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School surveillance spark privacy concerns
School surveillance spark privacy concerns
TikTok shuts down for millions of Americans, who migrate en masse to other platforms.
Tick tock, TikTok: a ban or a bargain?
Demonstrators march to the City Hall of Daly City – one of the two rest stops – to replenish resources and gather more demonstrators to San Francisco.
Bay area residents march over 20 miles for immigration rights
An attorney from the Community Legal Services in East Palo Alto provides legal advice during a “Know Your Rights” workshop.
SMUHSD responds to immigration crackdown as families face uncertainty
On Jan. 7, Barry Tyler became Burlingame’s new Interim Assistant Principal.
New Interim Assistant Principal Tyler joins community
Horan, Kelly, and Muldowney sport homecoming dresses they made themselves.
Three juniors make their own clothes by sewing, crocheting and knitting
As student-athletes, junior Mika Haggarty, sophomore Vivienne French, and senior Joss Tramel overcome an additional challenge. Each of them has to manage a medical condition by using medical devices, and specialized equipment, or adjusting their positions on the field to optimize their performance. Photo courtesy of Joss Tramel (left) and Viviene French (right)
How three athletes navigate sports with health challenges
Burlingame mock trial poses after qualifying for the semi-finals where they faced the strongest team in the region from Menlo.
Mock trial concludes successful season in semifinal competition
One of the museum’s lenticular images compares Burlingame Avenue in the 1920s and present day.
Burlingame Hillsborough History Museum tells the story of the city’s past
Freshman Sophia Hwang uses 3D modeling software to create terrain.
Inside the 3-Dimensional Game Art and Design class
In 2024, Louisiana passed a bill requiring the Ten Commandments to be posted in every public school classroom within the state.
Editorial: Religious doctrine has no place in school
Despite facing various issues including homelessness and trailing job growth, San Francisco has proven to be resilient across history. © Frank Schulenburg / CC BY-SA 4.0
A city of resilience: SF’s fate is not sealed
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
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
Senior and co-captain Siena La Mark gathers the ball to shoot a three against Willow Glen’s formidable defense.
Girls’ basketball ends season with loss to Willow Glen in CCS playoffs
Senior Andrew Jarrett wrestles his opponent at the CCS Masters tournament on Saturday, Feb. 22.
Aguilar and Jarrett qualify for wrestling state championships
As student-athletes, junior Mika Haggarty, sophomore Vivienne French, and senior Joss Tramel overcome an additional challenge. Each of them has to manage a medical condition by using medical devices, and specialized equipment, or adjusting their positions on the field to optimize their performance. Photo courtesy of Joss Tramel (left) and Viviene French (right)
How three athletes navigate sports with health challenges
Junior point guard Jean-Luc Uharriet tries to get past an Oak Grove defender.
Boys’ basketball dominates Oak Grove to advance to CCS quarterfinals
Junior Haleh Ansari leaps to score a fastbreak layup during the team's last league game on Friday, Feb. 14.
Girls’ basketball loses final league game to Terra Nova on heartbreaking buzzer-beater
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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The Student News Site of Burlingame High School

The Burlingame B
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The Burlingame B
Theo Au-Yeung

Theo Au-Yeung, Staff Reporter

Theo Au-Yeung is a senior at Burlingame and this is his first year in Journalism. Theo also plays baseball for Burlingame, and in his free time, he enjoys writing in his sports analytics blog and watching sports as a Seahawks, Giants, and Arsenal fan. Theo enjoys spending time with his family and dog, and traveling the world.

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The Oakland A’s are the third sports team originally located in Oakland to relocate.

Local fans heartbroken as sports teams abandon Oakland

Theo Au-Yeung, Staff Reporter
May 11, 2023

The A’s, Raiders and Warriors have always had a special place in the Oakland community and in the hearts of their loyal, devoted fans. And yet, it’s been one heartbreak after another as they have fled...

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On March 30, America’s favorite pastime returns, and we’re ready for yet another MLB season.

