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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

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All content by Hannah Lee
Idan takes a selfie during his first week at SHS

Senior Mag 2023: How a transfer student found his place in Saratoga

George Huang and Hannah Lee
August 30, 2023
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Senior Mag 2023: Twin Trouble

George Huang and Hannah Lee
August 30, 2023
High school do’s and don’ts for dummies

High school do’s and don’ts for dummies

Jason Cheng and Hannah Lee
March 15, 2023
Wave to earth are a South Korean indie-rock band and debuted on Aug. 23, 2019 with the single “wave” followed by “light” on Nov. 18.

Underrated artist spotlight: wave to earth

Hannah Lee
March 7, 2023
SZA performs on tour in 2017 following the release of “Ctrl.”

SZA saves souls on ‘SOS’

Jason Cheng and Hannah Lee
January 31, 2023
Several clips of frontman Matty Healy from the North American leg of The 1975 tour, “The 1975: At Their Very Best,” have gone viral.

The 1975’s ‘Being Funny in a Foreign Language’ is a love-fueled blend of genres

Jason Cheng and Hannah Lee
January 26, 2023
Swift released a total of 20 new songs on her new soundtrack “Midnights.”

‘Midnights’ will keep you wide awake even after the clock strikes 12

Jason Cheng and Hannah Lee
November 7, 2022
Rapper Tory Lanez performs at the 2016 WayHome Music and Arts Festival.

Tory Lanez broadens horizons on ‘Alone at Prom’ despite legal trouble

Jason Cheng and Hannah Lee
November 6, 2022
Sophomore Megha Horantur hits the ball at a tennis game.

Girls’ tennis: Falcons have mixed results in quest to return to De Anza

Hannah Lee and Victoria Lin
September 30, 2022
Laufey’s debut album was released on Aug. 26.

Laufey takes hopeless romantics on a ride with ‘Everything I Know About Love’

Hannah Lee
September 20, 2022

Overturning Roe v. Wade threatens more than just women’s lives

Hannah Lee
May 30, 2022
73 questions: conversations with the school community

73 questions: conversations with the school community

Lena Aribi, Meher Bhatnagar, Christina Chang, Lynn Dai, Victoria Hu, Hannah Lee, Jonny Luo, Shannon Ma, Nikhil Mathihalli, and Sarah Zhou
May 30, 2022
Grad Night to be hosted at school on June 2

Grad Night to be hosted at school on June 2

Hannah Lee and Stephanie Sun
May 26, 2022
No. 1 Singles Kosei Ogata serves in a match against Los Gatos, and the Falcons ultimately won 6-1.

Boys’ tennis: Falcons gear up for success with new players

Hannah Lee and Aiden Ye
March 18, 2022
Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities

Controversy over new SCOTUS justice nomination divides minority communities

Hannah Lee
March 16, 2022
Producer of ‘Butter’ explains how its making was a family affair

Producer of ‘Butter’ explains how its making was a family affair

Hannah Lee and Stephanie Sun
March 16, 2022

My life’s a blur

Hannah Lee
March 12, 2022
Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture

Normalizing sexual violence through media fuels rape culture

Hannah Lee
November 22, 2021
Jaz’s Blog: Junior experiments with emotion-packed poetry on self-made blog

Jaz’s Blog: Junior experiments with emotion-packed poetry on self-made blog

Hannah Lee
November 12, 2021
The struggles of being unfunny

The struggles of being unfunny

Hannah Lee and Stephanie Sun
November 1, 2021
New Texas abortion law targets poor woman and sidesteps the Constitution

New Texas abortion law targets poor woman and sidesteps the Constitution

Hannah Lee
October 7, 2021

@artby_apoorva: a documented journey for an aspiring artist

Atrey Desai and Hannah Lee
October 6, 2021
Robotics members excited by new facilities funded by Measure E

Robotics members excited by new facilities funded by Measure E

Atrey Desai and Hannah Lee
September 9, 2021
Time’s up for overlooking sexual misconduct in rekindling of China’s #MeToo movement

Time’s up for overlooking sexual misconduct in rekindling of China’s #MeToo movement

Hannah Lee
September 8, 2021
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The Golden Age of Hollywood wasn’t obscene — and for a good reason

Hannah Lee
May 13, 2021
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Pandemic gratitude: reflecting on the good, bad and ugly

Hannah Lee
May 6, 2021
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NBA holds All-Star game, events despite controversy

Vinay Gollamudi and Hannah Lee
March 18, 2021
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Bringing back iconic Nickelodeon show is a smart move for Netflix

Hannah Lee
March 18, 2021
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Q&A: Winter can usher in seasonal depression

Hannah Lee
January 29, 2021
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New year, new ‘You’

Hannah Lee
January 13, 2021
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Music department launches virtual final performance after unprecedented semester of adjustment

Jason Cheng and Hannah Lee
December 11, 2020
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Proposition 16 failed due to being underdeveloped and not inclusive of all POC

Hannah Lee
December 9, 2020
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1960s James Bond sensibility out-of-touch with #MeToo era

Hannah Lee
December 1, 2020
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It’s raining cats and dogs: Seeking a furry companion in the midst of a pandemic

Hannah Lee and Amanda Zhu
November 4, 2020
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Toxic TikTok: Self-love and body image on the ‘For You’ page

Hannah Lee
October 16, 2020
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Thrifting is NOT as easy as others make it seem

Hannah Lee
October 10, 2020
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Despite big-time cast, Netflix thriller ‘The Devil All the Time’ disappoints

Hannah Lee
October 10, 2020
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College admissions induce anxiety amidst pandemic

Hannah Lee
September 17, 2020
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Music program utilizes editing software to replicate ensemble while in online setting

Jason Cheng and Hannah Lee
September 14, 2020
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Quarantine helps reporters develop healthy habits and fun self-care tasks

Kaasha Minocha and Hannah Lee
August 29, 2020
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