The isolation created by quarantine is just one of the extremely burdening, negative externalities of Covid-19. As the pandemic continues into the new year, it is not surprising that many have been needing a remedy for their loneliness. One such antidote is adopting a new pet from a local shelter. Since March, when quarantine began…
Throughout the final months of 2020 and the start of 2021, Coronavirus has disrupted every aspect of people’s daily lives and has isolated many with needed quarantine. One place particularly affected by the pandemic is the church. Churches and other places of worship across the world hold significant importance for many people and provide a…
In the past, many people celebrated their birthdays by gathering with their close friends and family to have a party. However, because of the coronavirus outbreak, we are not able to meet with other people. Still, there are ways that people all around the world celebrate their birthday, virtually. One way people are now celebrating…
Endgame. We’ve all heard of that word before. Marvel heroes buzzing in their gallant suits, costumes, weapons, superpowers and whatnot, fighting with all their might to save the world and humanity, against all odds, from the ultimate malevolent lunatic- Thanos. Now, out of the theatre, (or off of your Disney Plus stream, especially during this…
The new year has finally arrived, bringing optimism and a new start from the challenges many faced in the year 2020. Most people have created New Year’s resolutions to encourage this new beginning and better themselves throughout the year. However, this motivation for change seems like it magically disappears by the time February comes around….
The live-action entertainment industry is quite literally clapping the slate as filming sites for movies, premiers, and even auditions have had to be shut down or be put on hold indefinitely, due to the increase in COVID-19 cases. However, it is a little different for the animation entertainment industry, which is actually thriving due to…
As of the 2019-2020 school year, the La Canada School District, LCUSD, has implemented the Diversity, Race, and Inclusivity (DEI) initiative. The initiative focuses on addressing key areas such as discipline, policies, curriculum, school activities, and involvements in order to promote those core values and enforce the community within schools. The district hired Christina Hale-Elliot,…
During the pandemic and this time of social distancing, my family has come to own several candles which are scattered throughout the house. At some point, my father brought home a candle, and from then we were hooked and continued to buy more and more. I remember the first time we used a candle in…
The Valley Youth Philharmonic Orchestra ,VYPO, is a program that has been bringing together talented teens from around Los Angeles for nearly a decade. The conductor for the program is Henry Shin, who works alongside the founder and manager, Jackie Koo, as well as many instrument coaches. VYPO currently consists of numerous instruments including violins,…
Taking senior photos is a significant aspect of the last year of one’s high school experience since it is a way to commemorate all that students have done so far in life. It also becomes an important image that a person can look back and reflect upon years later, recalling all of the good memories…
