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Cuttlefish drivers strategize before their match.
FTC robotics teams flex their strength at Regionals
March 2, 2025
Members of the Saratoga debate team pose for a group picture during the James Logan Invitational.
Speech and debate rocks the circuit in the new year
March 1, 2025
Field setup starts off with marking the perimeter of the field with a wooden wall
MSET’s First Robotics Competition team gears up for upcoming season
February 27, 2025
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
Sonic, Tails and Knuckles team up against the mysterious Shadow the Hedgehog in an action-packed movie.
’Sonic the Hedgehog 3:’ fast and fun but forgettable
March 2, 2025
A tier list of the top nominations from the 97th Academy Awards.
The 2025 Oscars: predictions and most deserving films
March 1, 2025
After controversial lawsuits, photos of Beyoncé, Jay-Z, and Diddy resurfaced on the internet.
Gratitude with fear: grappling with all the Beyoncé conspiracy theories
March 1, 2025
Free speech is censored in certain countries
Analysis: Censorship to the point of murder, courtesy of two world powers
February 28, 2025
The common settings that SHS students use as third places.
From relaxing natural spots to quiet library corners: how having a so-called third place can relieve stress and boost productivity
February 27, 2025
Team pictures of each of the four winter sports teams, girls’ basketball, girls’ soccer, boys’ basketball and boys’ soccer.
This winter marks historic seasons for both basketball and soccer
March 2, 2025
The team huddles during their CCS quarterfinals game against Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory
Boys’ basketball team falls to Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory in CCS Division-III quarterfinals
March 2, 2025
Some of the most notable players who have been traded during this year’s trade deadline. (Left to Right: Zach Lavine, De’Aaron Fox, Luka Doncic, Anthony Davis and Brandom Ingram)
NBA thrown into chaos due to shocking high-profile trades
February 25, 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
America’s mental health crisis does not receive the attention it deserves
America’s mental health crisis does not receive the attention it deserves
March 2, 2025
Seniors lock your cars before the underclassmen sneak in.
100-word rant: Underclassmen, wait your turn and stop sneaking off campus during lunches
March 2, 2025
It’s about time to rebalance the scale of power.
America’s allies must limit Trump’s power grab
March 1, 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
An accurate depiction of me on the verge of getting pulled into my screen when watching K-dramas.
Confession: My relationship with the imaginary characters on-screen has become integrated into my daily routine
March 2, 2025
New year’s goals are written down, surrounded by the mess of daily life.
‘New Year, new me’ is sadly a myth
March 1, 2025
It’s time to rethink some of our original goals…
Failing New Year’s resolutions like a pro
March 1, 2025
Everything showers are one of the best ways to reset.
February: The perfect time to show yourself some love
February 26, 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

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All content by Karthik Annaamalai

Speech and debate team wraps up season with strong performance at states

Karthik Annaamalai
May 3, 2011
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Speech and debate team shines at Cal, Stanford

Karthik Annaamalai
March 2, 2011

Round two loss ends solid season

Karthik Annaamalai and Roy Bisht
March 1, 2011

Boys’ basketball: Teamwork taking team to new level

Karthik Annaamalai and Roy Bisht
February 5, 2011
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Boys’ basketball: Team hopes to carry momentum into regular season

Karthik Annaamalai and Roy Bisht
January 13, 2011
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Receiver Guengerich wins prestigious 49er player of the week award

Karthik Annaamalai and Abhishek Venkataramana
December 20, 2010

Boys’ Basketball: Coach Naas and seniors step up game

Karthik Annaamalai and Roy Bisht
December 7, 2010

Boys’ basketball team ready to strike opposition

Karthik Annaamalai and Roy Bisht
November 23, 2010

Falcons, plagued by turnovers, face undefeated Vikings in a ‘must-win’ game

Karthik Annaamalai and Abhishek Venkataramana
November 8, 2010
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Falcons take down Los Gatos to end 27-year losing streak

Karthik Annaamalai and Abhi Venkataramana
October 23, 2010

Falcons open up their passing attack

Karthik Annaamalai and Abhishek Venkataramana
September 22, 2010

Six incoming class officers run unopposed

Izzy Albert and Karthik Annaamalai
May 18, 2010

Israel treading on many toes

Karthik Annaamalai
April 30, 2010

California ought to revoke public initiatives

Karthik Annaamalai
March 16, 2010
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Brandon Pierce makes audience melt at Saratoga Idol

