Several Bay Area counties to extend shelter in place orders
Pavel Turovski, Staff Writer
April 28, 2020
In a joint letter addressed to the public, the health officers of six Bay Area counties describe a mutual agreement to prolong the shelter in place order through May. The health officers of Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Francisco, San Mateo, and Santa Clara have reportedly reached a consensus to...
Researchers race to find a vaccine for COVID-19
Leanna Gower, Staff Writer
April 28, 2020
As COVID-19 continues to rage across the U.S., scientists all over the world race to find a vaccine. Researchers are currently testing vaccines made from genetic engineering along with the traditional vaccine, composed of the inactive virus. A laboratory at Oxford University is preparing to ...
Dancers continue their passion despite COVID-19
Erin Kee and Kaylene Lin
April 26, 2020
Empty streets, closed businesses, quiet neighborhoods. Sometimes, it feels like the entire world is just...paused. But, despite a global pandemic, the world hasn't stopped moving. Dance teachers across the country are still finding ways to continue teaching and spreading their love for dance. Whether it...
Gallery: The Belmont/San Carlos community adapts to life amid the pandemic
Rachel McCrea, Staff Writer
April 24, 2020
A group of teenage boys walks their dogs through the Carlmont Shopping Center, masks covering their noses and mouths. It’s a Wednesday, and at this time they would usually be in their fifth period class. However, they haven’t been to school in over a month. “It seems like there are more pe...
FDA authorizes first at-home COVID-19 test
Chelsea Chang, Staff Writer
April 24, 2020
On Tuesday, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authorized the first at-home diagnostic test for COVID-19 under an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA). The testing kit, named Pixel, is developed by LabCorp. LabCorp, a leading global life sciences company focused on improving health by diagn...
Koalas released back into wild after Australian bushfires
Cambell Kirk, Staff Writer
April 24, 2020
In spite of all that's happening in the world today, there is some good news to be shared. Recently, some koalas that were injured in the recent Australian bushfires were re-released into the wild. Australia has not had it easy during the past couple of months. In November 2019, the government declared ...
How to make your own face mask during quarantine
Anna Cassidy, Segment Producer
April 23, 2020
Face masks are currently in high demand due to COVID-19, and as it’s important that hospitals have access to them, it may be difficult to find masks for you and your family. Here is a video on how to make a face mask at home, so you can help prevent the spread of this virus. Music: Pastoral by ...
Distance teaching: Educators adapt to a new work and home dynamic
Andrew Ghazouli, Segment Producer
April 23, 2020
As teachers change their lesson plans to best accommodate their students during distance learning, many of them also have to adjust to other challenges and responsibilities that come with their new routine.
Nobody Asked Podcast Episode 7: Quarantine isn’t actually that boring
David Su, Podcast Producer
April 22, 2020
New government guidelines to stay home are keeping everybody inside. People are getting bored of being cooped up and isolated, and host David Su is no exception. Listen along as David talks about what keeps him busy, as well as other things that can keep people entertained while staying inside. Follow...
How to thrive after COVID-19 arrives: San Mateo County’s mandatory face-covering order
Pavel Turovski, Staff Writer
April 21, 2020
How to thrive after COVID-19 arrives is an informative blog with ideas intended to improve the lives of those who are stuck at home. Passing the entrance to my local trailhead, I was greeted with a sign which informed me that masks are now required throughout the park. Returning home, I researched the or...
NFL stays afloat amidst COVID-19 crisis
Joshua Baxter, Staff Writer
April 21, 2020
The months of March and April are some of the most exciting months for sports fans everywhere. Between March Madness, the start of the MLB season, the NBA playoffs, the NFL offseason, and much more, there is so much action for all sorts of fans to enjoy. That is until the COVID-19 pandemic forced all...
Preston Kwok, Segment Producer
"Semper Vigilans, Always Vigilant." This is the motto that defines Civil Air Patrol (CAP), the Air Force civilian auxiliary. Although it is similar to the well-known Scouts...
Leanna Gower, Staff Writer
Forever 21 was once the fashion empire feared by other retailers and grew faster than anyone could have anticipated; however, faced with the competition of fast fashion and...
Every series must eventually come to an end, and it is often bittersweet to part with. This episode is all about what we appreciate the most about technical theater, and tying...
Kaylene Lin, Staff Writer
If the entire world were to become vegetarian by 2050, food-related greenhouse gas emissions would drop by around 60%. Imagine that. A world with only plant-based foods....
Nikhil Vyas, Staff Writer
This week, we are taking a look at Lost Cities, an easy 2-player card game where competitors will be going on expeditions to remote places in the world to score points. ...
Samantha Chu, Managing Editor
Let's talk about relationships — romantic relationships. In case you're wondering how qualified I am to talk about this, I'm not. High school relationships are by no...
Payton Zolck, Segment Producer
In this episode of Duck Tales, the ducks embark upon a new journey as they make their way to the park near Payton's house. At the park, the ducks start to explore new places. Music...
Josh Barde, Segment Producer
Over 1.2 trillion digital photos are taken each year worldwide, and 85% of those photos come from smartphones; however, those smartphone users often don’t know the quality...
Zachary Khouri, Scot Scoop Editor
Have you been reflecting on the memories you've made with friends over the years? Are you a senior planning on attending college without them? This is the perfect playlist...
Claire Tseng, Staff Writer
For many students, college is a critical time in their lives. It is the time where each individual adjusts to adulthood and can focus on the studies they enjoy...