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John Mulaney pushes boundaries in “Everybody’s Live”
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Comedian John Mulaney returned to Netflix with a live series that makes an abstract painting of what we know to be a late-night talk show. “Everybody’s Live with John Mulaney” is a spunky, off-beat series featuring hilarious celebrity guests and eye-opening alternative musical performances. Overall, watching it is a good time. Mulaney is most…
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I am plagued by an irrational fear of death
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For as long as I can remember, the lingering fear of death has consumed my every waking moment. Uncertainty of what happens after death and feeling as if I have no control has tormented me my whole life. Anxiety surrounding death prevents me from sleeping at night, as each time I close my eyes,…
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Unified Sports basketball shoots for inclusivity
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On March 28, dozens of students filled the stands. The cheers emanating from the gym could be heard across campus, marking the start of the Unified Sports basketball game against Thousand Oaks High School. The game ultimately ended in a tie, but both Newbury Park and Thousand Oaks athletes argue they put up a…
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Los Angeles fires impact local museums
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In January 2025, Southern California began the new year with multiple fires spanning across the Ventura and Los Angeles counties. Both the Eaton Fire and the Palisades Fire burned roughly 40,000 acres altogether, destroying homes, schools and businesses. Within this chaos, several local museums were threatened by the high winds and fire dangers. The…
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Local meetings held for downtown T.O. plans
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The City of Thousand Oaks has started the journey of creating a downtown area, beginning with community input. Five interactive sessions were held, where residents, business owners and stakeholders were encouraged to attend. These sessions focused on key aspects of the downtown area: visioning, amenities & attractions, connectivity & accessibility, economic development and community…
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Leaked White House text chain signals security concerns
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Following Donald Trump’s return to the White House in 2025, an error in communication has drawn attention to the administration’s security practices. In March, National Security Adviser Mike Waltz accidentally added “The Atlantic” editor-in-chief Jeffrey Goldberg to a Signal group chat created to discuss classified U.S. military operations in Yemen. The mistake went unnoticed…
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Soccer coach charged with murder of teenage boy
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13-year-old Oscar Omar Hernandez was reported missing by his family on March 30. Previously, Hernandez had taken a train ride to Lancaster, CA, to complete odd jobs for a friend. When his family tried calling him, a friend answered and claimed Hernandez could not come to the phone. On April 2, authorities discovered a…
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Age appropriateness is vital in the dance industry
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In second grade, I begged my parents to let me do competitive dance. However, they were extremely hesitant due to how unsuitable the dance competition world can be for kids. From revealing costumes to inappropriate moves, the industry of dance can be unsuitable for children. In order to create a safe and age appropriate…
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Free speech is in – only if it sells
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Social media is often viewed as a modern-day public square. And, to a certain extent, it may feel that way. Whether it’s memes, cooking videos or gossip, it seems as if there are scarce limits to what we can post online. However, if given some thought, some of the most widespread and popular public…
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Magic mirror on the wall, what is the worst movie of all?
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87 years after the original “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” premiered in 1938, Disney released a live action “Snow White” on March 21, 2025. The film was highly anticipated, as much controversy surrounded the cast and the choices and changes made in terms of the plot. However, I tried to go into the…