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A Cessna plane lands after a general aviation flight at San Carlos Airport. Many of the flights at San Carlos Airport (SQL) are general aviation flights and are for recreational or hobby purposes, while others are for emergency response services.
San Carlos Airport narrowly avoids loss of air traffic controllers
Chloe Taylor, Staff Writer • February 4, 2025

San Carlos Airport (SQL) narrowly avoided losing its air traffic controllers after a dispute over contract renewal with the Federal Aviation...

While San Carlos' Lunar New Year Celebration is still young, the traditions found in the celebration, such as the Dragon Dance, which elementary school students performed, were not. San Carlos' celebration allowed everyone to feel welcome and joy on this occasion, regardless of who they are or if they have celebrated before. "The San Carlos Lunar New Year Celebration is more than just an event — it's a chance for all of us to come together, share joy, and learn more about one another. Whether it's your first time celebrating or this is already a beloved holiday, we hope this event brings you happiness," said Victoria Cheng, the community organizer for the celebration.
San Carlos welcomes the Year of the Snake
Claire Kornberg, Staff Writer • February 3, 2025

With performances from local schools, arts and crafts, and its lion dance, the City of San Carlos celebrated the Lunar New Year while emphasizing...

Karen Singer, from the California Kung Fu and Tai Chi Institute, performs Tai Chi with an imitation sword. The demonstration sport has evolved from a form of self-defense to a form of art that has been popularized among adults. “Our students perform with more ‘dangerous’ weaponry while us, adults, perform Tai Chi and only sometimes utilize weapons,” Singer said.
Indoor celebration brings Lunar New Year magic to Redwood City
Ami Dong, Staff Writer • February 3, 2025

Lion dancers. Martial artists. Taiko drummers. Despite the rainy weather and last-minute transition to hold the event indoors, the community...

Features
The Belmont Library serves as a common third place for many adolescents. “Third places bring my mood to be more calm and my stress levels to go down because they’re a nice place to unwind," said freshman Alexander Kan.
Beyond home: third places affect adolescents’ social lives
Ethan Ty, Staff Writer • February 3, 2025

In the corner of a bustling café, a group of teens huddle over steaming mugs, laughter mixing with the hum of conversation. These cozy gatherings...

Asians on the big screen
Asians on the big screen
Ami Dong, Staff Writer • January 30, 2025

Two hundred thirty-nine million dollars. That’s how much money the American romantic drama “Crazy Rich Asians” has earned since its...

Anaya Goradia, at 3 years old, carefully builds her gingerbread house, focusing on making it just right. Her playful creativity shines as she decorates at her pink table, surrounded by candy.
Balancing books, business, and baking
Shreya Parmar, Staff Writer • January 28, 2025

From Hobby to Hustle How Anaya Goradia Turned Baking Into a Business For many high school students, life revolves around homework, extracurriculars,...

