Author: V. Iyengar, Silicon Valley Chapter The history of the Bay Area has always had strong ties to protest movements. Most well-known of these include the 1960s free-speech and anti-war protests, the Black Power movement of the Civil Rights Era, AIDS activism in the 1980s, and more. One of the most effective and widespread mediums for protest, not only in the Bay Area, but all … Continue reading A Brief History of Protest Music in the Bay Area
Author: V. Iyengar, Silicon Valley Chapter A collaborative study between scientists at the University of California, San Francisco and the University of California, Davis, saw the completion of its first clinical trial, and the results are promising. This study tests the efficacy of a new drug targeting one of the most aggressive cancers in cats : squamous cell carcinoma (SCC). According to a study conducted … Continue reading UCSF x UCD Cancer Study in Cats Yields Promising Results
Authors: V. Iyengar, G. Li, Silicon Valley Chapter In our area, which is so obsessed with rankings and prestige, attending a community college after high school before transferring to a traditional four-year university is often an option that doesn’t receive much consideration. So, to gain some insights into this route, we interviewed a student who graduated from high school early and currently attends Las Positas … Continue reading The Road Less Taken: Transferring from a Community College
Author: G. Li, Silicon Valley Chapter With the start of school for many in the U.S., students may be starting to feel stress due to coursework, social life, or extenuating scenarios. Regardless of what is plaguing your mind, we’re here to provide you five simple tips to deal with stress this September. Hopefully these tips helped! Keep marching, Stormtrooper. Continue reading Self Care Tips to Deal with Stress
Author: G. Li, Silicon Valley Chapter Three years ago, a controversy arose after Rosanna Pansino spoke out against Mr. Beast following the Hide and Seek video he posted on December 18, 2021. Although a bit of old news now, I would like to compile my thoughts on this situation and how unfairly Rosanna Pansino was treated. In this video, Mr. Beast had 10 YouTubers play … Continue reading Rosanna Pansino Deserves an Apology
Author; V. Iyengar, Silicon Valley Chapter Ages 15.5-17.5 While in this age group, you are considered a minor and must go through the provisional licensing process. Step 1: Complete the Driver’s Education Requirement You must complete a DMV-approved driver’s education course (online, in-person, or at school), which will teach you information like the rules of the road, vehicle maintenance, car controls, etc. You must complete … Continue reading How to get your Driver’s License while under 18 (in California): A Complete Guide
Author: G. Li, Silicon Valley Chapter In honor of National Radio Day, on August 20th, I will be reviewing two radios local to the San Francisco Bay Area: 99.7 NOW and 96.5 KOIT. 99.7 NOW – Overall, a great choice if you’re craving the pop hits of present day. It gives you a steady supply of recently popular music, which is good if you want … Continue reading August 20th: National Radio Day
Author: G. Li 📍Santa Clara, California Tucked in a plaza near El Camino Real, Sulbing is known for its bingsu and Korean delicacies. Bingsu is a popular Korean shaved ice dessert made from frozen ice shavings and usually topped with sweet ingredients like condensed milk and fresh fruit. This past weekend, I had the pleasure of heading to this location and tasting some of their … Continue reading Small Business Spotlight: Sulbing
N. Sava, Staff Writer📍 Silicon Valley, USA When does clever financial trading turn into criminal market manipulation? This question is at the forefront of the ongoing conflict between India’s Securities and Exchange Board (SEBI) and Jane Street Capital, a proprietary quantitative trading firm. The heart of the dispute centers around Jane Street’s participation in the Indian stock market from January 1, 2023 to March 31, … Continue reading Jane Street Accused of Market Manipulation by India Following Years of Arbitrage
San Jose Jazz Summer Festival: ’25 V.Iyengar, Editor-in-Chief📍 Silicon Valley, USA The August 8th-10th weekend saw the beginning and end of the 35th edition of the San Jose Summer Jazz Festival. This event, founded in 1986 by San Jose Jazz, has grown to become a vital part of the artistic and cultural scene of San Jose, showcasing some incredible musical talent. Read about some of … Continue reading San Jose Jazz Summer Festival: ’25
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