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Ancient World Uncovered

By NOELLE NATIVIDAD Staff Writer

A recent discovery has had scientists buzzing since late July, and many have even endeavored to call it “Britain’s Pompeii”.

The discovery happened in Fenland of Cambridgeshire, England, as a part of The Must Farm project. Founded in 1999 after archaeologists observed a few curious wooden posts jutting out from clay, The Must Farm has become a landmark for scientists, containing a treasure trove of preserved Bronze Age artifacts.

The comparison to Pompeii is, of course, a slight exaggeration, seeing as the Roman town was far larger than the small riverside community discovered in England. Regardless, it is revered just as much by scientists for its age.

Unlike Pompeii, this community was destroyed by fire and dipped into the river, where silt immortalized the homes and belongings of the Bronze Age men who resided in the village. This find has excited scientists the most; the new data that can be gathered about the primitive lifestyle is especially valuable. Among the numerous artifacts found, scientists uncovered beads, pottery, wooden plates, carved boxes, and a wheel, which is suspected to have belonged to a wooden cart. According to archeologists’ analysis, this community consisted of skilled carpenters who also farmed and hunted.

Site manager Mark Knight called it “a genuine snapshot.” He told CNN, “Since the dig began last September, I’ve visited Must Farm three times. And with each visit the story has become more detailed, more enthralling.”

CNN reporter Nick Glass commented, “You can easily imagine what it was like for our ancestors 3,000 years ago. Running across one part of the site is a narrow wooden causeway. Pre-dating the settlement, it rests there invitingly, waiting for us to follow in our ancestors’ footsteps.”

Everything is there for archaeologists to infer what life was like, what people did, and even how the disastrous fire occurred. The one missing piece is the people who lived there.

Glass wrote, “Inside the tent, watching the team of archaeologists working away on their hands and knees, I also sensed a feeling of unresolved mystery. This is a Bronze Age story without a happy ending. We now know that the oak trees used for building the roundhouses were felled in winter. The settlement burnt down the following summer barely six months later; it hardly had time to establish itself. Was it attacked?

Had the settlers intruded onto someone’s else’s river bank? Was the settlement razed because of disease or out of superstition?”

Glass’ questions may never be answered.

However, a rare discovery like this only goes to show that nothing is ever impossible, because today, in 2016, scientists were just able to uncover a world that existed 3,000 years ago. nnatividad@apachepowwow.com

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Future Olympics in Asia

By BRANDON CHEN

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With the Rio Olympics now over, the excitement is slowly fading around the world, but Asian countries are busy preparing for the next Olympics. In 2018, the Winter Games in Pyeongchang, South Korea, will arrive. The 2020 Tokyo Summer Olympics will be upon us shortly after, and following that, the 2022 Beijing Winter Games. All three countries have hosted Olympics before, giving them an upper hand in organizing major events.

Pyeongchang is a small ski resort town on the east of South Korea’s mountains. Korea hopes that the Winter Games will allow Pyeongchang to become a major destination for winter sports. However, compared to the Summer Games they held before, the planning is going noticeably slower. Construction delays and local conflicts over venue construction have made it hard to attract domestic sponsorship, hindering progress. Despite a slow start, 90% of the domestic sponsorship target of $760 million should be reached by the end of the year. Even with these difficulties, six new venues are 80% complete, and a high-speed train connecting the Incheon Airport and Pyeongchang in 90 minutes is in progress. There have been concerns over the enormous cost involved for preparing and hosting the Games, as

well as maintaining facilities after the Games are over. Generating excitement is also a challenge, since South Korea is mainly competitive in speed skating only, yet optimists say the Olympics will bring infrastructure to South Korea’s less-developed regions, opening up a new winter sports destination for Asian tourists.

The Summer Games are in a safe pair of hands, taking place in an economically stable country, Japan. Even with a stable economy, the government scrapped plans for the main Olympic Stadium by world-renowned architect Zaha Hadid due to the exponential cost, and some worry that a new design might not be ready in time. However, there is no mad

rush for infrastructure. The city already has subways and highways to alleviate traffic. To cut down on costs even more, events have been spread around to Tokyo’s suburbs where existing facilities can do the job. Being one of the safest cities in the world also doesn’t hurt when hosting the Olympics. This time, Japan hopes to increase tourism and show off the country’s technology to the world. Overall, things are going smoothly in Tokyo so far.

After spending so much in 2008, Beijing plans to keep to the theme of “reuse”. It is already equipped with many of the facilities necessary for indoor events for the Winter Games, such as ice hockey and figure skating. Despite being so well prepared, there are problems.

Natural snow is a rarity, and the surroundings lack steep mountains, forcing some events to be moved to the nearby province of Hebei, connected by a high-speed rail system. Also, pollution is the worst in the winter, but city planners say that closing factories and retiring older vehicles will help clear up the sky. Even with these challenges, Beijing’s expertise and facilities should allow the 2022 Winter Games to go smoothly.

For the next three Olympics, we’ll be seeing more of Asia. Even with challenges, South Korea, Japan, and China all seem to have good plans in store for the world to see. bchen@apachepowwow.com Graphic courtesy of TOKYO2020.JP

Earthquake in Myanmar

By MARUKO MYINT Staff Writer

On Aug. 24, a powerful earthquake tore through central Burma, leaving the area in a state of rubble and taking at least four lives.

The earthquake primarily hit the city of Bagan, the past capital of Myanmar back during its imperial days. During the 11th to 13th century, the city was home to countless temples and religious buildings. More than 2000 of those pagodas and temples still exist, and serve as precious memoirs of ancient times in Burma. However the recent earthquake has changed the condition of many of these temples and pagodas. Damage to at least 171 pagodas has been recorded, but it is estimated that about 200 pagodas have been affected.

The tremors came from the town of Chauk, which is 15 miles south of Bagan. Yet they were easily felt by both the tourists and locals. Maria Gomez was one of the many tourists that happened to be visiting the ancient city at the time of the tremor. She was walking to a river to view a sunset when she “felt the Earth moving.” “Everybody was very scared and everybody was shouting. Only after maybe 30 seconds we realized what was happening,” she told The Associated Press.

On Aug. 25, the President, Htin Kyaw, arrived to Burma to address the disaster and talk with locals and officials on how to fix it.

An official with U.N. Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization in Bangkok, warned Burmese residents and officials to carefully deal with the damaged temples “to make sure

the site is restored properly for the long-term enjoyment of future generations.” Soldiers and locals worked together to clean up the damage of the earthquake, sweeping and picking up broken red bricks from the ruins. Thankfully however, most of the bricks that had fallen off from the temples were from past attempts at restoration by the former military regime.

With the temples damaged, the growing tourism industry of Bagan might be at risk as well. The ancient city is a top destination among the other cities of Myanmar, with its rich past and appealing weather. However, this may change due to the destruction left by the earthquake. Zaw Naing, a local whose job is de-

pendent on tourists, fears for his job. He is one of the caretakers at one of the many pagodas.

“I’m very worried…there will be less tourists to Bagan,” Naing said, adding that he has three children to feed and take care for.

While this earthquake may have caused major damage, there is hope. The U.N. Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs is ready to support government and local organizations. This natural disaster is only a small step back in Myanmar’s current road to growth and recovery from the past regime. mmyint@apachepowwow.com

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Self-Driving Ubers

By VIVIAN KWANG Staff Writer

In August, Uber released trials of automated cars in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

On Aug. 18, Volvo and Uber announced a $300 million joint project. In May, Uber reported that it will begin mapping Pittsburgh for its self-driving cars.

If the deal between the two companies manages to come through, then this will be the first time Americans will be able to ride in autonomous cars. However, there is a downside to this situation.

Uber customers cannot specifically request for a self-driving car. Instead, these cars would be allocated at random locations, free of cost. Based on the collabo-

ration announcement, an Uber employee will be seated in the driver’s seat to monitor the vehicle and to ensure its safety.

Before Uber can fully release autonomous vehicles for trial, Pittsburgh riders will have to decide whether or not they are willing to be the host city for these experimental cars. If they agree, this would be a groundbreaking advancement for self-driving vehicles.

Although this proposal seems like a big step for Uber, transportation experts see it as a threat to Uber’s existing business. Different car companies such as Tesla, Ford, and GM are also planning to manufacture self-driving cars for transportation purposes. This may lead to a decline in business for Uber’s employees, as well as other taxi drivers. Eventually, there may be more autonomous cars on the road than cars that are driven by humans. The government of Pittsburgh happily accepted Uber’s proposed new technology. Mayor William Peduto was in favor of the new technology as well, saying that it will decrease the number of car accidents per year, which in turn, will make Pittsburgh a safer city.

Pasadena Hotel

By KIMBERLY LO Staff Writer

Recently, there has been a new proposal in Pasadena to preserve the YWCA building, which was designed by the famous architect Julia Morgan. This proposal came up because the YWCA building has been empty and unattended for over 20 years.

In order to keep this building as intact and original as possible, the current idea is to establish a Kimpton Hotel on the land. This structure is planned to have 185 rooms. Not all aspects of the original YWCA building would be able to be preserved, however. For instance, the original pool of the YWCA building would be replaced by ballrooms for the Kimpton Hotel. In addition, the hotel building will be six stories tall, which would require extensive construction.

Local residents are discontented, vying for a smaller hotel with 100 rooms instead. Nonetheless, KHP Capital Partners, which is handling the finances of the construction process, rejected the

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idea, citing that it wasn’t the best financial decision. Kimpton hotels usually have an average of 200 rooms, so the plan for 185 rooms in the Pasadena Kimpton hotel would fit within that range.

While KHP Capital Partners is spending much time on this project, it is by no means a long term investment.

KHP estimates that it probably plans on owning the property for five to ten more years, which managing partner Joe Long says is a normal range of time of ownership for the company. After those years, KHP hopes that the hotel will be bought out by another owner.

The benefits of the renovation of the YWCA building for Pasadena residents are the occupancy taxes that will be paid by the hotel and its guests. The profits of Pasadena from the project will be around $1.5 million per year, garnered from earnings from the occupancy taxes. If this proposal does get implemented, it can bring many benefits to the city of Pasadena and the adjacent communities. klo@apachepowwow.com

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Zika on the Gulf Coast

By BRADEN WONG Staff Writer

The year 2016 has proven to be a prominent year for the Zika virus. Over the past few months, the virus has grown comparably to an epidemic in some regions of the world, spreading rapidly through the transmission of mosquito species Aedes aegypti (Yellow fever mosquito) and Aedes albopictus (Asian tiger mosquito) throughout the Americas.

The U.S. can prove to be no different case, as officials warn. As the virus spreads throughout Miami and South Florida, Gulf states such as Texas and Louisiana face threats of rising cases. The flooding of the Pelican State only exacerbates the situation, according to Anthony Fauci, a National Institute of Health official.

