9-11 commemorative wine is in bad taste September 26, 2011 — by Denise Lin September 11. It’s a date that evokes images of destruction, loss and devastation. For some it brings to mind the loss of a loved one, and for all it symbolizes an assault on our nation, and the death of a simpler, safer way of life. But for the vintners at Long Island’s Lieb Cellars, it symbolized a convenient opportunity to make a profit. read more » State needs to take initiative for education September 23, 2011 — by Nicholas Chow The California UC system is regarded as one of the world’s best public university systems, offering quality education at a fairly modest price. But in the wake of California’s gigantic budget deficit, the tuition for a UC education is seeming to rise by double digits every year. California must realize that the rising cost of higher education will only diminish the quality of its workforce and decrease productivity in the long run. read more » Regulation needed to combat cyberbullying September 22, 2011 — by Serena Chan Children are growing up today in a world where the pen is mightier than the sword, but the keyboard trumps all. With few apparent and easily punishable consequences for students’ actions online, the web has become a breeding ground for bullying. Throw on top of that the option of anonymity found in many social networking sites and the cyberbullying epidemic explodes. read more » Redistricting not a good idea for Campbell September 22, 2011 — by Priyanka Nookala Since last spring, the Campbell City Council has been debating the implications of redrawing Campbell’s voting lines to satisfy state criteria by reflecting the population growth and varying demographics and income. read more » Student council elections in need of reforms September 22, 2011 — by Editorial Board When it comes time for student council elections, it’s not surprising to see countless students gathering signatures for application packets and flashy campaign posters taped around the campus. While this publicity may be necessary to ensure a candidate’s success it does not guarantee that a worthy candidate be elected. Fortunately, a simple solution exists: using the MAP program’s technology to revive campaign speeches. read more » Cutting off cellphone service infringes upon free speech rights September 19, 2011 — by Jennifer Jin For three hours during peak commute times on Aug. 11, officials at BART turned off electricity to cellular towers in four stations, after the officials learned that protesters planned to use cellphones to coordinate a demonstration on train platforms. They were planning to protest the recent fatal shooting of a 45-year-old man by transit police. read more » A new Cook in town September 17, 2011 — by Nicholas Chow For every business, there comes the day when even its greatest innovator must step down. For Apple Computers, the time has finally come for its most storied founder, the legendary Steve Jobs, to abdicate his esteemed position as CEO. On Aug. 24, Jobs shocked the world by announcing his resignation as the head of Apple, ushering in a new era for the company. read more » Grades should incorporate effort, not just mastery of tests September 17, 2011 — by McKenna Galvin and Sierra Smith Tests and quizzes: 90 percent. Participation: 5 percent. Homework: 5 percent. Junior Ramya Swami stared at her AP Biology syllabus the first day of school in dread, realizing that this year, performance on quizzes and tests was going to be more important than ever before. This was not only the case in biology; practically every other class on her schedule had placed a significant weight on test scores. read more » Hot sauce mom’s disciplinary measures are abusive September 15, 2011 — by Andy Fang and Evaline Ju On Aug. 24, “hot sauce mom” Jessica Beagley was convicted of child abuse and five days later was sentenced to three years of probation. read more » California governor’s allowance of funeral protesters unfair to the public September 15, 2011 — by Sophie Mattson Across America, members of the Westboro Baptist Church have made headlines for their fanatical beliefs and outrageous protesting methods. They are a homophobic and anti-Semetic religious organization based in Topeka, Kans., who travel all over the country to picket and protest at funerals, concerts, conventions and even high schools. read more » firstprevious...1020304050...162163164165166...170180190200210...nextlast