Karthik Annaamalai
March 16, 2010
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Boys’ tennis, ranked first in the state, looks to win national tournament

Karthik Annaamalai
March 16, 2010

Compromise is essential for an effective Congress

Karthik Annaamalai
March 11, 2010

Colts hold edge in Super Bowl

Karthik Annaamalai
January 31, 2010

Government ought not use racial profiling

Karthik Annaamalai
January 26, 2010

Community service should be left to students’ initiative

Karthik Annaamalai and Ren Norris
January 21, 2010

AP US History class digs into local history with event at cemetery

Karthik Annaamalai and Jordan Waite
January 7, 2010

New teacher uses Motif Fair in hopes of increasing participation

Karthik Annaamalai
December 1, 2009

Football: Falcons run by Burlingame in first round of CCS playoffs

Karthik Annaamalai
November 21, 2009

3 athletes officially sign to colleges

Cullan McChesney and Karthik Annaamalai
November 19, 2009
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Toga falls to a tough Los Gatos team

Karthik Annaamalai and Abhi Venkataramana
October 29, 2009

New music teacher views SHS as new home

Karthik Annaamalai
October 28, 2009

Football: Falcons hopes of CCS still alive

Karthik Annaamalai and David Eng
October 20, 2009

Football: Falcons aim to end 29-year losing streak against Wildcats this Friday

Karthik Annaamalai and David Eng
October 20, 2009

Homecoming traditions not what they used to be

Karthik Annaamalai and Ren Norris
October 14, 2009

Football: Saratoga wins first game against Westmont

David Eng and Karthik Annaamalai
September 16, 2009

Football: Falcons looking to prove they belong in the “A” League

Karthik Annaamalai and Abhishek Venkataramana
September 16, 2009

Falcons looking to prove they belong in the “A” league

Karthik Annaamalai and Abhishek Venkataramana
September 14, 2009

Saratoga suffers first loss of season

David Eng and Karthik Annaamalai
September 11, 2009

Boys’ Baseball: Falcons clinch league title for baseball but fall short at CCS

Karthik Annaamalai and Abhi Venkataramana
May 29, 2009

Baseball: Falcons match up against Monterey in first-round of CCS tournament

Karthik Annaamalai
May 19, 2009

Debaters compete in states

Karthik Annaamalai and Vijay Menon
May 7, 2009

Top swimmers get recruited

Karthik Annaamalai and Tim Rollinson
March 10, 2009

Wasserman continues helping students through college services

Karthik Annaamalai and Guy Quanrud
March 2, 2009

ASB to launch website

Guy Quanrud and Karthik Annaamalai
February 11, 2009

Super Bowl Preview

Karthik Annaamalai
January 27, 2009

Series: Leave your rights at the school gate

Melody Zhang and Karthik Annaamalai
January 27, 2009

Football: Falcons fall to Wilcox in final seconds, knocking team out of CCS contention

Karthik Annaamalai and Abhishek Venkataramana
November 17, 2008

Vikings plunder Falcons due to weak Falcon passing game

Karthik Annaamalai and Abhishek Venkataramana
October 22, 2008

Football succeeds despite injury-plagued season

Karthik Annaamalai and Abhishek Venkataramana
October 16, 2008

Saratoga-Los Gatos football rivalry continues

Karthik Annaamalai and Rebecca Nguyen
October 16, 2008

Students ignorant about America’s economy

Karthik Annaamalai and Tiffany Tung
October 15, 2008

SHS employs new contact system

Karthik Annaamalai and Vijay Menon
October 13, 2008

Falcons crush Los Altos due to thriving Wing T offense

Abhishek Venkataramana and Karthik Annaamalai
October 8, 2008

Football crushes Los Altos due to thriving Wing T offense

Karthik Annaamalai and Abhishek Venkataramana
October 7, 2008

Football shines in home opener vs. Westmont, winning 27-13

Karthik Annaamalai and Abhishek Venkataramana
October 1, 2008

Falcons hope to build off of last season’s success

Abhishek Venkataramana and Karthik Annaamalai
September 18, 2008

Falcons hope to build off of last season’s success

Abhishek Venkataramana and Karthik Annaamalai
September 18, 2008

PTSA changes name to PTSO

Karthik Annaamalai and Emily Chen
September 12, 2008

Falcons shut out in season opener due to 6 turnovers

Karthik Annaamalai and Abhishek Venkataramana
September 11, 2008
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