My mother lied to me: Hiccups do not make you one inch taller December 7, 2023 — by Saachi Jain Somehow, hiccups have a way of surfacing at the worst possible moments — say, during a test or in the middle of a presentation. Your speaking is interrupted by the shallow “hics,” often accompanied by a stomachache, exhaustion and an overall feeling of suffering. For me, hiccups have always been triggered when I laugh too […] read more » The best at-home movie snack: lemon popcorn December 7, 2023 — by Sanjoli Gupta Picture this: It’s 9 p.m. and “Madame Secretary” is playing on your computer as you snuggle comfortably under the blanket ready to enjoy a relaxing evening, when a sudden stomach grumble pushes you to get some food. Not wanting to have the same old popcorn again like you do every movie night, you try to […] read more » A letter to my younger self: It was never that deep, so don’t take life too seriously December 7, 2023 — by Anika Kapasi Dear my sixth-grade self, I’m proud of you. After entering high school, you ended up getting through the first two years and are hanging on in your third. You managed to survive the thermodynamics unit in Chemistry Honors, figured out what the heck was going on in Toni Morrison’s novel “Beloved” in English 11 Honors […] read more » Shared experiences and togetherness are the essence of Christmas December 5, 2023 — by Richard Fan The sky spun as my ski snagged on a pine tree, sending me hurtling toward the powder drift below. I had aimed to do a left 360 over the tree, but as I caught my ski, the rotation went awry, and I struggled to reorient myself. Moments later, I found myself buried in snow, wincing […] read more » The Falcon’s guide to gift-giving during the holiday season December 5, 2023 — by Shirina Cao It’s now December, Christmas is coming up and you might not know what to buy for your friends and family. Well, don’t worry, because The Falcon’s got your back. Sometimes ideas for gifts naturally come up in conversations, but for others, brainstorming takes a lot more effort. When it comes to gift-giving, context is everything. […] read more » The ‘Bojack Horseman’ Christmas Special: a charming and profound take on all things Christmas December 3, 2023 — by Anthony Luo When I finished the final episode of “Bojack Horseman” last year (the series had six seasons and ran from 2014-2020), I found myself drowning in the show’s unwaveringly personal depictions of substance abuse and mental health. In desperate need of something to cheer me up after this especially gloomy binge-watching session, I turned to the […] read more » If you’re happy and you know it, clap your hands (or not) December 2, 2023 — by Annika Gho In a world of extreme “hustle” culture, it’s difficult to remain constantly self-aware. And that is certainly the case for me. With my tendency to zone out in class and generally terrible punctuality, I’ve probably done something to annoy those around me. In order to explore how I am seen in my friends’ eyes, I […] read more » A guide to Christmas: making the most out of the best holiday December 1, 2023 — by Jane Lee As part of celebrating arguably the most enjoyable holiday, Christmas’s small traditions and activities deserve to be better appreciated — maybe some people think it’s childish to rewatch “The Polar Express” for the 10th time, but I find that indulging in quiet moments like these is never a waste of time. Instead of being overshadowed […] read more » My room is submerged in keepsakes from China November 29, 2023 — by Jessica Li As you step into my room, you’re not just entering a living space; you’re diving headfirst into a vibrant kaleidoscope of my adventures in China. With charms dangling from door handles, red money packets taped securely on walls and the most eccentric items adorning every available surface, my room is overwhelmingly engulfed by treasures from […] read more » Top 10: people to leave out of your Thanksgiving dinner invites November 25, 2023 — by Amy Luo 10. The knock-knock joker My face muscles are sore from faking laughs, and soon we’ll have to suffer the painfully awkward silence that speaks volumes about how unfunny you actually sound (no offense). Please don’t knock on my door on Thanksgiving day. 9. The Instagram influencer Phones eat first? I think not. I will be […] read more » firstprevious...7891011...2030405060...nextlast
