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COMMUNITY SPACE: The plaza mayor in Valladolid, Spain, is an example of the kinds of third places that are part of the culture of other countries.

Community third places must become a first priority

Miriam Santos, Staff Writer November 21, 2024

As the internet has become an integral part of daily life, it has also accentuated a “connection crisis”: growing societal isolation. Libraries have been swapped for AI search engines and cafes for chat centers. Third places, which foster safe spaces for communal relationships and relaxation, have...

CELEBRITY MOURNING: The internet only worsens the spectacle that arises when a celebrity passes.

Celebrity deaths shouldn’t be social media spectacles

Rachel Yoon, Managing Editor November 21, 2024

When former One Direction singer Liam Payne died unexpectedly on Oct. 16, the media and entertainment industry erupted into chaos. Just hours after his death, disturbing photos of Payne’s body were plastered on the internet by TMZ, sparking an outcry from the public regarding the lack of respect for...

BLINDED BY CTENESS: A little girl unknowingly gambles her chances for a cute Labubu, only to discard money and other blind boxes she didn’t want.

Unboxing the gambling trap behind blind boxes

Jasmine Nguyen, Senior Staff Writer November 21, 2024

Blind boxes have become a cultural phenomenon, captivating youth with an irresistible blend of mystery and cuteness. Unboxing videos of popular series, such as Smiski and Sonny Angels, and shopping haul vlogs from stores like Popmart and Miniso, dominate social media, propelling the niche market into...

Oxford’s CCR fails students’ varied needs

Celine Park, Opinion Editor November 21, 2024

Every 7th grade student at Oxford Academy takes a semester of College and Career Readiness (CCR) followed by an additional year for most eighth graders. CCR aims to create an equitable support system for students of varying backgrounds and skills by offering in-class tutoring and teaching study strategies....

Electoral college fails to reflect American voices

Electoral college fails to reflect American voices

Celine Park, Opinion Editor October 30, 2024

With the United States’ 60th presidential election approaching, American citizens are encouraged to register as voters. However, electoral votes, cast by states’ representatives in the electoral college, ultimately determine the election’s winner, rendering popular votes irrelevant and undermining...

AI’s progress and development pollutes the planet

AI’s progress and development pollutes the planet

Kenzie Laing, Arts & Entertainment Editor October 30, 2024

The technological advancements of Artificial Intelligence (AI) are revolutionary, but burns copious amounts of energy in its training and usage — far more than traditional technology. AI’s excessive energy use when created and operated, along with its immense e-waste production, must end as it accelerates...

Denying Change: Governor Gavin Newsom’s veto of Assembly Bill 2586 imposes on California’s undocumented students’ opportunities for employment and higher education.

Newsom’s AB 2586 Veto inhibits undocumented students

Nandita Bussa, News Editor October 30, 2024

On Sept. 22, Governor Gavin Newsom’s veto of Assembly Bill 2586 crushed California’s estimated population of 86,805 undocumented students. AB 2586 aims to provide equitable campus employment opportunities for all public post-secondary schooling systems such as UCs, CSUs, and California community...

Kamala Harris catches Gen Z’s attention with social media trends

“Kamala HQ” sacrifices decorum for entertainment

Jimena Beltran, Senior Staff Writer October 29, 2024

With a new age comes a new form of marketing, and though candidates before Vice President Kamala Harris have made a prominent online presence for themselves, none pushed the boundaries like Harris, as she continues to toe the line between professionalism and mainstream appeal. A notable portion of the...

IN CELEBRITIES WE TRUST? In the end, endorsements can’t sway a country.

Star power fuels voters, not results

Natalie Akins, Staff Writer October 24, 2024

As the time to elect the 47th President of the United States draws nearer, celebrities weigh in left and right — literally and figuratively. Ever since President Warren G. Harding was elected in 1920, stars have vouched for political candidates to persuade the masses to do the same. However, while...

CULTURAL DISREGARD: Asianfishing plays on stereotypes and undermines Asian people.

Asianfishing steals culture as Asians pay the price

Justin Le, Editor in Chief October 23, 2024

Asianfishing — when somebody manipulates their characteristics to appear Asian — has become increasingly prevalent online. This appropriation ranges from manipulating photos and videos or imitating Asian features with makeup to using Asian names online, imitating and disrespecting these communities....

COMMUTER SCHOOL: Eighty-one per cent of Oxford’s 1,317 students reside outside of Cypress.

OA parking lot construction strains commuters

Celine Park, Opinion Editor September 26, 2024

Oxford Academy began the school year in a frenzy as solar panel construction shut down the parking lot, the last of Anaheim Union High School District (AUHSD) schools to implement the initiative. While select AUHSD campuses were prioritized to receive construction over summer break instead of during...

Oxford student athletes' success lacks support

Oxford student athletes’ success lacks support

Audrey Lee, Sports Editor September 26, 2024

All high schools in the Anaheim Union High School District (AUHSD) allow their student athletes to take their respective sports in replacement of the district mandated Physical Education (PE) class, except for Oxford Academy. To follow suit and accommodate its student athletes, Oxford should allow students...

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