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After nine months of construction, Topgolf’s 107th venue opened along Airport Boulevard’s bay shoreline. The most expensive venue to date, it is expected to bring the city revenue, jobs, and tourism.
Topgolf opens new venue in Burlingame
California ends legacy and donor preferences at private colleges
California ends legacy and donor preferences at private colleges
Beyond red and blue: students explore the layers of identity and experience behind their political beliefs
Beyond red and blue: students explore the layers of identity and experience behind their political beliefs
The Ohlone-Portola Heritage Trail spans 90 miles across San Mateo County and outlines the Portola Expedition where the Spanish, guided by the Ohlone tribe, “discovered” California. Today, according to Castro, there is one surviving branch of the Ramaytush Ohlone, the tribe that lived in the San Francisco Bay.
New California bill reinforces education on Native American histories and perspectives
Burlingame is sending seven students to Sacramento to participate in the selective All-State music program from Jan. 15 to 19.
Seven students selected for All-State music program
After nine months of construction, Topgolf’s 107th venue opened along Airport Boulevard’s bay shoreline. The most expensive venue to date, it is expected to bring the city revenue, jobs, and tourism.
Topgolf opens new venue in Burlingame
The signature lion dance is performed during Lunar New Year to scare off demons. In Chinese culture, stroking the lion's head blesses people with extra luck and prosperity.
Students celebrate Lunar New Year through tradition, food, and family
Junior Haley Baird attempts to jump over a large obstacle on her horse in the Show Jumping event.
Junior Haley Baird displays unique skills through equestrian competitions
Beyond red and blue: students explore the layers of identity and experience behind their political beliefs
Beyond red and blue: students explore the layers of identity and experience behind their political beliefs
Around the dinner table: students share holiday recipes rooted in tradition
Around the dinner table: students share holiday recipes rooted in tradition
Fans created a memorial for Payne outside of the Casa Sur Hotel in Buenos Aires on Oct. 17.
Editorial: Respect the privacy of public figures
In 2020, fans speculated that famous pop stars Olivia Rodrigo (right) and Sabrina Carpenter (left) were involved in a love triangle with singer and actor Joshua Bassett, fueling tensions between the two and inspiring their respective hit songs that fans believe subtly address the drama. (Left) Olivia Rodrigo with Dr Fauci 1 by TenthAvenueFreezeOut is licensed under CC0 1.0. (Right) Sabrina Carpenter for Vanity Fair, 2024 by Diplomat's Son is licensed under CC BY 3.0
Are pop feuds genuine or PR stunts?
Students should not worry about AP tests for a multitude of reasons, one being that their scores do not impact their GPAs.
Relax, they’re only AP tests
Up-and-coming K-pop girl group IVE performs at the Oakland Arena for their first-ever world tour.
From a mere fan to a diehard, my experience at a K-pop concert
In 2008, voters approved a $10 billion bond to build a high-speed rail connecting San Francisco and Los Angeles, projected to be completed by 2020. However, four years later, the project remains unfinished, with costs soaring nearly $100 billion over the original budget.
California has to rid itself of a ‘no’ mentality to change its relationship with cars
Player 456, Seong Gi-hun, played by Lee Jung-jae, finds himself playing in the Squid Game once again. This time, however, he is determined to save as many players as possible and put an end to the games once and for all.
Why Squid Game season two outshines the original
Holiday train ride drives down Burlingame Avenue.
Annual Winterfest brings holiday spirit to community
Auliʻi Cravalho returns to voice all favorite Polynesian princess Moana, in the movie “Moana 2”.
‘Moana 2’ delivers a heartwarming Disney sequel despite familiar formula
Around the dinner table: students share holiday recipes rooted in tradition
Around the dinner table: students share holiday recipes rooted in tradition
Cynthia Erivo acts as Elphaba during the thrilling end of show number Defying Gravity.
‘Wicked’ movie lives up to fanfare, leaves viewers wanting more
Sophomore Natalie Chen dribbles the ball on offense looking for an equalizing goal against Aragon High School on Tuesday, Jan. 28.
Girls’ soccer secures draw against Aragon in close matchup
Junior Haley Baird attempts to jump over a large obstacle on her horse in the Show Jumping event.
Junior Haley Baird displays unique skills through equestrian competitions
Freshman forward Lucca Maher drives on the baseline against a Woodside defender. Maher finished the game with a team-high 21 points.
Boys’ basketball edges out Woodside in crucial league matchup
Sophomore Lauren Dener narrowly beats the Woodside defender and prepares to pass.
Girls’ soccer rallies from early deficit for draw with Woodside
Senior point guard Miranda Sibley dribbles against a defender to set up the team’s offensive play.
Girls’ varsity basketball extends winning streak with strong win over Sequoia for second league victory
The signature lion dance is performed during Lunar New Year to scare off demons. In Chinese culture, stroking the lion's head blesses people with extra luck and prosperity.
Students celebrate Lunar New Year through tradition, food, and family
Holiday train ride drives down Burlingame Avenue.
Annual Winterfest brings holiday spirit to community
Around the dinner table: students share holiday recipes rooted in tradition
Around the dinner table: students share holiday recipes rooted in tradition
Burlingame is sending seven students to Sacramento to participate in the selective All-State music program from Jan. 15 to 19.
Seven students selected for All-State music program
Members of the Key Club volunteer at a Safeway event in partnership with National Broadcasting Company encouraging shoppers to donate to nourishing neighbors.
Clubs lead volunteer initiatives for holiday season, organizing food drives and giving back
The Blitz: Follow up on the Grammys
The Blitz: Follow up on the Grammys
The Blitz: Grammy predictions
The Blitz: Grammy predictions
Music Department showcases 101st annual winter concert
Music Department showcases 101st annual winter concert
The Blitz: Winter Food Review
The Blitz: Winter Food Review
A preview to Burlingame's winter sports
A preview to Burlingame’s winter sports
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Topgolf opens new venue in Burlingame

