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Autism is a lot more complicated than many expect. Symptoms vary because each autistic person’s brain is different, and thus, it is measured on a spectrum instead of a linear scale.
What You Need to Know About Your Peers with Autism
Lisa Pan, Graphics Editor • August 30, 2024

I remember the day my autistic brother ran out of our house when my parents and I were away. It was his first time being home alone and he had wandered off into one of our neighbors’ backyards. He had the police called on him and my parents dropped...

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TikTok's parent company, ByteDance, was founded by Chinese entrepreneurs—subjecting it to Chinese government laws.
Tick Tock, TikTok
Yina Shate, Content Editor • August 30, 2024

In the 21st century, humankind still lacks cures to life-threatening diseases, but doesn’t by any means lack social media platforms. From Instagram to Threads and X to Snapchat, the choices flood internet users. Yet, something special about TikTok captivates...

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The Supreme Court case that decided presidential immunity, titled Trump v. United States, originated in a District Court when Trump moved to dismiss four criminal indictments regarding his alleged attempts to subvert the 2020 presidential election on January 6, 2021.
July 1, 2024: The Day Democracy Died
Ben Brown, Editor-in-Chief • August 29, 2024

On a hot July day 248 years ago, 56 delegates declared the United States of America an independent nation, uniting the 13 colonies in a commitment to liberty, justice, and peace. But this July, the six conservative justices of the Supreme Court turned...

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MEDIA
Chris Harrington Hits Pause on Retirement to Join Bishop’s English Department
Chris Harrington Hits Pause on Retirement to Join Bishop’s English Department
Stevie Turquand, Staff Writer • September 30, 2024

  After 32 years of teaching at Francis Parker, Mr. Chris Harrington, a former San Diego Union-Tribune writer turned English teacher, left retirement to teach as a one semester English teacher at Bishop’s.   Q: What made you want...

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Mr. Juan Vidal Adds to Bishop’s Math Department
Mr. Juan Vidal Adds to Bishop’s Math Department
Anna Yang, Content Editor • September 30, 2024

Mr. Juan Vidal, a food enthusiast and California native, sits in Wheeler Bailey every day after school to help out his students. Though his desk is tucked away in the back corner of the building, he welcomes everyone with a smile. In his first year at...

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Alumni Philanthropy Officer Mr. Marty Farrell was gravitated towards Bishop’s because of its community, he believes. “I think what really stood out to me about Bishops was the sense of community here. It really feels like a place where everybody has a place, everybody belongs, and people — between students, staff, and faculty — go out of their way to make everyone feel like they belong,” he said.
New Alumni Philanthropy Officer Marty Farrell Gives His All for Bishops
Ben Brown, Editor-in-Chief • September 29, 2024

What comes to mind when picturing an Alumni Philanthropy Officer? Probably not an advocate for the homeless, environmental law research scholar, or outdoors enthusiast, right? But Mr. Marty Farrell, Bishop’s new Alumni Philanthropy Officer, is all these...

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With the multitude of streaming services now available, it can be difficult to find someone who owns the same ones and watches the same shows on them.
Scarcer Cultural Connectivity?
Lucy Marek, Lead Content Editor • August 25, 2024

Chances are you recognize the names Monica, Chandler, Joey, Phoebe, Rachel, and Ross from Friends, but have you heard of Janine Teagues from Abbott Elementary? You might know of Homer, Marge, Lisa, and Bart Simpson, but have you seen an episode of The...

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Philosophy in the Dune book series is heavily based on Islam, and the movie Dune: Part Two depicts clothing and rituals similar to Islamic tradition in many scenes.
Dune Part 2: Sand, Spectacle, and Society
Isadora Blatt, Editor-in-Chief • May 20, 2024

Frank Herbert’s written work is sprawling and complex. So much so that New York Times critic Manohla Dargis described it as “a great juicy slab of a book, a meticulously detailed and enjoyably engrossing fantasy about belief and doubt, survival and...

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During the Passover Seder, Jewish families remove a drop of wine from their wine cups ten times to represent the ten plagues that Pharoah placed on Egypt to free the Jews from slavery.
Bishop’s Guided Seder: Reflections on the Israel-Gaza War and Hopes for Next Year in Peace
Sydney Chan, Editor-in-Chief • May 11, 2024

“When evil darkens our world, give us light. When ideals fade, renew our vision. When we lose our way, be our Guide. That we may find peace in Your presence, and purpose is doing your will,” opened the Reverend Nicole Simopolous-Pigato, quoting a...

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OUR PICKS
The Boys’ Varsity Football Team huddled up to discuss their next play.
Cultivating a Culture: How the Knights’ Fall at Battle for Pearl Street Is Part of Something Greater
Summer Hu, Yina Shate, Isaiah Garcia, and Coco Kuehn September 2, 2024

The Friday night lights shined brightly in Gene Edwards Stadium, as the Bishop’s School Knights and La Jolla High School Vikings faced off in the annual Battle for Pearl Street on September 23, 2024. Building on years of tradition, the game challenged...

