Joel Nam, Editor-in-Chief
Pop culture update: Bad Bunny at the Super Bowl, P. Diddy sentencing and Taylor Swift’s new album
Swift’s album breaks streaming records despite mixed critical reception.
Van Nuys High School Club Rush showcases 55 student organizations
Annual event highlights diversity, new opportunities for student involvement despite shorter schedule
Self-belief above all
Doubting one's own abilities can cause people to miss out on their full potential
Self-improvement sells hustle, not balance
Relationships suffer as self-improvement shifts to transactional views
The Yondr pouch: LAUSD’s million-dollar failure
The Yondr pouch program aimed to curb distractions. But students outsmarted it, staff abandoned it and LAUSD is suffering the cost
Is there such a thing as a right friendship?
Lifelong friendships are built on shared experiences
Schools prioritize media literacy amid rising misinformation
Teaching media literacy fosters informed citizens
Aumenta la preocupación por la privacidad de los datos a medida que los gigantes tecnológicos recopilan más información
Los gobiernos deben actuar para salvaguardar la información personal
Data privacy concerns rise as tech giants collect more information
Governments must act to safeguard personal information
Students tackle homework’s challenges to enhance learning retention
The benefits of regular homework assignments
Risks of marijuana outweigh medicinal benefits, experts claim
Legalization linked to rise in traffic accidents and impaired driving
How mindset change boosts student school experiences
For a multitude of reasons, many students view school as the bane of their existence. However, with the right mindset and approach, school can become a place of growth, accomplishment and even enjoyment
Government expands mental health coverage, but gaps remain
Social media movements help destigmatize mental illness
Exploring the impact of ‘Defund the Police’ on public safety
Defunding police isn't anti-police; it's about reallocating resources effectively
The role of failure in shaping a resilient mindset
High school struggles offer personal growth
Free college debate: Weighing costs and consequences
Potential devaluation of college degrees
Eminem and his mother: A timeline of turmoil
Family dynamics shape musical themes
It’s “just” politics. Everybody, chill out
Emotions overpower logic in political debates
Trick or treat: Test your Halloween knowledge
Scare yourself with these tricky Halloween trivia questions.
Mental age quiz
Take this quiz to find out what your mental age is.
The hidden dangers of venting and how it can backfire
While venting can provide some much-needed relief and comfort, it also carries risks that can spiral out of control.
Gun violence ricochets in America
In America, hundreds die as a result of gun violence. In order to save lives, we must take decisive action to address broad societal and administrative issues.
Rethinking Christian values
Joel Nam shares his understanding of Christianity and how its beliefs can benefit society by teaching us to exercise patience, compassion and empathy.
Detoxing: How to retake control of your life
The abuse of cheap thrills and addictive products has become all too common in today's society. Taking a break from these destructive habits can liberate both the mind and body.
Clearing up the controversy: A writer’s response to criticism
"Lose some weight, it’s not healthy to be heavy" is an article sharing my stance on obesity in today’s society. Here are my responses to the backlash voiced by student readers.
Quiz: Are you smarter than a fifth grader?
The average fifth grader can answer at least 10 of these questions. Can you match their score?
Feel the love: Valentine’s Day trivia that will make your heart beat with pride!
Do you yearn for days of romance yore? Take our Valentine's Day history quiz to see how much you really know about this special holiday.
Too little too late: LAUSD’s policy is sabotaging the next generation
The largest school district in California is holding their students back and getting away with it.
Gawrsh! Which Disney character are you?
See where you belong in the Disney universe with this musical quiz.