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Tastes of the foods on campus

Melissa Chen, Writer February 26, 2020

Passing by the 500s wing, students may catch a whiff of something delicious baking or simmering away. During lunch, the whole campus munches on meals of different colors, cuisines, textures and tastes....

The story's headline and writer's name superimposed on a  darkened picture of the Cupertino City Center.

Goodbye, Cupertino

Nicole Ong, Editors-in-Chief February 26, 2020

There’s a children’s book that starts like this: Goodnight room, goodnight moon, goodnight cow jumping over the moon. For Cupertino kids, however, perhaps our bedtime stories should read more like...

A graphic illustration of the issues Democratic presidential candidates have been running on for their 2020 campaign.

2020 Democratic Primary

Lillian Fu, Design Editor February 26, 2020

The California primary elections for U.S. president are now less than a week away, and as March 3 approaches, debates among the eight remaining Democratic candidates are heating up. Several issues of national...

Writer Nicole Ong stands wearing the surgical mask donned by many as protection from the newfound virus; she holds a sign saying "Chinese ≠ Coronavirus."

Coronavirus does not excuse racism

Nicole Ong, Editors-in-Chief February 26, 2020

“My dad said to stay away from you since you might give me Coronavirus,” my classmate laughed, and so did I, failing to realize the implications of the comment. I shrugged, a vague discomfort settling...

After the Sports Analytics and Creative Game Design clubs were disbanded last year under the new ASB club policy, members worked throughout the school year to restructure and repitch their respective clubs.

Disbanded clubs reinstated after changes

Renee Ge, In-Depth Editor February 26, 2020

On Jan. 14, the Legislative Council passed Sports Analytics and Creative Game Design Club. After the clubs were disbanded last year under the new ASB club policy, members worked throughout the school year...

Grief, the feeling of deep sorrow, is an emotion that is deeply linked with loss. 

Exploring the unique experiences of grief and loss

Stella Huang and Elliu Huang February 26, 2020

Grief, the feeling of deep sorrow, is an emotion that is deeply linked with loss.  Most people will experience grief at some point in their lives due to forces outside of their control.  The...

Lynbrook Science Bowl team members and the Science Bowl logo

Science Bowl Team bonds over challenging competitions

Sharlene Chen, Design Editor February 26, 2020

Lynbrook’s Science Bowl Team competed at a regional competition on Feb. 8; the team made it past the first round, but did not pass the double-elimination rounds, failing to qualify for the National Science...

The Nike Vaporfly's traits include a 33 mm midsole and a carbon fiber plate, both of which correspond with a regulation of World Athletics.

World Athletics sets new regulations on running shoes

Teresa Arisawa, Writer February 26, 2020

On Oct. 12, 2019, Eliud Kipchoge ran the fastest marathon in world history — 1:59:40. However, this impressive time did not replace the marathon world record due to the massive amount of tools used to...

"Everything concerning climate is really urgent. Faster is better, but it is not
always achievable without large funding." - Ken Davies, Climate Smart San Jose

San Jose strives to stay green

Claire Chiu, Writer February 26, 2020

While San Jose is best known as the home of technological advancements, it is also one of the leading cities in the effort to combat climate change within the U.S. Despite the stance the Trump administration...

Writer Aileen Xue holds up a bag from Trader Joes.

An ode to Trader Joe’s

Aileen Xue, Editors-in-Chief February 26, 2020

I’m going to be blunt here: I love Trader Joe’s. From strolling along the aisles searching for coconut aminos or receiving amused chuckles from workers as my friends and I conducted part two of our...

The Statue of Liberty's original inscription of Emma Lazarus's poem is reworded to say "Give me your independent, your affluent, your huddled masses who don't need my help," symbolizing the Supreme Court decision's message to America's immigrant population.

Public benefits: Are they really for the public?

Michelle Zhu, Writer February 26, 2020

On Sept. 27, 2019, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in favor of a stricter criteria on green card applications.  In a 5-4 vote, it ruled that the Trump administration is allowed to judge applications...

In total, Lynbrook competitors received one Best Delegate award, three Outstanding Delegate awards, one Honorable Mention award, two Verbal Commendation awards and four Best Research awards at the Santa Clara Valley MUN Conference.

LHS Model UN models success at SCVMUN conference

Jasmine Hou, Writer February 26, 2020

On Jan. 31 and Feb. 1, Lynbrook Model United Nations (MUN) competed at the Santa Clara Valley MUN (SCVMUN) Conference at Santa Teresa High School, earning success at one of the club’s most popular conferences...