One of the biggest reasons why Zika has not been stopped thus far has been its initially low priority, leading to an absence of a vaccine for it. Because creating a new vaccine for a disease costs an estimated $160 to 500 million, it was hard to justify researching a disease that had a relatively low impact compared to other larger-scale mosquito-born

illnesses, such as malaria and the West Nile virus (which are much more severe and potentially fatal). However, now, with Zika spreading much faster throughout the country, researchers have been working faster than ever and have recently been approved to conduct vaccine trials on humans. However, according to Fauci, “With our experience with other similar viruses like Dengue, this [the Zika virus] is something that could hang around for a year or two.”

Although Zika has transmitted at a rate faster than ever throughout the U.S., there is still promise in the country’s sticky situation.

According to The Washington Post, southern states such as Florida and Texas face increasingly extreme heat, causing the terrorizing mosquito season to decrease.

Fauci asserted, “I do not think, although we need to be prepared for it, that we’re going to see a diffused, broad outbreak in the U.S. because of a number of issues, particularly the conditions in our country would not really make that a very likely happening.” With proper preparation and countermeasures for the Zika virus, there is hope for our nation’s safety. bwong@apachepowwow.com

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Mission District Revival

By SHAZIA PATHAN Staff Writer

San Gabriel’s Mission District is waking up from its slumber. One of the most significant pieces of evidence signifying progressive change in the city is the removal of the taped-on “Mission Playhouse” banner from the Mission Playhouse. Though replacing the tacky taped-on sign of “Mission Playhouse” with an actual structure bearing the same name may seem like an insignificant step to onlookers, it is not. The step is monumental in the collective goal of the community, which is to make this ghost town buzzing with people and modernity.

The revitalization plan of the Mission District is not a new plan. It has been attempted before, over 20 years ago, though the results did not last. That is not to say the Mission District did not try again, because it did in 2004. What was the problem? Armine Chaparyan, director of the city’s Community Development Department, believes a key problem is that this part of the city is not en route to the public’s commute. In other words, without people passing through and spending money there, the town will remain unchanged.

So what is different about the plan this time around? Actually a few things: the addition of events, attractions and a new renovation plan. The Mission Playhouse brings the most visitors, approximately 80,000 people annually.

Last year’s “Dumpling and Beer Fest” drew about 3,000 people and this year’s event is expecting 9,500 people. These events are bringing in people, certainly, but not enough to make the city into a commercial district. According to the specific plan, the hope is to create a city akin to places like Old Town Pasadena, with stores at the floor level and residential properties above them. Recently a gift in the form of Pokemon Go has brought many visitors to the city.

“We want people to see the unique nature of what the district offers so they’ll come back,” Chaparyan revealed. In essence, the change in the increase of visitors is posited to bring about the progressive change the city desires.

Despite the minor protest of the new plan by a small group of residents consisting of six members who are against the prospect of renovating the town, the plan has been progressing surprisingly quickly. spathan@apachepowwow.com

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Satellites Now Monitor Poverty

By CHRISTINE LAW Staff Writer

Often times, poverty is difficult to detect due to low data reliability from impoverished developing countries.

Previously, the World Bank, a group consisting of five institutions, played a major role in monitoring poverty levels on a global scale. World Bank’s goal is “a world free of poverty,” according to its website, and it considers those who earn $1.90 or less daily to be impoverished. To keep records of poverty across a widespread number of countries, the World Bank sends surveys and questionnaires to individual households about their incomes and product usage to develop poverty reports. However, because surveys are not practical in everyday situations due to their high cost and inaccessibility in particularly underdeveloped locations, new solutions are being discovered in order to aid the challenge of keeping poverty rates in check.

A team of scientists at Stanford has proposed a plan to monitor poverty in different locations using satellite imaging. Because less affected areas tend have more advanced resources, one can conclude that the areas radiating more light are less impoverished while areas in darkness are more povertystricken. Marshall Burke, an assistant professor at Stanford University’s Department

of Earth System Science, and his team have created a guideline to detecting poverty.

With the aid of satellite imagery of the entire planet, researchers use three factors to determine the poverty levels: night light data, daytime imagery, and survey data, like the consumption and wealth of families. The computerized system maps out roads, urban areas, farmland, and living areas to recognize areas with material items, such as cars or houses. The benefit of this is to allow the results to be translated into actual information related to poverty rates. For example, if cars were more common in one area, the system would be able to recognize the specific area had higher spendings on consumer goods.

The benefits of this system are very promising. Satellite data replaces the need to manually send surveys to inaccessible locations. Also, the project requires no cost because it uses Google Maps software.

However, one setback about this system is the inability to predict future poverty rates, unless more satellite images are taken. Current images can only determine the present state of a country’s wealth. Burke and his team hope that in the near future, this project will allow for more efficiency in identifying cases of extreme poverty across the world, as well as result in the overall decrease of poverty rates in developing countries. claw@apachepowwow.com

CA Voter Registration Spikes

By ALYSSA RAVE Staff Writer

On Nov. 8, citizens of America prepare themselves to vote in one of the most controversial Presidential elections the country has ever seen. California residents are desperately recruiting others into their political parties in an attempt to steer the election in favor of their chosen candidate, and many are swarming to register. Many Californians have decided to enroll in the voting system, whether for the first time of age or as an interested adult. The important decision of voting between the two nominees, Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump, is a responsibility many Americans hold themselves to. Despite the Electoral College ultimately deciding who heads into office, people of the country are not letting this fact stop them from participating.

It has been recorded that a little over 18 million California residents have registered this fall for the upcoming election for President, an astounding number that has made headlines for coming close to breaking the state´s record. It is only bested by the 2012 presidential elec-

tion between Obama and Romney, which led to a staggering voter registration of 18.2 million. Less than 3% of the current number of voters registered is needed to beat the previous record, which is a plausible event if California residents continue to enlist for voting at the same rate. It was evaluated that 73% of the entire permitted population of California had already registered by August, likely due to the anticipation of this heated election.

As populated cities in the state rise in numbers, the peak of the candidate’s campaigns may bring another rush of registrations with the country nearing the important date.

Los Angeles was reported to have the largest increase of newly enrolled persons in the state, with San Bernardino documenting another increase in registrations. Whether the increase of voters is due to the country’s interest in the election or because of effective advertising, the voting record may be broken in the near future as more political parties continue to attract potential voters into the system. arave@apachepowwow.com

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The Friendship Hierarchy

By ANABELL XU Staff Writer

As an eighth grader, I was terrified of high school. The stories about the all-nighters, brutal amounts of homework, and stress scared me to death.

But what alarmed me the most was the almost-certainty that my friends and I would split up, never to talk again. Panicked, I immediately started organizing my friend group into categories, trying to figure out who would stick with me in high school and who would leave.

This was how I realized the existence of the “friendship hierarchy”, or the “friendship ladder”. The higher my friends were up the ladder, the more likely we were to stay together.

I determined that placement in the categories depended on four factors: how likely I am to partner with them in a project, how often we talk, if we eat lunch together, and if I trust them enough to rant to them about my life.

I placed them into seven categories: 1. Best Friend 2. Lesser Best Friend 3. Friend 4. Minor Friend 5. We-talk-only-when-necessary

friend 6. I-don’t-know-if-we-even-count-asfriends friend 7. The Mutual Stranger It’s pretty self-explanatory. I expected people in the top three groups to remain, while the ones in the bottom four would leave.

So far, nothing has happened to my friends and me regarding splitting up. But then again, it’s only been a few weeks, and anything can happen. Friendships are fragile and can be shattered to pieces in seconds, growing even more volatile as they move down the ladder, due to a decrease in trust, familiarity, and tolerance.

And, of course, positions on the ladder can change. People who were once best friends drop to a we-talk-only-when-necessary friend. The opposite can also happen, when a minor friend suddenly becomes a best friend.

The reasons for this are numerous.

Arguments happen. Sudden disputes can easily break the bond between even the closest of friends. People change and can distance themselves, so that their friendship isn’t broken suddenly, but rather deteriorating over time, like mountains being worn away.

On the flip side, things as trivial as a group project can bring people up the ladder as they become more familiar and trustworthy. Even a simple conversation can elevate someone’s position. However, it’s much easier to lose friends than it is to make them.

But perhaps the most sudden and disastrous of them all is the move to a new school, a change in which people simultaneously move down the ladder while new ones arise and take their place. A sudden reset.

I, for one, hate losing friends as well as making friends. My classes are filled with people I don’t know, and my own personal insecurities prevent me from getting to know them better. In fact, I expect people to reach out to me first, which is probably the reason why I can’t make many new friends.

This sort of attitude works against me. As a person who craves the attention of others but refuses to take the initiative to get it, I shut myself out, distancing myself from people and often making things worse. After all, there’s always the chance that they’ll end up rejecting me as a “friend candidate”, and my own stubbornness won’t allow for that to happen.

It’s become apparent that I sort people into the categories too easily, automatically placing someone very low in the ladder before getting to know them, hindering friendship development. If there’s a likely chance that we’ll split up, why even bother?

At the time when I created this friendship hierarchy, I didn’t realize that I was stereotyping others. I was sorting people into categories based on only a few experiences, and changing my behavior towards them based on those categories. I wonder if there are some people

out there who could have been great friends if I had just given them a chance, if I had just opened up to them more.

We do show preferences to people based on familiarity and closeness. It’s only natural. I’m more likely to open up to a family member than a complete stranger, because I know I can trust my family based on years of experience.

I find myself limiting connections to the current friend group I have now. Maybe I should put off judgment until later, when I’ve had time to truly figure out what kind of person this stranger is, and if this stranger can become a friend. Maybe I should wait to see if a minor friend can become a best friend one day.

So perhaps the friendship hierarchy does exist. But it doesn’t mean we have to base our actions off of it. There are lots of people in the world, so don’t be afraid to reach out to them. There’s a chance that one will become the person who will stick with you for the rest of your life. The possibility of rejection may be a gamble we need to take, but the bonds we could make can outweigh it. axu@apachepowwow.com

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By REIKO INOUE Staff Writer

Siblings have a strange relationship. They compete for their parents’ attention and strive to define themselves as individuals, all while forging a bond that is stronger than any friendship. But what happens to this unique dynamic when an older sibling moves out of the house for college or work to begin his or her own life? Through my experience, I found that the separation between siblings may seem initially dismal but has a silver lining. Time hurtles on and we must accept the changes it brings to continue growing.

I have two older sisters, Yuko and Meg, both of whom are currently attending a university very far from home. When my oldest sister Yuko moved out, I wasn’t exactly heartbroken.

Since there was a wide gap between our ages, she had always been a more distant figure to me. I was curious about what college was like and saw her as a guinea pig to test the waters for us younger siblings. Plus, I still had my second oldest sister, Meg, to look to for guidance.

But when Meg became a senior in high school, I dreaded her departure. She was my ally and mentor from the day I was born. Whenever we would go to school or watch Netflix together, the fact that we wouldn’t be doing this next year would be in the back of my mind. I began to miss her before she even left. When she was accepted into the university of her dreams, I was so happy and in awe of her. Yet I selfishly couldn’t help resenting the school for taking her away from me.

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On the night Meg left, I stayed up to help clean her incredibly cluttered room and see her off. We exchanged a rare hug and I waved goodbye as she was driven to the airport by our parents. Standing barefoot on our driveway and staring into the dark and empty road, I was hit

our parents’ funerals, at which point we would barely recognize each other.

