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A view of the Palisades fire from the seventh floor of Class of ‘24 Brielle Wong’s UCLA dormitory.
LA fires prompt alumni attending UCLA to return home at start of quarter
January 17, 2025
Donald Trump will be sworn in for his second four-year term in office on Jan. 20, 2025.
What will the next four years look like under a Trump presidency?
January 17, 2025
Jason Shiuan will be honored with the award at CASMEC on Jan. 16.
Music director named band educator of the year in California
January 15, 2025
Sophomore Lauren Song performs as Clara in Los Gatos Ballet’s production of “The Nutcracker.”
Dancers perform in ‘The Nutcracker’ with the Los Gatos Ballet
December 18, 2024
Casavant’s frequent drop-ins on water polo games and practices brought energy to the team.
In supporting student athletes, staff members make important connections
December 15, 2024
Yeung trains at a Marine infantry tactic course the summer of 2024.
Following his calling, senior seeks military path at Naval Academy
January 21, 2025
(Left) Susan Wojcicki before an interview, (Right) Saratoga parent May Wang during a talk
Honoring the life of Susan Wojcicki: A visionary female’s legacy in the tech industry
January 21, 2025
Ayyagari's most complex drum loop yet takes center stage in his new album, Realization, released on Jan. 5.
Take a look inside junior multi-instrumentalist and composer Ishir Ayyagari’s songwriting process
January 21, 2025
Taka (Scar) falls in love with Sarabi, the lioness who accidentally causes his villain arc.
‘Mufasa: The Lion King’ offers a fulfilling backstory for the classic Disney movie
January 21, 2025
Sisters Richa Moorjani and Sheherazaad are both pursuing careers in the entertainment industry.
Sister alumni navigate complex world of Hollywood and the entertainment industry
January 9, 2025
Mrs. Hasegawa, a predicted winner, is a well-known champion weightlifter (in our hearts).
What’s the strongest department on campus (physically)?
January 21, 2025
The team poses for a picture on Jan. 16 after a home victory against MacDonald.
Boys’ soccer defeats MacDonald, marks three-game win streak
January 18, 2025
Crowd arises in ovation for Falcons’ impressive comeback
Boys’ basketball rallies back from 13-point deficit, securing top spot in El Camino
January 17, 2025
The boys basketball team poses after their game with American High School on Dec. 7.
Boys’ basketball secures second place at James Lick Invitational despite key injuries
December 14, 2024
Free throw attempt from the team's recent scrimmage against Wilcox on Dec. 7.
Freshman basketball team brought back for the first time since COVID
December 13, 2024
Silicon Valley Bank collapsed in just 2023, prompting a flurry of collapses within a few months.
Bank regulation is necessary to prevent financial crises
January 21, 2025
Kash Patel
The weaponization of the presidential pardon ought to end
January 13, 2025
In a capitalist world, informed journalism takes second priority.
Billionaires should step back from publications they own
January 12, 2025
Acting Superintendent Heath Rocha is looking towards a year of cooperation.
Staff editorial: Acting Superintendent Heath Rocha is the right choice to lead the district out of recent turmoil
January 11, 2025
The logo of the Better Canvas extension for students to download.
100-word rave: “Better Canvas” is just better
December 13, 2024
Papa’s Scooperia is more than the embrace of American consumerism — it’s the perfect pastime.
Games to play when you’re mentally depleted, as the Speech and Debate team frequently is
January 21, 2025
The three best dishes we ordered at Ippudo: Akashu Modern, Chicken Karaage, and Pork Buns
Our visit to Ippudo: A cozy experience with tastes beyond ramen
January 17, 2025
If all of our icks culminated into one man, this is what he would look like.
Top 10: Icks
January 17, 2025
Piling on ten layers of clothing is not a comfortable experience.
Skiing? s-NO-w thank you.
January 15, 2025
The three bears often travel, stacked on top of each other.
‘We Bear Bears’ are still the bear-y best trio
January 12, 2025

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All content by Albert Gu

A record for AP tests being taken

Albert Gu and Amy Jan
April 26, 2011

A record for AP tests being taken

Albert Gu and Amy Jan
April 26, 2011

Take a trip back to Victory Road

Albert Gu and Stanley Yip
April 26, 2011

Right on target: Is archery a sport?

Albert Gu
January 16, 2011

The evolution of cheating

Olivia Chock, Wiill Edman, Anoop Galivanche, Albert Gu, Anika Jhalani, and Priya Nookala
January 12, 2011
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School too hard for underclassmen? It gets better

Albert Gu
November 8, 2010

Fifteen students participate in State History Day

Albert Gu
May 31, 2010

Math club grows under strong leadership

Albert Gu and Jenny Zhang
March 26, 2010
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Seniors declared valedictorian and salutatorian for class of 2010

Albert Gu and Karen Yang
March 15, 2010

Middle College provides junior with freedom

Albert Gu and Karthik Sreedhara
January 26, 2010

Private elementary school standards absurd

Albert Gu
December 14, 2009
Redwood Middle School

Math club reaches out to Redwood Middle School

Albert Gu
October 20, 2009

Chess team retools with younger roster

Albert Gu
September 23, 2009

New adviser helps math club become better organized and more well known

Albert Gu and Anna Shen
May 28, 2009

Hundreds of students prepare for AP exams

Albert Gu and Kevin Mu
April 14, 2009

Math Club continues success

Albert Gu
March 27, 2009
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Poets’ book published on Mutanabbi Anniversary

Albert Gu and Jenny Zhang
March 19, 2009

Link ends year by making cookies

Albert Gu
December 12, 2008

Chess team continues success with league, tournament wins

Albert Gu
December 12, 2008

Why America is failing math: lack of problem solving

Albert Gu
October 22, 2008

Chess season starts off strong, looks to recruit

Albert Gu and Brian Tsai
October 13, 2008

Senior makes solo debut

Albert Gu and Jenny Zhang
October 6, 2008

New elections method runs successfully

Albert Gu
September 15, 2008

New elections method runs successfully

Albert Gu
September 12, 2008
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