California’s Response to Crime
October 13, 2025
Niche or nothing
In ecology, a niche is all of the biotic and abiotic factors an organism needs to exist. But I’m not a scientist. I’m the farthest thing from it. I can barely spell the word without spell check. So for credibility reasons, I will not be exploring the makeup of our pale blue dot and the intertwining factors that keep the plants and animals on it alive. But I am a human and I do exist in a society, so my understanding of the sociological definition of niche is a little bit more comprehensive. And I happen to have found my social niche.
Kanye West and his impact on the world
Good or bad, everyone has something to say about dear old Kanye. Musical genius or crazed racist? Can Kanye be defined? Featuring takes from Mr. Bermudez and Mr. Perry, jump in as we open this can of worms and try answering this burning question.
Why Tekken 8 should be the next game you play
We’re only a few months into 2024, and there’s already a multitude of great games to choose from. Some popular titles include Helldivers 2, and Persona 3: Reload. But only one game stands out, and that would be Bandai Namco’s Tekken 8. This is going to be a review of Tekken 8 as well as an introduction to the series for those who are unfamiliar.
The Last Laugh: The Decline of Sitcoms in Modern Entertainment
In the wide variety of shows that modern entertainment provides, sitcoms like “Friends,” “Modern Family,” and “The Office” are becoming forgotten, with laughter fading into the echoes of memory. Due to the recent rise of digital media, sitcoms are struggling to maintain relevance in today’s society. With the use of streaming platforms rising and attention spans shrinking, the decline of sitcoms marks the end of an era.
The impact of concussions on student life
Athletics are a crucial part of the high school experience, with events like the Homecoming football game usually being jam-packed. However, there is a dark underbelly to sports at Washington High School. Many students suffer from injuries that hamper their learning and athletic participation and potentially have life-long impacts.
Swing into spring sports: Girls lacrosse takes on a new season
Spring has arrived, and with it have come rainy days, Daylight Savings, AP exams, and more excitingly, a new round of seasonal sports such as girls lacrosse.
Embracing maximalism: Why less isn’t always more
Images from Emily Babb (Medium) and Sarah Hamilton. As a society, we often frown upon being “too much.” Whether it’s being too much…
Art is dead
In the age of endless Disney remakes, reboots, sequels, and the growing increase of AI in the art field, many have started asking whether art is dead. And while there is still art produced every day, it is overwhelmingly clear that what we once considered “art” is dead and buried.