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Students sign into Flex Time by scanning their ID cards in history teacher Elizabeth Bellas classroom on Wednesday, May 17.
District proposes new changes to Flex Time
This year, the Citizens Environmental Council (CEC) recognized two Burlingame sophomores, Shayna Blum and Mayu Simpson, as the high school and overall winners.
Two Burlingame students win the annual CEC film fest
Whether motivated by insecurity, peer pressure or enjoyment, the way students beautify themselves is entirely up to them and some may choose not to do it at all.
ChapStick or Lipstick? The Choice Is Yours
Anyone who’s logged into Snapchat in the past few weeks would have noticed an irremovable AI chatbot, My AI, awaiting them, pinned at the top of their screen.
Although clever, Snapchat’s AI bot threatens students’ privacy and academic integrity
Security cameras, like this one in the A-Building, will soon be added to campus entrances.
Administration adds new cameras to address hate incidents and vandalism
Angelyn Liu, the runner-up for the Burlingame-Hillsborough Youth Poet Laureate, is currently working on a poem about gardenias to represent her family’s story of immigration.
Lin, Liu claim top spots in first local Youth Poet Laureate competition
Urban Kitchen, filling the lot vacated by Lemonade and Super Duper, is an independent concept with a variety of fresh, healthy options.
Urban Kitchen offers a satisfying farm-to-table experience
In this article, the B profiled two of those restaurants and their owners: Mediterranean Kebab and Caffe Stellato.
Small businesses on Burlingame Avenue are here to stay
The farmers market provides a space for people to interact with each other and learn more about their community.
Stories and connections: A walk through the Burlingame Farmers Market
Students agree that the main draw to festival culture is not the headliners, but rather the atmosphere, good vibes, and overall festival experience.
Frank Ocean’s Coachella incident is not representative of festival season
Students sit quietly in Mrs. Bosinoff’s Spanish 1 class on April 6.
We need more options in the language department
Gone are the days where artists of the likes of Sinatra and Santana ruled the music industry. Now, in place of those greats has come a different, more modernized, generation of younger artists.
Modern music: overproduced and unoriginal
I reviewed four amazing recipes I found online and gave them individual scores based on how good they tasted.
Healthy desserts are all over the internet — I taste-tested four viral treats
Senior Morgan Patch radiated beauty in her sophisticated yet playful tulle dress during last year’s prom at City Hall.
Students share fashion tips for this year’s prom dresses
Caitlin (left) and Rorie Stone (right), who are identical twins, stand next to each other outside the D building on Wednesday, April 26.
Sibling rivalry is real — here’s how to handle it
Emma (Phillipa Soo) reunites with Jesse (Luke Bracey) for the first time in four years.
Sadly, “One True Loves” is a true let down
The Last of Us first aired on Jan. 15 on HBO Max, and streamed its last episode on Mar. 12.
“The Last of Us” isn’t your typical apocalypse show
Best friends Justin Thomas (left) and Jordan Spieth (right) jokingly engage in trash talk.
For the most part, “Full Swing” is a swing and a miss
Season 3 of “Outer Banks” follows John B’s quest to find El Dorado, the city of gold.
Of twists, turns and treasure hunts, the Pogues are back with a third season of “Outer Banks”
Although containing an abundance of French clichés — like enjoying croissants and a coffee at a café with a friend — Emily in Paris portrays some truth about Parisians.
‘Emily in Paris’ goes beyond croissants and the Eiffel Tower
Senior Romer Rosales-Hasek rounds the track in the 800-meter event at CCS Finals.
Varsity track and field shines at CCS Finals
Junior Kasey Lyons pitches on girls’ varsity softball senior night on Thursday, May 11.
Varsity softball perseveres through league play, qualifies for CCS
Freshman Ethan Cyb winds up for a drive on the 5th hole at Laguna Seca Golf Course. Cyb would birdie the hole as part of his impressive CCS showing.
Boys’ golf falls short of qualifying for CCS Finals after stellar season
Junior Ava Reichow rounds the track in the 4x400 relay at PAL Finals on May 6. Reichow set the pace for the winning Panther effort in the event.
Surprises, records and victories: Track and field impresses at thrilling PAL Finals
Junior Clara Zhong competes in a singles match during the PAL tournament.
Badminton caps off season with high morale despite mixed PAL results
Maybe about editor-in-chief Audrey Limb’s hopes and goals for the club as well as potential stuff about the next issue.
New year, new leadership: Catcher Zine paints a future of inclusivity
Teen librarian Jenny Miner and senior Eva Chen pose for a picture after leading the first Youth Poet Laureate writing workshop.
The search for Burlingame’s first Youth Poet Laureate begins
Junior Deniel Mirzoian works on a software project at the Burlingame Public Library.
Panther programmers: Students take coding to the next level
Club members hiking along the Montara Mountain Trail on Saturday, April 16.
MAIA Impact club hikes to raise awareness
The “Into the Woods” cast and crew pose for a photo just days before their first performance.
Burlingame’s “Into the Woods”: a thrilling, magical adventure
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A young Sammy Fabelman (Gabriel LaBelle) watches his first movie along with his parents, Mitzi (Michelle Williams) and Burt (Paul Dano) Fabelman.

