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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
Valerie Arbizu concludes her term at Burlingame on Monday, Nov. 25 and prepares for her transition to the District Office.
SMUHSD names Arbizu Interim Director of Student Services amid mid-year transition
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
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
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
Burlingame freshman Marlon Garcia crosses the street amid post-school traffic.
Burlingame seeks safer streets with Vision Zero as concerns persist
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
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
Transform everyday essentials into creative Halloween costumes
Transform everyday essentials into creative Halloween costumes
Junior Miles Davis wrestles his Woodside opponent in a third-place match on Saturday, Dec. 14.
Junior varsity wrestling begins season with six medals at PAL novice tournament
Since becoming the head coach of girls’ varsity volleyball, Hannah Korslund led her team to a 47-12 record over the last two seasons, including two Central Coast Section appearances.
Girls varsity volleyball coach Korslund wins national award
Sophomore Hannah Goldberg takes the field, kicking off her second season as a Varsity player.
Winter Sports Previews: Confident mindset and consistent contributors
“As soon as the game was over… the whole team was crying. We all were hugging each other, and we were sobbing. But you know, I don't regret anything from it,” senior Sophia Geminder said.
Girls’ volleyball’s season of triumph ends in State playoffs against Oak Ridge
Senior Lucy Istock and juniors Eva Mercer and Katie Trevor begin the highly anticipated pyramid stunt.
Cheer defies expectations at 97th Little Big Game with powerful halftime performance
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
Senior Prosecution Attorney Lexie Levitt responds to an objection brought up by defense attorney Josie Wettan.
Mock trial holds scrimmages to sharpen skills ahead of competition season
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
Burlingame Varsity Football: The Road to the 'Paw'
Burlingame Varsity Football: The Road to the ‘Paw’
A look into girls' lacrosse
A look into girls’ lacrosse
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Alec Abramson, Staff Reporter

Alec Abramson is a junior at Burlingame High School, and a first-year Journalism student. Utilizing the vast resources and broad subscriber base of the Burlingame B, Alec intends to expose corruption on a global scale. In his free time, Alec thoroughly enjoys watching planes, documenting how many planes there are, and predicting how many planes there will be in the future.

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FOX's Sean Hannity speaks his truth five days a week.

I watched Sean Hannity so you didn’t have to

Alec Abramson, Staff Reporter
March 26, 2019

Sean Hannity is unabashedly conservative. What’s more, his show (and Fox News as a whole) appears to be a hub for beginner-to-intermediate level Photoshop connoisseurs who spend their days churning out...

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In November 2018, there were over 4.5 million total airport passengers that went in and out of SFO. According to an airport official, SFO did not experience any significant effects as a result of the government shutdown.

Everyone is United: there was no Delta at SFO as a result of American shutdown

Alec Abramson, Staff Reporter
February 20, 2019

Contrary to stories of airport nightmares during the 35-day government shutdown, San Francisco International Airport (SFO) was relatively unaffected. While U.S. airports across the nation, including...

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SWUN Math: friend or foe?

Alec Abramson, Staff Reporter
September 28, 2018

Burlingame Elementary School District (BSD) has been annually renewing its contract with SWUN Math since 2013, but not all teachers and students are on board with the program’s structure and effectiveness.The...

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