The #MeToo movement has sparked the need for greater conversation surrounding sexual assault and rape in today’s world. The movement has not only helped support sexual violence survivors with resources, but it has also brought collective empowerment amongst all survivors. But despite this radical progress, sexual violence is still highly rampant in the US, and…
The Untold Truth about Cambodia
During the summer, many organizations and churches take time to visit the underprivileged and complete acts of kindness through service trips. From raising money to teaching the uneducated, many organizations visit developing countries to help those in need. However, some developing countries are not given as much attention as others. Many organizations may visit Africa,…
[Editor’s Column] The Human Cost of Fast Fashion
Our generation is fully obsessed with the trend of fastness. In the hectic daily routines in the world we live in, people prize convenience and handiness over the quality of the product. Because the finished product is so easily accessible for affordable prices, people express immediate disposition to go with the easy choice. The public…
[JJSR Highlights] New Proposed Changes to the NBA
The National Basketball Association (NBA) was first created in 1891 by James Naismith and has slowly developed over time to create the game we watch and know today. Since the league was first established, many rule changes have been implemented into the game and league to make it more entertaining to the fans and players. …
The Change in Minimum Wage: Pros and Cons?
It seems to be obvious: an increase in minimum wage will benefit the lives of the US workers who partake in the market and capitalist economy and also promote equality. However, that is only the sugar-coated view that us citizens look upon as there is a different reality behind the facade. Let’s talk about…
KCA People’s Meeting
On July 6th, at Ralph B. Clark Park, there was a Christian meeting for about one hundred Korean Chinese American (KCA) people from 10am to 5pm.These people were born in China, with Korean ethnicity, and live in America. This means that they are not very good at speaking one language and are not completely familiar…
Endless Options at 626 Night Market
Summer is full of fun activities and memorable experiences. People go to the beach, amusement parks, various countries, etc. The adventures during summer are endless. One super fun place to go during this school-free season is the 626 Night Market. The 626 Night Market takes place for only four 3-day weekends a year during…
How do we Protect Ourselves During Earthquakes?
Due to the recent earthquakes, many people were extremely shocked and did not know what to do in such a sudden situation. The continuous earthquakes that first started on July 4th, have been in the magnitude range of 2.9 all the way to 6.6. Depending on the magnitude, the way that people feel them may…
[Editor’s Column] What Effect Will the Ridgecrest Earthquakes Have on the “Big One”?
For many Californians, Independence Day was only a harbinger. The 6.4 earthquake that struck on July 4 served as a frightening shock to the residents of the nearby town of Ridgecrest, home to about 28,000 people. But other Southern Californians were just as spooked, many of whom have long been anticipating a quake far…
4th of July Crescenta Valley Fireworks Celebration
The 13th annual Crescenta Valley Fireworks Celebration was a spectacular community event to celebrate amongst friends and family for Independence day. Local members of La Crescenta as well as others from various areas joined together to watch the color-filled sky. Attendees were able to enter the gates at 4 pm, while the firework show began…