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A Better Bathroom Break

Isabella Attallah • November 4, 2024

From graffiti adorning the walls to masses of toilet paper strewn on the floor, the state of Peninsula bathrooms has long been an issue. The sickly-sweet stench of vape was consistently a lingering scent in the air...

Hold the Phone

Adam Lu • November 4, 2024

For students, cell phones are a fact of life, and many instinctively reach for their pocket for that familiar object whenever they need mental stimulation. With their obsession comes an onslaught of consequences...

an era of endorsements

Camila Gutierrez • November 4, 2024

The human gaze is drawn to what is most extraordinary. Celebrities are those who stand out in the media — specifically actors, singers and influencers. It is because of this popularity...

Implications of Deregulating Education

James Pan • January 15, 2025

Education policy is becoming an increasingly greater concern for both American citizens and government officials. With his inauguration, Donald Trump and his constituents have a sweeping vision for education reform...

A Legacy to Remember

Adam Lu • January 15, 2025

Many students at Peninsula work tirelessly on building a golden portfolio for when college applications roll around. When rumors spread that someone who may not have worked as hard is accepted into a...