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A large hand labeled “tariff” hangs over a pill bottle, symbolizing the Trump administration’s pressure on Pfizer to lower drug prices. Nearby, families look hopeful, representing how many Americans await relief from Pfizer’s claimed promised discounts of up to 85% on select drugs, though no formal deal was confirmed. The impact on pharmacies is uncertain, as it depends on how these discounts are applied and processed. “I wasn’t really made aware of it. Again, Medicaid patients almost always have a zero copay, which has been the case for some time now. If there are any medications that weren’t previously approved, that may change, but I haven’t seen any significant differences,” said Dr. Paul Vu, a Safeway pharmacist.
Pfizer deal’s impact remains unclear as Trump delays drug tariffs
October 21, 2025
A would-be visitor looks into the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum which is closed, on the first day of a partial U.S. government shutdown, in Boston, Massachusetts, U.S., October 1, 2025.
U.S. government starts third week of shut down
October 21, 2025
Local Fabric Shop Closures Strain Fashion Department Resources
Local Fabric Shop Closures Strain Fashion Department Resources
October 16, 2025
Cartoon drawing of The Old Mill.
Future Uncertain: Old Mill lawsuits continue, increase threats for closure
October 16, 2025
Funding cuts have severely impacted healthcare in California threatening Medicaid coverage, reducing public health services and straining hospitals and local health departments. Graphic | Aprameya Rupanagunta
Trump’s cuts to healthcare programs under the “Big Beautiful Bill” could have irreversible local effects
October 15, 2025
People see Gen Z using these phrases online and misattribute their origin to this generation. In reality, many of these “slang” words used today trace back to Black and queer communities. These words have been lifted from their origins and now circulate through mainstream life.
Margin to Mainstream: Gen Z slang uses terms from minority dialects
October 21, 2025
In the GHS automotive shop, Bianca Sarofeen has gained the skills and confidence needed to excel in a male dominated field.
Voices of the Voc: Bianca’s story
October 21, 2025
Michelle Chung designs a variety of cakes with vibrant frosting and exuberant decor. Photos used with permission from Michelle Chung.
Michelle Chung spreads sweetness, one treat at a time
October 21, 2025
A young man attending a party, surrounded by a crowd of lively people, can only see himself in the pool’s reflection.
Cultural shift encourages a surge in apathy
October 21, 2025
Roaming Above: The bird claims its spot on the ceiling of the Commons after school. Photo by Teia de Mesa
In memoriam: Honoring DGN’s feathery friend
October 20, 2025
Nguyen takes his first picture in front of a lake after finding out he made the team. This photo was taken at Santa Fe Dam.
Making waves at worlds
October 21, 2025
The Diablo Ladies Rodeo Drill Team from Livermore performed a horseback routine during the Women of Rodeo show at Cow Palace on Oct. 4. In previous years, the San Francisco Police Department’s (SFPD) mounted unit would perform during such events. “They just stopped the last two years, because the police department is short, so the mounted unit is much smaller,” said Susan Rolovich, a former SFPD senior police officer.
The rodeo provides an arena for resilience
October 20, 2025
As the season progresses, David and Abigail Leder look to overcome difficulties with collective effort.
Father-daughter dynamic duo makes a splash in water polo
October 20, 2025
Coppell High School senior Judah Mullican, 2025-2026 Plunger Boy, excites the crowd at Coppell’s football game at Hebron on Sept. 26. The Plunger Boy tradition originated in the 1990s from a school rivalry. Animation by Karen Mascarenhas and Ani Ly.
Behind the bandana: Mullican energizing longstanding tradition
October 16, 2025
Unified soccer players Joanna Landazuri, junior, and Sophie Maher, senior, embrace one another with a high five after scoring a goal.
Unified soccer team plays Wilsonville High School for second home game of the year
October 15, 2025
Music artists today largely strive to receive streams and chart well, while many older artists focused on pushing political messages. Protest music can speak to people’s emotions, as a single powerful song can take one person’s struggle and urge thousands to feel and act on it.
