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Mikul Rana

Mikul Rana, Reporter

Mikul Rana, Class of ’27, is a reporter for the 2024-25 school year. Mikul mainly covers sports, entertainment, and opinion stories. Outside of journalism, Mikul enjoys playing badminton, doing robotics, listening to music, and following basketball and football.

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Freshman Aakarsh Ekollu attempting a net shot

Badminton: Two nationally ranked freshmen are key to rebuilding effort

The Falcons have moved down from the upper De Anza Division to the lower El Camino this season.
The LEGO Millenium Falcon, one of the best sets of all time.

Top 10 LEGO Sets

These ones are worth the money and most will require many hours to complete.
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

For the first time since the 2017-18 season, the Falcons have secured first place in their league and qualified for CCS.
The album cover of LiAngelo Ball’s viral song, “Tweaker”

NBA athletes’ careers in music and acting

Professional athletes may dabble in making music or acting, but should they just stick to their sports?
Teams take to the stands as they wait for alliance selections.

In annual tradition, MSET hosts a tournament at school

The FTC teams hosted a competition in the gym, and the FRC team 649 is starting off their exciting new season, Reefscape.
The current NFL playoff bracket ahead of conference finals

Playoff final four: Bills, Commanders will meet in the Super Bowl

As the NFL regular season comes to an end, this is my take at how the playoffs will play out.
(Left) Susan Wojcicki before an interview, (Right) Saratoga parent May Wang during a talk

Honoring the life of Susan Wojcicki: A visionary female’s legacy in the tech industry

Women like YouTube’s former CEO Susan Wojcicki and Palo Alto Networks CTO May Wang are shaping the tech industry, yet challenges still remain for women in the valley and beyond.
A student studying for their AP test

Self-studying for APs: How should students approach them?

Students share their experiences and advice and teachers offer their opinions for self-studying for AP exams.
VEX robot from team 95071X (right) competing on the field

Robotics teams start their season strong

VEX and FTC teams kick off their seasons with numerous awards at their first few tournaments.
Junior Akash Gupta doing drills in practice.

Season preview: Boys’ soccer team looks to rebound with improving talent and skills

Despite losing key players, the Falcons are optimistic about the season, focusing on skill development and teamwork to improve their performance.
Sophomore David Huan and senior Jamar Zhou cut a piece of metal on the hacksaw.

MSET Robotics stays busy during fall semester with new games and training

The MSET FRC team is trying to use their offseason to the maximum while the FTC teams’ main season started in early September.
Team poses for team photo next to pool deck

Boys’ water polo: Activating Chadha turns season around

Since the arrival of the star player senior, a transfer from Harker, the Falcons have improved tremendously.
Taylor Swift cheers on her boyfriend, Travis Kelce, and the chiefs alongside Jackson Mahomes and Brittany Mahomes

100-word rant: The NFL needs to stop showing Taylor Swift

The NFL’s focus on the mega star during Chiefs games has become a distraction from the sport, overshadowing the actual game.
Junior Nicole Hao works on her team’s robot on her lift mechanism.

All 5 VEX Robotics teams gear up for first competition on Oct. 13

The year’s ‘High-Stakes’ game theme will require a complex build, competitors say.
The Weeknd performing at Super Bowl LV in 2021.

End of an era: The Weeknd

Pop icon The Weeknd is set to drop his last album under his stage name.
Star player Brian Le takes a shot at goalie Armon Vuppula

Promising transfer gives boys’ water polo team newfound hope

After losing key players and their assistant coach, the Falcons are looking to bounce back.
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