Why take a winter beach trip? At first thought, “winter” and “beach” seem like an unlikely pair, yet there’s ample reason to consider packing up for a day on the coastline in the middle of February. Crowds will be nearly non-existent, offering an opportunity to catch a glimpse of the...

Written by Julia Cheunkarndee and Katie Zhang 1. How do you feel about the last four years now that you’re a SSS? Julia Cheunkarndee: Graduation seems far away when you’re a freshman, but time flies fast. Each year goes by more quickly than the last, making high school feel like a blur....

Fries: Known for using fresh potatoes and less oil than most fast-food chains, In-N-Out fries are a familiarity to me. Their lightly crisp exterior paired with a mushy interior makes them melt in your mouth. On the other hand, Shake Shack’s salty fries have little ridges that are fun to...

The term “self-love” has recently been gaining traction with the sharpening focus on mental health, but many people rarely stop to think about it or realize its importance. As teenagers, we often criticize ourselves for things that shouldn’t matter in the long run, such as beating ourselves...

“I’m addicted to you. Don’t you know that you’re toxic?” When talking about toxic friendships, Britney Spears’ lyrics also ring true; being involved in a toxic friendship feels like a drug that you’re addicted to, taking a toll on your mental health and making you hurt even more...

When thinking of the holidays, we usually think of festivities, happiness and relaxation. However, many businesses interpret this time of the year as an opportunity to rake in cash. In fact, many companies plan around the holidays, employing various tactics to convince you to cough up your money. To...

Most well-known for their burgers and, of course, milkshakes, Shake Shack is one of the most popular fast food chains in the United States. However, their burgers have not always been the star entre?e on their menu. Shake Shack was originally a hot dog cart in New York City’s Madison Square...

My sister Jacqueline is three years older than me but four grades above in school. We shared absolutely everything, from clothes to the responsibility of cleaning the fish tank, and even a room for a little while. Growing up, I assumed she would always be just right on the other side of the...

Written by Julia Cheunkarndee As one of the West Coast’s favorite burger chains, In-N-Out’s brand is easily recognizable: an angled yellow arrow and red graphics of swaying palm trees beyond calm ocean waves. Less well-known, however, is In-N-Out’s unique history, which is a tale contrary...

Baron Barista: Waiting in line to order an iced vanilla latte, I looked around and took in the white industrial walls that were complemented by slender black pipes and a minimalistic interior design. The shop was spacious and well-lit, with plenty of space to work. The clean, modern atmosphere also...

  Before you start studying, get organized. Make a to-do list and organize your tasks in order of priority. When ordering your tasks, first do anything that takes less than five minutes. Next, try to split up large projects into smaller tasks since this makes them feel more doable....