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Team players Rebecca Liu (‘26), Avery Peckham (‘28), Angela An (‘27), Kasia Zwierzykowski (‘27), Sierra Lever (‘25), and Myah Koster (‘27) celebrated every point they gained with triumphant cheers. After each round, they gathered in the middle to center themselves before the next game.
‘Set This Place on Fi-yah!’: The Bishop’s Varsity Girls’ Volleyball Season’s Intense Kickoff
Lisa Pan, Maggie Hu, Ivy Yang, and Michelle Wang September 2, 2024

“And…BOOM!” Dungeon members cheered as the Bishop’s Varsity Girls’ Volleyball Team slammed the ball over the net and it smacked the gym floor. On Wednesday, August 21, the Varsity Girls’ Volleyball Team played their opening home game against...

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Chicago Sky player Diamond DeShields fouled Indiana Fever standout rookie Caitlin Clark in the Fever's 100-81 win against the Sky on Friday, August 30th, generating much outrage from Clark fans online.
The Hating Game
Summer Hu, Editor-in-Chief • September 2, 2024

It’s the last few minutes of the third quarter in a heated match between the Chicago Sky and Indiana Fever. Fans hold their breaths as the Fever takes out the ball. Suddenly, Fever star rookie Caitlin Clark is sent tumbling to the ground by Sky guard...

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The Two-Knights Show (Season 1, EP. 3)
Summer Hu and Ben Brown November 3, 2023

View the third episode of The Tower's first-ever broadcast show. NOTE: This episode was released in 2022

The Two-Knights Show (Season 1, EP. 2)
Summer Hu and Ben Brown November 3, 2023

View the second episode of The Tower's first-ever broadcast show. NOTE: This episode was released in 2022

The Two-Knights Show (Season 1, EP. 1)
Summer Hu and Ben Brown November 3, 2023

View the first episode of The Tower's first-ever broadcast show. NOTE: This episode was released in 2022

International Mother Language Day 2024 Video
Eliana Leff ('26), Guest Writer • March 11, 2024

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The Three Little Pigs and the Wolf
Haolin Luo, Guest Writer • May 25, 2023

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Stand Your Ground Laws: What You Need to Know
Seth Pintar, Guest Writer • May 10, 2023

As many of you have heard, the United States is facing the tragic reality of gun violence. However, it wasn’t just one incident of gun violence that shocked us; it was multiple incidences of people dying of gun violence. These incidents include the...

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fly high
Kayley Xu, Guest Writer • May 7, 2023

“Icarus, flying high because of his youthful recklessness, fell into the sea because the wax that fastened the feathers together melted from the sun.” (Daedalus, Siculus)    Perhaps the story of Icarus  should not dissuade us from  flying...

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The Premium Bosom Boiled in Various Herbs (upper right hand corner) from Yuk Dae Jang is everything you could ever want in a dish — the pork is tender, the lettuce wrap gives it a nice crunch, and the seasoned spicy radish and pickled sour plums take it to another level. The Prime Beef Bulgogi with Glass Noodle (upper left) is a classic and is a great option for those who want something delicious and reliable.
Sydney's Suggestions: (Kinda) New Kids on the Block
Sydney Chan, Editor-in-Chief • June 1, 2024

San Diego has grown to be quite the food hub over the past few years — restaurants continue to get creative with their dishes, there’s an abundance of new spots in Kearney Mesa, and quick takeout places keep popping up. So for this second-to-last...

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This Manhattan food truck is home to one of the best street eats on the planet — a combo platter with some crispy fries from The Halal Guys. The perfect midnight meal, it’s satisfying, fresh, and insanely flavorful. It’s what food-cravings are made of. Although this is a photo from their original location on W. 53rd in NYC, The Halal Guys has seriously expanded their franchise, including a couple locations in Irvine, CA.
Sydney's Suggestions: SoCal All-Stars
Sydney Chan, Editor-in-Chief • May 9, 2024

It’s finally here. The moment none of us have been waiting for — the last edition of Syd’s Suggestions. Over these past two years, together, we’ve discovered the best food in just about every category, right here, in sunny San Diego. Tacos, croissants,...

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These are my absolute favorite steamed buns from Sunny Dumpling House — chive and egg. They are literal perfection packed into a fluffy cloud. To dip, I have vinegar with a sprinkle of sugar, sesame oil, a drop of soy sauce, and a ton of chili oil. Bliss.
Sydney's Suggestions: Best Dumpling Houses in San Diego
Sydney Chan, Editor-in-Chief • March 6, 2024

Dumplings are arguably one of the food groups that people all across the globe associate the most with Chinese cuisine. Enjoy these recommendations for when your next dumpling craving rushes over, but you don’t have time to wait three hours outside...

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On February 28, 2024, the first episode of the 46th season of "Survivor" will be released on CBS.
Tuning In to Season 2: Returning TV Shows in 2024
Lucy Marek, Lead Content Editor • February 9, 2024

From sitcoms to psychological thrillers to reality TV, 2024 will bring us plenty more of the shows we’ve come to love. But with so many options these days, it can be hard to know where to start — here are five great shows to look forward to in the...

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