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“Teen Talk” updates district curriculum
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Parents Conejo Valley Unified School District’s health curriculum, “Teen Talk” from the California Healthy Youth Act, has become a hot topic at CVUSD school board meetings amongst parents since its adoption. Many have spoken out at these meetings, revealing their strong approval or disapproval of this controversial issue. Parents on opposite sides of the…
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Taylor Swift fans sue Ticketmaster
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26 Taylor Swift fans filed a lawsuit against Live Nation on Dec. 20 in California following the unprecedented prices of tickets for Taylor Swift’s upcoming tour and the outrage expressed by fans who received presale codes but were not able to purchase their seats. The lawsuit accuses Ticketmaster and its parent company, Live Nation,…
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Westlake High School theater employee arrested
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On Dec. 2, 2022, 33 year -old Thomas Ballas was arrested on the charges of sending harmful material to a minor and possession of a controlled substance. The arrest by the Ventura County Sheriff followed an investigation that was launched on Dec. 1, after a report was sent to Westlake High School administration about…
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Boys’ basketball shoots for success
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The boys’ basketball team has been strategizing since their practices began during summer break, all for the momentous occasion of the start of their season come October. The group continues to work hard at practice every day for two hours, constantly studying their opponents in order to play their best every game. The head…
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Around the World Fair connects cultures worldwide
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Food, music and games were only three of the things found at the Newbury Park High School Around the World Fair. The fair was an event run by the Asian Culture Club, Latino Connection Club and the Black Student Union. It took place in the school cafeteria on Dec.16, and multiple clubs set up…
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Trump announces presidential campaign for 2024
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On Nov. 15, 2022, Former President Donald Trump announced his campaign for a second non-consecutive presidential term during his speech at Mar-a-Lago, his private estate and club in Palm Beach, Florida. During this speech, Trump spoke about his history in office and his intent to improve America. He had reportedly been considering running for…
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Brittney Griner released from Russia in prisoner swap
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Brittney Yevette Griner, a professional player for the Phoenix Mercury in the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA), was arrested in February of last year and subsequently held in a Russian prison for several months. Whilst flying in Russia for her off-season practices, Griner was detained at a customs checkpoint by security at an airport…
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Take a stab at fencing
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When thinking of high school sports, one’s mind often doesn’t go to fencing. In fact, most students are not aware of the fencing club at NPHS that meets every Wednesday. Fencers gather in F-3 to receive lessons from other more experienced members, as well as participate in bouts. A casual Wednesday fencing meeting requires…
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UC campuses are striking for a change
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All over California, thousands of students are on strike against University of California (UC)–the world’s leading public research university system. The protesters, postdoctoral scholars, academic researchers and graduate students employed as researchers, instructors, teaching assistants, tutors and readers are aiming to have higher wages, improved leave for parents and caregivers, childcare support and full…
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Respiratory syncytial virus spreads like wildfire
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Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a common respiratory virus that causes infection in the respiratory tract, and is especially contagious in children and those with prior respiratory issues. The symptoms of RSV are similar to a cold, but can be severe among infants due to a weak immune system. Mild symptoms include a runny…