When my older sisters moved out, I was forced to see just how significant they were to my life. I used to go to Meg when I needed advice on how to study well and get high grades,

by how surreal this all was. Her childhood was over and for the first time, I felt that the end of my own was impatiently awaiting me in the immediate future. Her leaving signified the end of an amazing era in which we went through countless formative events together. I imagined a bleak future in which my sisters and I grew into adults in separate places and became closer with other people. Maybe we would drift apart to the point where we only gathered to attend

things she obnoxiously excelled at. When we were younger, I would listen to her talk about her world and be convinced that she was the coolest and smartest person I knew. Now the house is quiet without Meg’s maniacal laughter or Yuko’s spontaneous bursts of Broadway tunes far too ambitious for her vocal range. I suddenly became the oldest child, a position I was not prepared for. My parents turned their attention to me since there were no longer more

That was my very first memory, and that has been the basis of my life. Everything I remembered has stayed with me at the very center

the same goofy sense of humor that I’m starting to see in myself. My mom has always been my rock, the one person I know will always be

of who I am. It’s amazing to me how much has changed, yet I still see myself in that little girl.

My dad’s hair is better, I admit, but he still has

there, and I hope that one day I’ll acquire the same selflessness and compassion that she has.

As for me, I have yet to find out who I

I am a girl built by memories.

There is a window. That is my first mem-

I see an ocean beyond and the street below, illuminated with a soft glow from the streetlights. There are stars, too. Up above, the stars shine, but they are hindered by the city lights. I always liked to imagine that there was a curtain, shading everything from my eyes.

When I look up, the palm trees reach up, seemingly ready to touch the horizon, and I turn to see my parents. There’s a tacky blue couch and my dad with funny hair. He sits, observing me with a patient smile, as I sway unsteadily. My mom sits on her knees, her mouth curved in excitement as I stand on my own.

I don’t remember much else. There was a tan carpet beneath my feet and a toy Barney laying off to the side. I remembered, I never went anywhere without Barney. I faintly remember a shelf to my left, next to the couch, holding all of my parents’ books and a few of my own then, too. I lived in the Philippines, in a great big building called Legaspi Towers, near enough to the beach that you could smell the salt and see the sand.

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important kids to distract them.

But the effects of this situation are not all so bad. I can now “borrow” the clothes my sisters left behind without getting yelled at and can sing in the shower as loud as I please without having someone turn off the lights to make me stop. The attention I secretly craved from my parents when my sisters were their main priorities is finally mine. Without older sisters to influence me as much, I can do what I want to without fearing their judgment and learn to be more independent. Although our lives will not be as closely connected, my sisters and I still undoubtedly share a bond that cannot be duplicated with other people.

A few weeks after my older siblings moved out, I came to understand that it is natural for relationships to change. The years we spent together as children were short but that was what made it so valuable. And as we grow older, we have to be away from our family in order to become our own people. During this time, we do not stop being a family but simply spend our time in different places. I can still communicate with my sisters through pictures of our adorable pets and random gifs found online. They are even a source of inspiration when school is getting to my head, as they show that there is something better after all this, if only I work hard enough for it. This is the end of the era in which we were all kids, yet is simultaneously the exciting start of a whole new era. rinoue@apachepowwow.com

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am and what defines me. I could never decide whether people change or not. In a new light, I realized that people change with their life experiences.

Perhaps memories are the very core of who we are. In that case, at the very center of me is my family and friends. I still rely on my parents to provide a roof over my head and to help me walk, now in a much more metaphorical sense.

I needed Barney the way I need my friends, to support me. Friends have shaped me in a different way that parents never could. I have learned to accept and to be accepted, and to communicate and work with others.

I used to live in the Philippines, and adapting to different surroundings was its own set of challenges. I am not a fan of change, I realize now. I like my routines and schedules. I find comfort in them. Soon, however, I realized that adaptability would become one of my greatest assets. I would need to think for myself and put myself out there. The world around me changes and I will change with it. This is how I grow.

In that memory alone, the world was changing. I was learning and growing, and that was my first taste of life. nnatividad@apachepowwow.com

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FEATURES Cakes Around the World features.pw@gmail.com

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By NATHAN GUO

Staff Writer

The cake is a dessert found across the planet that has its roots in the 13th century. It has evolved from the simple fruitcakes and gingerbread found in northern Europe to layered cakes, mirror cakes, and many, many more. From the common tres leches cake found throughout Mexico to the Chinese mooncake that really isn’t a cake but is still called one; cakes have catered to national flavors and populations. Here are some of the most common and delicious cakes found around the globe: Tiramisu, the pride and joy of Italian bakeries across the world, is a caffeinated, sugary cake whose name literally means “pick me up”. Authentic tiramisu is made with coffee-dipped ladyfingers and plenty of mascarpone cheese whipped with extra eggs and sugar. Modern takes on tiramisu use a sponge cake and coffee liqueur, an alcoholic beverage infused with coffee. Tiramisu can also be flavored in strawberry and pistachio varieties.

In Great Britain, there is one cake to rule them all: the Victoria sponge. Aptly named after Queen Victoria, who was a notorious sweet-tooth, the cake frequently tops the nation’s polls as the best tasting cake. Behind the Victoria sponge’s popularity is a cake with deceptive simplicity. The entire cake is comprised of only two layers of sponge with a raspberry jam filled center and icing sugar sprinkled on the top. Compared to the Italian tiramisu, the Victoria sponge seems pretty easy to make, right? Wrong. The British classic is said to be the ultimate challenge for bakers; a single mistake can destroy both the cake and the charm that comes with its simplicity.

Lapis legit is a truly unique cake originating from Indonesia during the Dutch colonial age, taking inspiration from both European cakes and Asian sweets. As with European layered cakes, the lapis legit stacks sponges on top of one another, with berry and fruit filling between them. However, this is where similarities end. The lapis legit can contain up to 22 compressed layers of sponge, and takes hours to stack the cake layer by layer. The sheer difficulty involved in the creation of this cake makes it a treat usually made only in celebrations and holidays.

The final layer of this list is an American classic: the cheesecake. The cheesecake, or the idea of the cheesecake, originated in ancient Greece, where people ate sweetened lumps of cheese. Centuries later, the Romans had their own version of the cheesecake, baked with bay leaves after being slathered with tons of honey. The modern cheesecake has its genesis in the late 1800s with the discovery of cream cheese, and its popularity rapidly spread from New York to the rest of the U.S. and eventually the world. The cake itself is made with cheese, sugar, eggs, and crushed cookies, with many variations containing fruit and other flavors.

Cake seems to be a universal language in the culinary world. Whether it be from Italy or Indonesia or Mexico, a cake well made is a cake worthy to taste. gyeh@apachepowwow.com Graphic courtesy of PNGIMG.COM and SAY2YOU.TISTORY.COM

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Kindle v.s. Paperback

By GISELLE YEH Staff Writer

Books have been around for as long as we can remember, and are still being used today. As technology continues to advance, iPads are not the only devices to have stepped up their game. On Nov. 19, 2007, Amazon released its first e-reader, the Kindle, for $399. Ever since the Kindle was first released, it introduced a new perspective on reading. The Kindle featured having your own library of books in one flat electronic device with about a six inch screen for reading. From 2007 to 2016, the Kindle has had eight generations and also advanced to the Kindle Fire. After the release of Kindles, many different books gradually started to transition to the Kindle format. This allowed the amount of books available in the Kindle store to increase. However, how do you know the Kindle is the right thing you need for reading?

With these ten reasons, half pros and half cons, you can uncover if the Kindle is the right thing for you. Who knows? Maybe, having 500 pages bound with a cover is the thing for you!

One of the most important and useful features that the Kindle boasts is that it is a library in one device. Having many books in one electronic pad makes it easy to carry. Second, it’s fast and easy with just a click. Instead of finding time to

go into a bookstore, you can easily search, click, and read in just matters of seconds. Third, the Kindle has many useful functions for the reader. The two main features are highlighting and bookmarking. These two note-taking techniques help the reader select and save things that catch their attention. Fourth, not only does it have great note-taking techniques, recent generations have advanced the highlighting and bookmarking to word searching. With this, the Kindle defines words the reader may not know and even helps the reader understand the book. An example of this is if you forget what a certain character is and why they are important, with just a highlight, the Kindle can tell you a small biography of the character. Lastly, the Kindle lets the reader view their book in the tone of newspaper paper. With this, reading in the sun is no problem,because it avoids screen glares.

Though the Kindle may have many cool features, there are also flaws the Kindle has.

First, while the Kindle is able to connect to wifi, it is horrible for research. When I say research, I mean the memory people have when flipping through the pages of a book. An example of this is that when you show a friend a page or part of

a book, you are able to slowly remember how far in that part or page is in the book. However, with a Kindle, it is quite difficult. Second, the Kindle is flimsy. Take it from two experiences, I have broken my Kindle screen by just putting it in my bag and so has my brother. Third, the wifi connection does not have an SD slot. This is a problem for readers who like keeping all their books in one.

Though the Kindle can hold up to 1,500 books, it cannot exceed that range. Fourth, the Kindle relies on a battery. Unlike an actual natural book, it needs electricity to survive. Finally, something about the natural smell, feel, and look of a book interests readers. The originality of holding a book satisfies certain readers. If you are that reader, the Kindle may not be for you.

Overall, the Kindle is an advance device that makes reading easier for many book lovers. However, many people have their preferences. With how long books have been by our side, the Kindle just doesn’t seem right to certain people. Where it’s about money or just preference, people still have the right to decide how they read. Which will you read from? An electronic? Or a paperback? gyeh@apachepowwow.com Graphic courtesy of WORDPRESS.COM

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The Wanderlust of Tiny Houses

By CHRISTY QIU Staff Writer

Imagine living in a house that is onefourth the size of your classroom. Now, imagine achieving your adventurous childhood dreams of living amongst the clouds in a splendid tree house. Finally, imagine yourself accomplishing your lifelong goal of traveling the world by living in a van and being on a constant road trip. Although these lifestyles seem completely impractical and unrealistic, many people across the world live in these tiny houses everyday.

These miniature houses have been popping up around multiple countries as people decide to downsize not only their living space but their lifestyles. While the typical apartment usually has an average square footage that measures to at least 900 square feet and even some single hotel rooms measure up to at least 500 square feet, the typical tiny house is usually less than 300 square feet. This may sound like a complete downgrade, why would someone want to live like a cockroach in a house the size of a closet and perhaps while living in it, increase the possibilities of developing claustrophobia? However, those who changed their lifestyles to live in a tiny house do not consider the mere square footage reduction a sacrifice.

Instead, it is more of a lifestyle makeover, because with today’s innovative and thoughtful designs, many small house homeowners have been opened to a simpler yet fuller life. The simplified lifestyle also allows these homeowners to be more connected with family, friends, and nature while freeing themselves from mortgages and wastefulness.

