Volume 115 Issue 9

Arts and Entertainment

Play-Asia #2: Winter Tunes

Three song recommendations from a variety of Asian artists to create warmth in this winter season.

Features

Stuyvesant Succeeds at SCUDEM!

Learn more about the SCUDEM mathematics competition, where two Stuy teams won meritorious designations!

Humor

Trudeau Resigns: Nothing Ever Happens

With Justin Trudeau’s resignation, many seem to expect radical change, yet they ignore the simple truth of Canada’s existence: “Nothing Ever Happens.”

Features

Early Decision, Emotional Ride

Stuyvesant seniors receiving their early decisions back has resulted in a mixture of responses

Arts and Entertainment

A Window Into the Top Film and Television of 2024

Ultimately, many of the films and some of the television of 2024 felt like mostly setup and a break before the packed 2025.

Opinions

A Schmearful Goodbye

Absolute Bagels was an iconic part of New York City’s culinary identity.

Arts and Entertainment

KidSuper’s Colmdinho, Art, Legacy, and the Cost of Success

With ventures like the Colmdihno collection, KidSuper risks diluting its original spirit, veering towards a market-driven approach instead of the brand’s conventional method of creating stunning artwork.

News

The Price Point

The Price Point is a series written by News Editors Brendan Tan and Seth Fenton, covering recent economic events and providing Stuyvesant students with an easy understanding of critical economics concepts that affect our day-to-day lives.

Arts and Entertainment

Not Defying Gravity

While the new release features a beloved storyline and an appealing whimsy, its ridiculous runtime and diversion from source material hurt its overall potential.

Opinions

Unseen Tragedies, How the Media Portrays Disasters

The media underrepresents natural disasters that happen in disenfranchised and marginalized locations, prioritizing coverage of disasters in more affluent areas.

Arts and Entertainment

Squid Game’s Lackluster Return

Nearly four years after the release of season one, Netflix returns with an attempt to recapture the phenomenon that was Squid Game.

Sports

Pirates, Milkshakes, and Freestyle Sprints

Meet Liam Mac Colla—a swimmer on the Pirates, Stuyvesant’s varsity swim team!

Science

Robots….Made of Frog Cells?

Xenobots are living, programmable nanobots made from cells of the African clawed frog through blending robotics and biology and have the potential to revolutionize fields such as medicine and environmental science through how customizable they are and their unique properties.

Sports

A New League for the Best of the Best

Unrivaled, a new 3x3 women’s basketball league, is preparing for its inaugural season; it hopes to change and elevate the world of women’s sports.

Sports

Give Josh Allen His MVP

Give Josh Allen his MVP!!!!!

Sports

The Crooks at Arrowhead

The Kansas City Chiefs are the most fraudulent team football has ever seen.

Arts and Entertainment

A Renaissance Man: Jimmy Carter in the Arts

Jimmy Carter was a writer, painter, poet, and tireless supporter of the arts; here’s how he impacted the world of art we live in today.

Opinions

Yoon Suk Yeol: South Korea’s Greatest Modern-Day Supervillain

South Korea’s impeached and arrested president Yoon Suk Yeol might be responsible for the greatest socioeconomic damage done to the nation in recent history, making him a common enemy of the citizens of Korea.

Opinions

Closing Comments 2025

Closing Comments for editorial board members from the class of 2025.

Arts and Entertainment

Chopin it Up

Introducing and reviewing the 11th National Chopin Competition

Arts and Entertainment

Sonic 3: A Movie for Superfans and Casual Viewers Alike

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is by no means a perfect movie, but it’s certainly entertaining to anyone no matter how much of a fan they are of the Sonic games.

Opinions

Democracy Starts Here: The Power of Local Politics

When national politics feel overwhelming, engaging in local politics—particularly in New York City's upcoming mayoral race—offers a more direct way to impact your community.

Opinions

Unseen Tragedies, How the Media Portrays Disasters

The media underrepresents natural disasters that happen in disenfranchised and marginalized locations, prioritizing coverage of disasters in more affluent areas.

Opinions

Mr. Beast’s Dystopian Games

Mr. Beast’s new game show titled Beast Games, modeled after Squid Game, turns economic inequality into a real-life spectacle where the contestants’ vulnerability is exploited as they fight for $5 million.

News

Four Stuyvesant Students Earn 2025 Regeneron Science Talent Search Scholar Distinction

Mark Tsybulski, Enmei Yang, Brandon Zhang, and Ivan Zou were named as Regeneron Science Talent Search Scholars 2025.

Features

The Met Project: Bridging Classroom Learning and Artistic Discovery

Despite being a time consuming project, the Met Project is a highly thought-out initiative by Art Appreciation teachers; students are encouraged to take advantage of its benefits.

Arts and Entertainment

Play-Asia #2: Winter Tunes

Three song recommendations from a variety of Asian artists to create warmth in this winter season.