Sports
Opinion
As he aims to solve the nation's most pressing issues, President Donald Trump insists that buying Greenland is an absolute necessity. Danish officials have rejected Trump's calls to give up Greenland. Nevertheless, acquiring Greenland from Denmark should be a top priority for all Americans.
Satire: The US must buy Greenland
Jacob Galatin, Staff Writer • January 31, 2025
Opinion: The Supreme Court needs term limits
January 27, 2025
Opinion: Carlmont needs to change parking lot rules in order to reduce traffic
January 22, 2025
Opinion: Japan is not the perfect utopia
January 20, 2025
Opinion: If you’re old enough to fight, you’re old enough to drink
January 18, 2025
Entertainment
Ethan Yao and Grant Ashcraft battle with their Pokémon cards during lunch at the Pokémon club. The Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) has become increasingly popular, and many players will spend lots of time and money building strong decks to battle with.
Pokémon cards ‘catch ’em all’ in a craze
Chloe Chu, Staff Writer • February 4, 2025
A TV shows the description for 'The Sex Lives of College Girls' on Amazon Prime. The header image shows the four initial main characters, Bela, Leighton, Whitney, and Kimberly. In Season 3, Leighton was replaced by two secondary characters: Kacey, a new roommate, and Taylor, a freshman who Bela mentors. “Taylor has had the most interesting plotline from this season. She’s a completely new character so we’re learning more about her every time she appears. I would like to see more of her,” said Carlmont senior Cecilia Baranzini.
‘The Sex Lives of College Girls’ leaves audiences wanting
Anoushka Swaminathan, Staff Writer • February 3, 2025
A teenage fan listens to one of Wallen's newer songs in anticipation for his upcoming album. Fans suspect that "Lies Lies Lies" will be one of the songs on his new album.
Morgan Wallen announces highly anticipated album and tour
Marin Moon, Staff Writer • January 31, 2025
Cartoons
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Cartoon: Progress to prejudice
Skylin Lui, Staff Writer • February 2, 2025
Literacy rates in children are going down, as many children arent being taught to read in early stages of school. Many teachers enter the professions not knowing how to effectively teach young kids how to read.
Cartoon: Losing literacy
Leher Kawadia, Staff Writer • February 2, 2025
The ban on TikTok left millions of users saddened after becoming part of their daily lives. It has become more than just an app for entertainment, it was become a community and a platform that has created thousands of jobs, leaving some worried about the future. However, just 12 hours later surprisingly, the ban was lifted. Right before his inauguration, President Donald Trump issued an executive order for the ban to be delayed. The online community rejoiced. Turns out, the ban was a quick pause. We all just need a break from scrolling, even if it’s just for. 12 hours!
Cartoon: Temporary TikTok trouble
Amber Chow, Staff Writer • February 2, 2025
Games
Crossword: Activists
Crossword: Activists
Isabelle Ling, Staff Writer • February 4, 2025
Trivia: Black History Month
February 3, 2025
Crossword: Behind the Curtain
January 31, 2025
Crossword: Lots of Corn
January 30, 2025
Quiz: Which Chinese zodiac animal are you?
January 29, 2025
Trending Stories
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With 2024 officially marking 50 years of Dungeons & Dragons (D&D), the media is noticing a shift in the game's popularity as D&D is pushed to more mainstream platforms. Evolving technologies are encouraging players to find innovative ways to play online while miles apart, but many feel traditional tabletop D&D will always be a favorite in the community. "The best way I have always found of describing the game is that you get to play through a book with your friends. A choose your own adventure you get to share with your table," said Carlmont teacher and D&D player of 20 years Travis Callan.

Dungeons & Dragons levels up to mainstream gaming

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Quiz: Are you more of a Glinda or an Elphaba?

Quiz: Are you more of a Glinda or an Elphaba?

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"Beyoncé Bowl" is now available on the live streaming platform Netflix. "I get to watch this high quality performance whenever I want," said Hana Yamawaki. "It's revolutionary."

Beyoncé debuts 'Cowboy Carter' on Netflix’s 'Beyoncé Bowl'

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Quiz: Which Jellycat are you?

Quiz: Which Jellycat are you?

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A viewer selects the second season of "Squid Game" to watch within Netflix's Squid Game Collection. The highly-anticipated second season has dominated Netflix's Top 10 charts since its release on Dec. 26. "Season 2 is a lot more unpredictable than Season 1," said Katelyn Yee, a sophomore at Carlmont. "Unlike the first season, you can't really tell who's going to die and who's going to survive."

'Squid Game' Season 2 tops charts with global impact

Campus
A student's desk is scattered with drawings, music, grades, graduation requirements, and a class schedule.
Creative or compulsory: students reflect on mandatory arts classes
Hunter Prince, Staff Writer • February 4, 2025
Students in the Naptime Club eat their lunch and catch up with their friends in a calm environment. "Other clubs that I attended are really rowdy and noisy," said Jaysie Ho, the president of the club. "Having the blinds closed and the lights off really creates a comfortable atmosphere for the members."
Naptime Club opens students’ eyes to lunchtime naps
Noah Galatin, Staff Writer • February 1, 2025
Jasmine Lee, a sophomore, cuts cookies in her homemade dough. She made plans with a friend after they chose not to attend winter formal. "I just don't find it that amusing to go stand, listen to loud music, and jump for hours," Lee said.
Students find alternatives to Formal
Sophia-Angelie Laluc, Staff Writer • February 1, 2025
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Editorials
Donald Trump signs orders to green-light the Keystone XL and Dakota Access pipelines.
Editorial: The Trump Administration will make no economic impact
Editorial Staff • February 4, 2025

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