Architecture has really taken a turn in the past decade ever since the growing popularity

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of the tiny house movement. Less than ten years ago, the average American, inspired by the large houses in pop culture, would have dreamed of living in a great, wondrous mansion instead of a shoebox-sized house.

Who wouldn’t want to live in the Kardashians’ astonishing mansion or Barbie’s ginormous dreamhouse? However, times have

changed, and what used to be a low status decider has become the goals and dreams of many; that is, living in a tiny house.

One viral example, with over 23 million views on Youtube, is the “lego-style[d] apartment [that] transforms into infinite spaces”. This 258 square feet apartment has everything that a typical house has: a bathroom, kitchen, dining room, living room, bedroom, and even an outdoor patio. Located in Barcelona’s hip Born district, this

house is a remodeled pigeon loft. When the house is not occupied, it looks like an empty cubicle, but what’s hidden inside can be opened with the touch of a finger. For example, the kitchen area is covered with an electric, wooden board, and by pressing into the board, it lifts up, revealing a stove, oven, sink, and other kitchen appliances. A nice perk, especially for many lazy people, is that since the house’s width is basically the size of your arm span, you can reach things from where you’re sitting. For example, many people find it annoying to get out of bed to get something after they have just gotten comfortable sitting down. Luckily, in this “lego house,” all you need to do to get a drink or a midnight snack is turn to your right while laying in bed and with click one of the wooden boards, which opens to reveal a full-sized refrigerator. This unique house is sure to blow the minds of many of the owner’s guests.

There are many types of tiny houses, including tiny houses on wheels in the form of RVs and tiny tree houses that serve as many functions as a normal house, and their popularity has become overwhelming. For example “vanlife” has become a popular hashtag on Instagram and many people are joining in on the wanderlust of such a lifestyle. Are you willing to welcome a change in your current lifestyle to live in these multi-functioned, yet minuscule houses? cqiu@apachepowwow.com

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Have you ever wondered how to get more burrito for your buck? Even though a trip to Chipotle can already be magical, here are some useful tips to help you get the most out of your experience.

1. No More Waiting Order online and skip the lengthy line on especially busy days, which will save you precious minutes of your time.

2. Extra Shells Ask for extra tacos or tortillas prior to ordering your burrito bowl to receive additional shells at no further charge!

3. Double Scoops Wait until your server has scooped your first scoop before asking for a double scoop to ensure the food portions aren’t compromised.

4. Free Burritos Receive a free burrito when you buy a $30 gift card, which doubles as an amazing gift for a friend or family member!

5. Free Chips Go to Chipotle before they close (10:00 p.m.) and receive free chips! Let’s be real, who doesn’t want Chipotle’s chips for free?

6. Make your own Guacamole To easily save $1.80, make your own guacamole with Chipotle’s official recipe: 2 ripe avocados 2 teaspoons lime juice 2 tablespoons of chopped cilantro 1/4 cup chopped red onion 1/2 cup chopped jalapeño 1/4 teaspoon salt Combine all the ingredients in a bowl, mash until the consistency is smooth, and it’s ready to serve! With only a couple minutes and six ingredients, make as much guacamole to your heart’s content!

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Chain Stores vs.

Local Stores

By EMILY SCHUBE Staff Writer

Shopping is just a daily activity, but where you shop can affect not only your community, but yourself. In other words, shopping in Arcadia does not necessarily help Arcadia’s economy.

Arcadians are able to keep up with the latest fashion and eating trends because chain stores are nationally enabling everyone who shops at their businesses to buy what the rest of the world is buying. Zara, Forever21, Mimi’s Cafe, Wal-Mart, Target, McDonald’s, and Starbucks are just a few examples of chain stores.

The perks of shopping at chain stores are: the businesses are easier to find, products sold are cheaper, and we are given a wider selection to choose from. Unlike local stores, chain stores can abandon an unprofitable location at anytime, while a local business would have to try and regain stability. Chain stores contribute less to the community and more to their other stores in different regions. Chain stores also take character and individuality from communities. For example, now, Fifth Avenue is known to be the home of Starbucks and The Gap. Saving the money in our wallets does not help the loss of community in our hearts.

Shopping in Arcadia is the best combination for helping your community prosper, while treating yourself to luxuries. Local businesses are located in Arcadia and are unable to be found anywhere else. Some local businesses include Spiceology, Roma Pizzeria, SinBala, Peacock Doughnuts, My Place Convenience Store, Moffett’s Family Restaurant, Chicken Pie Shoppe, Vietnam Kitchen, The Book Rack, Bean Sprouts, Ace Frozen Yogurt, and Vintage Treasures & Antiques. By shopping or eating in local businesses, one can get a personal touch of home, and the money spent at these businesses allows for the money to circulate within the community allowing longer periods of wealth. Also, the owners of the store could know someone from your family or your relatives, creating a more economic and social relationship. There would also be product diversity because products would be based on the needs of local customers, guaranteeing a broader range of product choices. While chain stores have products aimed for national sales, or customers around the world, and they create an increase in gaps between the rich and poor.

Local businesses and chain stores each have their pros and cons, and it is up to you to choose a side. Whether to help your community or home prosper, or choose materials for a cheaper price, at the risk of losing a bonded relationship with your birthplace, the choice is up to you.

7. Double it up!

Ask for both white and brown rice, as well as black and pinto beans for a doubled portion at no extra cost. But wait, there’s more! Order half and half of the meats and you’ll receive more than one full scoop of meat. This hack is especially helpful since it provides lots of variety to your order. rlee@apachepowwow.com

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STUDY

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By WILLIAM WANG Staff Writer It’s hour three, and your stomach growls. You’re deep into a study session that was only supposed to last half an hour. You tell yourself that this is purely man against math. There is no time for food and no space for a drink.

You have to concentrate.

Except your stomach is roaring now, and it’s impossible to ignore. You begin to realize that you haven’t actually retained any information because of how hungry you’ve been. You finally understand studying drains not only the soul but also the stomach.

Ultimately, you surrender to that hunger, you get yourself that snack, you feel the life return to your body, and you go back to studying. Except, this time, you’re actually learning.

While it’s true that a high school education can be incredibly fulfilling, it can never completely replace food and drink. Study sessions are only effective if you have the energy to make use of them. One incredible way of making sure that you’re always at your peak is to snack while studying!

If you’re not sure what some solid study snacks are, we’ve got you covered. These snack ideas, courtesy of The Academic Zine, are simple, healthy, effective, and almost as delicious as your next A! Nuts (my favorite) Yogurt Cheese and Crackers Fruit of any variety Vegetables with hummus If you want to keep your hands free for multitasking, you can also sip on some study smoothies! Here’s one simple recipe from The Academic Zine to start you off.

“The 4.0 GPA” 1 cup orange juice ¾ cup mixed berries 1 cup ice Blend!

So, the next time you’re buckling down for an intense study session, find room next to your stack of textbooks for some awesome study snacks! Good luck Apaches!

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PERFORMING ARTS A Noise Within California’s Home for the Classics

By DONNA SAYPHRARAJ

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World of Dance

By KRISTEN CHAN

Staff Writer

World of Dance (WOD) is an original, growing dance and music entertainment brand that shares its talent with the world. Based in Fullerton, California, it hosted a contest in Universal Citywalk on Sept. 9. Various artists produced their own genuine work to showcase at the free annual competition. Started up in 2008, WOD presents YouTube sensations, industry icons, and thousands of fans gathered in more than 25 countries. Hundreds of artists went to dance from every corner of the world, some already top teams and performers, while others went to prove themselves. WOD strives to change the world through artistry and motion, thus sharing its mission of creative expression.

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Throughout their four years of high school, students are introduced to a multitude of theatre productions in their English classes. While it is common to act out scenes during class, there is nothing quite like experiencing the playwright’s tale through the interpretation of professional actors in a stage setting. Luckily, there is a convenient way for English students to see their in-class readings come to life.

One such place where students are able to immerse themselves in fantastical literary worlds is at A Noise Within Theatre (ANW) in Pasadena. The playhouse has been a beloved establishment since its founding 25 years ago in 1992 by Geoff Elliott, Julia Rodriguez-Elliott, and Art Manke. The company is dedicated to bringing the classics to a local audience, and performs a variety of shows each year. Furthermore, the theatre uses a rotating play schedule so that there is always variety for an audience member; both classical and contemporary, tragic and comedic plays are performed at ANW, in effect truly opening the world of theatre to the viewers.

Located by the Gold Line’s Sierra Madre station, ANW is accessible by train for all those who wish to see a play. Tickets, while not inexpensive, are reasonably priced for students who are able to attend daytime and weekend matinees. The facilities are intimate—a semicircular stage is surrounded by seating for approximately 280 audience members. The layout evokes a closer connection to the plays being performed, and truly allows for an immersive experience.

In the past, ANW has performed plays such as The Importance of Being Earnest by Oscar Wilde and William Shakespeare’s Macbeth. For those in sophomore English, The Importance of Being Earnest is an important—and tear-inducingly comical—part of the curriculum. For seniors in a variety of English classes, Shakespeare’s plays dominate much of the class curriculum; because ANW puts on a production of Shakespeare every year, one can surely learn much by experiencing the mood and atmosphere of Shakespeare’s famous epics. For example, the 2015-2016 repertory season included a production of Romeo and Juliet. Even more than being a beloved story, the play is required reading in freshman English. This year, the theatre returns with a production of Tom Stoppard’s Arcadia. For those in senior AP English Literature, now would be a great chance to witness Stoppard’s masterpiece live, before endless analysis in English class.

Ultimately, then, no matter what literature has been drilled into the minds of students through class, it is always refreshing and enlightening to witness plays in live action. ANW provides an opportunity for all those who desire it to experience both classics and popular contemporary plays in a professional atmosphere.

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WOD featured dancers such as BluPrint, Daniel Jerome, Dytto, Elektro Botx, Ian Eastwood, Jan Voinov, Miniotics, Taylor Pierce, and the Lab. Within the large production, there was a story in each dance and on stage, each had something to express to the audience. It is hard to imagine the journeys those dancers traveled on to reach such high levels of praise. There was such a variety of styles, some molded into stories with song and dance combining, or tailored to pump up the crowd by showing off neat tricks that flowed with the dance. One of the featured dancers is Ian Eastwood. He is a dancer, choreographer, and director. Eastwood danced with Most Wanted Crew, which participated in season seven of America’s Best Dance Crew. Many may have also seen Eastwood in the popular Urban Dance Camp videos on YouTube as well as in his own videos on his channel. At this competition, dancers came to strut their stuff, bringing with them the skill and hard work they have cultivated over years of dedication.

Many of the dancers have lives outside of dance, but still take time out of their busy lives to pursue their dreams, practicing late nights. With WOD, performers are able to freely communicate without discrimination, leaving their dance to speak for themselves.

