Although diabetes is a commonly known disease, not many people know exactly what diabetes is. Diabetes is a disease that occurs when your blood glucose, also known as blood sugar, is too high. Blood glucose is the main source of energy for your body and it comes from the food you eat every day. This…
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New Path for Cure
Despite the large number of people who have it, many people are unaware of Eczema. Eczema, also known as dermatitis, is a skin irritation that makes the skin very itchy. It can be an all over condition or even just in particular areas of the body, but it is still a skin condition that causes…
An Unforgettable Night at Walt Disney Concert Hall
On Monday July 29, 2019, the Los Angeles Youth Philharmonic Orchestra and the Festival Youth Orchestra had the honor to be a part of the summer concert at Walt Disney Concert Hall. The concert featured two orchestras, a festival organ solo, the Vocielesti Choirs (Voice of Heaven), a festival honor trio, and a joint performance…
Questions Still Surround Democratic Candidates – and Their Numbers
The second round of the Democratic primary debates concluded on July 31, wrapping up a two-night session featuring 20 participants. Alas, many of the questions surrounding the candidates themselves have yet to be wrapped up – especially those regarding their unusually large numbers. So far, as many as 25 Democratic candidates have entered the…
[Editor’s Column] Xenophobia and Hate Crimes
On July 28, 2019, 19-year-old Santino William Legan opened fire on a crowd at a garlic festival in Gilroy, California. Three people died and twelve were injured. The shooter then shot himself in the head. After determining Legan responsible for the shooting, the police investigated a home that they believed Legan had once rented. In…
[Special Feature] THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE DISABLED AND POVERTY
Even as the global standards of life for many people continue to be improved drastically with the progression of the 21st century, the needs of minority groups are often dismissed, causing them to fall into poverty. Currently, in the United States, around 12.7% of citizens are in poverty, converting to nearly 40.6 million people. However,…
Opinion: Why Health is a Mandatory Course
In the cities of Orange County, California, students in high school have the option to take Health as their summer activity. As a student who is entering high school in the upcoming school year, I have decided to take the Health course during summer. My first judgment towards the class was very negative as I…
Bernie Sanders Hosts Santa Monica Rally
“Are you ready for a political revolution?” On June 26th, 2019, Bernie Sanders commenced his Santa Monica rally with this question that caused tremendous applause from the audience. The Santa Monica High School’s Greek Amphitheater was filled with hundreds of supporters, who earnestly listened to Sanders’ speech. This rally is one of the many events…
Trump’s Racist Remarks Spark Controversy
On July 14, President Trump tweeted some racist remarks against four congresswomen. He tweeted, “Why don’t they go back and help fix the totally broken and crime infested places from which they came.” His series of tweets sparked a storm of criticism as many people across the country condemned his remarks. Although he didn’t name…
[Editor’s Column] The Hidden Horrors of Emotional Abuse
During many instances, it is easier for us to hide our true emotions and say we are doing “well” during times of emotional pain than hide our physical pain. When one thinks of the word abuse, physical abuse may be the first thing they think of. However, there are many different types of abuse that…