Alex Bertelli, Senior Reporter | February 4, 2025

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The signature lion dance is performed during Lunar New Year to scare off demons. In Chinese culture, stroking the lion's head blesses people with extra luck and prosperity.
Students celebrate Lunar New Year through tradition, food, and family
Evelyn Du, Diversity Coordinator • February 4, 2025

From late January to early February each year, Asian communities from all backgrounds unite to celebrate Lunar New Year. While each region celebrates differently, the core traditions remain: at festivals, pedestrians always hear the “boom-boom-boom” of drums and clangs of cymbals with the traditional...

Junior Haley Baird attempts to jump over a large obstacle on her horse in the Show Jumping event.
Junior Haley Baird displays unique skills through equestrian competitions
Kai Shah, Staff Reporter • January 31, 2025
Beyond red and blue: students explore the layers of identity and experience behind their political beliefs
Beyond red and blue: students explore the layers of identity and experience behind their political beliefs
Joelle Huysmans and Connie Lu • December 10, 2024
Around the dinner table: students share holiday recipes rooted in tradition
Around the dinner table: students share holiday recipes rooted in tradition
Abby Knight, Connor Leong, Chiara Wesley, and Abby Zarahn • December 9, 2024
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The Blitz: Follow up on the Grammys
The signature lion dance is performed during Lunar New Year to scare off demons. In Chinese culture, stroking the lion's head blesses people with extra luck and prosperity.
Sophomore Natalie Chen dribbles the ball on offense looking for an equalizing goal against Aragon High School on Tuesday, Jan. 28.
Junior Haley Baird attempts to jump over a large obstacle on her horse in the Show Jumping event.
The Blitz: Grammy predictions
Freshman forward Lucca Maher drives on the baseline against a Woodside defender. Maher finished the game with a team-high 21 points.
Sophomore Lauren Dener narrowly beats the Woodside defender and prepares to pass.
Senior point guard Miranda Sibley dribbles against a defender to set up the team’s offensive play.
Player 456, Seong Gi-hun, played by Lee Jung-jae, finds himself playing in the Squid Game once again. This time, however, he is determined to save as many players as possible and put an end to the games once and for all.
Senior Kylan Dean attempts a penalty kick in the closing moments of the Panthers’ game against Hillsdale.
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