State needs to take initiative for education September 23, 2011 — by Nicholas Chow The California UC system is regarded as one of the world’s best public university systems, offering quality education at a fairly modest price. But in the wake of California’s gigantic budget deficit, the tuition for a UC education is seeming to rise by double digits every year. California must realize that the rising cost of higher education will only diminish the quality of its workforce and decrease productivity in the long run. read more » Regulation needed to combat cyberbullying September 22, 2011 — by Serena Chan Children are growing up today in a world where the pen is mightier than the sword, but the keyboard trumps all. With few apparent and easily punishable consequences for students’ actions online, the web has become a breeding ground for bullying. Throw on top of that the option of anonymity found in many social networking sites and the cyberbullying epidemic explodes. read more » Redistricting not a good idea for Campbell September 22, 2011 — by Priyanka Nookala Since last spring, the Campbell City Council has been debating the implications of redrawing Campbell’s voting lines to satisfy state criteria by reflecting the population growth and varying demographics and income. read more » Student council elections in need of reforms September 22, 2011 — by Editorial Board When it comes time for student council elections, it’s not surprising to see countless students gathering signatures for application packets and flashy campaign posters taped around the campus. While this publicity may be necessary to ensure a candidate’s success it does not guarantee that a worthy candidate be elected. Fortunately, a simple solution exists: using the MAP program’s technology to revive campaign speeches. read more » Cutting off cellphone service infringes upon free speech rights September 19, 2011 — by Jennifer Jin For three hours during peak commute times on Aug. 11, officials at BART turned off electricity to cellular towers in four stations, after the officials learned that protesters planned to use cellphones to coordinate a demonstration on train platforms. They were planning to protest the recent fatal shooting of a 45-year-old man by transit police. read more » A new Cook in town September 17, 2011 — by Nicholas Chow For every business, there comes the day when even its greatest innovator must step down. For Apple Computers, the time has finally come for its most storied founder, the legendary Steve Jobs, to abdicate his esteemed position as CEO. On Aug. 24, Jobs shocked the world by announcing his resignation as the head of Apple, ushering in a new era for the company. read more » Grades should incorporate effort, not just mastery of tests September 17, 2011 — by McKenna Galvin and Sierra Smith Tests and quizzes: 90 percent. Participation: 5 percent. Homework: 5 percent. Junior Ramya Swami stared at her AP Biology syllabus the first day of school in dread, realizing that this year, performance on quizzes and tests was going to be more important than ever before. This was not only the case in biology; practically every other class on her schedule had placed a significant weight on test scores. read more » Hot sauce mom’s disciplinary measures are abusive September 15, 2011 — by Andy Fang and Evaline Ju On Aug. 24, “hot sauce mom” Jessica Beagley was convicted of child abuse and five days later was sentenced to three years of probation. read more » California governor’s allowance of funeral protesters unfair to the public September 15, 2011 — by Sophie Mattson Across America, members of the Westboro Baptist Church have made headlines for their fanatical beliefs and outrageous protesting methods. They are a homophobic and anti-Semetic religious organization based in Topeka, Kans., who travel all over the country to picket and protest at funerals, concerts, conventions and even high schools. read more » firstprevious...1020304050...162163164165166...170180190200210...nextlast
Regulation needed to combat cyberbullying September 22, 2011 — by Serena Chan Children are growing up today in a world where the pen is mightier than the sword, but the keyboard trumps all. With few apparent and easily punishable consequences for students’ actions online, the web has become a breeding ground for bullying. Throw on top of that the option of anonymity found in many social networking sites and the cyberbullying epidemic explodes. read more » Redistricting not a good idea for Campbell September 22, 2011 — by Priyanka Nookala Since last spring, the Campbell City Council has been debating the implications of redrawing Campbell’s voting lines to satisfy state criteria by reflecting the population growth and varying demographics and income. read more » Student council elections in need of reforms September 22, 2011 — by Editorial Board When it comes time for student council elections, it’s not surprising to see countless students gathering signatures for application packets and flashy campaign posters taped around the campus. While this publicity may be necessary to ensure a candidate’s success it does not guarantee that a worthy candidate be elected. Fortunately, a simple solution exists: using the MAP program’s