
Caleb Yu, Reporter

From 13th man to 3rd team all league — Steven Ning’s basketball journey
The senior’s passion for basketball not only turned around his health but also helped him develop some of his deepest friendships.

Grading my top off-campus lunch spots
Can’t decide where to go to satisfy your lunchtime cravings? Check out this list of fire spots.

Linsanity sparked a legacy beyond basketball for me and others
The fire lit first in 2012 burns bright today for many young Asian American athletes.

‘Am I Racist?’ — mockumentary takes a deep dive into DEI and presents ideas worth considering
Does Matt Walsh’s commentary on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) and racism in America actually bring up a good point?

Social media fuels increasing polarization of American politics
According to Pew Research, at least 54% of adults in the US get political news of some sort from social media in 2024.

Class of ’25 sees an increased number of early college applicants
Seventy-seven % now follow the path of this rigorous option.

Settlers of Catan: the greatest board game of all time
It is the perfect combination of skill, smooth talking and a little bit of luck.

Do you have gym anxiety? This is why you shouldn’t be afraid to start
We all know it’s important to maintain a healthy lifestyle and keep fit under great academic pressure, so going to the gym stands out as a great option.

I’ll have a blue, blue Christmas
As Christmas slowly creeps upon us, try to appreciate the coolness of this holiday that is commonly misinterpreted as “warm.”

Playing basketball during winter break is my version of leisure
While some people might think winter sports take away the relaxation from winter break, I think they are the perfect pastime.

Playing Christmas Music before Thanksgiving is criminal
Christmas music is dedicated to fostering the holiday spirit. Not for Halloween. Not for Thanksgiving.

‘LeAvengers’ — LeBron-led Olympic men’s basketball team — silence track star Noah Lyles and other doubters
Crazy comment from the spring ignited a fire online about the status of NBA champions.

ASB prepares to host open meetings for all students during tutorial
President Alan Cai hopes for more inclusion in making big decisions.