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After a spur of marine biodiversity during the early Ordovician period, newly formed rings hovering over Earth’s equator are assumed to have induced a cooling period, leading to the second-largest mass extinction, the Ordovician-Silurian extinction, according to the Scholarly Community Encyclopedia.

Scientists Propose a New Discovery: Earth May Have Had Rings

Ruhi Samudra and Hannah Ko | October 8, 2024

Earth may have had rings, like the ones seen on Saturn, approximately 466 million years ago, according to research set to be published in the Earth and Planetary Sciences Letters on Nov. 15. If true, the...

Freshman Joyce Huang finishes her swing at the first green, making sure to keep herself in the right mental state. “I would work on fixing my mindset,” Huang said. “I was frustrated on the first few holes, but I had to switch my mindset back. You’re affected by the last few shots when you’re frustrated, but you need to focus on the next few and shoot well.”

Girls’ Golf “Swings” the Odds in Their Favor Against Rosary High

Stephanie Hwang and Claire Liu | October 7, 2024

Girls’ golf (4-3) won against Rosary High with a total score of 192-288 in a home match at Rancho San Joaquin on Sept. 25. The next match is scheduled for Oct 7. against University High. Some Bulldogs,...

Boba’s rising popularity makes it a favorite drink for many, and new shops are opening regularly. In this review, we will be exploring two of the latest arrivals: 3Cat and Macu Tea.

Exploring New Boba Shops: A Blend of Atmosphere and Taste

Kelly Yeh and Sophia Kim | October 4, 2024

On a rooftop, English teacher and Head Track Coach Cale Kavanaugh’s creativity takes flight as he snips away at a new haircut. “I was in college cutting my best friend’s hair,” Kavanaugh said. “He thought it would be a great idea to cut his hair on our friend’s roof because it would make for an epic picture and help me promote my haircutting business.”

English Teacher Cale Kavanaugh is ‘Shear-ious’ About Haircutting

Tamara Bradley and Catherine Li | October 3, 2024

From buzzing parking-lot mohawks in high school to barbering for his friends’ wedding proposals, English teacher and head track coach Cale Kavanaugh keeps a secret, unexpected talent: haircutting.  Kavanaugh...

Musicians today have a large influence on their fans, and sometimes their fans are affected by the words they say. Thus, it is important for fans to form their own opinions rather than sorely listening to their favorite artists’ takes on political and social issues.

Follow the Music, Not the Musicians

Stephanie Hwang and Nora Aljazzar | October 3, 2024

Coinciding with the 2024 election, many renowned artists are endorsing preferred presidential candidates, swaying fans to vote one way or another as voters follow the opinions of their role models. This...

Wingstop’s new Sweet BBQ Blaze flavor, released just in time for football season, offers a smoky, tangy twist on classic barbecue wings. Portola High students flock to try the latest addition, savoring its bold, rich sweetness with every bite.

Wingstop Kicks Off NFL Football Season with New Sweet BBQ Blaze Flavor

Aditi Salunkhe, Moer Koey | October 3, 2024

With the NFL season in full swing, Wingstop has dropped its latest MVP: Sweet BBQ Blaze. Whether you are catching a game or grabbing a bite with friends, this bold new flavor, inspired by Kansas City and...

Senior Zoe Wynn hits the golf ball with a swift drive swing. Wynn’s dedication to perfecting various swing techniques throughout her golf career allowed her to experience many wins. “I've seen Zoe at her highs, as when she won league as a freshman,” girls’ golf coach and history teacher Wind Ralston said. “I've seen her at her lows as well, when she maybe hasn't had the best round. But I would say she was my first golfer who came to me with a lot of skill initially which I was not used to. It's been great to see her grow and evolve as a player. Zoe is always fun, even when she may not have the best round, she still is having fun and her personality is contagious and makes other girls just want to have fun.”

Senior Zoe Wynn Commits to Williams College, Aiming for a Bright Future on the Green

Hannah Ko and Sruti Allani | October 2, 2024

Countless mornings dedicated to the golf course, struggles with fluctuating performance and balancing heavy coursework in the classroom all pays off for senior Zoe Wynn as she commits to play Division...

City of Irvine Peer Support Team Coordinator Jodi Rahn accepts an award honoring her 30 years of service to the Irvine Community. “Jodi has this rare combination of being compassionate and caring, but also incredibly hard working and tenacious, and that's just something that you don’t often find in the same person,” Assistant Chief of Police Noelle Smiley said.

Irvine City Council Meeting Honors Long-Serving Employees

Nora Aljazzar, Staff Writer | October 1, 2024

The Irvine City Council held a meeting to honor and celebrate the contributions of five employees with over 20 years of service on Sept. 24 at the Irvine City Hall. This event recognized multiple individuals...

Campus Control Assistant George Mares works as a bartender at Wild Rivers on weekends and at Portola High on weekdays. “I enjoy both jobs completely,” Mares said. “It’s just always fun. Both jobs are perfect.”

‘Shaking’ It Up: Campus Control Assistant George Mares Makes Refreshments at Wild Rivers

Alice Ahn and Kailyn Clark | October 1, 2024

After the final bell rings and students head home, it is easy to forget about the people who keep the campus running — teachers, staff and other key figures. But individuals like Wild Rivers employee...

Utility player and senior Ryder Tonkovich prepares to shoot a goal against El Segundo High in the first quarter. Different players are substituted in and out of the match to create the most effective team dynamic, according to head boys’ water polo coach Kate Avery. “Especially in those close, competitive games, we want to keep the six or seven players that are performing the best and have the best chemistry to maintain momentum.”

Boys’ Water Polo Pulls Off Thrilling Comeback Win Against El Segundo High

Mia Jong and Sonia Wang | October 1, 2024

Boys’ water polo (5-6) won 14-13 at its home match at the pool on Sept. 17 against El Segundo High. Despite facing a two-point deficit in the first two quarters, the Bulldogs quickly closed the gap,...

Senior Maariyah Arif appreciates Dress to Impress for its various styles — from lace to gingham — and its costumes. “I've been playing Roblox for years, and Dress to Impress just started going viral,” Arif said. “I think it's cool to see all the different costumes.”

Glitz and Glamor: Dress to Impress Dazzles Portola High Players

Marianne Chan and Moer Koey | September 27, 2024

One of the online gaming platform Roblox's most popular pageantry games, “Dress to Impress,” has seen a sharp spike in popularity among Portola High students this year. Students across every grade...

Senior Landon Durazo speaks with campus control staff member George Mares during lunch in the parking lot. “Some students get mad at the security guards because they don’t realize it is their job to tell students to get back to class,” Durazo said. “It gets good once you get to know them because they are interesting, and they are interested in stuff I am interested in.”

Safety First: Meet the Campus Control Staff

Olivia Ganes and Nina Krish | September 26, 2024

All students have seen them on campus, but getting to know them is a different story. Campus control spends countless hours making sure the students are safe. Not only do they patrol the campus, they ensure...

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