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As books continue to be banned en masse by school districts throughout the country, an unprecedented number of stories are trapped in a cycle of censorship and misrepresentation.

Book bans surge as schools target sexual and diverse themes

By Isabella Mendoza, Staff Writer Dec 3, 2024
Book bans in U.S. schools have wildly increased, affecting over 10,000 titles. These bans often target books with sexual themes or diverse characters, raising concerns about censorship's impact on literature.
Ratings drop as Saturday morning cartoons lose their charm

Ratings drop as Saturday morning cartoons lose their charm

By Kailee Villarreal, Staff Writer Nov 26, 2024
The decline of traditional kids' cartoons highlights a shift in viewer preferences, with newer teen-focused shows gaining popularity and older animations struggling to maintain their novelty.
The allure of smut in young adult fiction

The allure of smut in young adult fiction

By Olamide Olumide, Editor-in-Chief Nov 26, 2024
Smut's influence in young adult literature is growing, sparking discussions about its impact on youth and the role of social media in its proliferation.
Debunking the myth of photogenic perfection

Debunking the myth of photogenic perfection

By Abigail Kim, Staff Writer Nov 15, 2024
Many feel unphotogenic, influenced by societal pressures and self-critical biases. Photogenicity is an illusion shaped by lighting, angles, and psychological factors. These elements cause harsh self-judgment and comparison to idealized images. Recognizing these influences can foster a more compassionate self-view, moving beyond unrealistic beauty standards and embracing authentic appearance.
Spiders are often wrongfully perceived as creatures to fear. On the contrary, spiders are very helpful and relatively harmless.  You might even find that some, like this jumping spider, are surprisingly cute.

Spiders offer unexpected benefits to homes

By Leon Weiss, Staff Writer Nov 12, 2024
Despite common fears, spiders are beneficial allies in pest control. Consuming thousands of insects each year, they help maintain healthy environments. Understanding their role can shift perceptions from fear to appreciation.
Celebrities like Britney Spears, Aaliyah and Christina Aguilera served as the trendsetters of the 2000s, paving the way for Y2K trends today through their iconic styles.

Nostalgia on sale: The Y2K aesthetic

By Abigail Kim, Staff Writer Nov 12, 2024
The rise of the Y2K aesthetic is both a nostalgic trend and a testament to the power of consumerism, fueled by emotional connections, social media amplification and clever marketing strategies.
 Elections are exhaustingly long

Elections are exhaustingly long

By Isabella Mendoza, Staff Writer Nov 5, 2024
With election day approaching, it’s time to discuss the longevity of the race for who runs our country.
 The American Dream: It's time to wake up

The American Dream: It’s time to wake up

By Olamide Olumide, Editor-in-Chief Nov 4, 2024
The promise of the American dream seems to be an illusion for any person not white, rich or born in America.
 Trick or treat: Test your Halloween knowledge

Trick or treat: Test your Halloween knowledge

By Abigail Kim and Joel Nam Oct 31, 2024
Scare yourself with these tricky Halloween trivia questions.
Behind the screen: Unmasking the hidden dangers of cyberbullying

Behind the screen: Unmasking the hidden dangers of cyberbullying

By Isabella Mendoza, Staff Writer Oct 29, 2024
While social media and online chat rooms increase connectivity throughout social networks, they can also foster dangerous consequences.
The spread of the Corporate Memphis art style has taken over the retail industry, invalidating unique artistic merit.

The soulless void of corporate art

By Leon Weiss, Staff Writer Oct 25, 2024
Bright colors and big shapes have never looked so dull.
 Mental age quiz

Mental age quiz

By Leon Weiss, Abigail Kim, and Joel Nam Oct 14, 2024
Take this quiz to find out what your mental age is.
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