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The Student News Site of Van Nuys High School

The Mirror

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The Mirror

 DIVING INTO DIGITAL NEWS  In our world of seemingly endless digital advancements, the necessity of a physical newspaper comes into question.
Digital news eclipses print as Americans embrace online updates
By Abigail Kim, Staff Writer • Jan 2, 2025
With digital news on the rise, print newspapers face declining readership and environmental concerns, urging a shift towards more sustainable and accessible media formats.
Millennials defend hip-hop icon Eminem's controversial music from Gen Z criticism
Eminem’s music ignites feud between Gen Z and Millennials
By Ocean Threats, Staff Writer • Dec 24, 2024
The generational feud over Eminem on TikTok highlights differing perspectives on music and culture between Millennials and Gen Z, emphasizing the evolving influence of social media.
 CREATION VS CREATOR  Finding the balance between science and religion, while complex, is more simple that most people believe.
Rethinking the divide between faith and science
By Abigail Kim, Staff Writer • Dec 23, 2024
The perceived conflict between science and Christianity is often overstated. Historical ties show they can complement each other, enriching both scientific inquiry and spiritual understanding.

American politics is deeply divisive and heated at times, as emotions charge rhetoric and drown out rational thought. It's time for political discussions to shift from blame to building bridges through compromise and cooperation.
It’s “just” politics. Everybody, chill out
By Joel Nam, Opinion Editor • Dec 11, 2024
In a climate of heightened political polarization, hyper-partisan media and social media algorithms deepen divides, urging Americans to pursue civil, informed discussions for meaningful change.
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.
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.
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
 Elections are exhaustingly long
Elections are exhaustingly long
By Isabella Mendoza, Staff Writer • Nov 5, 2024
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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
Often featuring individuals getting ready for their day, GRWMs contribute to our dangerous culture of oversharing, promoting loneliness and isolation.
GRWM to talk about oversharing online
By Abigail Kim, Staff Writer • Oct 5, 2024
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