The best at-home movie snack: lemon popcorn December 7, 2023 — by Sanjoli Gupta Picture this: It’s 9 p.m. and “Madame Secretary” is playing on your computer as you snuggle comfortably under the blanket ready to enjoy a relaxing evening, when a sudden stomach grumble pushes you to get some food. Not wanting to have the same old popcorn again like you do every movie night, you try to […] read more » A letter to my younger self: It was never that deep, so don’t take life too seriously December 7, 2023 — by Anika Kapasi Dear my sixth-grade self, I’m proud of you. After entering high school, you ended up getting through the first two years and are hanging on in your third. You managed to survive the thermodynamics unit in Chemistry Honors, figured out what the heck was going on in Toni Morrison’s novel “Beloved” in English 11 Honors […] read more » Shared experiences and togetherness are the essence of Christmas December 5, 2023 — by Richard Fan The sky spun as my ski snagged on a pine tree, sending me hurtling toward the powder drift below. I had aimed to do a left 360 over the tree, but as I caught my ski, the rotation went awry, and I struggled to reorient myself. Moments later, I found myself buried in snow, wincing […] read more » The Falcon’s guide to gift-giving during the holiday season December 5, 2023 — by Shirina Cao It’s now December, Christmas is coming up and you might not know what to buy for your friends and family. Well, don’t worry, because The Falcon’s got your back. Sometimes ideas for gifts naturally come up in conversations, but for others, brainstorming takes a lot more effort. When it comes to gift-giving, context is everything. […] read more » The ‘Bojack Horseman’ Christmas Special: a charming and profound take on all things Christmas December 3, 2023 — by Anthony Luo When I finished the final episode of “Bojack Horseman” last year (the series had six seasons and ran from 2014-2020), I found myself drowning in the show’s unwaveringly personal depictions of substance abuse and mental health. In desperate need of something to cheer me up after this especially gloomy binge-watching session, I turned to the […] read more » If you’re happy and you know it, clap your hands (or not) December 2, 2023 — by Annika Gho In a world of extreme “hustle” culture, it’s difficult to remain constantly self-aware. And that is certainly the case for me. With my tendency to zone out in class and generally terrible punctuality, I’ve probably done something to annoy those around me. In order to explore how I am seen in my friends’ eyes, I […] read more » A guide to Christmas: making the most out of the best holiday December 1, 2023 — by Jane Lee As part of celebrating arguably the most enjoyable holiday, Christmas’s small traditions and activities deserve to be better appreciated — maybe some people think it’s childish to rewatch “The Polar Express” for the 10th time, but I find that indulging in quiet moments like these is never a waste of time. Instead of being overshadowed […] read more » My room is submerged in keepsakes from China November 29, 2023 — by Jessica Li As you step into my room, you’re not just entering a living space; you’re diving headfirst into a vibrant kaleidoscope of my adventures in China. With charms dangling from door handles, red money packets taped securely on walls and the most eccentric items adorning every available surface, my room is overwhelmingly engulfed by treasures from […] read more » Top 10: people to leave out of your Thanksgiving dinner invites November 25, 2023 — by Amy Luo 10. The knock-knock joker My face muscles are sore from faking laughs, and soon we’ll have to suffer the painfully awkward silence that speaks volumes about how unfunny you actually sound (no offense). Please don’t knock on my door on Thanksgiving day. 9. The Instagram influencer Phones eat first? I think not. I will be […] read more » firstprevious...7891011...2030405060...nextlast
A letter to my younger self: It was never that deep, so don’t take life too seriously December 7, 2023 — by Anika Kapasi Dear my sixth-grade self, I’m proud of you. After entering high school, you ended up getting through the first two years and are hanging on in your third. You managed to survive the thermodynamics unit in Chemistry Honors, figured out what the heck was going on in Toni Morrison’s novel “Beloved” in English 11 Honors […] read more » Shared experiences and togetherness are the essence of Christmas December 5, 2023 — by Richard Fan The sky spun as my ski snagged on a pine tree, sending me hurtling toward the powder drift below. I had aimed to do a left 360 over the tree, but as I caught my ski, the rotation went awry, and I struggled to reorient myself. Moments later, I found myself buried in snow, wincing […] read more » The Falcon’s guide to gift-giving during the holiday season December 5, 2023 — by Shirina Cao It’s now December, Christmas is coming up and you might not know what to buy for your friends and family. Well, don’t worry, because The Falcon’s got your back. Sometimes ideas for gifts naturally come up in conversations, but for others, brainstorming takes a lot more effort. When it comes to gift-giving, context is everything. […] read more » The ‘Bojack Horseman’ Christmas Special: a charming and profound take on all things Christmas December 3, 2023 — by Anthony Luo When I finished the final episode of “Bojack