‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ fails to live up to expectations
I had high hopes for this sequel, especially with most of the original actors returning to the cast, but it lacked the same movie magic abundant in the first movie.
Anika Halakatti, Reporter
The Falcons’ Best Dressed for the 2026 Met Gala
Did celebrities achieve what is expected of them during fashion's biggest night of the year?
Braving the battlefield in long-standing tradition: Senior Assassin
This year’s winners were Misha Singla and Kritika Kalani, with the team name “Mishaps and Critics.”
How school lunches have evolved over the decades
Lunches have been subject to political changes and are now tied to strict nutritional requirements that cafeteria staff must follow.
From generic to iconic: How branding can make or break a rising pop star
The reason many artists never “make it” isn’t because they aren’t talented — it’s because they have bad branding.
How history comes to life in classrooms
Teachers say both direct instruction such as lectures and activities like simulations have their role in illustrating long ago events and situations.
From Bangalore to Saratoga: A transfer student’s journey across the world
Junior Sahaana Chitrapura has been navigating not only a new high school, but an entirely new culture.
UME Tea wasn’t really for U and ME
From Oreo milk tea to a mango yogurt slushie, the drinks we tried combined with the bustling interior of the store did not appeal to us.
STEM Lab: a popular elective choice for freshmen
The class fosters a creative environment through interactive projects all while introducing different STEM skills such as the basics of Python programming.
Top 10: Quotes from English teacher Erick Rector
He is infamous among students for his wild stories and analogies.
Freshman social studies students learn about their family history with a project
While the project was initially designed for Ethnic Studies students, it has now been introduced into World Geography as well.
Behind the scenes of longstanding local gem: Sue’s Gallery Cafe
The hybrid gallery and cafe pairs handcrafted pottery with unusual drinks to create a peaceful place to work and relax.
Girls’ basketball enter preseason with stronger chemistry after annual team-bonding retreat
After losing over half the team to graduation last spring, the team welcomes new players and continues to build trust.
As influencers market products, overconsumption grows
Costs of the trend are becoming increasingly dire financially and environmentally, experts warn.
Sampling cupcakes from a Los Gatos classic: Icing on the Cake
While the atmosphere exceeded our expectations, we weren’t so sure about the sweet treats themselves.
Players follow superstitions to hype up before a game
From drinks to playlists, pregame rituals are more than just superstitions — they help athletes play their best.
A look behind the scenes of quad days
Students across all grades gear up to perform their dances during Homecoming week.
The Freshman 15
Profiles of the Class of ‘29 show a diverse and talented class.
Campus undergoes summer maintenance and upgrades
New flowers, trimmed trees and rewaxed gym floors refresh the campus.