The Beat of Change: Why protest music must rise again
October 21, 2025
Amanda Moi, junior, instructs one of her students at a CReT class on Sunday, Sept. 28. Moi advises the students with the jellyfish pattern as her student observes up close. Moi joined CReT during her freshman year.
Students Teach Children to Crochet
October 21, 2025
The Penguin Project’s savannah sprinkles Disney magic
The Penguin Project’s savannah sprinkles Disney magic
October 21, 2025
‘The Toxic Avenger,” directed by ACHS Alumni Macon Blair, finally saw a theatrical release Wednesday, Aug. 29. /Image courtesy of Legendary Entertainment and Troma Entertainment
“The Toxic Avenger” Remake Captures Cult Classic’s Charisma
October 20, 2025
The debate surrounding appropriation versus appreciation is always fierce and scarcely productive. However, appropriation in the context of South Asian culture is more complex than many may think.
South Asian fashion: a glimpse into the West’s selective appropriation
October 20, 2025
Twisted fandoms and eye-catching articles blindly abuse star players, prospects, and their teams. Even Son is no exception to relentless criticism from the media.
When headlines cause harm: sensationalism in Korean sports journalism
October 21, 2025
Vibe coding is a software development style that uses AI to generate code from natural language prompts and feedback. Illustration | Asha Wojciechowski
How vibe coding is shaping the future of CS
October 20, 2025
For today’s students, every moment is a race. This isn’t a personal issue: it’s a systemic pressure that has rewired our brains to equate slowness with failure and silence with threat.
Why Slowing Down Is a Radical Act in School
October 20, 2025
Senior Justin Lim struggles to balance his Korean heritage with his American life when engaging with his family and Korean-American communities.
Understanding Code-switching: Marginalized groups burdened with the strain of “fitting in”
October 20, 2025
Rock Island Arsenal's entrance sign marks the workplace where more than 1,000 employees are furloughed without pay during the federal government shutdown.
Government shutdown threatens Quad Cities federal workers and local economy
October 16, 2025
senior suggestions
Senior Suggestions: What stands out to colleges?
October 21, 2025
Eric "Zeke" Zeker re-strings outside linebacker Nick Davis's (‘27) pads during a game against St. Margaret's High School Oct. 10. For 25 years, Zeke has served as BOHS's equipment manager.
IN PICTURES: The Wildcat Goes Behind-the-Scenes With Equipment Manager Eric ‘Zeke’ Zeker
October 20, 2025
Crimson Podcast Episode 4 ft. Tennis Captain Liz Chen
October 16, 2025
Welcome to the Oddest “Grocery Store”: Omega Mart
October 14, 2025
Steven Mulikey, head custodian, competes in LudoSports outside of school. LudoSports is a lightsaber combat sport that originated in Italy. Mulikey practices through LudoSport St. Louis at 2434 Mid Rivers Mall in St. Peters. For more information, go to ludosportstlouis.com.
New Head Custodian Competes in LudoSports
October 10, 2025
senior suggestions
Senior Suggestions: What stands out to colleges?
October 21, 2025
Crimson Podcast Episode 4 ft. Tennis Captain Liz Chen
October 16, 2025
The issue with gun violence coverage
The issue with gun violence coverage
October 8, 2025
This episode of The Oracle focuses on Del Val's Film and Literature class.
The Oracle: ‘What is Film and Literature?’
October 7, 2025
The Viper Club Spotlight is a new podcast giving insight into all the clubs at school. Photo by Jacob Ceron.
Viper Club Cast: Forensics
October 6, 2025
Eric "Zeke" Zeker re-strings outside linebacker Nick Davis's (‘27) pads during a game against St. Margaret's High School Oct. 10. For 25 years, Zeke has served as BOHS's equipment manager.