Horseman” last year (the series had six seasons and ran from 2014-2020), I found myself drowning in the show’s unwaveringly personal depictions of substance abuse and mental health. In desperate need of something to cheer me up after this especially gloomy binge-watching session, I turned to the […] read more » If you’re happy and you know it, clap your hands (or not) December 2, 2023 — by Annika Gho In a world of extreme “hustle” culture, it’s difficult to remain constantly self-aware. And that is certainly the case for me. With my tendency to zone out in class and generally terrible punctuality, I’ve probably done something to annoy those around me. In order to explore how I am seen in my friends’ eyes, I […] read more » A guide to Christmas: making the most out of the best holiday December 1, 2023 — by Jane Lee As part of celebrating arguably the most enjoyable holiday, Christmas’s small traditions and activities deserve to be better appreciated — maybe some people think it’s childish to rewatch “The Polar Express” for the 10th time, but I find that indulging in quiet moments like these is never a waste of time. Instead of being overshadowed […] read more » My room is submerged in keepsakes from China November 29, 2023 — by Jessica Li As you step into my room, you’re not just entering a living space; you’re diving headfirst into a vibrant kaleidoscope of my adventures in China. With charms dangling from door handles, red money packets taped securely on walls and the most eccentric items adorning every available surface, my room is overwhelmingly engulfed by treasures from […] read more » Top 10: people to leave out of your Thanksgiving dinner invites November 25, 2023 — by Amy Luo 10. The knock-knock joker My face muscles are sore from faking laughs, and soon we’ll have to suffer the painfully awkward silence that speaks volumes about how unfunny you actually sound (no offense). Please don’t knock on my door on Thanksgiving day. 9. The Instagram influencer Phones eat first? I think not. I will be […] read more » firstprevious...7891011...2030405060...nextlast
Shared experiences and togetherness are the essence of Christmas December 5, 2023 — by Richard Fan The sky spun as my ski snagged on a pine tree, sending me hurtling toward the powder drift below. I had aimed to do a left 360 over the tree, but as I caught my ski, the rotation went awry, and I struggled to reorient myself. Moments later, I found myself buried in snow, wincing […] read more » The Falcon’s guide to gift-giving during the holiday season December 5, 2023 — by Shirina Cao It’s now December, Christmas is coming up and you might not know what to buy for your friends and family. Well, don’t worry, because The Falcon’s got your back. Sometimes ideas for gifts naturally come up in conversations, but for others, brainstorming takes a lot more effort. When it comes to gift-giving, context is everything. […] read more » The ‘Bojack Horseman’ Christmas Special: a charming and profound take on all things Christmas December 3, 2023 — by Anthony Luo When I finished the final episode of “Bojack Horseman” last year (the series had six seasons and ran from 2014-2020), I found myself drowning in the show’s unwaveringly personal depictions of substance abuse and mental health. In desperate need of something to cheer me up after this especially gloomy binge-watching session, I turned to the […] read more » If you’re happy and you know it, clap your hands (or not) December 2, 2023 — by Annika Gho In a world of extreme “hustle” culture, it’s difficult to remain constantly self-aware. And that is certainly the case for me. With my tendency to zone out in class and generally terrible punctuality, I’ve probably done something to annoy those around me. In order to explore how I am seen in my friends’ eyes, I […] read more » A guide to Christmas: making the most out of the best holiday December 1, 2023 — by Jane Lee As part of celebrating arguably the most enjoyable holiday, Christmas’s small traditions and activities deserve to be better appreciated — maybe some people think it’s childish to rewatch “The Polar Express” for the 10th time, but I find that indulging in quiet moments like these is never a waste of time. Instead of being overshadowed […] read more » My room is submerged in keepsakes from China November 29, 2023 — by Jessica Li As you step into my room, you’re not just entering a living space; you’re diving headfirst into a vibrant kaleidoscope of my adventures in China. With charms dangling from door handles, red money packets taped securely on walls and the most eccentric items adorning every available surface, my room is overwhelmingly engulfed by treasures from […] read more » Top 10: people to leave out of your Thanksgiving dinner invites November 25, 2023 — by Amy Luo 10. The knock-knock joker My face muscles are sore from faking laughs, and soon we’ll have to suffer the painfully awkward silence that speaks volumes about how unfunny you actually sound (no offense). Please don’t knock on my door on Thanksgiving day. 9. The Instagram influencer Phones eat first? I think not. I will be […] read more » firstprevious...7891011...2030405060...nextlast