technology to revive campaign speeches. read more » Cutting off cellphone service infringes upon free speech rights September 19, 2011 — by Jennifer Jin For three hours during peak commute times on Aug. 11, officials at BART turned off electricity to cellular towers in four stations, after the officials learned that protesters planned to use cellphones to coordinate a demonstration on train platforms. They were planning to protest the recent fatal shooting of a 45-year-old man by transit police. read more » A new Cook in town September 17, 2011 — by Nicholas Chow For every business, there comes the day when even its greatest innovator must step down. For Apple Computers, the time has finally come for its most storied founder, the legendary Steve Jobs, to abdicate his esteemed position as CEO. On Aug. 24, Jobs shocked the world by announcing his resignation as the head of Apple, ushering in a new era for the company. read more » Grades should incorporate effort, not just mastery of tests September 17, 2011 — by McKenna Galvin and Sierra Smith Tests and quizzes: 90 percent. Participation: 5 percent. Homework: 5 percent. Junior Ramya Swami stared at her AP Biology syllabus the first day of school in dread, realizing that this year, performance on quizzes and tests was going to be more important than ever before. This was not only the case in biology; practically every other class on her schedule had placed a significant weight on test scores. read more » Hot sauce mom’s disciplinary measures are abusive September 15, 2011 — by Andy Fang and Evaline Ju On Aug. 24, “hot sauce mom” Jessica Beagley was convicted of child abuse and five days later was sentenced to three years of probation. read more » California governor’s allowance of funeral protesters unfair to the public September 15, 2011 — by Sophie Mattson Across America, members of the Westboro Baptist Church have made headlines for their fanatical beliefs and outrageous protesting methods. They are a homophobic and anti-Semetic religious organization based in Topeka, Kans., who travel all over the country to picket and protest at funerals, concerts, conventions and even high schools. read more » firstprevious...1020304050...162163164165166...170180190200210...nextlast
Redistricting not a good idea for Campbell September 22, 2011 — by Priyanka Nookala Since last spring, the Campbell City Council has been debating the implications of redrawing Campbell’s voting lines to satisfy state criteria by reflecting the population growth and varying demographics and income. read more » Student council elections in need of reforms September 22, 2011 — by Editorial Board When it comes time for student council elections, it’s not surprising to see countless students gathering signatures for application packets and flashy campaign posters taped around the campus. While this publicity may be necessary to ensure a candidate’s success it does not guarantee that a worthy candidate be elected. Fortunately, a simple solution exists: using the MAP program’s technology to revive campaign speeches. read more » Cutting off cellphone service infringes upon free speech rights September 19, 2011 — by Jennifer Jin For three hours during peak commute times on Aug. 11, officials at BART turned off electricity to cellular towers in four stations, after the officials learned that protesters planned to use cellphones to coordinate a demonstration on train platforms. They were planning to protest the recent fatal shooting of a 45-year-old man by transit police. read more » A new Cook in town September 17, 2011 — by Nicholas Chow For every business, there comes the day when even its greatest innovator must step down. For Apple Computers, the time has finally come for its most storied founder, the legendary Steve Jobs, to abdicate his esteemed position as CEO. On Aug. 24, Jobs shocked the world by announcing his resignation as the head of Apple, ushering in a new era for the company. read more » Grades should incorporate effort, not just mastery of tests September 17, 2011 — by McKenna Galvin and Sierra Smith Tests and quizzes: 90 percent. Participation: 5 percent. Homework: 5 percent. Junior Ramya Swami stared at her AP Biology syllabus the first day of school in dread, realizing that this year, performance on quizzes and tests was going to be more important than ever before. This was not only the case in biology; practically every other class on her schedule had placed a significant weight on test scores. read more » Hot sauce mom’s disciplinary measures are abusive September 15, 2011 — by Andy Fang and Evaline Ju On Aug. 24, “hot sauce mom” Jessica Beagley was convicted of child abuse and five days later was sentenced to three years of probation. read more » California governor’s allowance of funeral protesters unfair to the public September 15, 2011 — by Sophie Mattson Across America, members of the Westboro Baptist Church have made headlines for their fanatical beliefs and outrageous protesting methods. They are a homophobic and anti-Semetic religious organization based in Topeka, Kans., who travel all over the country to picket and protest at funerals, concerts, conventions and even high schools. read more » firstprevious...1020304050...162163164165166...170180190200210...nextlast
