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Let’s not artificially teach intelligence
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As with many other people in this world, I have had a difficult time accepting the nature of artificial intelligence [AI]. I am constantly told to accept the changing times, that AI has many benefits for all ages, that it is a way for jobs to get easier and one less thing to worry…
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World News in Brief
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The ceasefire between Israel and Hamas takes action On Oct. 8, Donald Trump announced Israel and Hamas’ agreement to the first phase of his 20-point plan, including three stages each 42 days long, to end the war in Gaza. The ceasefire took effect on Oct. 10 with increased humanitarian aid entering the Gaza Strip.…
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Identity isn’t just black and white
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The straightener on my countertop bears a painful reminder of my past. The cord is worn and frayed, the metal clamp overworked from years of hard work. I have spent years trying to smooth over the roughs, every pass over my hair inadvertently reminding me that most of my effort was spent trying to…
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Girls’ tennis captains secure their legacy by leading the team
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Behind every good sports team, there is great leadership, and this applies to the NPHS girls’ tennis team. Along with the coach, five senior captains educate younger players through their experience and skill. By leading the team in another great season they secure their legacy as distinguished mentors. Corryn Spencer, senior, had never played…
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Modern advertisements reflect the shift of modern values
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Societal desensitization ebbs and flows for dozens of factors and reasons. From media saturation to political power and ideologies, what we deem as “okay” or “normal” has never been linear. Ever since the 2000s, hyper sexual content and outrage marketing have been used as a marketing play to increase product sales; it has not…
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Simi Valley teenagers face detention after hate crime
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Following an alleged attack in Simi Valley on Michael Robinson, 18, on Oct. 10, two teenagers charged with felony assault and hate crime allegations in connection to the incident have been detained at Ventura County Juvenile Facilities. The detention comes after an Oct. 15 court ruling. The teenagers are accused of assaulting Robinson at…
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Water polo thinks outside the (goalie) box
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As students walk by NPHS’ glistening pool, they may notice a team of athletes treading water and lobbing around a yellow ball. Outside of their chlorinated habitat, they yell chants in the team room and volunteer at the VCAS animal shelter. Swimming and developing as one has bonded boys’ varsity water polo both in…
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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.…
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‘No Kings’ protest draws thousands of local participants
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“Democracy, not Dictatorship” and “Families Belong Together” were two of the thousands of signs held in the air on Oct. 18. Covering all four corners of Lynn Rd and Hillscrest Dr. and over a mile in street length, around 7,000 community members gathered for Thousand Oaks’ part in the national ‘No Kings’ protest from…