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Tony Gapastione, founder of Bravemker Film Production Company, introduces his company and gives inspiring directors words of encouragement. "He’s going to talk a little bit about his agency tomorrow and really share with the directors an opportunity to potentially have films shared this summer, and other potential internship opportunities, which is amazing," said Telisha Brent.
Teen Film Festival empowers local youth to showcase their talents
Caitlin Stehr, Staff Writer • November 19, 2024

Redwood City kicked off its first Teen Film Festival, providing a platform for teenagers to express themselves through their passion for writing...

A student prepares a table for Thanksgiving with decorations, plants, and snacks. Thanksgiving is a popular American holiday that takes place on the fourth Thursday in November.
Immigrant families transform holiday traditions with cultural practices
Addya Agarwal, Staff Writer • November 19, 2024

Immigrant families celebrate the holiday season by blending cultural traditions and American customs, reflecting the diverse heritage of the...

The Coast Guard set a positive example by donating toys to children in Puerto Rico. The volunteers in the event included Coast Guard members stationed near Naguabo, Puerto Rico, who delivered toys to children in the city.
Volunteers and donations bring holiday joy to families in need
Grace Liu, Staff Writer • November 19, 2024

As the holiday season arrives, clothes and toy drives provide necessary help for families in need. Volunteers play a large part in these drives,...

Wastewater transforms into clean drinking water — a process so overlooked it almost seems like magic. Yet, it requires advanced technology and care to ensure safety and sustainability.
The clear solution
Audrey Finigan and Daniella Smit November 15, 2024

Jonas Sijbrant, a Carlmont junior, goes all in during a home poker game.
All in: the consequences of adolescent gambling
Bailey Chinnan, Staff Writer • November 14, 2024

The clinking of chips against felt, the spinning of slot machines, the ring of a DraftKings notification. These are the sounds that surround...

Student homelessness is a large issue in not only San Francisco, but in California as a whole. Social workers contribute tirelessly to a system that effectively supports youth who qualify. But for those who don't, the road to housing is a bit less straightforward.
Studying on the streets: students struggle with homelessness in the Bay Area
Rachel Alcazar and Elaine Jiang November 7, 2024

Just three months before she would have graduated high school, Issa Rivera got kicked out of her house by her parents. For the next few months,...

The 2025 Grammy nominees for Song of the Year showcase a wide range of talent, from Taylor Swift’s storytelling to Beyoncé’s genre-blending creativity. Fans will have to wait until Feb. 2 to see who takes home the prestigious honor.
Grammys Song of the Year nominations spotlight music’s biggest stars
Shreya Parmar, Staff Writer • November 16, 2024
Costco offers a wide selection of vegetables available in bulk, ideal for customers looking to stock up.
Costco shoppers weigh the impacts of buying in bulk
April Diehn, Staff Writer • November 15, 2024
A student takes home their birthday freebies from Sephora and Kendra Scott.
Students unwrap birthday deals
Leslie Roberts, Staff Writer • November 14, 2024
beep boop
Cartoon: Caffeine consumptions
Skylin Lui, Staff Writer • November 18, 2024
The recent E. coli outbreak sourced from McDonald’s Quarter Pounder burgers was not the beginning of the corporation’s struggle in 2024. Towards the end of July, McDonald’s witnessed a significant loss of customers and sales due to increasing prices and inflation. A Big Mac cost $5.69 in the U.S. and $8.07 in Switzerland. Just as McDonald’s began working its way back into American customers' hearts, the company and population confronted the E. coli outbreak. In 2022, a similar conflict occurred when several children were admitted to a hospital and experienced E. coli symptoms after consuming McDonald’s food. Considering the company didn’t suffer much from the incident, they will likely repeat this outcome and quickly return from their struggles.
Cartoon: Sickly sales
Grace Stiefel, Staff Writer • November 4, 2024
Despite improvements in health coverage for racial minorities, bias and discrimination in healthcare persist. Research shows that about one in five adults in the U.S. have faced racial discrimination during medical encounters. This experience damages trust and diverts effective communication between patients and providers, leading to unwillingness to seek care in the future. One example of this bias is the distinction in narcotic prescriptions, where African American patients often receive fewer prescriptions compared to their white counterparts. Each patient should receive equitable healthcare, regardless of their race or background.
Cartoon: Bias check-up
Grace Stiefel, Staff Writer • October 28, 2024
Crossword: Online
Crossword: Online
Isabelle Ling, Staff Writer • November 19, 2024
Trivia: US Facts
November 18, 2024
Crossword: Famous Cities
November 14, 2024
Art club members use school-issued equipment to work on their latest project in Schulman's highly decorated art classroom. They seek inspirations for their art pieces in each other, the classroom, and the world around them.
Art club sketches big plans while creating individual connections
Leher Kawadia, Staff Writer • November 19, 2024
The Kennedy family crest replaces the stars on the canton of the American flag. Much of American politics is dominated by a select group of families, including the Kennedys.
Opinion: How select families run American politics
Chloe Taylor, Staff Writer • November 19, 2024
Broadcast
With high shares of the market, industry giants monopolize content, forcing viewers to pay the price for exclusive media. Because the streaming industry has little to no regulation in subscription pricing, consumers are at the mercy of corporations.
Editorial: Streaming services cannot monopolize the entertainment industry
Editorial Staff November 19, 2024
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