Student council elections in need of reforms September 22, 2011 — by Editorial Board When it comes time for student council elections, it’s not surprising to see countless students gathering signatures for application packets and flashy campaign posters taped around the campus. While this publicity may be necessary to ensure a candidate’s success it does not guarantee that a worthy candidate be elected. Fortunately, a simple solution exists: using the MAP program’s technology to revive campaign speeches. read more » Cutting off cellphone service infringes upon free speech rights September 19, 2011 — by Jennifer Jin For three hours during peak commute times on Aug. 11, officials at BART turned off electricity to cellular towers in four stations, after the officials learned that protesters planned to use cellphones to coordinate a demonstration on train platforms. They were planning to protest the recent fatal shooting of a 45-year-old man by transit police. read more » A new Cook in town September 17, 2011 — by Nicholas Chow For every business, there comes the day when even its greatest innovator must step down. For Apple Computers, the time has finally come for its most storied founder, the legendary Steve Jobs, to abdicate his esteemed position as CEO. On Aug. 24, Jobs shocked the world by announcing his resignation as the head of Apple, ushering in a new era for the company. read more » Grades should incorporate effort, not just mastery of tests September 17, 2011 — by McKenna Galvin and Sierra Smith Tests and quizzes: 90 percent. Participation: 5 percent. Homework: 5 percent. Junior Ramya Swami stared at her AP Biology syllabus the first day of school in dread, realizing that this year, performance on quizzes and tests was going to be more important than ever before. This was not only the case in biology; practically every other class on her schedule had placed a significant weight on test scores. read more » Hot sauce mom’s disciplinary measures are abusive September 15, 2011 — by Andy Fang and Evaline Ju On Aug. 24, “hot sauce mom” Jessica Beagley was convicted of child abuse and five days later was sentenced to three years of probation. read more » California governor’s allowance of funeral protesters unfair to the public September 15, 2011 — by Sophie Mattson Across America, members of the Westboro Baptist Church have made headlines for their fanatical beliefs and outrageous protesting methods. They are a homophobic and anti-Semetic religious organization based in Topeka, Kans., who travel all over the country to picket and protest at funerals, concerts, conventions and even high schools. read more » firstprevious...1020304050...162163164165166...170180190200210...nextlast
Cutting off cellphone service infringes upon free speech rights September 19, 2011 — by Jennifer Jin For three hours during peak commute times on Aug. 11, officials at BART turned off electricity to cellular towers in four stations, after the officials learned that protesters planned to use cellphones to coordinate a demonstration on train platforms. They were planning to protest the recent fatal shooting of a 45-year-old man by transit police. read more » A new Cook in town September 17, 2011 — by Nicholas Chow For every business, there comes the day when even its greatest innovator must step down. For Apple Computers, the time has finally come for its most storied founder, the legendary Steve Jobs, to abdicate his esteemed position as CEO. On Aug. 24, Jobs shocked the world by announcing his resignation as the head of Apple, ushering in a new era for the company. read more » Grades should incorporate effort, not just mastery of tests September 17, 2011 — by McKenna Galvin and Sierra Smith Tests and quizzes: 90 percent. Participation: 5 percent. Homework: 5 percent. Junior Ramya Swami stared at her AP Biology syllabus the first day of school in dread, realizing that this year, performance on quizzes and tests was going to be more important than ever before. This was not only the case in biology; practically every other class on her schedule had placed a significant weight on test scores. read more » Hot sauce mom’s disciplinary measures are abusive September 15, 2011 — by Andy Fang and Evaline Ju On Aug. 24, “hot sauce mom” Jessica Beagley was convicted of child abuse and five days later was sentenced to three years of probation. read more » California governor’s allowance of funeral protesters unfair to the public September 15, 2011 — by Sophie Mattson Across America, members of the Westboro Baptist Church have made headlines for their fanatical beliefs and outrageous protesting methods. They are a homophobic and anti-Semetic religious organization based in Topeka, Kans., who travel all over the country to picket and protest at funerals, concerts, conventions and even high schools. read more » firstprevious...1020304050...162163164165166...170180190200210...nextlast
