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The Red Forest: HBO’s Chernobyl docuseries

Kevin Zhu, Page Editor April 21, 2022

"Chernobyl" is HBO’s five-episode documentary of the truth behind the 1986 Chernobyl nuclear disaster, following narratives of individuals involved with the incident. As Russia marches into Ukraine...

Watch the new k-drama, Twenty-Five, Twenty-One, on Netflix today.

Twenty-Five, Twenty-One shows a new side to fencing and career ambitions

Soumya Rangan, Photo Editor-in-Chief April 20, 2022

Overview First released on February 12th and finally finished on April 4th, the new k-drama Twenty-five, Twenty-one is a fresh twist on the classic romance dramas that are staples to fans. It takes place...

Brock Uhl (‘22) poses with Mickey Mouse balloons in front of the Sleeping Beauty Castle.

Taking a trip to post-pandemic Disneyland

Ritika Ghosh and Julianna Diwa April 19, 2022

For the first time since September 11, 2001 (9/11), Disneyland closed its doors to the public due to the COVID-19 pandemic. As it reopens and Amador DECA students, cheerleaders, and Disney fanatics...

Downtown Pleasanton carries an assortment of goods from delicacies to decorations,

Stores downtown celebrate Easter and the arrival of spring

Aileen Hu, Staff Writer April 17, 2022

As Pleasanton celebrates Easter with egg hunts around the city, stores downtown bring back spring specials for another season of cheer. Primrose Bakery Freshly-baked snacks and goodies are a must-have...

Bridgerton Season 2 displays many Indian traditions such as the Haldi ceremony before a marriage.

Bridgerton brings Indian and POC representation in Hollywood

Krithika Subramaniam, Staff Writer April 16, 2022

Bridgerton has taken the western audience by storm, and left them with appreciation for the people of color and Indian actors who have played big roles for the success of the seasons. Decades have passed...

While performing his nationwide From Scratch stand-up tour, Mulaney stopped at the SAP Center in San Jose.

From Scratch: John Mulaney’s return to stand-up comedy

Zaynah Shah, Page Editor April 15, 2022

Emmy winning comedian John Mulaney has returned to the stage following his time in rehab. Now sober, he is able to look over these memories and deliver his newest stand-up piece From Scratch, highlighting...

After two years, the sequel to the first Sonic the Hedgehog movie is out in theaters.

Sonic the blue hedgehog dashes into theaters again 

Sarah Yang, Infographic Editor-in-Chief April 13, 2022

On April 8th, Paramount studios released Sonic 2 in theaters, starring Jim Carrey and Idris Elba. This action-packed animation movie brings joy and tears of laughter for kids. For teens, Sonic 2 is a...

Denzel Curry's studio album Melt My Eyez... in years is one of his most mature, introspective and realistic works to date.

Melt My Eyez, See Your Future: Denzel Curry sheds alter egos, offers dark introspection in new album

Kevin Zhu, Page Editor March 31, 2022

Denzel Curry has completely shed his alter ego in favor of speaking from the heart in the much anticipated new release of Melt My Eyez, See Your Future. “I’m not trying to be Zeltron. I’m not...

Holi powders color the ground and fill the air as attendees are bombarded with colors from all directions in the spirit of celebration.

Indian communities celebrate Holi, the Festival of Colors

Zenil Koovejee, Staff Writer March 31, 2022

This past week, Indian communities throughout the Bay Area celebrated the festival of Holi, smearing colors on friends and family, meeting new people, and gathering to celebrate the triumph of good over...

The 94th Academy Awards took place last Sunday on March 27, 2022 with historic wins and memorable moments that viewers will be talking about for months to come.

The 94th Academy Awards brings historic wins and iconic moments

Anaita Mistry, AVT Page Editor March 31, 2022

With rather historic wins, “The Slap,” and a plethora of snubs, the Academy Awards could be making a comeback. The Oscars have long since been losing relevance and viewers amongst the general public,...

The princess of punk rock is back–but can she still bear the crown? Album Review: Avril Lavigne’s “Love Sux”

The princess of punk rock is back–but can she still bear the crown? Album Review: Avril Lavigne’s “Love Sux”

Carol Xu, AVT Page Editor March 31, 2022

Clad in classic emo-girl get-up, hair bleached fiery-red at the tips, and eyes shadowed in ink-black, Avril Lavigne is the spitting image of her peak teenage glory, when she first topped the charts...

Watch 'driving home 2 u' on Disney Plus and take a road trip with Olivia Rodrigo.

Road tripping with Olivia Rodrigo: Don’t forget to bring the Sour Patch Kids

Katy Clark, Page Editor March 29, 2022

Pop sensation Olivia Rodrigo, singer of the hit song “Driver’s License” and album Sour, teamed up with Disney to release a short film on May 21. Featuring her producer Dan Nigro and a background...

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