Dear Social Media, Honestly, if I could go back in time to 8th grade, I would have stopped myself from downloading Snapchat and Instagram. At first, they seemed like harmless apps where I could text...

Dear teens, Social media has become a huge part of our lives. Snapchatting everything and sharing personal experiences can feel natural. But you don't must post every little thing you do throughout...

Dear people who are convinced they’re too independent to have a best friend, I’m not saying there’s anything wrong with enjoying your own company, but it’s obvious when that saying is being...

Dear Contestants,    The USC Ice Bucket Challenge is taking social media by storm. This is very nostalgic for some that knew the ALS ice bucket challenge back in 2014.    But what's the new,...

On Sept. 4, 2024, Brentwood High School implemented a new policy requiring students to store their phones in designated wall compartments from “bell to bell” during class instruction. The initiative...

In comparison, now, in 2024 we are surprisingly more trendless than ever! Although this is a good thing and more sustainable, could this be the beginning of the death of personal style or has it already...

Dear Hallway Gremlins, I've got to ask how you all seem to continue to be here after the bells have rung and the swept has finished? Perhaps you're moving too slowly to get to a class? When I get stuck...

Dear Summer Survivors, As the school year ends and the relentless heat of summer descends upon us, we all know what’s coming. Long, hot days filled with sweat and sunburn. The intense sun’s rays turn...

I understand the need to indulge in a character that causes all of her problems and blames the rest of the world as a way to justify your bad habits. But have you guys ever tried this new thing called...

As a society, being able to speak, write and read more than one language can help us come together for the common good. In a country like ours, which welcomes diverse cultures, nationalities...

With a single keystroke, Elon Musk shook the Twittersphere to its core. Elon Musk's rapid takeover of Twitter brought about many controversial changes that drew criticism for his apparent lack of consideration...

  Have you watched Monet McMichael and Dais Mendoza, two of TikTok's most popular beauty gurus, for makeup tips and recommendations for new products? Beauty influencers on TikTok have been elevating...