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Activist or Actor: Should Celebrities Speak Out?

The Silent Struggle: Why Celebrities Must Use Their Voice

Jason Lee, Reporter • March 18, 2024

In a world where socioeconomic status and influence equate to power, celebrities stand at the top with the unique ability to foster a positive change. These individuals have fan bases that stretch...

Activist or Actor: Should Celebrities Speak Out?

Why Talk When You Have Nothing To Say?

Aidan Shen, Opinion Editor • March 18, 2024

The war raging between Israel and Hamas has sparked intense conversation and split Americans over what should and shouldn’t be said. Prominent celebrities have a huge influence on the public due to their...

Magic In A Cup:

A Stanley Sensation Satire

Jaden Kim, Reporter • March 18, 2024

The Stanley cup is the best one you’ll ever buy. These cups have been a figure of worship to their consumers, who really love the stunning design and functionality. There was even a viral video...

Award Shows Are More Than The Outfits

Zara Deen, Reporter • March 18, 2024

Every year, millions of people all around the world flood to watch their favorite celebrities get recognized for the work and talents they bring to the industry. Whether it be the Grammys, Oscars,...

A Letter To the Editors:

Ms. Lewis Gives The Inside Scoop On What Colleges Really Want To See

March 18, 2024

I was encouraged to see the “Letter From the Editors” op-ed in the December 2023 issue of The Point. Finally, I thought, students (and hopefully parents/guardians) are beginning to realize that the...

A Letter From the Editors

Chloe Choi and Jonathan Liu • March 18, 2024

If you surveyed random PVHS students how many of them would have any basic cooking skills? A general knowledge on how to safely use power tools? The ability to choose which over-the-counter medication...

Pint Sized Stories: The Great Streaming Service Debate

Chloe Choi, Editor-in-Chief • March 18, 2024

Cop or Drop Self Driving Cars: The Cons

Claire Auer, Reporter • March 18, 2024

With the increased use of AI technology, self-driving cars are becoming more and more popular, but they are not always the safest, most reliable, and environmentally friendly choice. When was the...

Safer and Smarter: The Pros of Self Driving Cars

Zara Deen, Reporter • March 18, 2024

Straight out of Back to the Future, self-driving cars are one of the most impressive developments of this century. These driverless cars can not only prevent car accidents and collisions but can also be...

It’s TikTok’s world, and we’re just living in it:

Social media’s era of delusion

Olivia Kao, Features Editor • March 18, 2024

It all started when a TikTok influencer filmed a harmless video of herself dancing in London’s underground public transportation. The viral “tube girl” trend inspired a new wave of self-confidence...

A Letter From the Editors

Chloe Choi and Jonathan Liu • March 18, 2024

Education’s colossal monopoly, CollegeBoard, with an annual revenue surpassing $1 billion, exploits the college admissions process through exorbitant exam prices. CollegeBoard makes it challenging...

The Problem With Modern Tipping Culture

Zoe Barton, Reporter • March 18, 2024

The process of getting Yogurtland is a rather simple one: You walk in, get the cup, pour the frozen yogurt, and then add toppings. Everything is done by the customer, and the customer only. When you’re...