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The Student News Site of Van Nuys High School

The Mirror

The Student News Site of Van Nuys High School

The Mirror

Mercado Buenos Aires thrives as a cultural hub for Argentinians in Southern California

Mercado Buenos Aires thrives as a cultural hub for Argentinians in Southern California

By Joshua Cazares, Staff Writer Sep 4, 2025
Mercado Buenos Aires blends Argentine flavors, soccer, and community in Van Nuys. From authentic meals to cultural celebrations, this family-run business keeps traditions alive for locals and visitors alike.
CARBS, CALORIES AND CONTENT Mukbang content has seen a spike on social media, with creators getting millions of views for eating large amounts of food.

The changing face of ASMR mukbangs

By Deven Martinez, Staff Writer Sep 3, 2025
What started as a relaxing night with whale sounds turned into a shocking wake-up call about mukbang culture’s messy new trend.
Overexposure to violence desensitizes and deepens the bystander effect

Overexposure to violence desensitizes and deepens the bystander effect

By Alyssa Reign Pontines, Staff Writer Sep 3, 2025
The bystander effect explains why individuals fail to act against violence. Overexposure to media normalizes brutality, fostering apathy and leaving conflicts unresolved without collective action.
FANS UNDER FIRE Supporters of artists such as Taylor Swift and K-pop groups receive judgment online, demonstrating the challenge of openly sharing your passions.

The cost of loving what you love

By Addison Cudd, Arts and Entertainment Editor Aug 28, 2025
From Swifties to K-pop enthusiasts, fan communities often face online backlash. Why does loving something openly attract so much hate, and what does it say about our need to belong?
A BUG'S LIFE The Army, The Navy, the pop duo of Sasha Goldberg and Maia Ciambriello, unknowingly began their musical journey in her hometown of Mill Valley, California. They shared the same vocal coach and even attended the same university.

Dynamic duo The Army, The Navy captivates indie fans

By Maya Diaz, Associate Online Editor-in-Chief Aug 28, 2025
With their unique blend of quirky visuals, heartfelt lyrics, and a love for nature, The Army, The Navy is gaining recognition in the indie music scene.
R-RATED Pop stars, including Sabrina Carpenter, have become famous for their provocative lyrics and on-stage performances.

The cost of clicks: Social media is erasing childhood innocence

By Abigail Kim, Staff Writer Aug 27, 2025
Celebrities and big tech cash in on hyper-sexualized content, while kids pay the price. Protecting children's innocence means demanding accountability now.
The Valley Girl accent is not a recently emerging phenomenon, its existence was documented before the 80s and was only popularized by Frank Zappa.

“Valley Girl” accent: Myth or reality?

By Skylie Molina, Staff Writer Aug 27, 2025
Those with the 'Valley Girl' accent are perceived as being dumb or materialistic, but whether the accent exists or is a collective hallucination is still up for debate.
Children's mental health suffers

Children’s mental health suffers

By Ocean Threats, Staff Writer Aug 26, 2025
One in five children suffer from mental health issues and many of those don't receive the mental health counseling or support they need.
Internet drama forces Kit Connor to come out as bisexual

Speculation invades celebrity privacy

By Leon Weiss, Staff Writer Aug 26, 2025
Constant speculation about celebrity sexuality, fueled by social media, has caused harm to public figures like Kit Connor and Billie Eilish, highlighting the need for online accountability.
Between unrealistic expectations from movies and increased couple presence causing jealousy online, social media has taken over modern day romance culture.

Internet intimacy and digital love

By Abigail Kim, Staff Writer Aug 25, 2025
Relationships center around real life interactions, but social media threatens this, causing people to question their partners and miss out on true connection.
A man's distorted image seen through a glass ball.

Self-belief above all

By Joel Nam, Opinion Editor Aug 25, 2025
Believing in yourself can be scary, but letting doubt stop you is worse. To reach your potential, you must face your fears and risk failure.
A man standing on top of a rock meant to illustrate the difficulty of reaching some goals.

The myth of instant success

By Isabella Mendoza, Staff Writer Aug 22, 2025
Rome wasn’t built in a day — yet perfectionism pushes students to expect instant results. Studies show that such unrealistic standards can harm mental health and strip the joy from learning.
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