‘The Fabelmans’ tells Spielberg’s personal story

Arda Inegol, Web Editor
December 13, 2022

Steven Spielberg’s new coming-of-age film, “The Fabelmans,” tells the story of Sammy Fabelman (Gabriel LaBelle), an aspiring director who falls in love with movies as a child. The film feels very...

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Japanese singer-songwriter Joji released Smithereens on Nov. 4. (Photos approved for editorial use by Shorefire Media)

Joji’s ‘Smithereens’: mere glimpses of genius to come

Brinda Iyer, Staff Reporter
December 1, 2022

Multi-genre artist Joji, who is still riding high on the success of his breakout single “Glimpse of Us” from earlier this year, released his long-awaited album “Smithereens” on Nov. 4. Joji...

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Drake and 21 Savage have collaborated before on hit songs like “Knife Talk” and “Jimmy Cooks,” both of which were released by Drake.

Drake scores yet another #1 hit with ‘Her Loss’

Brinda Iyer, Staff Reporter
November 21, 2022

Much to the delight of rap enthusiasts everywhere, popular rappers Drake and 21 Savage released “Her Loss,” their highly-anticipated 16-track studio album, on Nov. 4. “Her Loss” debuted at No....

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Agatha (left) and Sophie (right) accept their destinies together as they leave the School for Good and Evil behind them.

‘The School for Good and Evil’ missed the magical mark

Brinda Iyer, Staff Reporter
November 18, 2022

Nine years after Soman Chainani shocked the tween-girl world with his mystical tale of two unlikely friends and a school full of wonders, Netflix released the movie adaptation of “The School for Good...

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Kanye West (left) has lost sponsorships over his recent antisemitic remarks, and Rex Orange County (right) was recently charged with six counts of sexual assault.

Can the art be separated from the artist?

Brinda Iyer, Staff Reporter
October 27, 2022

Popular musicians Rex Orange County and Kanye West have recently faced backlash for acts of sexual assault and antisemitism, respectively. For the artists’ followers — including many students at Burlingame...

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Jack and Alice Chambers attend a gathering at the house of Project Victory leaders Frank and Shelley. At this exclusive get-together, Frank establishes the neighborhood’s mission and acknowledges the importance of women in the community.

Despite flaws, ‘Don’t Worry Darling’ deserves your time

Kristie Kim, Social Coordinator
October 17, 2022

(Warning: this review contains spoilers.) Don’t worry about buying a ticket, darling. It’s not worth it. That’s the headline I had in mind for my review of Olivia Wilde’s “Don’t Worry...

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We need more movies like Top Gun: Maverick

We need more movies like ‘Top Gun: Maverick’

Arda Inegol, Web Editor
August 26, 2022

Exactly 36 years after the release of its predecessor, “Top Gun,” which many consider a classic today, “Top Gun: Maverick” finally hit theaters after a two-year delay. Thrilling from start...

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Batman (Robert Pattinson) and Catwoman (Zoë Kravitz) look down at Gotham City as they prepare to continue on with their lives and go their separate ways.

The caped crusader punches his way back on screen

Arda Inegol, Web Editor
March 18, 2022

Warning: Spoilers Ahead Robert Pattinson’s first time playing the role of the caped crusader comes with “The Batman.” The movie, released on March 4, made $134 million in its opening weekend alone....

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Spider-Man movies ranked

Spider-Man movies ranked

Arda Inegol, Web Editor
January 19, 2022

Warning: Spoilers Ahead       9 - The Amazing Spider-Man 2 (2014) Andrew Garfield’s second appearance on screen as Spider-Man was in “The Amazing Spider-Man 2”....

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Nature’s Cereal is a recent healthy food trend going viral among TikTok users.

Delicious and creative food trends take over TikTok

Clara Porto, Staff Reporter
April 13, 2021

TikTok is responsible for numerous trends, from fashion to dances, that are popular among teens nowadays. Food trends in particular have become very common. Users of the app share their favorite recipes,...

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The cast of WandaVision is stacked with returning Marvel characters, as well as some fantastic new characters that make their marks on the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

“WandaVision” is a great TV series, regardless of whether you like Marvel

Alex Kelly, Business Manager
April 4, 2021

*Light spoiler warning for Marvel Cinematic Universe*   “WandaVision” is Marvel’s latest TV series, and their first venture onto Disney+, and it is a creative wonder. It is unlike anything...

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This high school feminist revolution movie was released on Netflix on Mar. 3, 2021.

New Netflix movie “Moxie” could have inspired thousands of teenagers, but misses the mark

Farah Caban, Business Manager
April 4, 2021

“Moxie” attempts to inspire teenage girls to stand up for what they believe in, but it ends up being a cliche high school drama. Sixteen-year-old Vivian (Hadley Robinson) is inspired by her mother...

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