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The student news site of Carlmont High School in Belmont, California.

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Sabrina Talpur

Sabrina Talpur, Staff Writer

Senior staff writer for Scotscoop and the Highlander.

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Lady Gaga performing on stage. Image courtesy of Wikipedia.

Lady Gaga debuts ‘Artpop Film’ for ‘G.U.Y.’

Sabrina Talpur, Staff Writer March 24, 2014

Lady Gaga debuted her new music video on NBC for her song “G.U.Y., ” before she made it available online. “G.U.Y. – An ARTPOP Film” was nearly 12 minutes long, exceeding the length of “Telephone,”...

Puberty is an important step in self image and discovery and everyone can feel insecure during this awkward time of life. Photo source: Wikimedia .

That awkward moment

Sabrina Talpur, Staff Writer February 18, 2014

“Puberty is uncomfortable for everyone I think. Plain and simple. It’s a time of a lot of changes and it seems people get really sensitive and more self-conscious. It’s kind of like going through...

Bangerz tour dates. Photo credit to wikimedia.

Miley Cyrus’ Bangerz tour

Sabrina Talpur, Staff Writer February 18, 2014

Miley Cyrus kicked off her highly anticipated Bangerz world tour in Vancouver on Valentine's Day, the first of 60 stops. The singer started off her tour with an aim to wow the crowd with her controversial...

The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival.

The craze surrounding Coachella

Sabrina Talpur, Staff Writer January 22, 2014

“Coachella has definitely become the place to be when it comes around. Everyone wants to go the festival, listen to good music, and have a good time with friends,” said senior Marisely Monterroso. The...

The rise in book to movie adaptations

The rise in book to movie adaptations

Sabrina Talpur, Staff Writer December 12, 2013

Over the course of years, the number of book to movie adaptations have increased significantly, specifically from the young adult genre. “I think movie producers want to use the storylines that authors...

Carlmont students take on Sojourn to the Past

Carlmont students take on Sojourn to the Past

Sabrina Talpur, Staff Writer December 4, 2013

“Sojourn to the Past is something I’ve been wanting to do since I was a freshman, so I’m beyond excited to do it this year,” said senior Lizzie Guilford. The Sojourn to the Past Club is meant...

The power of words through creative writing is strong.

Creation station

Sabrina Talpur, Staff Writer November 15, 2013

“Creative reWriters Club is for writers and poets who want to further explore their talents by trying out different writing techniques and styles,” said senior and Vice President Adrielle Van Amsterdam. Creative...

American Cancer Society, the official sponsor of birthdays.

Carlmont’s stand against cancer

Sabrina Talpur, Staff Writer November 1, 2013

“When someone has cancer, it affects not only that person but everyone else around them. In the long run so many people are targeted by the disease and I’ve always wanted to help find a way to a cure...

Green Youth Alliance's "Food Revolution"

Green Youth Alliance’s “Food Revolution”

Sabrina Talpur, Staff Writer October 23, 2013

“Right now Green Youth Alliance is taking steps on spreading awareness about healthy food,” said senior and President of GYA, Gabby D’Souza. Most recently GYA met up at the Redwood City Library Oct....

Carlmont drama expands its horizons

Carlmont drama expands its horizons

Sabrina Talpur, Staff Writer October 2, 2013

Carlmont is now part of the International Thespian Society, which has chapters for high school drama students all over the world. Thespian Society, a brand new drama club, welcomes all interested in theater,...

Fanatical for fiction

Fanatical for fiction

Sabrina Talpur, Staff Writer September 19, 2013

Novel Ideas, a book club, is filled with book lovers genuinely looking forward to discussing books they read. The book club is located in room A3 with Victoria Nilson as the staff sponsor. Senior...

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