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Writer Ron Aich shares his love for watching the Warriors.

The Warriors are fun to watch again

Ron Aich, Opinion Editor December 11, 2019

The moment Steph Curry hit the hardwood, I knew it was over. Just like his hand, the Golden State Warriors’ slim playoff aspirations for the year were brutally crushed under Aron Baynes’ 260- pound...

Through cross training, athletes supplement their exercise routines by training in several sports.

Cross training strengthens athletes performance

Jasmine Hou, Writer December 11, 2019

From football to swimming to track and field, Lynbrook athletes do it all. But while some students practice multiple sports to explore their interests, others’ intent lies in the practice of cross training.  Through...

The movement to impeach President Donald Trump gained traction after an anonymous White House official reported that Trump had abused his presidential powers to benefit his 2020 presidential campaign. 

Trump’s Impeachment

Renee Ge, In-Depth Editor December 11, 2019

The movement to impeach President Donald Trump gained traction after an anonymous White House official reported that Trump had abused his presidential powers to benefit his 2020 presidential campaign,...

Lynbrook sports through the decade

Stella Huang and Sunny Li December 11, 2019

2010: The boys’ varsity volleyball team made it to Central Coast Section (CCS) Division I (DI) playoffs and advanced to the quarterfinals before losing to Mountain View High School. 2011: For the...

Junior Michael Hu (om the right) and sophomore Arthur Zhou (on the left) are teammates who play competitive bridge at an international level

Kings of bridge: finding success in competition

Ethan Lee, Writer December 11, 2019

Junior Michael Hu and sophomore Arthur Zhou are teammates who play competitive bridge at an international level. Both Hu and Zhou were introduced to the game by their parents and continued playing recreationally....

Happy holidays! Released Nov. 22, "Frozen 2" made box office records as the sequel to the Disney animated movie.

Holiday Movies: Frozen 2

Medha Upadhyay, Features Editor December 11, 2019

It’s official: Disney has managed to recreate the magic. Anna and Elsa are back with the whole gang, and Frozen fever is back in full force.   The royal sisters don’t feel quite the same...

Interact supports education in Nicaragua

Elliu Huang, Managing Editor December 11, 2019

Interact Clubs from all five FUHSD schools held a fundraiser, an A12 Annual Charity Mixer: “A Carn1ival 2 Remember,” at Cupertino High School on Nov. 15. The carnival-themed dance was part of their...

Individuals stand in a line, eyes censored and mock Rice Purity scores hovering above them, symbolizing the article's central angle: with Rice Purity scores, people are reduced to a number.

Drugs, sex, shame — with a side of Rice

Pranav Mishra, Writer December 11, 2019

Some students compete over athletics, while others compete over academics. All too often, teenagers love competition. Enter the Rice Purity Test. Now, students can spend their time comparing how many times...

Ironically, I felt like I was happiest when I was at my “ugliest” because I really didn’t care what others said about me

Physical glowup, mental glowdown

Kavya Iyer, Content Editor December 11, 2019

Those clear-skinned girls with a tiny waist but wide hips, sporting crop tops and distressed jeans, showcasing an effortless smile bedazzled with teeth whiter than snow. That's who I wanted to be, but...

Esports players use various equipment while gaming, such as consoles, large monitors and headphones.

Esports: the world of competitive gaming

Shamita Gurusu and Kaylin Li December 11, 2019

In 2019, the esports industry has generated more than $1 billion in revenue, and  its earnings are projected to grow to $1.8 billion by 2022. This growth, brought on by recent advances in technology...

modern school buildings exterior, student city concept, elementary school facade urban street background, icon vector illustration

Declining enrollment causes concern

Teresa Arisawa, Writer December 11, 2019

Declining residency in the Cupertino Union School District (CUSD) has lowered enrollment, leading school officials to consider new measures and possible elementary school closure. This has already had...

Left to right -- 
Image 1: Ruby Lee, Emily Chen
Image 2: PJ Loury, Vyas Ramasubramani, Joe Peng
Image 3: Christina Nguyen, Luke Manalo

Class of 2009 reunites ten years later

Sharlene Chen, Design Editor December 11, 2019

Ten years have passed since Lynbrook’s Class of 2009 graduated. On Nov. 30, they hosted a reunion at BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse to relive high school memories and reunite with their old classmates.  The...