2023 MLB Season Preview: go bold or go home

Theo Au-Yeung and Danny Conway
March 21, 2023

On March 30, America’s favorite pastime returns, and we’re ready for yet another MLB season. As always, we’re looking forward to the emergence of new breakout players and teams, but we’re also...

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The A’s continue to be one of the lowest spenders in the league.

[Photo] 7 Bold Predictions for the 2023 Season

March 21, 2023

The A’s continue to be one of the lowest spenders in the league.

2022 Pitching rankings (ERA and FIP).

[Photo] Power Rankings: Top 10 contenders

March 21, 2023

2022 Pitching rankings (ERA and FIP).

Burlingame huddles together after the final whistle in preparation for penalty kicks, which they would ultimately lose 5-4.

Boys’ soccer exits CCS quarterfinals in dramatic penalty shootout

Theo Au-Yeung, Staff Reporter
February 22, 2023

Boys’ varsity soccer’s season came to a heartbreaking end in the quarterfinals of the CCS (Central Coast Section) Division III tournament, falling to Los Altos High School 5-4 in penalties after...

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Sophomore winger Kylan Dean receives pass from senior winger Calvin Wagner late in the second half.

Boys’ soccer rallies to high-scoring draw against Hillsdale

Theo Au-Yeung, Staff Reporter
January 27, 2023

Thrilling endings are becoming quite the trend for boys’ varsity soccer.  Following a dramatic last-minute win over Woodside High School on Friday, Jan. 20, Burlingame entertained yet again on Jan....

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This year, Theo Au-Yeung and Zach Shapiro set out to predict every round of the 2023 NFL playoffs. (Photos free to use under the Unsplash License)

2023 NFL Playoff predictions: Our picks for every game

Zach Shapiro and Theo Au-Yeung
January 14, 2023

Theo is an enthusiastic Seahawks fan, while Zach is a loyal 49ers fan. Here, they predict the 2023 NFL Playoffs by analyzing team structures and dynamics and figuring out the possible outcomes of each...

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Senior Striker Sean O’Grady looks for passing options after receiving a pass in boys’ soccer’s league opener on Jan. 11.

Intense thriller ends in draw for boys’ varsity soccer league opener

Theo Au-Yeung, Staff Reporter
January 13, 2023

Boys' varsity soccer battled through heavy rain in its first PAL Bay Division matchup on Tuesday, Jan. 12, which ended in a 1-1 draw against Aragon High School. The game started off highly contested,...

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The drama, the upsets, the golazos — the 2022 World Cup was the experience of a lifetime.

Looking back at a momentous World Cup

Theo Au-Yeung, Staff Reporter
January 12, 2023

Despite the controversies surrounding the Qatar 2022 World Cup — tragic deaths, neglect of migrant workers and homophobia — Qatar produced possibly the most entertaining World Cup tournament of all...

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Senior right back Lleyton Yang fights for possession in boys’ varsity soccer’s game on Nov. 30.

Slow start turns into a dominant performance for boys’ varsity soccer

Theo Au-Yeung, Staff Reporter
December 3, 2022

In their Nov. 30 season opener, boys’ varsity soccer pushed through a rough start, finding their footing to win 2-0 over South San Francisco (South City) High School.  With three games already under...

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Boys’ Soccer

Theo Au-Yeung, Staff Reporter
November 22, 2022

Coming off a successful season where they topped the Peninsula Athletic League (PAL) Bay Division with a 6-1-3 record, boys’ varsity soccer will look to return to form this season.  Even with...

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Freshman Mika Haggarty dribbles past junior Elise Spenner in the girls’ varsity soccer practice on Friday, Nov. 18.

2022 Winter Sports Preview: A changing of the guard

Michelle Moshkovoy, Theo Au-Yeung, Zachary Newman, Danny Conway, Zach Shapiro, and Jeannine Chiang
November 22, 2022

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Two of the B’s reporters — Theo Au-Yeung and Alex Kelly — have done their best to predict the results of the group stage below.

World Cup 2022 Predictions

Theo Au-Yeung and Alex Kelly
November 22, 2022

The World Cup is always full of historic moments, shocking upsets and iconic performances. Whether it's Zinedine Zidane headbutting an opponent in the 2006 Final, Andres Iniesta’s World Cup winning goal...

