story behind the song. Fans have drawn many possible…

  • Do not commercialize Valentine’s Day

    Do not commercialize Valentine’s Day

    As Valentine’s Day approaches, many people are faced with immense pressure to organize a large celebration that meets societal standards of a Valentine’s Day date. The commercialization of Valentine’s Day stems from two factors: greed and the misunderstanding of the holiday by those involved, from the advertisers to the consumers. Advertisers, driven by the…

  • WandaVision excites marvel fans

    WandaVision excites marvel fans

    Cinematically progressing through the decades, the first five episodes of Marvel’s new show, “WandaVision,” were released on Disney+ on Jan. 15. Directed by Matt Shakman, the show is the newest installment of the notorious Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) starring Elizabeth Olsen and Paul Bettany, with new episodes released every Friday. The structure of the…

  • Unique teas bring joy

    Unique teas bring joy

    As two avid tea drinkers ourselves, we are well aware the world of tea and its wide range of flavors can be a bit overwhelming–or even daunting–at first glance. Thus, to ease this process, we have taken the liberty of compiling some of our favorites, rated with an emphasis on how much joy they…

  • Celebrate SOPHIE’s legacy

    Celebrate SOPHIE’s legacy

    Sophie Xeon, more commonly known as SOPHIE, passed in an accident on Jan. 30 trying to look at the full moon in Greece. A radical creator and a visionary artist, SOPHIE made an immeasurable impact on the world. A producer, singer-songwriter, DJ and more, SOPHIE paved the way for the hyperpop movement and LGBTQ+…

  • “Night Stalker” shocks and informs audiences

    “Night Stalker” shocks and informs audiences

    “Night Stalker: The Hunt for a Serial Killer” is a dark, deeply disturbing Netflix documentary series that details the gruesome murders of Richard Ramirez. Set in California in the mid-80’s, the series covers the extensive detective and community work that led to Ramirez’ 1985 arrest, namely with interviews conducted by Detectives Gil Carrillo and…

  • Carl Campbell games the stock market

    Carl Campbell games the stock market

    The forced rise of GameStop stock stimulated by a subreddit throughout the end of January shook the world of trading, with Carl Campbell, 48, riding that wave. Campbell’s 15 years of experience in investing has allowed him to earn copious amounts of money with little work. “It’s a solid way to make money without…

  • NPHS Students for Social Justice strives towards equality

    NPHS Students for Social Justice strives towards equality

    Inspired by multiple social movements during quarantine, a group of sophomores came together to start NPHS Students for Social Justice to both educate and promote the importance of activism among the community. Although the club has only been running for the past few months, members have a lot of hope and ideas for future…

  • Madelyn Janisse fights with her art

    Madelyn Janisse fights with her art

    A few months ago, Madelyn Janisse, senior, decided to enter a photography contest run by Unshuttered at the J. Paul Getty museum with the theme “In pursuit of…”. The event was held nationwide, allowing artists from all across America to express their creativity. This contest was an open call art contest and all the…

  • Healthcare workers power through pandemic

    Healthcare workers power through pandemic

    Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, healthcare workers have been dubbed “frontline heroes,” as their hard work has saved many. They have faced over-capacity hospitals, extreme safety protocols, exhausting hours and fear of infection. These extremities have even caused some nursing unions to strike for better working conditions, such as Los Robles Regional Medical Center in…