Hollywood And The Ethics Of Racebending

Ryan Hu (11) | STAFF REPORTER

Representation has long been difficult for Hollywood, and in recent decades the solution has been simply to present more non-white actors on screen. Racebending is one of the trends currently expressed by Hollywood, and refers to films where the race of a character is changed. These trends are an indication of Hollywood’s insensitivity to race, but may also signal a better future for non-white actors.  read more

The Future is Fusion; A Breakthrough in Clean Energy

Ayda Kulacoglu (10) | STAFF REPORTER

The quest for clean and sustainable energy has long been a topic of controversy and exploration. With concerns over environmental impact, resource scarcity, and climate change, researchers have tirelessly sought innovative alternatives to traditional energy sources. The pursuit of a cleaner and more efficient energy future remains a global imperative, driving advancements in technology and scientific understanding. read more

Projects: Because Real Life Doesn’t Have Multiple Choice Questions

Ethan Xu (10) | STAFF REPORTER

The education system is arguably one of the most important foundations of a country. As students, we’re all familiar with it as well. We’re told that education is there to teach, nurture, and even educate. To achieve this, the system uses assessments, which can most notably be categorized into two groups: projects and tests.  read more

TAROT READINGS & FORTUNE TELLINGS

Elaine Chang (10) | Staff Reporter

TAROT READINGS & FORTUNE TELLINGS — 

$2/10 minutes

The sign stood, propped up on a potted plant, outside a tiny, four-post tent. As Molly read the hand-lettered, swirly font, she privately thought the material of the tent’s drapes looked just like her grandma’s carpet. Despite her skepticism, she counted her palmful of change: two dollars exactly. Between the overpriced ice cream and the bustling arcade, there wasn’t exactly anywhere else along the boardwalk to spend the money. I suppose there’s no reason not to. She surveyed the dense bead curtain, shrouding the figure inside from a proper view, and stepped through it.   read more

Cope With Stress: Therapy Dogs

Gloria Yang (10) | STAFF REPORTER

Sometimes, school can be a lot, especially with all the assignments students have to complete, and all the tests we have to study for. As a result of this, many students have trouble balancing their personal well-being and school work. Especially at St. Robert CHS, many students decide to focus on their academics, often neglecting their own needs. Students are often very stressed and tired, with very little time for breaks.  read more