Already leaving a worldwide impact, I believe WOD will only continue to grow. Its diverse culture of people and expression draws an audience, leaving them with a night to remember. Its tradition of creative expression drives and motivates dancers old and new alike to send a message to the dance community. kchan@apachepowwow.com Photos courtesy of WORLDOFDANCE.COM and YOUTUBE.COM

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Behind the Scenes of Orchestra 3

By FRANCES CHEUNG

Staff Writer

Music plays a big part in student life at AHS, and many students love being a part of the many music organizations that are offered on campus. AHS is home to one of the most prestigious and outstanding high school Orchestra programs, directed by Mr. Tom Forbes and Ms. Pin Chen. Orchestra consists of three parts: Orchestra 1, 2, and 3, each holding a prestigious reputation, having performed and competed everywhere from San Fransisco to San Diego.

Not many high schoolers are given the same opportunities that the Orchestra provides. For instance, every four years, members of Orchestra 2 and 3 are given the chance to travel and perform in Florida. In Florida they have the chance to travel, live together, and even simply enjoy themselves with friends for a week while performing and competing with other orchestras at the same time. However, how do incoming members feel about entering the most advanced and award-winning orchestra, Orchestra 3?

For new member sophomore Jill Chen, transitioning from Orchestra 1 to 3 was hard as she stated, “I was really scared and nervous, since everyone was so talented, and I felt that I wasn’t up to some of their levels in terms of sight-reading and playing. However, it was really great to get to know everyone at Orchestra camp, and it made me feel like Orchestra was really where I belonged.” Many in the program agree that Orchestra can be like a family since you see the members so often and you eventually grow very close and fond of them. With such high prestige comes lots of rehearsals and practices, and on some occasions, they can last as long as three hours at a time. Although there are more struggles and past reputations to live up to, it’s all part of the journey, and eventually it pays off in the end.

Despite being a place to meet new people and friends, it’s also actually a very competitive orchestra, as sophomore Christina Lee stated, “I’m just worried about where I’m going to be seated.” Within the orchestra, musicians go through an auditioning process to determine where they are going to be seated. Essentially the seating determines the skill level and rankings within. For example, first chair violin, or concertmaster, would be considered the most talented violin player.

To share its music and emotions with the audience, the orchestra also holds many concerts that include the Fall String Concert and the Winter Holiday Concert. Compared to Orchestra 1, “I’d say there’s a lot more expectations. When there’s two excerpts or octaves for scales, we always have to pick the harder option. Sight-reading has its own challenges,” explained sophomore Kaelyn Ong. However, she also added that for her as a violist, “it’s more fun [and] we get to share the melody more with the rest of the orchestra.” One of the perks and privileges of being in a more advanced orchestra is definitely being able to play harder songs and more complicated melodies that overall sound better.

Overall, in the end, orchestra gives people the opportunity to not only share their passions for music, but also to “meet new people and make new friends,” as Christina put it. There might be long practices and lots of competition, eventually it’s more about how each musician improves skill-wise and personalitywise. Who knows? Maybe you should consider joining Orchestra. fcheung@apachepowwow.com Graphic courtesy of WORLDARTSME.COM

Live at the Hollywood Bowl

By ASHLEY LEE

You’ve probably heard about concerts located at venues such as the Staples Center, various sports arenas, or at other large facilities, but it’s not often that concerts are held at outdoor domes in the mountains. In fact, right here in our own backyard, the Hollywood Bowl is a must-see attraction. Located in the Hollywood Hills, the Hollywood Bowl is the largest natural outdoor amphitheater in the U.S. It is a well recognized icon all over the world, known for its beautiful architectural design, as well as its location in the famous city of Hollywood.

This place hosts hundreds of musical events each year and is home to the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra and the Los Angeles Philharmonic. Visitors from all over the world come to enjoy pop, rock, jazz, classical, and Broadway music at the dome. If these styles don’t fit your music taste or don’t sound appealing, you will not be disappointed by the other shows the music groups have to offer. Aside from watching performers and listening to what they have to show off, many famous movie soundtracks are also performed the Los Angeles Philharmonic.

What makes it even more impressive is that you’re able to enjoy the film in HD on the Bowl’s big screen, while the audio is performed by the live orchestra. If you’re a Harry Potter or Star Trek fan, the summer season at the Hollywood Bowl has an exciting set planned! Enjoy

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the audio from these movies performed in real time while watching your favorite movie .

July 4 may have passed, but it’s never too late to see more fireworks! Aside from the variety of shows and concerts the Bowl has to offer, a few shows in the summer schedule end the night with a fireworks show. The “Tchaikovsky Spectacular with Fireworks” is a show with Tchaikovsky in concert, and the night is ended with a sensational fireworks show. A night at the dome with sounds echoing through the Hollywood canyons and fireworks beaming from the top of the mountains is truly a remarkable experience.

Many famous artists and groups also perform at the dome, so be on the lookout for the performance schedule and check to see if your favorite artist will be there anytime soon!

The Hollywood Bowl is definitely something you should put on your bucket list. The next time you’re making summer plans, consider spending an evening at the dome, listening to live performances in the Hollywood canyons under the stars! Good seats sell out fast, so stay tuned to the show schedule and plan ahead! alee@apachepowwow.com Photo courtesy of GREATERLASINGLIFE.COM and MUSICCONNECTION.COM

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PARALYMPICS

By JOCELYN HU Staff Writer

This Sept. 8 to 17, the 15th Summer Paralympic Games were held in Rio. The Paralympics are planned by a division of the nonprofit Olympic Committee that is dedicated to encouraging physical activity for those who have a physical disability.

This series of games is similar to the Olympics, but it covers some different sports

PARALYMPIC PRIDE Jennifer Poist makes a play for the U.S. team

and modifies others to make them more accesible to athletes with a wide range of physical disability. Modified sports include activities such as wheelchair rugby, sitting volleyball, wheelchair basketball, goalball, and many more.

Some famous U.S. athletes attending this year include swimmer Dalton Herendeen, David Blair competing in track and field, Jennifer Poist to finish her wheelchair basketball career, Jill Walsh on T2 cycling, and many more. In fact, 22 additional athletes have been added to the 267-member U.S. Paralympics team since the 2012 Games.

This means that the team consists of 289 members and is the largest U.S. delegation in history.

This year’s opening ceremony was very fascinating; it included a little of everything: fun, fireworks, and color. The theme was to “never give up” and to remember that every person has a heart. BBC news covered the Paralympics live for ten days.

Another popular topic about the Paralympics was the Paralympic Mural, which was unveiled at the Paralympic village on Sept. 6. It has messages written on it from all over the world, symbolizing a commitment to a “new world without barriers and limits to human abilities”.

This year’s Paralympics was definitely worth watching because of the many rising athletes, changes, and the hard work the planning committee put in, despite their “uphill battle” with a low budget. It was inspirational and a blast to watch the hard work of many people pay off, especially that of the disabled athletes who continued to stay healthy and strive for their goals.

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Keeping Up With WITH GIRLS XC

By HOLLY LUNG Staff Writer

It’s September and the 2016 cross country season has turned the corner and arrived at the footsteps of over 100 runners at AHS with a strong legacy to uphold. Luckily for the team, it is more than ready to stack up against the tough competition it is sure to face this season.

In preparation for its upcoming races, the Girls Varsity Cross Country team has been training since the end of June, a full two months of relentless and vigorous running. Throughout the summer, they met twice a day to squeeze in an optimal amount of “mileage”, with runners expected to run four to seven miles in the morning plus an additional afternoon session featuring harder speed workouts and longer runs.

Now, even after the intense workouts of the last two months, the team’s taxing practice sessions have far from relented. Still meeting every morning before school at 6:30 a.m. to run four to five miles, and again during 6th period and afterschool to run mileage or speed workouts, these runners are clearly still far off from tapering the intensity of their training.

Although the Girls Varsity Cross Country team was recently ranked 6th in the nation by analysts of the high school sport, the runners are still a ways from accomplishing their ambitious end of season goal of placing 1st at the CIF State Championships. “We have a lot of our top girls injured right now, so it’s really important that we get them healthy before the major races start coming up,”

Team Captain senior Joy Huang explained when asked what the team needs to improve upon. For now, the girls will have to sit out some of the early season races in order to rest and recover.

While the first couple of races may be necessary to get back into the rhythm of racing again, with a season lasting as long as until December, it apppears that these girls have more than enough time to recover and assemble a healthy group of top seven scorers in time for the highly anticipated State Championships.

However, even this early on in the season, these dedicated runners have their sights set on much greater things than merely doing well at the state level. Senior Cindy Huang shared that she wants “to go to the Nike Cross Nationals more than anything!” Her goal of making this prestigious race, which she shares with the rest of the Girls Varsity team, seems not to be too far away as Assistant Coach Kevin Kua is “confident that these girls will make it far this season. They’re technically an older team, with primarily juniors and seniors, so we’re looking at a really experienced and intelligent bunch.”

Despite whatever setbacks the team may be facing this early on in the season, its ambitious training schedule and years of experience will allow it to come out on top. For now, the Girls Varsity Cross Country team appears to be far along on the road to its ambitious goals of Nationals later in the season.

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HOMEGROWN ARCADIAN SUCCESS

By ASHLEY LEE

Staff Writer

Just this last month, the highest-ranking at letes from all over the world gathered in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, to compete in the 2016 Olympic Games. To be given the opportunity to represent one’s country in the world’s biggest sporting event is the greatest dream come true. This lifetime accomplishment was achieved close to home by former AHS Apache Iris Wang.

As a first-time Olympian and member of the 2016 U.S. Olympic team, Wang competed in badminton. Her intense opening match was tightrun against Begium’s Lianne Tan. During her first game, she beat Tan 21-17. However, the second game was neck-to-neck until the very last minute, with Tan pulling out a 22-20 victory. Wang kept her head high in the third game and reinforced her

elite skills which allowed her to win the last game 21-14, defeating Tan 2-1.

Wang defeated Portugal’s Telma Santos 2-1 the next evening. She lost her first game 21-18, but she came back strong in games two and three. NBC Journalist Michael Dietze described that “Wang came out on fire in game two,” defeating Santos 21-10.

The same success trailed on for Wang in game three, closing out with a great win of 21-12.

This win allowed her to advance to her third match in women’s singles.

Having made history as the first Team U.S. badminton player to win two matches, Wang advanced to a third match against Li Xuerui, the reigning gold medalist from China.

Unfortunately, Xuerui cut her short from

continuing her Olympic run. She lost two games in a row, 21-16 and 21-12, putting an end to the match 2-0 and therefore eliminating her from the tournament.

Although Wang did not make it to the podium this year, she completed her Olympic debut with a successful run. She became the first U.S. badminton player to win two matches at the Olympic Games, making that the most matches ever won by any U.S. athlete. Wang was also the only American badminton player to win a match at the 2016 Olympic Games.

Wang stated that she would not have made it all the way to Rio on her own. “I’ve had so much support -- my family, my friends, my coaches. It’s not just me here, it’s everyone,” she expresses. “To be able to play on the biggest stage is something I will never forget.”

Now with experience as an Olympic athlete, Wang will polish her skills in hopes of competing once again, four years from now, in Tokyo, Japan.

