Endgame. We’ve all heard of that word before. Marvel heroes buzzing in their gallant suits, costumes, weapons, superpowers and whatnot, fighting with all their might to save the world and humanity, against all odds, from the ultimate malevolent lunatic- Thanos. Now, out of the theatre, (or off of your Disney Plus stream, especially during this…
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(Editors Column) Keeping New Year’s Resolutions After January
The new year has finally arrived, bringing optimism and a new start from the challenges many faced in the year 2020. Most people have created New Year’s resolutions to encourage this new beginning and better themselves throughout the year. However, this motivation for change seems like it magically disappears by the time February comes around….
The Remedy to Repetitive Life?
Quarantine undoubtedly has made life extremely dull. With distancing measures, the majority of our lives have been transferred to online portals. There is one opening, however, that we can enter during the endless hours spent alone. Video games have become a popular method of entertainment for those stuck at home. Three games– Minecraft, Animal Crossing:…
Behind the Scenes: The Journey of an Animator Amidst COVID-19
The live-action entertainment industry is quite literally clapping the slate as filming sites for movies, premiers, and even auditions have had to be shut down or be put on hold indefinitely, due to the increase in COVID-19 cases. However, it is a little different for the animation entertainment industry, which is actually thriving due to…
Taking Advantage of Time to Ourselves
The Coronavirus has caused a difficult time for all of us, whether it’s due to our health and safety, mental well-being, or daily activities. However, there are still ways to get through this pandemic and make the most of it. As we need to do our part and take safety precautions regarding the pandemic, going…
(EDITORS COLUMN) How the La Canada School District is Addressing Diversity, Race, and Inclusivity
As of the 2019-2020 school year, the La Canada School District, LCUSD, has implemented the Diversity, Race, and Inclusivity (DEI) initiative. The initiative focuses on addressing key areas such as discipline, policies, curriculum, school activities, and involvements in order to promote those core values and enforce the community within schools. The district hired Christina Hale-Elliot,…
(EDITORS COLUMN ) Cleveland Charter High School Students Fight for the Truth
During the quarantine period, a few former seniors from Grover Cleveland Charter High School, with the help of hundreds of Cleveland students, were able to bring sexual harassment at school to light. Although many answers were based on Cleveland High School, it is important to remember this is an issue that students in many schools…
The Benefits of Owning a Scented Candle
During the pandemic and this time of social distancing, my family has come to own several candles which are scattered throughout the house. At some point, my father brought home a candle, and from then we were hooked and continued to buy more and more. I remember the first time we used a candle in…
A Resolution to Resolutions
As was tradition, many people sat down around January first in 2020 and made resolutions. These could have ranged from exercising, obtaining a significant other, or reading more often. After finishing the list we went back to partying and forgot about it in the morning. Waking up groggy clouds judgment, so we all decided that…
The Unmasking of a New Year
“Happy New Year!” A welcoming proverb spread globally among people every January 1st. This year, however, the phrase seems more desperate. 2020 was monotonous up until the very end. Many people anticipated ultimate change and new opportunities, yet these anticipations fell short when the unprecedented coronavirus began to spread like wildfire and quarantine became a…