IN PICTURES: The Wildcat Goes Behind-the-Scenes With Equipment Manager Eric ‘Zeke’ Zeker
October 20, 2025
Sophomore Daniel Papp lines up at wingback during West Chicago’s 66–20 win over Ridgewood on Sept. 19 at Memorial Field. Papp also plays cornerback for the Wildcats.
[PHOTO ESSAY] Rain, cheers, and grit: Wildcats bounce back against Ridgewood
September 26, 2025
Protesters gathered in downtown West Chicago earlier this week following raids from Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents.
[PHOTO ESSAY] WEGO residents march towards freedom in anti-ICE protests
September 23, 2025
GRAND REVEAL: Sophomore Cruz Gonzales performs alongside the other baritone saxophone players during Bandapalooza on Aug 22. Bandapalooza allowed the band to perform what they’ve been practicing during the summer to an audience full of friends and family. While this wasn’t the band’s first full run through, it was their first in front of an audience. “I feel like we’ve done better in rehearsals, and due to the pressure and other things, it hindered our performance a little bit, but I was still proud,” Gonzales said. One thing that Gonzales pointed out that the band needs to work on in the future is making sure everybody knows exactly where they’re supposed to be and knows the repetition. This performance also allowed the band to introduce their new theme of Gothic Renaissance to their audience. “This year’s costumes are totally different,” Gonzales said. “We have hip capes and shako hats, which is a big change from last year.” Looking towards the future and big pictures, Gonzales wants the band to have a successful season and make state. “Considering how close it was last year, we were pretty bummed,” he said. “So this year, I think everybody is really trying to work harder to get there and make state again.” Caption by Maya Tackett. Photo by Wren Vanderford.
Bandapalooza marches into new year
September 16, 2025
LOVELY RITA: Senior designer Rita Hagerty was the lucky winner of the 2025 show. Hagerty participated in the show for her second year. “Rita has incredible dedication and her eye for detail is incredible," one of Hagerty's designer peers said. "I'm glad her hard work paid off.” Each designer put countless hours into the show, sacrificing sleep and free time for the opportunity to share their work with the community. For some of these young designers it may have been their first time participating, some say that the hardest part was finding the time to dedicate to the competition. “Of course, designing the clothes was challenging, but that's what I was expecting," first-year sophomore designer Tallulah McAuliffe said. "It was really hard to find the time to put it all together though. Between school, homework and friends. The show was always following me.” Caption by Isa Truan.
Braving the ‘Wilderness’ together
May 7, 2025
Welcome to the Oddest “Grocery Store”: Omega Mart
October 14, 2025
Steven Mulikey, head custodian, competes in LudoSports outside of school. LudoSports is a lightsaber combat sport that originated in Italy. Mulikey practices through LudoSport St. Louis at 2434 Mid Rivers Mall in St. Peters. For more information, go to ludosportstlouis.com.
New Head Custodian Competes in LudoSports
October 10, 2025
VIDEO SPOTLIGHT: The Young Journalists Initiative
October 8, 2025
Meet MHS: Siddhartha Subbella Practices Origami to Relieve Stress
Meet MHS: Siddhartha Subbella Practices Origami to Relieve Stress
October 7, 2025
Jeremiah Cox in the action at his Tech Internship
On-campus internships fosters real-world learning
October 6, 2025
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This is the view from Archer's main courtyard, where smoke can be seen rising from the Palisades fire Tuesday, Jan. 7. This photo was taken at 12:15 p.m. before Archer was evacuated, and less than 2 hours after the fire started.

Archer administration activates crisis plan in response to LA fires

By Sydney Tilles, Archer School for Girls
January 16, 2025
Gabrielle Cain stands at her graduation in Naval Academy outfit. She graduated from flight school and became a Naval Aviator in 2023. Photo provided by Gabrielle Cain.

‘Unicorn’ in her field: Life in the military as a Black woman

By Sydney Tilles, Archer School for Girls
April 9, 2024
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