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GIRLS VARSITY TENNIS HITTIN’ YOUR WAY

By CHRISTIE WANG

Staff Writer

BAM! That’s the sound of the Girls Varsity Tennis team slamming into yet another great season! Last year, the Girls Varsity Tennis team battled it out and achieved the title of 2015 CIF-SS champions. The team decisively won against Sage Hill High School last year with a practically unheard score of 18­-0, but fell just short of making it all the way to the state semifinals last year. Thanks to that impressive CIF run, the team has moved up to Division I for this season. With such high expectations already set, returning members on the Girls Varsity Tennis team aspire to do just as well in Division I and even surpass their goals.

A new school year usually brings many new members to the team. However, with only two new members on the Varsity team, this year’s group of girls are even closer. Just as sophomore Chloe Barberi said, they are all “after the same goal: to win CIFs for [their] division and to go all the way to state finals, and maybe even win state.” Sophomore Francesca Yao insisted that this season will “surpass [her] expectations with this amazing group of tennis girls.”

Despite the range of ages on the team, all the players are all working together “to help

“is really great and is doing an amazing job with keeping [them] together and in ­shape with conditioning.” The importance of being kept in shape is further emphasized by junior Aubrie Weissbuch, who said that in order to be successful in CIF yet again they “must be stronger, more prepared for the more difficult matches to come, and all at [their] Peak.”

A positive mindset, strong confidence, and a winner’s mentality are superbly important to the success of the tennis team.

Aubrie believes that “if [they’re] all healthy and feeling good about [themselves], they can win CIF again this year!” The team understands the importance of heading into practices with hardworking and positive attitudes in order to bring in great results.

Support from fellow teammates, unity from a common goal, hard work, confidence, and a positive attitude will result in impressive outcomes. So far, the team has been unPRACTICE MAKES PERFECT Sophomores Sunny Ng and Angela Qiu defeated Glendale defeated with a great chance at making CIF. High School with a perfect 18-0 score to continue their current season-long winning streak Come cheer for your Girls Varsity Tenand begin the path to CIF State Championships. nis team at their next home game of the season against Hoover on Sept. 29! Let’s go Apaches! improve one another and make sure [they] are mon goal, conflicts on the team are sure to be all the best players [they] can be.” With the nonexistent! The girls on the Varsity tennis cwang@apachepowwow.com support each team member gives her fellow team are willing to work hard for their high Photo by BRIAN SOONG teammates and the unity brought by a com- goals. Francesca stated that the new coach

RIO 2016 HIGHLIGHTS

By TANYA CHEN

Staff Writer

Every four years the best athletes from more than 200 different countries compete in the biggest sporting event in the world, the Olympics. This year, the Rio Olympics did not disappoint. From Michael Phelps and Usain Bolt’s tearful last competitions, to the crazy scandal involving Ryan Lochte, the Rio Olympics were full of many memorable events. Here are a few highlights that will still be remembered years from now.

The U.S. Women’s Gymnastics team, which consisted of Simone Biles, Laurie Hernandez, Madison Kocian, Aly Raisman, and Gabby Douglas, brought the world to its feet after its stunning win in Rio. Known as the “Final Five,” the hard work and dedication each women put in, earned the team a gold medal in the team all-around. Not only did the U.S. team win, but it swept its competitors away with an 8.209 margin between it and the second place team, Russia. All five women also ended up dominating in their own individual events with team star Biles taking home four additional medals. Overall, the “Final Five” ended up bringing nine medals back for the U.S. in addition to bringing joy to everyone watching its success all over the world.

Meanwhile on the track, Wayde van Niekerk of South Africa made history with the race that shocked the world. On a night that focused entirely on Usain Bolt and his

FINAL FIVE (from left to right) Aly Raisman, Gabby Douglas, Simone Biles, Madison Kocian, and Laurie Hernandez wave to the crowd following their decisive victory. last 100m run, Niekerk managed to claim a spot in history by breaking the 400m record set by Michael Johnson 17 years ago by 0.15 seconds. With two previous Olympic gold medalists competing for the same title, no one had expected first time Olympian, Niekerk,to gain a medal, let alone beat the world record.

Even Niekerk was surprised by his amazing victory, as he revealed that he “never envisioned [he] would set the world record.”

In an act that captured compassion and sportsmanship, two runners sacrificed their chances of medaling to help each other. Early

on in the 5,000m run, Abbey D’Agostino from the U.S. team chose to help New Zealand’s Nikki Hamblin up after a fall that tripped them both. Both women got up and continued the race only to have D’Agostino fall a while later from a badly twisted ankle. Rather than continue and and earn a medal, Hamblin decided to stay by D’Agostino’s side as they waited for a wheelchair. Their acts of compassion have earned both women the prestigious International Fair Play Trophy. When receiving the trophy Hamblin commented, “I am proud that we did what we did and truly believe that you can be

both a competitor [that is] kind and responsive.”

On a lower note, there were many veteran athletes who did not do as well as expected. In tennis, the U.S. team member Serena Williams lost early in the Rio Games against Ukraine’s Elina Svitolina. Williams was seen in tears when she left the court of what might be her last Olympic games. What didn’t help either, was her and her sister, Venus Williams, losing the doubles round against the Czech Republic shortly before her individual round. Meanwhile in the pool, Missy Franklin was expected to stand alongside Katie Ledecky and bring back many medals after setting a world record and bringing back four gold medals from the 2012 London Olympics. However, that was far from the situation in Rio. Franklin came close to last in both of her qualifying races. After her last race at the Games, Franklin said in tears, “The truth is I worked as hard as I possibly could. I did everything I could think of doing, and for some reason I fell more short than I ever have before. I wish so much that there was an explanation for that.”

The Olympic Games are watched, loved, and celebrated by everyone all over the world every four years. All the events that happened at the 2016 Rio Games never be forgotten for ages to come. We can only hope that the 2020 games in Japan will bring as much joy and celebration to athletes and viewers everywhere as the Rio Games did. tchen@apachepowwow.com Photo and graphics courtesy of RIO2016.COM

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SIGN ME UP! JOIN AHS CLUBS

By FRANCES CHEUNG Staff Writer

Clubs play a big part in high school, and they give students the chance to meet a diverse array of people from different age groups, grade levels, and backgrounds, who are all united through their support of the club’s cause. AHS is home to over 60 clubs, so you’ll be sure to find a club that suits you, whether you’re looking to volunteer, discuss certain topics, or just have fun. Furthermore, clubs can also give students the opportunity to become leaders, as many dedicated students enjoy taking on leadership roles and officer positions. They’re also a great way to get involved in our community.

For instance, some clubs do beach clean-ups, while others volunteer at local events. Since the year has just begun, all students now have the opportunity to join any clubs that have caught their interest or to rejoin any old clubs that they previously were a part of.

“Personally, for me, I’m looking forward to rejoining Habitat for Humanity, since I love the idea of making a difference in the world and volunteering to help build homes for the underprivileged,” stated sophomore Jill Chen.

Many other clubs are also volunteer organizations, such as Leo Club and Key Club, where you can go to different events under the organization to serve the community, while at the

same time gaining volunteer hours. Most of these volunteering clubs even give you volunteer hours for just going to their weekly lunch meetings.

For other students, it’s just about hanging out and having fun with friends. “I don’t really have a preference on what I want

to join. As long as I join with [my] friends, I’m okay,” sophomore Candace Chen replied when asked what clubs she was interested in joining.

As mentioned before, club meetings can also serve as a way to meet new people and to get to learn about

their backgrounds. “For me, I love serving as an officer for International Learning Institute, since I get to socialize with immigrants from all over the world and get to know their story,” stated senior Yiling Chen. You might even meet friends who you would have never been acquainted with if you hadn’t signed up for that club.

On the other hand, some students prefer to not join any at all. Of course, joining a club isn’t mandatory, but clubs are a great way to socialize and give students the chance to give back to their community and promote causes they feel passionate about.

There are many benefits to being a part of a club, and with so many on campus, you’re sure to find one that you’ll enjoy being a part of. One way to get familiar with the clubs and to find one that’s right for you, along with seeing what else AHS has to offer, is to go to the annual Clubs Day, which is on Sept. 28 during lunch, in front of S-Building. Clubs will be handing out flyers and giving information on when and where they’ll be meeting, so make sure to go out during lunch and check it out. Overall, it doesn’t matter if you are a part of a club or not.

The main thing is to just have fun and enjoy your time in high school while it lasts! fcheung@apachepowwow.com

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WHERE DID YOU TRAVEL TO OVER THE SUMMER?

By LUKE JIA Staff Writer

Last summer, most of us probably just stayed home and woke up at noon, or went to summer school and SAT prep. Sounds familiar? However, some students at AHS were lucky enough to travel the world.

Junior Sydney Tran went to Vietnam, Thailand, and Hong Kong for three weeks last summer to visit family and for vacation. On her trip, she parasailed, paddled boats into caves, climbed mountains, and rode elephants. The street fairs she went to also revealed to her all kinds of food that she had never seen before. She said that the trip was “one to remember” and encouraged everyone to visit.

Senior Cindy Chang went to Spain, specifically Madrid and Barcelona, with her mother this summer for ten days. During her visit, she went shopping, sightseeing, and visited many art museums. Her favorite place in Spain was the Passieg de Gracia, as it was so stunning that it literally took her breath away. Cindy went on this vacation to help her relax one last time before taking on the struggles of senior year.

Senior Mikey Yang went to Poland this summer with his three brothers for a two week pilgrimage. He spent one week in Warsaw and another in Krakow. During his pilgrimage, he met many new friends that he still keeps in contact with. In Poland, they enjoyed activities, such as singing, dancing, and hiking. Mikey also got to meet and greet the Pope, but could not communicate with him since they don’t speak the same language.

Traveling is always a great experience; it gives us the perspective of people we might never have known. ljia@apachepowwow.com

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With the advent of the new school year comes confusion for both returning AHS students and freshmen. To help, Bradford Yau and Josie Chen share some advice for this school year.

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By BRADFORD YAU Staff Writer

Every year, going back to school brings the same feelings and worries of the past. Students who were so used to their old habits from their previous year have to start over. More stacks of homework multiplying by the day.

Facebook class groups opening left and right. This yearly ritual of first month craze always happens without fail, and sometimes during this time students dig a hole too deep to recover from. However, with a little bit of guidance and changes, school can be kick-started in a positive way!

By JOSIE CHEN Staff Writer

Sometimes, the most basic things can be most beneficial to your success. For example, avoid procrastinating! This might sound like old news, but the truth is that most students still spend most of the night fooling around before even starting homework. In fact, junior Daniel Ho states that he “spends around two to three hours messing around the Internet before starting homework.” Procrastination is very common, affecting most of the students in our school! One tip to limit or stop this bad habit is to slowly trim the habit. If you tend to procrastinate for around three hours at a time, try cutting it to 45-minute intervals. You can nick away at the habit without going completely cold turkey, making it a lot easier to adapt to time without procrastination. Avoiding wasting time is a great step towards surviving high school, and is something in your control!

The hardest part of school tends to be... at school. Going to school is a very intimidating thing to do, especially during the first few weeks of school.

