San Mateo County responds to climate crisis
Katerina Gaines, Staff writer
November 12, 2019
Concerned members of the San Mateo County Democracy for America (SMCDFA) met with Dave Pine, a member of the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors, to hear how the county plans to slow the effects of climate change. The group meets the first Wednesday of every month, discussing different problems that they hope to help with. At the meeting on No...
Belmont Library’s Diwali celebration warms hearts
Anika Marino, Staff Writer
November 12, 2019
Chatter and loud music echoed from inside the Belmont Library, where an annual Diwali celebration took place as participants laughed and bonded over a tradition-filled holiday. Diwali, the Indian new year, is typically celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs, and Jains. The word comes from the Sanskrit word "de...
Día de los Muertos festival is alive with tradition
Kiana George, Staff writer
November 9, 2019
The Redwood City Dia de los Muertos festival brought together the Hispanic community to celebrate a meaningful occasion in their Latin heritage. The non-profit organization Casa Círculo Cultural was responsible for coordinating the event on Nov. 3. Their mission is to promote the community's understanding of Sp...
Belmont pushes for affordable housing
Adri ten Cate, Staff Writer
November 6, 2019
As more people move to the Bay Area to find jobs, the push for affordable housing has found a foothold in Belmont. According to Plan Bay Area 2040, the Bay Area has too little housing for too many people. The current imbalance between supply and demand is affecting the price and quantity of housing, leading to a...
New tools by Apple and Google attempt to cure smartphone addiction
Ethan Hsu, Staff Writter
November 6, 2019
In a study conducted by the Poland Medical University, one in every four children is addicted to the internet, according to PsychGuides, an resource from American Addiction Centers. To help curb this growing problem, Apple and Google are proposing new smartphone-based solutions and revising company...
Lawmakers consider public takeover of PG&E
Eddy Yeretnov, Staff Writer
November 5, 2019
While PG&E goes through its public safety power shutoff program and the Kincade fire rages on, many lawmakers, both local and federal, consider a public takeover of the bankrupt utility. PG&E is facing bankruptcy over the damages caused in the 2018 Camp Fire. Now, with PG&E at the mercy of bankruptcy court, ...
San Mateo Cat Show presents a ‘pawsome’ lineup of exotic cats
Wyatt Binnard, Staff Writer
November 3, 2019
iPurrcats's third International Cat Association (TICA) show at the San Mateo Event Center brought together over a hundred cats of all shapes and sizes to compete for prizes and to perform for visitors. Nov. 2 marked the third cat show that has been run by iPurrcats in San Mateo, connecting cat owne...
Voter’s Choice Act aims to improve democracy and voter participation
November 3, 2019
To increase voter turnout, California has implemented the Voter’s Choice Act. The U.S. is one of the only nations in the world where everybody has the right to vote freely. However, only a little over half of the population exercise this freedom, potentially affecting the outcome of elections. The Voter’s Choice Act aims to fix this problem by pr...
Anniversary of the Loma Prieta jolts earthquake concerns
Cori Nicholson, Staff Writer
October 31, 2019
In 1989, the Loma Prieta earthquake rattled the Bay Area, causing $6 billion in damage, 3,757 injuries, and 63 deaths. The anniversary of this earthquake marks the most destructive earthquake in California's recent history. It is a solemn reminder to the Bay Area's residents who are often plagued wi...
Activists commemorate historic blockade of militarized weapons
Khalid Kishawi, Staff Writer
October 30, 2019
Few actions inspire more pride for Bay Area Palestinian activists than the blockade of an Israeli shipping line at California’s Port of Oakland on Oct. 24, 2014. A diverse gathering of activists in San Francisco’s Mission District commemorated the five-year mark of Block the Boat, a series of protests preventing the Israeli...
World Vegetable Festival attracts environmentally-inclined foodies
Lora Simakova and Isabelle Nunes
October 30, 2019
Rooted in guidance and education for healthy living, the 20th Annual World Vegetable Festival offered a variety of plant-based foods along with a fun and tasty atmosphere. The festival inspired attendees to lead environmentally-friendly lives by providing them with plenty of vegan snacks and meals, great s...
Dogs serve tricks and treats at costume contest
Kaylene Lin and Erin Kee
October 29, 2019
Ears up, tails wagging, and costumes on. That's one small step for dog, one giant leap for dog-kind. Or at least it was to the crowd that had gathered at Ghirardelli Square to witness YAP's first Halloween Dog Costume Contest on Oct. 26. YAP is the oldest store in Ghirardelli Square beside...
Sabrina Lo, Staff Writer
As students and parents pass through the office, they are greeted by the friendly faces of the secretaries. But, they do so much more than make people feel welcome. With...
Ethan Torban, Staff Writer
WARNING: This following article contains minor spoilers for the game "Jedi: Fallen Order." "Jedi: Fallen Order" has just reinvented the video game genre for years to come....
Emma Romanowsky, Highlander Editor-in-Chief
As the temperature continues to drop, so does body image. The holidays are notoriously associated with massive feasts, over-the-top sales, and the excess of consumption....
Leanna Gower, Staff Writer
As finals are just around the corner, students find themselves struggling to study for their upcoming exams. Many are overloaded with assignments leading up to review week,...
Ailee Lim, Staff Writer
The Hillsdale mall is currently adding new restaurants, an outside area, and a bowling alley. The Cinépolis movie theater, which was only recently integrated, sets itself...
Izzy Wilson, Staff Writer
Leadership. Confidence. Teamwork. Competition. These are all essential attributes that are necessary for everyday life. The Carlmont JV boys soccer team exemplified...
Adila Azizali, Staff Writer
Religion is a sensitive topic to touch on. Due to the different views and opinions based on the subject, it is adequately discussed. High school students have reached the...
Carlmont constructed a $6.7 million lab building in 2011. The goal? To introduce possibilities for students. Since 2002, Carlmont has been offering biotechnology courses....
Isabella Wesson, Staff Writer
Carlmont girls JV basketball suffered their first loss of the season against Saint Francis High School on Dec. 4. The match was one of three in the Mountain View tournament,...
Zachary Khouri, Scot Scoop Editor
Last Friday, I had the pleasure of laying back in my chair and snacking on popcorn while I watched Rian Johnson’s “Knives Out” in theaters. I have much to say about...