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Portugal enters Group H as favorites followed by Uruguay.

[Photo] Group H – Theo

November 22, 2022

Portugal enters Group H as favorites followed by Uruguay.

Brazil enters Group G as favorites followed by Switzerland.

[Photo] Group G – Theo

November 22, 2022

Brazil enters Group G as favorites followed by Switzerland.

Belgium enters Group F as favorites followed by Croatia.

[Photo] Group F – Theo

November 22, 2022

Belgium enters Group F as favorites followed by Croatia.

Spain enters Group E as favorites followed by Germany.

[Photo] Group E – Alex

November 22, 2022

Spain enters Group E as favorites followed by Germany.

France enters Group D as favorites followed by Denmark.

[Photo] Group D – Alex

November 22, 2022

France enters Group D as favorites followed by Denmark.

Argentina enters Group C as favorites followed by a tie between Mexico and Poland.

[Photo] Group C – Alex

November 22, 2022

Argentina enters Group C as favorites followed by a tie between Mexico and Poland.

England enters Group B as favorites followed by Wales.

[Photo] Group B – Alex

November 22, 2022

England enters Group B as favorites followed by Wales.

Netherlands enters Group A as favorites followed by Senegal.

[Photo] Group A – Theo

November 22, 2022

Netherlands enters Group A as favorites followed by Senegal.

One of the most watched and anticipated sporting events has returned to the big stage as Qatar hosts the 2022 World Cup, the first to ever be held in the winter.

World Cup 2022 Preview: Contenders and Sleepers

Theo Au-Yeung, Staff Reporter
November 20, 2022

The World Cup is back. The biggest sporting event in the world, featuring 32 all-star soccer teams from across six continents, is heading to Qatar for its 22nd edition. A European team has been the winner...

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The Seleção das Quinas have plenty of talent in their roster to make up for Ronaldo’s awful play this season.

[Photo] Portugal

November 20, 2022

The Seleção das Quinas have plenty of talent in their roster to make up for Ronaldo’s awful play this season.

La Furia Roja will enter this tournament as one of the more exciting young teams to watch.

[Photo] Spain

November 20, 2022

La Furia Roja will enter this tournament as one of the more exciting young teams to watch.

The Three Lions will look to overcome a decades worth of disappointment and show out in Qatar.

[Photo] England

November 20, 2022

The Three Lions will look to overcome a decades worth of disappointment and show out in Qatar.

The Seleção are entering the tournament as favorites and many have one of the better rosters in World Cup history.

[Photo] Brazil

November 20, 2022

The Seleção are entering the tournament as favorites and many have one of the better rosters in World Cup history.

The Albicelestes, led by Lionel Messi, will look to capitalize on their talented roster at Qatar.

[Photo] Argentina

November 20, 2022

The Albicelestes, led by Lionel Messi, will look to capitalize on their talented roster at Qatar.

Longtime gymnast Lindsey Yang announced her commitment to Brown University on Oct. 12.

The collegiate dream: playing sports beyond high school

Theo Au-Yeung, Staff Reporter
November 11, 2022

For many students, sports are life — literally. From the start of elementary school to high school graduation, sports are a central part of childhoods — a positive outlet for energy and stress. Naturally,...

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Senior running back Lukas Habelt stiff arms a defender down the sideline on a run in the third quarter.

Burlingame falls to SHP in second league loss in a row

Theo Au-Yeung, Staff Reporter
October 16, 2022

“So close, yet so far” was the name of the game for the Burlingame offense during Friday night’s matchup against Sacred Heart Preparatory (SHP), as they repeatedly pushed the ball into enemy territory,...

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New math teacher Stephanie Loi was initially attracted to the prospect of teaching English, but ultimately fell in love with math.

Stephanie Loi

Theo Au-Yeung, Staff Reporter
October 4, 2022

New geometry teacher Stephanie Loi always felt she was destined to be a teacher.  In fact, it was teaching that got Loi through a tumultuous high school experience. By the end of her junior year, she...

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