How to get to know everyone and how to act in class, are just a few basic things that students have to gauge during this short time frame. However, taking it slow and steady in the beginning sets up for the classes to be a lot easier as time goes on. During these first couple of weeks, try to talk to and become friends with classmates. Strike a conversation up with people you do not know. Junior Arianna Togelang explained, “Your classmates are going to be the only people who understand exactly what you are going through in each of your classes, so I think it’s pretty important to get to know them!” This is a really good way to bond and talk with people about a similar topic. Arianna suggested, “Ask questions! I find it easy to bond over school assignments, and helping each other is a way to spark a friendship with your classmates.”

It’s important to build a good relationship with not only your peers, but also your teachers. Teachers are important: they provide your education, counsel you on academics, offer advice or different perspectives on life, and are often very interesting people to get to know. Getting to know your teacher will lead to an overall better experience in the class, whereas you might feel disadvantaged if you’re unfamiliar with them. Just establish a good relationship: it goes a long way to making high school a better place for any student. Junior Rose An recommended that students “build a good relationship [with teachers] by always paying attention and visiting them often to get help.” Junior Jeffrey Huang added that students can also stay “in touch outside of school [and discuss] current events and shared hobbies.

Keeping a good relationship can be as simple as just saying hello when you pass them in the hallway.”

Overall, the beginning of the school can be very fun and beneficial if you take advantage of the right things. There are so many hidden opportunities waiting for you—it just takes kicking a few bad habits and stepping out of your comfort zone to unlock them!

High school is a huge excitement for many students, especially freshmen. Many students ascending from eighth grade to ninth grade feel a new sense of maturity because they have many more opportunities. However, now that another school year has started, the freshmen must learn to separate these dreams and expectations from reality and adapt to high school life at AHS. When moving from middle school to high school, facing changes and challenges is inevitable. Students often start high school with a variety of expectations based on previous knowledge and rumors.

“I was very nervous and scared I expected [freshman year] that they were going to give us an to be hectic, confusing, and amount of homework that would stressful, but I also expected be impossible to accomplish,” said getting to know more people freshman Joceline Nguyen. Many and really interacting with freshman initially believed that high my friends through various school is characterized mainly by activities and clubs.” stress, hard work, and test upon test upon test.

—Jenny Namkoong, 9 However, after spending a brief period of time at AHS, many freshmen quickly realized that high school is indeed rigorous, but not so bad after awhile: so far, many of the freshmen have enjoyed their time in high school. Although academics are definitely more challenging, it does not stop them from meeting new people and having a good time.

This transition between middle school and high school can be “The reality is actually pretty jarring for some students. Suddenly, similar [to what I originally they go from being the oldest in the thought]. High school is school to the youngest, which can be stressful, hectic, confusing, difficult to adjust to. Furthermore, and filled with work loads, but all students need to make changes in it isn’t as intense as I thought all aspects of their life: study habits, it would be.” time management, and even non—Jenny Namkoong, 9 academic things like social skills!

It may seem a daunting task, but the freshmen are starting to thrive. “I think I'm doing pretty well in adapting to high school,” Jenny said, adding, “On the first day, I was so lost and my brain was exploding with the instructions from various different teachers. Now I know what different teachers expect from me, and now I know where my classes are.”

Throughout these first few months, the freshmen will need to constantly adapt and learn their way around school. Soon, though, they will become used to their surroundings and use their own skills and knowledge to figure out how to go from class to class and survive each period.

As it turns out, high school is not quite what the freshmen of AHS expected. Although it is challenging and stressful, it gets better with time as students adapt to this rigorous environment. To all the freshman out there: welcome to AHS! Enjoy high school while you can, and good luck!

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By SANDI KHINE Staff Writer

Breaks— everyone loves taking them! Sometimes, however, they end up lasting hours, and barely any work gets done. However, it has been scientifically proven that breaks are not only something good, but also beneficial to your work habits and brain as well! Now that taking breaks are something that everyone should embrace doing, we need to make sure that we take breaks effectively and correctly in order to get the maximum benefit from them. Here are four excellent ways to take better breaks: The best way to take breaks is to step away from the screen. Often, we are hunched with our eyes glued to our laptop screens, but it is important to walk away. Taking a short, five to ten minute stroll with help you tremendously. A walk will help you get your blood flowing again and clear your mind, as well as relieving stress and fatigue.

One interesting method of taking breaks is to work in 90 minute bursts, and then take a break. Working in these shorter bursts is far more effective and productive than working for hours on end, and increases alertness.

A popular method of taking breaks is napping! Napping is often done by tired AP students, but there is a specific way to nap in order to maximize the benefits from napping. Napping helps improve learning and memory, increases creativity, productivity, and alertness, among several other benefits. A good way to nap is to nap for just half an hour, which will help you get back some sleep. However, if you have some more time, go ahead and take a longer nap, up to an hour and a half. It will improve your mind and cognitive abilities even more!

The final way to take better breaks implements something that has been quite popular recently: mindfulness.

The most effective breaks involve calming the mind and bringing peace to your body and soul using methods like deep breathing, meditation, or even yoga. This is particularly useful for relieving stress. Mindfulness has larger long-term effects, but the differences in your work habits will definitely be seen.

Breaks are indeed useful, but maximizing their benefits is the hard part. Thankfully, though, this article has highlighted the four ways that you can effectively take breaksSo even if you’re a super busy AP and Honors student, do take the time to use these tips and take breaks so that you can go BREAK all your goals! skhine@apachepowwow.

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By FRANCES CHEUNG Staff Writer

We’ve all had times when we’re running late, procrastinating on deadlines, and trying to finish an assignment that can’t be finished in the given amount of time. In the end, you either stay up finishing what should’ve been done hours or even days ago, or you’ve finished but the completed product isn’t of the high quality that you expected. Nobody can buy time, but what everybody can do is plan a schedule. It might sound ineffective and pointless, but surprisingly just taking five minutes out of your day to plan a schedule can later save you hours. Most people don’t use agendas to plan out their day because they’re usually too lazy to plan, they believe schedules don’t work or they have tried planning one but it wasn’t practical enough to work. However, a schedule will not only save you time, but will also make you a more responsible person.

The likelihood of missing deadlines decreases g r e a t l y, and if planned correctly, a

schedule can be one of the most effective tools to getting productive and organized. Interested?

Here are some tips to help!

1. A to-do List is a must.

A to-do list is essential for planning out a schedule, because it will lay out all the tasks that need to be done to assure that they will be met. Along with that, having a complete list of the assignments needed to be done allows you to easily incorporate them into your schedule, so that eventually you’ll finish them on time.

2. Be reasonable with what you can get done and what you can’t.

One of the biggest mistakes people make is that they think they can get more done than what is realistic. In the end, they try cramming all these tasks in a small amount of time. When they realize those tasks take longer to finish than what they had planned, most give up on using a schedule. Always be realistic and be practical with what you want done in your given period of time.

3. Always give yourself enough breaks.

Most people forget that it’s hard to go hours without end trying to complete something. When you forget to add breaks to your schedule, you end up taking random unplanned ones that’ll sometimes never end. We’ve all been in a situation where we decide to watch one short video as a break and it turns into hours of cat videos. If you just plan breaks into your agenda from the start, you’d be more strict with

yourself on how long you can rest.

4. Complete tasks in order of highest priority to least.

It sounds like the obvious thing to do, but you’d be surprised by how many people complete their least important task first. Usually, people do this because their most urgent task seems time consuming and boring, but eventually, sooner or later you’re going to have to finish the assignment anyways.

Therefore, you might as well do your most prioritized task first.

5. Always plan daily or weekly until it becomes a habit.

Scheduling is a great habit to have to keep you productive, responsible and organized. It will not only help you meet deadlines, and allow yourself to have more free time, but it will also help you know your material better for tests, as you no longer have to cram the night before.

According to studies, it takes a minimum of 21 days for something to become a routine. So give it a shot. Make weekly or daily schedules for 21 days and see if you improve.

If you’re lacking sleep and have deadline upon deadline piling higher and higher, give these tips a go. You’ll quickly see more productivity while giving yourself more time to relax as well. Happy scheduling! fcheung@apachepowwow.com Graphic by BLUBIRDDRIVING.CA

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Distractions and Homework

By KAYLI MAK Staff Writer

Mathematics is the abstract science of number, quantity, and space. Or, at the moment, the bane of your existence. There are so many numbers and symbols. Do words even belong in math? Unfortunately, those thoughts seem to be your only focus, despite the fact that your homework is begging to be completed. It’s not your fault that you’re spacing out. Your workload is rapidly piling up, and all you want to do is take a long nap.

The kid sitting next to you has an infuriating habit of chewing with his mouth open, and there is an abnormally large fly buzzing around your head.

We can interpret this infernal insect as a representation of all the things that could go wrong during an attempt to complete your work. In order to fulfill these school requirements, you must snatch this fly with chopsticks and crush it. Or, if you’d prefer to look at the entire picture without the fly guts, these distractions must be eliminated.

How exactly does one finish one’s homework under such irritating circumstances? That is a good question. Every case is different. Let’s say your problem is that you haven’t slept in a while, and you keep falling asleep while writing. Sure, you could take a catnap, but that would be a form of procrastination, and procrastination is not a friend when you have a deadline. If your assignment is a fairly short one, coffee, tea, or a sweet drink can provide a short energy burst that is roughly the right amount for you to finish up and pass out afterwards.

If you plan on pulling an all-nighter, I am a fan of the shock-yourself-awake method.

For example, when you find yourself falling asleep, stick an ice cube or an ice pack down the back of your shirt. At the end of the day, your shirt is going to be very wet, but at least you’ll have finished the last bit of the devil’s work.

Maybe your problem isn’t a lack of sleep. If you’re sensitive to noises, like many people are, the clicking of the pen next to you probably isn’t helping your concentration deficiency. There is a good solution to this. Slap on a pair of headphones and listen to some white noise. White noise is noise containing many frequencies with equal intensities. It helps to mask annoying sounds. This is normally used for helping people get to sleep, but if your problem isn’t exhaustion, this probably won’t affect you.

If your distraction is visual stimulus, I believe the only option would be to turn off whatever technology is drawing your attention. However, if your eyes are attracted to something other than technology (which, in this day and age, is shocking), I would suggest moving to another room or area.

Distractions are obnoxious, but they are a part of everyday life, and in order to become one with our homework, we must accept them. kmak@apachepowwow.com

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By GISELLE YEH

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Every student has his or her grades to keep up. How efficiently you are able to bond with others in class not only influences your grades, but is also an asset that you will need for the future. Just what, exactly, is your first thought when the teacher introduces a 100-point group project due in a mere ten days? Are you the excited student who looks around the classroom for your friends? Or are you the one who groans in dismay at the word “group”? Group projects have their own ups and downs, depending on the assignment and the people you are working with. Even though group projects are usually designed to help students feel the experience of working with other people, there are many problems that can cause students to despise it.

