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The Class of ‘25 lines up to take their final bow at the end of the first show.
Indian Cultural Awareness Club puts on 20th annual Bombay in the Bay show with stunning costumes and energetic music
February 22, 2025
At the very minimum, active advertising of harmful, addictive substances shouldn’t be constantly exposed to children going to school.
In a bad sign, ever more marijuana shops are popping up near schools
February 14, 2025
The high school Jazz Band performs their set on Jan. 17.
18 musicians accepted into state-wide conference
February 14, 2025
Sunder Pichai remains CEO of Google despite his countless blunders.
Workers lose their jobs when CEOs fail at their jobs
February 14, 2025
Kim performs “Romeo and Juliet” Fantasy Overture by Tchaikovsky with the NYO2 orchestra in Dallas on Aug. 6.
Practice takes senior musician to Carnegie Hall and beyond this summer
February 13, 2025
Junior Arjun Krish, Class of `23 alumnus Adam Xu and his mentor Dr. Liang Li stand in front of Krish’s lab station in the summer of 2024.
Junior researches for a cure for glaucoma
February 16, 2025
Free Luigi” merchandise has been growing rapidly on online shopping platforms.
Analysis: Luigi Mangione’s case of vigilante justice reflects American glorification of violence
February 15, 2025
Matt Walsh’s brand new documentary reveals the dark side of DEI movements.
‘Am I Racist?’ — mockumentary takes a deep dive into DEI and presents ideas worth considering
February 14, 2025
Senior Michelle Ho poses in her lab coat holding a small flask.
Senior explores genetic underpinnings of arthritis in her research
February 14, 2025
“Nature’s Chance Encounter” along with many others of senior Amy Pan’s paintings adorn the Saratoga Library Group Study Room.
Senior represents nature through texture, visuals, and ambiance through both physical and digital mediums
February 13, 2025
Members of the dance team hold a pose in their competition pom routine, performing at the girls’ basketball game on Jan. 17.
Dance team brings back traditional halftime basketball performances
February 22, 2025
Competitions like the World Cup are popular in both soccer and futsal respectively.
What makes futsal the kicker for soccer players?
February 15, 2025
The seniors pose for a picture after winning 3-1 against Cupertino.
Boys’ soccer qualifies to CCS after 3-1 victory over Cupertino on Senior Night
February 14, 2025
Students utilize the school’s weight room to keep fit during the season and off-season.
Student athletes adapt to avoid “falling off” during the offseason
February 13, 2025
Senior Saatvik Kommareddi spins past a defender at a game on Jan. 18.
Boys’ basketball team suffers first loss but clinches CCS qualification
February 11, 2025
In large classes, it’s difficult to share my opinions often.
Why class sizes should not exceed 30
February 14, 2025
With the release of more AI language models like Deepseek, we are hopeful to see a future of the industry with more diverse options for users.
Public attention on DeepSeek fuels discussion about AI development
February 14, 2025
The progressive movement reached its peak in 2020, during COVID-19.
The Progressive movement is on the outs
February 12, 2025
2024 electoral map
In a splintered U.S., consecutive two-term presidents may become rare
February 11, 2025
AI Safety is not a joke.
To prevent disastrous outcomes, inherently evil AI growth needs to halt
February 11, 2025
Junior Ishir Ayyagari flexes after an arm workout.
New year, new goals: Three juniors give advice about how to stick to your workout resolutions
February 15, 2025
It’s time to use those cold emailing skills (and your $29.99 monthly LinkedIn Premium subscription) to get LinkedUp.
Top 10: ways to get a valentine next year
February 14, 2025
I practice the guitar in my room during my free time.
This is a PSA to take up a new instrument (in my case, a guitar)
February 14, 2025
Hello.
A letter to my senior year self
February 13, 2025
Some wonderful new year's resolutions that you should try out!
Top 10: New Year’s Resolutions
February 13, 2025

The Saratoga Falcon

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All content by Benjamin Li
Ethan Lin seeks to explore his passion for Piano as he transitions to college.

Seniors seek unconventional music majors in college

Zachary Zinman and Benjamin Li
May 18, 2022
Sports and video games: merging two different worlds

Sports and video games: merging two different worlds

Benjamin Li
April 1, 2022
Team ‘Scottsdale Community College’ takes first in school’s March Madness tourney

Team ‘Scottsdale Community College’ takes first in school’s March Madness tourney

Benjamin Li
March 31, 2022
Senioritis is natural and not altogether bad

Senioritis is natural and not altogether bad

Benjamin Li
March 18, 2022

People are missing the point of Valentine’s Day

Benjamin Li
February 10, 2022

Increased COVID-19 cases force practice cancellations and rescheduled games

Benjamin Li and Jonathan Li
February 4, 2022
February Break: the best time of year

February Break: the best time of year

Benjamin Li and Daniel Wu
February 3, 2022

College (Counselor) Confidential: What she would say if she could

Selina Chen and Benjamin Li
February 1, 2022
Politics plus math equals a terrible idea

Politics plus math equals a terrible idea

Benjamin Li
January 30, 2022

100-word rant: Double 15-second YouTube ads are the spawn of Satan

Benjamin Li
December 17, 2021
Saratoga and San Jose show sportsmanship after their match which the Falcons won 4-0.

