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Each dot represents a major coral reef site.
Credit: NOAA’s Coral Reef Conservation Program

Vanishing reefs: How climate change is devastating coral ecosystems

Julia Marcos and Ace Carroll May 21, 2025

Under the ocean’s surface, an underwater paradise is fading—-vibrant coral reefs, once overflowing with life, are turning ghostly white as climate change tightens its grip. Coral reefs are all around...

Uncovering the hidden cost of ChatGPT

Uncovering the hidden cost of ChatGPT

Justine Picard and Saanvi Dasari May 20, 2025

The AI Gold Rush we are experiencing right now is, to put it plainly, revolutionary. We no longer need to spend what limited time we have with time-consuming activities. Need to write an email? Brainstorm...

Art by Hannah Ma

A guide for creatives

Hannah Ma, Opinion Editor May 20, 2025

The pressure to pursue a STEM degree is universal. And it’s not unwarranted. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, STEM jobs have a median annual wage of $101,650 while non-STEM jobs have...

Art by Anika Ravilla

The Calabasas Landfill Controversy

Justine Picard and Emily Gluskin May 20, 2025

Clean-up The Calabasas Landfill is owned by Los Angeles County and operated by the Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts. The Calabasas Landfill is one of 17 dump sites throughout Los Angeles County...

Art by Caroline Bi

Fun in summer

Caroline Bi and Gabriella Paul May 20, 2025

It’s no surprise that as finals roll around, students are stressed out of their minds. Books are being opened, papers are spread across the kitchen floor, half open computers slowly dying as the charger...

The Weeknd - ‘Hurry Up Tomorrow’ Album Review

The Weeknd – ‘Hurry Up Tomorrow’ Album Review

Abhinav Kodali and Yash Parikh May 20, 2025

For years, Abel Tesfaye has held onto the character he calls “The Weeknd,” even speaking in the third person in interviews. However, his new album, “Hurry Up Tomorrow,” has been announced as his...

Students celebrate their identity with a Pride Prom, picnic and more

Students celebrate their identity with a Pride Prom, picnic and more

Jade Wolff, Social Media Manager May 16, 2025

Oak Park High School aims to be an environment in which all students feel protected and welcomed, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity. Some individuals go the extra mile to provide...

Bored? Get outside and enjoy Oak Park's beautiful terrain

Bored? Get outside and enjoy Oak Park’s beautiful terrain

Emily Hardy, Staff Writer May 15, 2025

In an age conquered by electronics and new technologies, we often find ourselves indoors for most of our recreational time. Watching TV, playing video games, shopping and coffee runs are all valid ways...

Spring break is coming soon

Spring break is coming soon

Caroline Bi, Senior Staff Artist April 9, 2025

With spring break finally arriving after what seems like a millennia, Oak Park High School students are ready to take a well-deserved break. It seems like even with all the chaos of approaching tests,...

As a food hall, Neighborly hosts five restaurants that span cuisines and cultures.

Visit Neighborly: The Westlake food hall filled with must-tries

Mara Hankins and Evan Rubenstein April 8, 2025

If you are looking for a variety of food, Neighborly has it all. Located in the Westlake Promenade, this collection of restaurants, located all under one roof, takes the spot of Social Monk, which has...

Ramadan’s Significance

Ramadan’s Significance

Aysa Markazi, Guest Writer April 7, 2025

Another year, another Ramadan, another wave of confusion. Many know of the celebration, but little know about it. “It [Ramadan] is once a year and it’s considered the holiest month of the year for...

Sophomore Paige Walker with a representative from American University.

Decoding the college admissions process

Tanvi Jeurkar, Social Media Manager April 7, 2025

Students were given the opportunity to gain insight into the often puzzling world of college admissions on April 3. Hosted by the Oak Park High School PFA and Counseling department, representatives from...

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