Boycotting rises in popularity
Swiping through his friends’ Instagram stories, sophomore Aaron Shone feels a sense of déjà vu wash over him. Dozens of reposts of the same green and white infographic in support of boycotting...
View ArticleSolving Earth: Lucas and Holden’s new approach to tackling climate change
Writers’ Note: Earth Day is just around the corner (well, a couple corners), and we strongly encourage everyone to participate. The health of our planet has a direct impact on our lives and future, and...
View ArticlePresidential elections raise mixed opinions
The 2024 presidential election is rapidly approaching. With incumbent Joe Biden leading Democratic primaries and Donald Trump leading Republican primaries, a Biden-Trump rematch is potentially on the...
View ArticleBooks, movies provide romance tropes, unrealistic expectations
As rain taps steadily on the windows in front of her, junior Lava Serohi wraps a white, fuzzy blanket around her shoulders. She snuggles closer to her sister on the couch, getting ready to watch “10...
View ArticleStudent-run clubs champion social change
In a wave of teal, Paly students rush to cram into the football field’s student section before kickoff as senior Tate Hardy hands out teal ribbons and wristbands to commemorate Ovarian Cancer Awareness...
View ArticleASB hosts Quadchella during Spring Spirit Week
Paly ASB hosted Quadchella featuring live music from students and teachers for Spring Spirit Week during lunch on Wednesday, March 27. One of the performing bands included history teacher Grant...
View ArticleShort-form content popularity suspected to dramatically lower attention span,...
As the clock slowly ticks, sophomore Teresa Wang repeatedly taps a pencil on her desk and holds her head heavily in her hand, staring blankly at the worksheet in front of her. Losing patience at her...
View ArticleTaste testing viral influencer snacks, beverages so you don’t have to
After successfully infiltrating the entertainment industry with clickbaits and scams, many YouTubers try to insert themselves into the food industry hoping to farm even more money from their naive...
View ArticlePaly Theatre presents Shakespeare’s ‘Hamlet’
Paly Theatre’s spring production, “Hamlet,” premiered at the Performing Arts Center on April 13. Set in modern day Denmark, Prince Hamlet (senior Kyle Vetter) is commanded by his father’s ghost to...
View ArticleIt’s important to recognize passions, parents, privilege
My eyes blur as I get a headache, stressing over feeling behind on school and extracurriculars. When I take a look around me, I feel overwhelmed by what everyone else is doing: robotics, sports, Speech...
View ArticleInternational universities enhance independence, broaden perspectives
When former Paly student Diana Narancic applied to colleges during her senior year, international schools didn’t cross her mind until she started researching opportunities online. Narancic, who...
View ArticleFarmers markets foster learning, support local businesses
As a school bell blares through Ohlone Elementary School, students rush from the classrooms, heading towards the school’s own farmers’ market with cash clutched in their hands. Freshman Leilani Chen,...
View ArticleNew York Times games rise in popularity among students, building community
If junior Ivan Sandler isn’t playing The New York Times’s “Wordle,” “Connections” or “The Mini” while his first-period math class takes notes, then that means he already completed the games and sent...
View ArticleImperial Treasure restaurant offers authentic Chinese cuisine
Tucked away within the Palo Alto Central building on California Avenue lies Imperial Treasure, a Chinese restaurant that opened at the end of last year. As Chinese-Americans, we have our reservations...
View ArticleNeel Predicts: UFC 300 to showcase most entertaining battles to date
Every year, the Ultimate Fighting Championship expands their reach exponentially when they put together more than 40 live events for fans to watch. The UFC is a league that has not just become...
View ArticleA balancing act of jobs, extracurriculars, and academics
As dawn breaks, the gentle glow of the sun seeps through the window of a bustling Starbucks, illuminating junior Kaitlyn Gonzalez. She stands behind the counter, swiftly operating the espresso machine...
View ArticleSummer programs increase student curiosity, exploration
As senior Clare Antonow stepped onto Fordham University’s Lincoln Center campus for the New York Times Summer Academy in the summer of 2023, she was immediately immersed in a crowd of international...
View ArticleNew generations pursue unconventional careers
In a time where younger Americans are increasingly pursuing unconventional pathways such as trade school or seeking opportunities overseas, students may find themselves straying from the quintessential...
View ArticleDear Christie: Advice from me to you
Disclaimer: None of these scenarios are based on real people or situations, nor am I a trained therapist. My advice for these purely fictional characters is not meant to be taken as a replacement for...
View ArticleSuperfan Dan boosts morale
“Fire!” The swimmers and Dan Starrett shout in unison. Moments later, the athletes on the pool deck break away from their huddle, leaving Starrett, otherwise known as “Superfan Dan”, standing there,...
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