The United States has always been known as the cultural melting pot of the globe: the assimilation of various cultures into one nation. Nowhere in the nation is this notion stronger than in California.  Out...

For many students, college is terrifying. With seniors beginning to hear back from colleges, some juniors may find themselves worrying about college applications in the fall, especially with recent...

A young middle school student gazes intently, unaware they have yet to stray their eyes from the stage nor move for nearly an hour. They had unwillingly come to the performance as required for music class...

Carlmont High School has required juniors to attend the nationally administered Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test (PSAT) for many years. However, this year’s test on Oct. 13 is different. Juniors...

The global COVID-19 pandemic turned the spotlight towards the role of technology in students’ learning environments, with distance learning and the return to school relying entirely upon the student...

With the return of in-person classes at Carlmont, the instrumental music department has received new protocols that will ensure ensembles are a safe space for students to create music again.  The issue...

Since the Jan. 6 riot in the Capitol, former Republican house chair and Wyoming Representative Liz Cheney has been staunchly anti-Trump. Immediately following the riot and the former President’s impeachment...

As one of the traditional pillars of a democratic society, freedom of speech has faced constant attempts to define and redefine its parameters.  This is especially true regarding the free speech rights...

Following the Voting Rights Act (VPA) ratification in 1965, American democracy has made great strides in increasing general voter turnout and diversity. In 2013, the Supreme Court annulled Sections...

In modern times, many people obtain their cultural knowledge through media in the form of the internet, movies, television shows, and stereotypes. Asian and Asian American culture is a victim of this...

Many believe that one of the potential dangers to a democracy is a possible lack of knowledge in the voting population on key issues. Specifically, the danger lies in how a lack of knowledge can cause...

After the unprecedented Capitol riot two weeks ago, President-Elect Joe Biden’s victory in the 2020 election was confirmed by Congress.   Before the confirmation, the Senate and House of Representatives...

Many renowned cities have unique advantages such as location, ancient architecture that attract tourists, increased revenue, beautification, and a sense of originality. Belmont, being similar to many...

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The Twin Pines Park Tree Succession plan, which is the newest portion of Belmont’s Twin Pines Park Master Plan, was officially passed by the Belmont City Council on Sept. 2. The plan focuses on improving...