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Moana 2 did not go far enough
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Following its beloved original, “Moana 2” has already made 389 million dollars in box offices. However, the sequel hardly compares to the original “Moana.” “Moana 2” shows an aged Moana who receives a vision from her ancestors and sails across the ocean with a crew of three other villagers to find the island Motufetu,…
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Man arrested at NPHS is charged with murdering his brother
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On Dec. 5, around 8 p.m., law enforcement was called to block 400 of Jeanne Court in response to the attack of 15-year-old Zayde Keohohou, who suffered blunt-force trauma to the head from 24-year-old Zuberi Sharp, a NPHS alumni. Ventura County Sheriff’s authorities arrested Zuberi Sharp on Newbury Park High School’s football field, where…
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Grading systems fail to support student growth
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Recently more teachers are introducing different policies and no two teachers seem to follow the same exact grading practices. While it used to be a percentage based on overall points that students worried about, it has become increasingly difficult to understand how the effort you put into a class translates to your final grade.…
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NPHS fall sports teams near the season’s finish line
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Whether they are wielding a tennis racket, running through windy trails or scoring a touchdown, student athletes on Newbury Park High School’s campus have worked hard alongside their teammates and coaches during this fall sports season. Teams fought hard within their respective leagues, and some advanced to CIF tournaments. While success cannot be quantified…
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Social media ruins random acts of kindness
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I am sure everyone loves a random act of kindness, but unfortunately, the rise of social media has led to the degradation of genuine ones. These unexpected actions from another person usually provide a spark of human connection and joy in times of need. These deeds are not a new occurrence, and the rise…
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Souplantation needs to make a grand return
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If you were to listen closely enough on May 8, 2020, you might have heard the thunderous crashing of my knees to the ground after hearing the news that Souplantation, otherwise known as Sweet Tomatoes, had permanently closed its doors. Souplantation, an all-you-can-eat, buffet-style restaurant, was a cornerstone of many childhoods, including my own.…
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“Newsies” seize the day
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Overview: “Newsies,” originally written by Harvey Fierstein, was brought to life by director Marilyn Strange, aided by the student actors, technicians, choreographers and booster parents. This year’s production transported the audience to the streets of New York at the turn of the 19th century, as an exciting dance-packed musical telling the story of newsboys…
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Social media is polarizing our country
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The internet is a great outlet for information, and can truly educate people if they are looking to be educated, but recently it has caused an issue in our country. The knowledge I have of our political systems and the policies of leaders mostly comes from the internet, but I take the time to…
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Losing print media narrows perspective
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The perpetual advancement of technology has transferred the world of print media onto screens, making it more convenient to unlock your phone with a tap of the finger and connect with the world, as opposed to making the treacherous journey to pick up the paper from your front step. While accessibility to the internet…
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Thanksgiving is overshadowed by Black Friday
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They start coming in the mail just after Halloween, slowly at first, but then more and more. Flyers, brochures, catalogs, a testament to our consumer society, leading up to the one manufactured holiday to rule them all: Black Friday. Sale-induced chaos breaks out nationwide at malls each year, as people scramble to purchase their…