The Falcon’s guide to gift-giving during the holiday season December 5, 2023 — by Shirina Cao It’s now December, Christmas is coming up and you might not know what to buy for your friends and family. Well, don’t worry, because The Falcon’s got your back. Sometimes ideas for gifts naturally come up in conversations, but for others, brainstorming takes a lot more effort. When it comes to gift-giving, context is everything. […] read more » The ‘Bojack Horseman’ Christmas Special: a charming and profound take on all things Christmas December 3, 2023 — by Anthony Luo When I finished the final episode of “Bojack Horseman” last year (the series had six seasons and ran from 2014-2020), I found myself drowning in the show’s unwaveringly personal depictions of substance abuse and mental health. In desperate need of something to cheer me up after this especially gloomy binge-watching session, I turned to the […] read more » If you’re happy and you know it, clap your hands (or not) December 2, 2023 — by Annika Gho In a world of extreme “hustle” culture, it’s difficult to remain constantly self-aware. And that is certainly the case for me. With my tendency to zone out in class and generally terrible punctuality, I’ve probably done something to annoy those around me. In order to explore how I am seen in my friends’ eyes, I […] read more » A guide to Christmas: making the most out of the best holiday December 1, 2023 — by Jane Lee As part of celebrating arguably the most enjoyable holiday, Christmas’s small traditions and activities deserve to be better appreciated — maybe some people think it’s childish to rewatch “The Polar Express” for the 10th time, but I find that indulging in quiet moments like these is never a waste of time. Instead of being overshadowed […] read more » My room is submerged in keepsakes from China November 29, 2023 — by Jessica Li As you step into my room, you’re not just entering a living space; you’re diving headfirst into a vibrant kaleidoscope of my adventures in China. With charms dangling from door handles, red money packets taped securely on walls and the most eccentric items adorning every available surface, my room is overwhelmingly engulfed by treasures from […] read more » Top 10: people to leave out of your Thanksgiving dinner invites November 25, 2023 — by Amy Luo 10. The knock-knock joker My face muscles are sore from faking laughs, and soon we’ll have to suffer the painfully awkward silence that speaks volumes about how unfunny you actually sound (no offense). Please don’t knock on my door on Thanksgiving day. 9. The Instagram influencer Phones eat first? I think not. I will be […] read more » firstprevious...7891011...2030405060...nextlast
The ‘Bojack Horseman’ Christmas Special: a charming and profound take on all things Christmas December 3, 2023 — by Anthony Luo When I finished the final episode of “Bojack Horseman” last year (the series had six seasons and ran from 2014-2020), I found myself drowning in the show’s unwaveringly personal depictions of substance abuse and mental health. In desperate need of something to cheer me up after this especially gloomy binge-watching session, I turned to the […] read more » If you’re happy and you know it, clap your hands (or not) December 2, 2023 — by Annika Gho In a world of extreme “hustle” culture, it’s difficult to remain constantly self-aware. And that is certainly the case for me. With my tendency to zone out in class and generally terrible punctuality, I’ve probably done something to annoy those around me. In order to explore how I am seen in my friends’ eyes, I […] read more » A guide to Christmas: making the most out of the best holiday December 1, 2023 — by Jane Lee As part of celebrating arguably the most enjoyable holiday, Christmas’s small traditions and activities deserve to be better appreciated — maybe some people think it’s childish to rewatch “The Polar Express” for the 10th time, but I find that indulging in quiet moments like these is never a waste of time. Instead of being overshadowed […] read more » My room is submerged in keepsakes from China November 29, 2023 — by Jessica Li As you step into my room, you’re not just entering a living space; you’re diving headfirst into a vibrant kaleidoscope of my adventures in China. With charms dangling from door handles, red money packets taped securely on walls and the most eccentric items adorning every available surface, my room is overwhelmingly engulfed by treasures from […] read more » Top 10: people to leave out of your Thanksgiving dinner invites November 25, 2023 — by Amy Luo 10. The knock-knock joker My face muscles are sore from faking laughs, and soon we’ll have to suffer the painfully awkward silence that speaks volumes about how unfunny you actually sound (no offense). Please don’t knock on my door on Thanksgiving day. 9. The Instagram influencer Phones eat first? I think not. I will be […] read more » firstprevious...7891011...2030405060...nextlast
