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California’s dry climate nurtures forest fires. Homes surrounded by dry grass and bush are especially vulnerable to burning down.

[Photo] California’s 2020 Forest Fire Season Deemed ‘The Worst’

September 18, 2020
During the George Floyd protests, more than 40 American cities have enforced citywide curfews, and 24 states have called upon the National Guard for military assistance.

[Photo] The George Floyd Protests: A Civil Demonstration Turns Violent

June 5, 2020
After releasing the EP, “My Dear Melancholy,” in 2018, The Weeknd will be going back on tour in June of 2020. While the coronavirus has cancelled many prominent concerts, the “After Hours” tour is still set to continue as scheduled.

[Photo] The Weeknd’s ‘After Hours’ Shines Through the ‘Blinding Lights’ of the Music Industry

April 8, 2020
Construction can be seen along Cadence and Meridian, across the street from Portola High School.

[Photo] What Is Being Built Next to Portola High School?

February 28, 2020
Like his previous album, “Kamikaze,” Eminem released his eleventh studio album “Music to be Murdered By” on a Thursday night without any prior announcement. The album marked his 24th year in the industry.

[Photo] Eminem Invites Listeners into the ‘Darkness’ with ‘Music to be Murdered By’

February 5, 2020
Thousands of fans in the Los Angeles area gathered around Staples Center to pay tribute to Kobe Bryant. Following his untimely death, many NBA teams paid tribute to Bryant in their own ways.

[Photo] Remembering Kobe Bryant

February 5, 2020
This is of the SARS strain of coronavirus. Experts believe the 2019-nCoV coronavirus originated in bats and spread to humans.

[Photo] Coronavirus Concerns in Irvine – How Worried Should Students Be?

February 3, 2020
Protesters in front of the White House rally against the internment of Uighur Muslims in China’s Xinjiang Province. According to CNN, up to a million Muslims are being detained in China’s internment camps.

[Photo] China Calls Muslim Detention Camps ‘Humane’ Among International Outrage

January 9, 2020
While the House of Representatives was voting on his impeachment, President Trump was holding a campaign rally in Battle Creek, Michigan.

[Photo] President Donald Trump Impeached for Abuse of Power and Obstruction of Justice

January 9, 2020
A nine-foot bronze statue of John Wayne on a marble pedestal named “The Duke” stands tall within John Wayne Airport, overlooking the Thomas F. Riley Terminal. Commissioned by the John Wayne Associates, sculptor Robert Summers created the statue to honor John Wayne and his patriotism.

[Photo] John Wayne Airport Could Be Renamed

November 7, 2019
Pop and Hip Hop Singer Post Malone showcased his top hits at Stavernfestivalen in July 2018. He is expected to perform hit songs from his new 2019 album “Hollywood’s Bleeding” at next year’s festival.

[Photo] ‘I’m Gonna Be’ Addicted to Post Malone’s New Album

September 20, 2019
Hong Kong riot police attempt to disperse the protesters during the Tsuen Wan March on Aug. 25.

[Photo] Hong Kong Protest Still Ongoing

September 17, 2019
Mt. Rainier National Park in Washington was one of the numerous national parks across the country that were neglected due to lack of funding during the government shutdown.

[Photo] National Parks Damaged During Government Shutdown

February 25, 2019
During the Super Bowl halftime show, Adam Levine performed live with his band Maroon 5 to over 70,000 people, with an additional 100 million watching at home.

[Photo] Performers Underwhelm at Super Bowl Halftime Show

February 8, 2019
According to the Environmental Working Group, 167 million pounds of pesticides and 17 billion pounds of nitrogen fertilizer are used to grow livestock feed alone. In addition, over 20% of the United States’ methane emissions are from cattle.

[Photo] Science Teacher Takes on Meatless Monday

December 13, 2018
The PSAT/NMSQT, or the National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test, will open up new opportunities for both Portola High and its students.

[Photo] Juniors Take The PSAT/NMSQT

October 12, 2018
Students taking AP Art History will be analyzing famous pieces of art, such as the above image: Raphael’s fresco of the School of Athens.

[Photo] Drawing the Lines in the History of Art

October 3, 2018
Travis Scott released his album “Astroworld” this summer. His Astroworld tour has already sold out in multiple locations including Oakland and Los Angeles.

[Photo] Summer Music Rewind: A Review

September 14, 2018

[Photo] Definitely Not LOKI : ‘Avengers: Infinity War’ Review

May 4, 2018
Fill your week off from school with something fun such as traveling to an exotic place or experiencing something new.

[Photo] Where are you heading this Spring Break?

March 30, 2018
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