A new Cook in town September 17, 2011 — by Nicholas Chow For every business, there comes the day when even its greatest innovator must step down. For Apple Computers, the time has finally come for its most storied founder, the legendary Steve Jobs, to abdicate his esteemed position as CEO. On Aug. 24, Jobs shocked the world by announcing his resignation as the head of Apple, ushering in a new era for the company. read more » Grades should incorporate effort, not just mastery of tests September 17, 2011 — by McKenna Galvin and Sierra Smith Tests and quizzes: 90 percent. Participation: 5 percent. Homework: 5 percent. Junior Ramya Swami stared at her AP Biology syllabus the first day of school in dread, realizing that this year, performance on quizzes and tests was going to be more important than ever before. This was not only the case in biology; practically every other class on her schedule had placed a significant weight on test scores. read more » Hot sauce mom’s disciplinary measures are abusive September 15, 2011 — by Andy Fang and Evaline Ju On Aug. 24, “hot sauce mom” Jessica Beagley was convicted of child abuse and five days later was sentenced to three years of probation. read more » California governor’s allowance of funeral protesters unfair to the public September 15, 2011 — by Sophie Mattson Across America, members of the Westboro Baptist Church have made headlines for their fanatical beliefs and outrageous protesting methods. They are a homophobic and anti-Semetic religious organization based in Topeka, Kans., who travel all over the country to picket and protest at funerals, concerts, conventions and even high schools. read more » firstprevious...1020304050...162163164165166...170180190200210...nextlast
Grades should incorporate effort, not just mastery of tests September 17, 2011 — by McKenna Galvin and Sierra Smith Tests and quizzes: 90 percent. Participation: 5 percent. Homework: 5 percent. Junior Ramya Swami stared at her AP Biology syllabus the first day of school in dread, realizing that this year, performance on quizzes and tests was going to be more important than ever before. This was not only the case in biology; practically every other class on her schedule had placed a significant weight on test scores. read more » Hot sauce mom’s disciplinary measures are abusive September 15, 2011 — by Andy Fang and Evaline Ju On Aug. 24, “hot sauce mom” Jessica Beagley was convicted of child abuse and five days later was sentenced to three years of probation. read more » California governor’s allowance of funeral protesters unfair to the public September 15, 2011 — by Sophie Mattson Across America, members of the Westboro Baptist Church have made headlines for their fanatical beliefs and outrageous protesting methods. They are a homophobic and anti-Semetic religious organization based in Topeka, Kans., who travel all over the country to picket and protest at funerals, concerts, conventions and even high schools. read more » firstprevious...1020304050...162163164165166...170180190200210...nextlast
Hot sauce mom’s disciplinary measures are abusive September 15, 2011 — by Andy Fang and Evaline Ju On Aug. 24, “hot sauce mom” Jessica Beagley was convicted of child abuse and five days later was sentenced to three years of probation. read more » California governor’s allowance of funeral protesters unfair to the public September 15, 2011 — by Sophie Mattson Across America, members of the Westboro Baptist Church have made headlines for their fanatical beliefs and outrageous protesting methods. They are a homophobic and anti-Semetic religious organization based in Topeka, Kans., who travel all over the country to picket and protest at funerals, concerts, conventions and even high schools. read more » firstprevious...1020304050...162163164165166...170180190200210...nextlast
California governor’s allowance of funeral protesters unfair to the public September 15, 2011 — by Sophie Mattson Across America, members of the Westboro Baptist Church have made headlines for their fanatical beliefs and outrageous protesting methods. They are a homophobic and anti-Semetic religious organization based in Topeka, Kans., who travel all over the country to picket and protest at funerals, concerts, conventions and even high schools. read more » firstprevious...1020304050...162163164165166...170180190200210...nextlast