If you’re happy and you know it, clap your hands (or not) December 2, 2023 — by Annika Gho In a world of extreme “hustle” culture, it’s difficult to remain constantly self-aware. And that is certainly the case for me. With my tendency to zone out in class and generally terrible punctuality, I’ve probably done something to annoy those around me. In order to explore how I am seen in my friends’ eyes, I […] read more » A guide to Christmas: making the most out of the best holiday December 1, 2023 — by Jane Lee As part of celebrating arguably the most enjoyable holiday, Christmas’s small traditions and activities deserve to be better appreciated — maybe some people think it’s childish to rewatch “The Polar Express” for the 10th time, but I find that indulging in quiet moments like these is never a waste of time. Instead of being overshadowed […] read more » My room is submerged in keepsakes from China November 29, 2023 — by Jessica Li As you step into my room, you’re not just entering a living space; you’re diving headfirst into a vibrant kaleidoscope of my adventures in China. With charms dangling from door handles, red money packets taped securely on walls and the most eccentric items adorning every available surface, my room is overwhelmingly engulfed by treasures from […] read more » Top 10: people to leave out of your Thanksgiving dinner invites November 25, 2023 — by Amy Luo 10. The knock-knock joker My face muscles are sore from faking laughs, and soon we’ll have to suffer the painfully awkward silence that speaks volumes about how unfunny you actually sound (no offense). Please don’t knock on my door on Thanksgiving day. 9. The Instagram influencer Phones eat first? I think not. I will be […] read more » firstprevious...7891011...2030405060...nextlast
A guide to Christmas: making the most out of the best holiday December 1, 2023 — by Jane Lee As part of celebrating arguably the most enjoyable holiday, Christmas’s small traditions and activities deserve to be better appreciated — maybe some people think it’s childish to rewatch “The Polar Express” for the 10th time, but I find that indulging in quiet moments like these is never a waste of time. Instead of being overshadowed […] read more » My room is submerged in keepsakes from China November 29, 2023 — by Jessica Li As you step into my room, you’re not just entering a living space; you’re diving headfirst into a vibrant kaleidoscope of my adventures in China. With charms dangling from door handles, red money packets taped securely on walls and the most eccentric items adorning every available surface, my room is overwhelmingly engulfed by treasures from […] read more » Top 10: people to leave out of your Thanksgiving dinner invites November 25, 2023 — by Amy Luo 10. The knock-knock joker My face muscles are sore from faking laughs, and soon we’ll have to suffer the painfully awkward silence that speaks volumes about how unfunny you actually sound (no offense). Please don’t knock on my door on Thanksgiving day. 9. The Instagram influencer Phones eat first? I think not. I will be […] read more » firstprevious...7891011...2030405060...nextlast
My room is submerged in keepsakes from China November 29, 2023 — by Jessica Li As you step into my room, you’re not just entering a living space; you’re diving headfirst into a vibrant kaleidoscope of my adventures in China. With charms dangling from door handles, red money packets taped securely on walls and the most eccentric items adorning every available surface, my room is overwhelmingly engulfed by treasures from […] read more » Top 10: people to leave out of your Thanksgiving dinner invites November 25, 2023 — by Amy Luo 10. The knock-knock joker My face muscles are sore from faking laughs, and soon we’ll have to suffer the painfully awkward silence that speaks volumes about how unfunny you actually sound (no offense). Please don’t knock on my door on Thanksgiving day. 9. The Instagram influencer Phones eat first? I think not. I will be […] read more » firstprevious...7891011...2030405060...nextlast
Top 10: people to leave out of your Thanksgiving dinner invites November 25, 2023 — by Amy Luo 10. The knock-knock joker My face muscles are sore from faking laughs, and soon we’ll have to suffer the painfully awkward silence that speaks volumes about how unfunny you actually sound (no offense). Please don’t knock on my door on Thanksgiving day. 9. The Instagram influencer Phones eat first? I think not. I will be […] read more » firstprevious...7891011...2030405060...nextlast