Boys’ soccer: Beating strong San Jose team shows Falcons’ potential

Benjamin Li
December 3, 2021
New finals schedule elicits mixed reactions from students

New finals schedule elicits mixed reactions from students

Benjamin Li
December 3, 2021

No, Dave Chappelle, crudely mocking vulnerable groups isn’t funny

Benjamin Li
December 2, 2021

Top 10: ways to make someone mad

Benjamin Li
November 29, 2021

Formal date culture is isolating and stressful

Benjamin Li
November 29, 2021
Number of applicants to select schools 2020 and 2021

Amid COVID-19 pandemic, some seniors adopt new college application strategies

Benjamin Li and Daniel Wu
November 24, 2021
100-word rant: Candy canes have an inedible shape

100-word rant: Candy canes have an inedible shape

Benjamin Li
November 22, 2021
Then sophomore varsity player Christian Li dribbles the ball upcourt during a home game in the 2019-20 season

Boys’ basketball: Senior-led group aims to dominate El Camino

Benjamin Li, Esther Luan, and Howard Shu
November 19, 2021
Kyrie Irving was my role model athlete growing up

Kyrie Irving was my role model athlete growing up

Benjamin Li
November 16, 2021
Arkansas school resource officer caught on camera choking a student

It’s time to get police out of schools

Benjamin Li
October 22, 2021
Kyrie Irving will be forced to sit out in all games due to Nets ruling.

NBA should ban unvaccinated players from competing

Benjamin Li
October 17, 2021
Optimum Nutrition’s Gold Standard Whey Protein - the most popular brand of whey protein used by myself and many others

Reporter ranks top body supplements

Benjamin Li
October 12, 2021
Senior Benjamin Li aiming for a personal record in the back squat exercise at 49ers Fit.

How weightlifting worked its way into my life

Benjamin Li
October 12, 2021
The Bye Bye Man poster

The Bye Bye Man followed me out of film and didn’t want to leave

Benjamin Li
October 7, 2021
100-word rant: Peppermint should be banned from Halloween

100-word rant: Peppermint should be banned from Halloween

Benjamin Li
October 3, 2021
I’m not clowning around. Seriously.

I’m not clowning around. Seriously.

Benjamin Li
September 30, 2021
New rough/final draft test format harms students in the long run

New rough/final draft test format harms students in the long run

Benjamin Li and Nilay Mishra
September 20, 2021
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March Madness inequality amplifies gender issues in professional sports

Benjamin Li
May 17, 2021
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Home gyms and actual gyms: Which gives the better experience these days?

Benjamin Li
May 17, 2021
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About half of seniors opt to return for in-person education

Preston Fu and Benjamin Li
May 13, 2021
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Harden and Durant reunite, form new ‘can’t miss’ trio with Irving

Benjamin Li
April 1, 2021
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Black History Month curriculum opt-out should have never been offered

Benjamin Li and Allen Luo
March 24, 2021
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An avid NBA fan’s top five players in the NBA

Benjamin Li
March 6, 2021
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Next generation of NBA talent impresses, challenges league

Benjamin Li
February 11, 2021
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Welander adjusts curriculum to virtual learning through variety of approaches

Benjamin Li and Allen Luo
December 9, 2020
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‘Among Us’: enjoyable and rewarding

Benjamin Li and Ethan Lin
October 16, 2020
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With Lakers’ triumph, LeBron’s legacy grows

Benjamin Li
October 15, 2020
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SAT and PSAT test dates postponed until end of October

Benjamin Li and Allen Luo
October 15, 2020
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SHSTV shifts curriculum to fit virtual learning

Benjamin Li and Allen Luo
October 13, 2020

Wacky rules in sports can make your head spin

Benjamin Li
March 11, 2020

Benefits of school drug testing outweigh sacrifice of privacy

Benjamin Li
January 30, 2020

Boys’ basketball: Falcons look to rebound after tough start to league season

Benjamin Li and Tiffany Wang
January 29, 2020

“OK Boomer”: offensive or just a joke?

Allen Luo and Benjamin Li
January 26, 2020

Immigrants must overcome stereotypes in order to adjust to life in America

Andy Chen and Benjamin Li
November 25, 2019

Boys’ basketball: With many returning players, Falcons gear up to challenge league’s best

Benjamin Li and Tiffany Wang
November 22, 2019

The ACT question: Why allowing students to replace specific section scores is problematic

Benjamin Li and Alan Zu
November 20, 2019

Just Learn It: How the process for selecting the yearly theme could be better

Sina Salehi and Benjamin Li
November 15, 2019

‘Joker’ movie: stunning but shallow

Allen Luo and Benjamin Li
November 15, 2019

Response to NBA, Blizzard controversies are overreactions

Andy Chen and Benjamin Li
November 15, 2019

Sophomore’s mother balances family life with piano career

Benjamin Li and Ethan Lin
October 16, 2019

Yim and Agrawal to take over the reins of math club

Benjamin Li and Oliver Ye
October 15, 2019

iPhone 11: Is it worth it?

Allen Luo and Benjamin Li
October 15, 2019
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SHSTV now has guest instructors from professional broadcasting

Allen Luo and Benjamin Li
October 14, 2019

So far lunch changes seem to waste time rather than saving it

Benjamin Li and Ethan Lin
September 9, 2019

Cafeteria changes cause confusion; staff works to speed up lines

Benjamin Li and Allen Luo
September 9, 2019

Later start time both help and hinder students

Andy Chen and Benjamin Li
September 9, 2019
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