In a loss for Democratic primary Kamala Harris to a near supermajority vote for Republican figurehead Donald Trump, the 2024 election waged a culturally cutthroat war. Even in infamously liberal California, Democrats gradually lost the vote of the average citizen: a biting sign of a failure to retain...

The holiday season is rocking just around the corner — streets are brimming with twinkling lights and the giving season’s jolly cheer. For just one night, get in the festive spirit with your friends at home and celebrate Friendsmas! Confections & Crafts  Arguably the most important aspect...

Oxford Academy Red Cross held its first blood drive of the year in the gym on Nov. 5, donating 31 units of blood to the American Red Cross for patients with cancer or sickle cell disease. Amassing around 34 student donors before the blood drive, and allowing walk-ins, they were required to be at least...

On Sept. 20, Governor Gavin Newsom signed AB 1805 into law, requiring the historic 1947  school segregation case of Mendez, et al. v. Westminster School District of Orange County to be integrated into California’s history and social science curriculum by Dec. 31, 2028.  The bill was co-authored...

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....

Effective Sept. 2025, California will ban legacy admissions at private and nonprofit universities with Assembly Bill 1780. Legacy admissions are the practice of giving special consideration to college applicants who have familial alumni and donors. For years, top colleges such as Stanford and University...

Sabrina Carpenter may only be five feet, but the release of her sixth album “Short n’ Sweet” soared her career to new heights. After soundtracking the summer with global chart toppers “Espresso” and “Please Please Please,” the record released on Aug. 23 and is an intricate mosaic of mainstream...

Step into Kei Coffee House, Kei Concepts’ newest venture — you’ll be greeted by a minimalist cafe inspired by Southeast Asian cafe culture. As sunshine illuminates the window-lined restaurant and plants adorn the sleek furniture, it’s no surprise the coffee shop, still in its soft opening,...

On June 6, the Anaheim Union High School District (AUHSD) Board of Trustees examined a provisional appointment for the late Trustee Anna Piercy’s seat, reviewed upcoming budgets and the LCAP, and voted on raises and contract extensions, extending Superintendent Michael Matsuda's contract to 2028.  Following...

With input from 146 student, parent, educator, and community participants, the Anaheim Union High School District Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) solidified the district's goals for the upcoming year on May 9.  After the four focus groups drafted their top three recommendations at the LCAP’s...

Nickelodeon made millions by filming shows that made up many people’s childhoods — at the cost of their own actors’ childhoods. The Max docuseries “Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV” documents abuse behind the scenes, bringing justice for its victims and accountability to the entertainment...

The world’s biggest music company, Universal Music Group (UMG), removed all of its artists’ music from TikTok following disputes over low artist compensation, AI protections, and copyright infringement concerns. This change affected all artists signed with UMG starting Feb. 1, particularly its smaller...

As Hollywood attempts to spotlight its female actresses during Women’s History Month, the double standards are strikingly obvious for women of color in comparison to their white counterparts. Women of color are continuously overshadowed by white women and are forced to put in increased effort for the...

On Jan. 2, Harvard University president Dr. Claudine Gay announced her resignation after plagiarism accusations in her academic work that appeared after an investigation on antisemitism on campus.  Following a Dec. 5 congressional hearing with the presidents of various universities like UPenn and...

Get in losers, because the Mean Girls are so back! With a modern twist, the film adaptation of the Broadway adaptation of the original movie released in theaters on Jan. 12th. However, the movie’s overall lack of direction reduces it to just another cash-grabbing remake whose most endearing point is...

Gentrification is the process of urban renewal where communities and lower-income residents are displaced by wealthier individuals or businesses, resulting in changes to the socioeconomic and cultural fabric of a neighborhood. In Orange County, gentrification affects cities daily — from drastic changes...

During “The Eras Tour” U.S. run from March through August, its massive success propelled local economies and Swift’s stardom, leading to the creation of a concert film. Recreating its energy and spirit, the “Eras” movie recorded three of the tour’s nights in LA, allowing fans worldwide their...

The Explore More field trip is calling all adventurers to traverse the great outdoors. On Oct. 19 at El Dorado Regional Park, a group of Oxford and Cambridge Virtual Academy (CVA) students engaged in its first field trip to observe nature and step outside to take a breath from life’s daily stresses....

From pushing boundaries with online strangers to crashing celebrities’ private events, parasocial relationships have started to consume society. Normalized as “stan behavior,” this warped perception of a personal connection between public figures and devotees must stop for both parties’ safety. The...

As the autumn air begins to crisp, start the beginning of the year strong with cafe recommendations to add some fall charm to your life. These cute spots can help maximize productivity and romanticize assignments — all while sipping some delicious drinks. If 7 Leaves and Starbucks aren’t quite cutting...

After almost five months on tour, Taylor Swift brought “The Eras Tour” to SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, becoming the first artist to host six consecutive nights there. Taking the stage by storm with a commanding aura and endearing presence, she celebrated her fans and career with approximately...

From inattentively posting social causes without context to supporting organizations with misleading messages, AUHSD’s performative activism fails to uplift its students and educate on important matters. The district needs to step out of its comfort zone to support these various causes — researching...

With exceptional performances at their final league meet on April 18 against Whitney High School, reputable for high speeds and skilled swimmers, Oxford’s swim team ended the season strong 8-1 in their league meets. Making new records and memories, the captains, senior Susan Tran and junior Katie...

For many, reading used to be a joy that has since faded — or for some, it was never there in the first place. To spark your love for reading, the Gamut has handpicked captivating reads that will keep you interested until the very last page.   “Six of Crows” 465 pages Leigh Bardugo’s...

On Aug. 20, 2020, rapper Megan Thee Stallion revealed on Instagram live that she was shot by Tory Lanez, another music artist. The internet quickly turned her vulnerable moment into an opportunity to send hate, death threats, and blame, disregarding her humanity— rooting from the normalization of...

A staple of American culture for over a century, beauty pageants have charmed their way into popular culture. Creating platforms to openly judge women — like with the classic pageant Miss America which recently happened — these problematic events being symbols of culture normalizes the objectification...

Anaheim’s Innovative Mentoring Experience (AIME) is an AUHSD program that facilitates student growth throughout the district. Partnering with businesses and local organizations, students can explore how professionals work in their fields, discovering different career pathways and gaining connections...

It’s girls basketball season again! Throughout their preseason, these Lady Patriots have been practicing extremely hard, and they’re ready to give it their all this winter season. Hopeful with their growth as a team together, girls varsity is prepared to bounce back, hoping to finish 3rd or higher...

Thanksgiving brings to mind delicious dishes like creamy mashed potatoes, warm turkey, and sweet pumpkin pie, which — despite being a tradition — become repetitive and lose their charm year after year. This fall, spice up your Thanksgiving dinner with these mouthwatering and unconventional recipes.   Buttermilk-Battered...

From the unassuming girl next door to the empowered pop star on top of the world, Taylor Swift’s singer persona has constantly evolved throughout her career as fractions of herself that are blown up to play a part. Her latest release from Oct. 21, “Midnights” shares her stories of self-hate and...

Starting this season, freshmen Jenevieve Urfano, Jolie Diep, and Trina So all made varsity for their respective sports: volleyball, tennis, and cross country. As the only freshmen on their teams, their accomplishments during this first season are duly impressive.  Throughout the season, the three...

Advertised as the anti-social network, the popular app BeReal sends a notification randomly every day, prompting spontaneous posts and users to “BeReal” by taking a photo in the two following minutes. Although created as a platform of authenticity, users delaying BeReals and carefully curating them...