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Overview: Booker Prize 2023 Nominations

Overview: Booker Prize 2023 Nominations

By Molly Jackson, Staff Writer July 29, 2024

Winner of the 2023 Booker Prize: Prophet Song by Paul Lynch  Taking place in Dublin, caught between nightmares too good to be true, and a society on the brink of destruction, Ellish— scientist...

Navalny organized hundreds of rallies and protests against Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Navalny’s Legacy Lives On

By Jonah Berman, Arts Editor April 18, 2024

In early March, over 10,000 Russians coalesced on a cold Moscow morning to memorialize a man who had come to represent an entire movement. Alexei Navalny, the iconic Russian dissident, had died just weeks...

Cybertruck on the Tesla showroom floor

Cybertrucks Pose Problems

By Dexter Kinzly, Staff Writer March 21, 2024

Cybertrucks Pose Problems Problems with the first stainless steel pickup truck Many SDA students have reported seeing a Cybertruck, one of Tesla’s most recent projects, near SDA.  Cybertrucks...

An example of a vision board.

How-To: Vision Board Edition

By Sarina Sonnenshein, Staff Writer December 20, 2023

      We all have aspirations for the upcoming year, but often, we struggle to put them into action. If you tend to have big goals, but find yourself falling short of them, a visual reminder may be...

Gifts under the tree

2023 Gift Guide

By Ella Hand and Hailey Malwitz December 19, 2023

As the holiday season is upon us, the joy of gift-giving fills the air. Whether you're hunting for the perfect present for a good friend, a loved one, or even yourself, this comprehensive Christmas gift...

Traditional Thanksgiving dinner food.

The fun of Thanksgiving

By Helena Tubito and Will Warren December 1, 2023

From what most Americans see, Thanksgiving is a special holiday where families and loved ones gather to spend a day of appreciation together.  The holiday is typically known for its traditional feast...

A word art piece about gratitude.

Gratitude on the Brain

By Sarina Sonnenshein, Staff Writer November 27, 2023

      On Thanksgiving Day, people often share and show their appreciation. However, if we try to focus on gratitude daily instead of annually, its various benefits on mental and physical health can...

The best way to spend a fall day is curled up with a good book - or in a good bookstore.

Fall Book Recs

By Molly Jackson, Staff Writer November 6, 2023

For those who only read Sci-fi/Dystopian: Legends & Lattes by Travis Baldree “Take a break from epic battles and saving the world. Legends & Lattes is a low-stakes fantasy that delivers...

Bates Nut Farm in San Diego (shown above) is a fun fall spot to enjoy with family and friends.

Spooky and Fun Halloween Activities To Do

By Ella Hand and Hailey Malwitz October 31, 2023

      The month of October is filled with lots of spooky and fun activities leading up to Halloween. Here are some ideas for exciting or traditional festive activities.       Let’s start off...

Mary Janes are a timeless classic in the world of shoes.

The Rise of Mary Janes

By Katarina Maric, Staff Writer October 25, 2023

      From gracing the feet of 1900s schoolchildren to gaining an insurmountable presence in the theater world, Mary Janes - the iconic rounded, buckle shoes - have been reinvented countless times over...

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