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Classics, including the five pictured here, have divided readers for decades.

Let’s Talk About The Classics

Maya H. November 20, 2023

Creased spines. A scent somewhere between mildew and vanilla. Dimensions that never quite align with the rest of the inventory on your bookshelf. You’ve arrived at the classics section. Far more partial...

Trader Joes Snacks: Delightful or Downright Disgusting? Volume II

Trader Joe’s Snacks: Delightful or Downright Disgusting? Volume II

Quincy R. and Maya H. June 3, 2023

With AP exams over and finals season coming to a close, two things are imminently upon us: firstly, summer. But, more importantly, a new slew of Trader Joe’s snacks. As two self-proclaimed Trader Joe’s...

Book Review: The Ever Controversial Lolita

Book Review: The Ever Controversial Lolita

Kana D., Editor-in-Chief June 2, 2023

Disclaimer: The following is an Opinion Piece from The Echo's Editorial Section. An opinion piece is one in which a writer expresses a firmly developed opinion that is supported by study, reasoning, and...

Making freebies for the Tomorrow X Together concert!

Making freebies for the Tomorrow X Together concert!

Jade M., Photographer June 2, 2023

The five-member K-pop group Tomorrow X Together (also known as TXT) is stopping by Los Angeles on May 28, 2023. In typical K-pop concert culture, you’ll see people handing out freebies! For their last...

Star Troopers: A Movie Debuted Before its Time

Star Troopers: A Movie Debuted Before its Time

Alia B., Jr. Copy Editor June 2, 2023

Disclaimer: The following is an Opinion Piece from The Echo's Editorial Section. An opinion piece is one in which a writer expresses a firmly developed opinion that is supported by study, reasoning, and...

Photography courtesy to NMIXXs O.O MV.

Let’s Roll the Dice: This is NMIXX!

Kelsy P, Staff Writer May 12, 2023

South Korean girl group NMIXX is one of many groups formed by SQU4D (a division within JYP Entertainment). The group used to consist of seven members but now consists of 6. These are the current members:...

DJ Kènè ō doing a set at Black Market Flea

Shop Small, Reduce Your Carbon Footprint

Brook’Lynn A., Sr. Learn Something Editor May 12, 2023

It’s time to slow down on supporting fast fashion brands like H&M, Shein, and FashionNova whenever we can. These brands outsource production via sweatshops in the global south, making production...

Classical Music for Studying

Classical Music for Studying

Mae D., School News Editor May 12, 2023

There have been numerous studies done on the benefits of listening to music while studying, like this one highlighted by the University of Southern California. The article cites a study done in France,...

spotfiy latest ai takes on the role of a dj

spotfiy latest ai takes on the role of a dj

Ariani R., Arts and Entertainment Editor April 28, 2023

As the world continually advances, the same can be said for technology, especially artificial intelligence. On February 22, Spotify aired its latest user-personalized program named DJ. This program combines...

Shes got me thinking Nonsense: This is Sabrina Carpenter!

She’s got me thinking Nonsense: This is Sabrina Carpenter!

Giovanna L., Photographer April 28, 2023

Sabrina Carpenter is an American singer and actress who has been active in Hollywood since 2011. Sabrina was born on May 11, 1999, and is from Pennsylvania, USA. A lot of people don’t know that her...

Members from left to right: Beomgyu, Soobin, Yeonjun, Taehyun, Huening Kai

Chasing Our “One Dream” with TXT: An Introduction to Tomorrow X Together

Jade M., Photographer April 28, 2023

Tomorrow X Together, pronounced Tomorrow By Together, also known as TXT, is a 5 member group created by Bighit Entertainment (which is now a subsidiary company of HYBE Entertainment). The members are Soobin,...

Lisa Frank

The Forgotten Legacy of Lisa Frank

Avery P., Staff Writer April 28, 2023

Rainbows. Glitter. Unicorns. Blinding colors. Acid trip or Lisa Frank product? A brand that once dominated the school supply and stationery market in the 1980s and 90s has since faded into the memories...

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