One issue many students may initially face in a group project is the people you are paired with. When working solo, you are consciously aware of your own limits— what you can do, and what you can’t do. However, in a group, you may be put with people who you have never even noticed before. This is a prominent disadvantage— not only to you, but to everyone else. Senior Keri Fang has stated that she doesn’t “like group projects because not everyone does the same amount of work, and sometimes they don’t present as well.” In order to solve this problem, it might be best to have one person take the lead. By doing so, that person can organize and divide the work to help make everyone’s parts go smoother and quicker. Although dividing the work may sound like nothing much, there will most likely be that one person who claims that he or she doesn’t understand anything. To solve this, give the student the advice they need instead of putting it off, or switch the roles of the group around to ensure ease for said student. Remember, the quality of everyone’s work is what makes or breaks everyone’s final grades on the project. If one person goes down, everyone else is likely to be dragged along.

Although group projects are likely to be a stressful event for everyone, there can also be some gains to find in them. Working in a group can help

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you improve your communication skills, and help you get your ideas across more efficiently. Who knows? Maybe you’ll be able to make more friends after a single project! Students can also benefit greatly from group projects by grasping a deeper understanding of the subject through extensive discussion and explanations with their peers, and will likely help you on your path to the future. So the next time you’re paired with five other strangers in your Biology class, try smiling instead of wincing! Working in a group is just one more step to help you improve as both a student and a person, so give it your best shot.

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By CHRISTIE QIU Staff Writer

Sometimes, school can take up more time than we think. An example of victims to this nonstop learning and testing process are doctors, who do not become independent physicians until they are in their early thirties. Therefore, a mere two-year head start on college education can make a major difference for some people.

Going to college early can serve as a blessing to the ambitious, mature students who are in for long years of education. This past summer, one of my closest friends made the difficult decision to end her high school career prematurely as a sophomore and start college the next school year as a freshman

in college. Of course, she was noticeably more mature than the typical high school sophomore. Additionally, her goals were clear, and she was determined to achieve them.

Even though she had just become an officer in one of the clubs on campus, a writer for the school newspaper and a photojournalism intern, she was willing to give up these opportunities to start a new chapter in her life in a new campus with different, older schoolmates.

Although there is the pro of being ahead, there are also many cons. This friend of mine has chosen to skip out on events such as bonding with friends daily, bonding with classmates over the difficulty of AP and honors classes, and attending the wonderful end-of-schoolyear gathering limited to only upperclassmen known

as Prom. Moreover, by attending a different school from all your friends and not seeing them at least five times a week, relationships are bound to drift apart. Is achieving your dream earlier more important than gaining these essential memories and savoring relationships with friends?

One important downside is that the age gap between college headstarters and regular college students can prevent the younger students from being able to fully participate in campus life and pursue vibrant friendships with college students.

Although this can be seen as something negative, it can alternatively increase a desire to become more independent. cqiu@apachepowwow.com Graphics courtesy of ANDREA LIU

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By LUKE JIA

Staff Writer

Heaven on earth. That’s the first thing that comes to mind whenever I think of Salju Dessert. Salju Dessert is a quality shaved snow dessert place located in the heart of the 626. It has been around for quite a while now, but people have only recently discovered this hidden gem. Ever since I’ve found out about this place, I have been coming here at least twice a week with my friends.

S a l j u ’s popularity has definitely blown up this summer, as record breaking temperatures have attracted people to cold desserts.

Parking is quite limited, so you sometimes have to park on the streets. The store itself is quite small, but almost always packed.

There is always a pleasant smell of freshly made crepes which greatly adds to the dessert atmosphere. After the very first breath I inhaled, I knew I wanted the food here. Al-

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though it’s somewhat overpriced compared to other shaved snow store, the extra money spent is definitely worth it.

They offer a small, with two toppings, or a medium, with three toppings. You can then top it with as much condensed milk as you want. There are plenty of flavors to choose from, such as original, green tea, lychee, winter melon, and mango.

My personal favorite is the original since it’s just the right amount of sweetness and flavor. They also offer a variety of toppings, such as chewy mochi, rice balls, and all kinds of fruits.

Right as you put the first scoop into your mouth, you will realize how good Salju is. It literally feels as if you’re stuffing a yummy cloud into your mouth! The shaved snow instantly melts, giving one a refreshing feeling.

Besides shaved snow, Salju also offers crepes and drinks. I haven’t tried either of those yet, but I will definitely be going back to do so soon.

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By KAYLI TEMPLE

Staff Writer

Justice has a bad side in the recent hit thriller Suicide Squad, covering the story of a ragtag group of villains working together (against their will) and essentially acting as ‘the Good Guys’.

Paired with non-stop action scenes and some of the most heart-wrenching origin stories imaginable, one could only imagine how this ‘rehabilitation exercise’ pans out. Worst. Heroes.

Ever.

Having been hyped up for the past couple of months over the release of the movie, I have seen my fair share of leaks and cast interviews with the members of DC, a comic book company that is essentially Marvel’s raunchy cousin, and my hopes for the upcoming movie were set very high.

Especially after the release of Batman vs.

Superman: Dawn of Justice, I wanted DC to redeem itself and provide a plot that was anything other than the

By ALYSSA RAVE

September 2016

Staff Writer

School is now in full swing, which means another whole school year until next summer. Thankfully, various people have taken it upon themselves to use their break for finding yummy food hacks we can perform at any time to keep the summer break vibe with us. Among these mouth-watering recipes hidden within the Internet, a quick and decadent recipe for s'mores has been modified for max deliciousness. Whether you choose to add ingredients such as cinnamon or peanut butter to these tasty instructions, this savory s'mores dip will leave you in heaven.

Ingredients: - 1 pound of Hershey's Caramel Kisses - 1 to 2 boxes of honey graham crackers - 1 bag of Kraft Jet-Puffed Jumbo Marshmallows Materials: -1 skillet or pan -Non-stick spray Instructions: 1) Preheat oven to 350°F. 2) Spray the skillet with a light layer of non-stick spray.

3) Fill the bottom of the pan with the Hershey's Caramel Kisses.

4) Place Jumbo Marshmallows evenly across the top of the Kisses. Be sure all marshmallows are evenly spaced out.

5) Set skillet the oven for about 15 minutes, or until the marshmallows have softened and browned.

6) Remove pan from oven and allow to cool.

7) Scoop s’mores concoction using graham crackers, and revel in exquisite flavors! arave@apachepowwow.com

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“Sharknado of Super Heroes”. I’d have to say that Suicide Squad colored me impressed, especially Harley’s wicked eyeshadow.

The basic plotline of the movie follows major—but not yet explored— DC villains such as Deadshot, Harley Quinn, Boomerang, Killer Croc, Slipknot, Enchantress, and Diablo, among the redemption-seeking Katana, who are assigned by Amanda Waller (How to Get Away With Murder’s Viola Davis) to become the Suicide Squad. Its goal: wiping out the existence of life-threatening forces, or die trying. At first, the members were more than hesitant to be involved in such a ‘goody-two-shoes’ task, but they soon came to love each other after fighting side by side to protect their city, but mainly due to a few rounds of drinks, and some mentioned years off a life sentence.

The film is full of many twists and turns that hadn’t necessarily surprised me for a hero flick aiming towards a targeted audience, mainly teens to young adults. This was mostly be-

cause Marvel did it before, and they did it better in some ways, undoubtedly because of the solo movies given to many of their best characters. Of course, DC has yet to prove much in this category, but nonetheless, the film proved to be a bumpy ride full of Deadpool-esque humor and gutwrenching moments that made me sob hot, bitter tears. Especially with the unhealthy romanticization of the relationship shared between Joker and Harley Quinn, and yes, the Joker was present throughout two minutes of the movie and served as a jealous ex-boyfriend for the entirety of those moments.

In short, Suicide Squad is definitely a movie worth hitting up and really lives up to its expectations. Although the character development and heart-to-heart interactions between the characters were lacking, the humor, fights, unicorns, and explosions made up for it. In squad we trust. Good night. ktemple@apachepowwow.com

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By NICOLE SOONG

Staff Writer

Most people choose to have a cup of coffee to boost up their mornings, but do you know why coffee has become the first thing you think of when you have a zombie-like morning? It is because people were convinced to drink coffee instead of tea in 1773, during the Boston Tea Party, but the popularity of coffee has skyrocketed since the late 1800s, which inspired the first opening of Starbucks in Seattle in 1971. Not only that, coffee has continued to expand among the states and even the WORLD! Who do you think will be the most objective about the ¨Best of Starbucks?” Students? Coffeeaddicts? Or the people who actually make the coffee? Here are the five top five drinks chosen by Starbucks Baristas. Let’s see if any of them are your favorite!

Starbucks Doubleshot on Ice: If you want to start your day in a brighter way, the iced doubleshot is perfect for you, because it contains twice as many espresso shots as the a regular espresso.

This is the only hand-shaked espresso drink that Starbucks serves.

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Iced White Chocolate Mocha: If you are not a coffee person, the iced white chocolate mocha is the best fit for you, because it is the perfect mixture where espresso mixes with white chocolate sauce, milk, and ice, which is not too heavy for your senses.

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Cold Brew Coffee: If you don’t want to get too complicated and just want to enjoy a classic espresso, the cold brew coffee is the best, because it is as simple as it’s due to its simplicity. However, the process of making one is not so simple; it is handcrafted for 20

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hours to generate the smooth texture that you will certainly enjoy.

Iced Americano: This refreshment is especially popular in Korea. If the regular espresso is too intense for you, then the Iced Americano is the perfect drink for you. It is an espresso drink diluted with water and poured over ice.

Iced Caramel Macchiato: If you like to balance the bitter taste of espresso with the sweetness of caramel, then this is the ideal drink for you. It is an espresso with vanilla-flavored syrup, milk, and ice.

If you don’t care for the bittersweet taste of the espresso, you can always personalize your drink in numerous ways. For instance, you can try adding coconut milk into your doubleshot or try adding vanilla-syrup into your cold brew coffee, according to your favored prefences. You can also ask for the baristas’ opinion if you can’t figure out what you want to try for the day. Here is a simple explanation of the top five drinks selected by Starbucks baristas. I hope you will enjoy your next Starbucks purchase!

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NATIONAL COMIC BOOK DAY

By WILLIAM WANG Staff Writer Where are our dreams located? some think they are found in our sleep, but actually they are in collages of heroes and villains, of Metropolis and Gotham, with superpowers that stretch beyond reality. They lie in panels that encapsulate emotion and the abstract, that tell a story with colors and lines as intensively as with words. The true testament to man’s limitless capacity to wonder, to invent, and to dream is the comic book.

National Comic Book Day, held on Sep. 25, reminds us that it’s ok to take a break from reality. So, take a moment to concentrate all of your ability to dream, to imagine, and to wonder.

What would you have?

“I would want teleportation to avoid all the traffic in the morning!”

—Sydney Chang, 9

“Power to control time so I can procrastinate more.”

—Michael Yang, 12

“I’d I want healing powers to help heal the negativity in this world” —Alvin Tran, 10

“The power to grant my own wishes because it would be much easier to follow my dreams, do what I want, and have the life I always wanted” —Jennifer Wang, 11 Graphics courtesy of IMAGES.TEMPLATE.NET Photos by ELLIE LEE