Pop culture addictions – do celebrities dictate our lives

Jatin Kumar, Staff Writer
October 6, 2011

I’m addicted and I just can’t get enough. Lady Gaga, Justin Beiber, Charlie Sheen, Kate Middleton. Typical names in the average American household. What about, Pete Stark, James K. Polk, Galileo, or even Barbara Boxer? Who are these people? Ladies and gentlemen, when was the last time you read the... Read more »

Tumblr: is it worth it?

Anton Cardenas, Opinions Editor
October 6, 2011

The farther they scroll down the page, the farther they escape from reality. This was my observation in Java class one day as I looked up and saw the screens of my classmates. Some were on Powerschool, some were on Facebook, but about 90% of my classmates were on the exclusive Tumblr.com. For those who... Read more »

Today’s Disney: What’s the point of their story?

Josie Jayme, Opinions Editor
October 6, 2011

Remember when Raven taught us beauty comes in all shapes and sizes after trying to lose weight to model a dress she designed? Or Lizzie McGuire’s best friend Miranda began to skip meals and developed an eating disorder because she saw herself as overweight? But does anyone remember what the... Read more »

Teen Changes

Ashley Berry, Staff Writer
October 6, 2011

Parents just don’t understand. Teens from every generation lament that their parents might as well have grown up in another universe. The teens of today, however, might not be too off when thinking this. This generation has grown up with tons of new technology and temptations. These changes in our... Read more »

From 5 to 25

Josie Jayme, Opinions Editor
October 6, 2011

The bathroom counters are stocked like a department store’s beauty section. She looks in the mirror one last time, making sure her appearance is at its utmost perfection. Her curls bounce in every direction she moves, her already ageless skin glows in the light, and a sparkling gown swallows her small... Read more »

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