For many people, months of staying indoors and limiting social interaction has sparked an interest in new hobbies. In particular, learning languages provides a fun yet practical way to pass time. Aside from its usefulness on vacations, multilingualism also serves as an impressive aspect on a resume in the professional world, regardless of the career…
Category: Society, Politics, Lifestyle, and Culture
Are Churches Essential?
As Covid-19 cases resurge, state mandates have been returning to the stricter rules seen at the beginning of quarantine. With this comes the question of what determines whether an organization is a necessity or a luxury. While some may think this has a simple answer, others are troubled with the idea of what the government…
Project Pulsera Vs. COVID-19
The joyous laughter of children playing under the shining sun, the warmth of a friend’s smile and company, how long has it been since we last experienced these things? The carefree attitudes that many used to carry has now been replaced with constant fear and paranoia:“Is this clean? Is this safe to touch?” How frequently…
Summer Camp for Disabilities Continued Despite COVID-19
No one could have expected the situation that the world is now in at the beginning of January, so the international quarantine caught the many off guard. Everyone was looking forward to a new year with different goals they wanted to achieve, but those goals seemed to fade once the lockdown, due to COVID-19, started….
AP Exams, They’re Really Not a Big Deal
Despite the chaos many have been going through during these few months, due to COVID-19, students have much more on their minds than normal. AP exams are yearly tests that students take to prove their readiness for college. These exams are usually held in May, and are 3 hour long tests that students spend months…
[Editor’s Column] Discover Public Health, Why Not?
From news that is flooded with statistics regarding the current COVID 19 pandemic, to trackings and quickly-updated health regulations, many have received a glimpse of what “public health” looks like- specifically “epidemiology.” According to CDC’s definition, public health is “the science of protecting and improving the health of people and their communities.” While medicine focuses…
How Taking Breaks Increases Productivity While Reducing Stress
No one could have expected the situation that the world is now in at the beginning of January, so the international quarantine caught the many off guard. Everyone was looking forward to a new year with different goals they wanted to achieve, but those goals seemed to fade once the lockdown, due to COVID-19, started….
Newsom Closes Indoor Gyms Affects the Lives
Previously, in March, gyms in L.A. were required to close for three months. Because of the overwhelming numbers of coronavirus cases in California, Governor Newsom, on July 13th, once again required that indoor fitness centers be closed until further notice. Because of the initial shutdown in March, many people had been hesitant to return to…
Students Promote Closet Sales to Conserve the Environment
As the world stumbles from the blows of Covid-19, environmental pollution continues to grow into immense apprehension. Major contributing factors to pollution, according to Business Insider, are fashion products, which make up 10% of carbon emissions, pollute sources of water, and cause 85% of textiles to be cast away into landfills. Recognizing the adverse effects…
Rescuing A Pet From A Foreign Country
In the deep, dark countryside of South Korea, many furry friends are facing mistreatment by cruel, money-driven individuals. Yet, many kind-hearted animal supporters around the world are adopting these homeless pets from across the ocean, to give permanent hospitality. Many non-profit organizations and social media groups – such as Korean Paws Rescue, Furever Together, and…