Features

Stuyvesant Succeeds at SCUDEM!

Learn more about the SCUDEM mathematics competition, where two Stuy teams won meritorious designations!

Humor

Trudeau Resigns: Nothing Ever Happens

With Justin Trudeau’s resignation, many seem to expect radical change, yet they ignore the simple truth of Canada’s existence: “Nothing Ever Happens.”

Features

Early Decision, Emotional Ride

Stuyvesant seniors receiving their early decisions back has resulted in a mixture of responses

Arts and Entertainment

A Window Into the Top Film and Television of 2024

Ultimately, many of the films and some of the television of 2024 felt like mostly setup and a break before the packed 2025.

Opinions

A Schmearful Goodbye

Absolute Bagels was an iconic part of New York City’s culinary identity.

Opinions

Chinatown’s Fight Against Displacement

Chinatown is being threatened by exploitation and gentrification, but this isn’t an isolated instance. The same myths and prejudice held against Asian American communities impacts minority communities and cultural hubs across the nation.

Arts and Entertainment

KidSuper’s Colmdinho, Art, Legacy, and the Cost of Success

With ventures like the Colmdihno collection, KidSuper risks diluting its original spirit, veering towards a market-driven approach instead of the brand’s conventional method of creating stunning artwork.

News

The Price Point

The Price Point is a series written by News Editors Brendan Tan and Seth Fenton, covering recent economic events and providing Stuyvesant students with an easy understanding of critical economics concepts that affect our day-to-day lives.

Arts and Entertainment

Not Defying Gravity

While the new release features a beloved storyline and an appealing whimsy, its ridiculous runtime and diversion from source material hurt its overall potential.

Opinions

Unseen Tragedies, How the Media Portrays Disasters

The media underrepresents natural disasters that happen in disenfranchised and marginalized locations, prioritizing coverage of disasters in more affluent areas.

Arts and Entertainment

At The Shed, a Forgotten Fantasy is Remembered

While Luna Luna’s revival preserves its captivating art, it fails to recapture the full spirit of the original 1987 run due to guests not being able to partake in a truly complete experience.

Arts and Entertainment

Squid Game’s Lackluster Return

Nearly four years after the release of season one, Netflix returns with an attempt to recapture the phenomenon that was Squid Game.

Sports

Standing on Unfinished Business: The JV Peglegs Rebuild to Dominance

The 2024 Stuyvesant JV Peglegs overcame the loss of key players from the previous year, ultimately exceeding expectations with a 5-1 record as a result of strong leadership, innovative coaching, and a balanced offensive and defensive game plan.

Arts and Entertainment

The Eternal Power of Gold: Solid Gold at the Brooklyn Museum

The Brooklyn Museum intends to prove the power of gold as it has existed from Cleopatra to Hip-Hop

Sports

Pirates, Milkshakes, and Freestyle Sprints

Meet Liam Mac Colla—a swimmer on the Pirates, Stuyvesant’s varsity swim team!

Science

When AI Goes Wrong: The Healthcare Gamble

The increased reliance of AI, as even small errors or “hallucinations” by AI systems can ultimately harm those who depend on accurate medical care.

Science

Robots….Made of Frog Cells?

Xenobots are living, programmable nanobots made from cells of the African clawed frog through blending robotics and biology and have the potential to revolutionize fields such as medicine and environmental science through how customizable they are and their unique properties.

Science

Drones: The New Frontline in Wildfire Detection and Combat

As climate change intensifies wildfire risks, drone technology emerges as a critical and innovative solution for detecting, monitoring, and suppressing increasingly destructive wildfires.

Sports

A New League for the Best of the Best

Unrivaled, a new 3x3 women’s basketball league, is preparing for its inaugural season; it hopes to change and elevate the world of women’s sports.

Sports

Give Josh Allen His MVP

Give Josh Allen his MVP!!!!!

Sports

The Crooks at Arrowhead

The Kansas City Chiefs are the most fraudulent team football has ever seen.

Arts and Entertainment

A Renaissance Man: Jimmy Carter in the Arts

Jimmy Carter was a writer, painter, poet, and tireless supporter of the arts; here’s how he impacted the world of art we live in today.

Opinions

South Korea’s Urgent Need for Strong Leadership

With President Yoon Suk Yeol’s impeachment and many controversies surrounding presidential candidate Lee Jae-myung, it is unlikely that South Korea’s political situation will improve unless there is a more capable presidential candidate.

Opinions

Yoon Suk Yeol: South Korea’s Greatest Modern-Day Supervillain

South Korea’s impeached and arrested president Yoon Suk Yeol might be responsible for the greatest socioeconomic damage done to the nation in recent history, making him a common enemy of the citizens of Korea.

Opinions

Closing Comments 2025

Closing Comments for editorial board members from the class of 2025.

Arts and Entertainment

Chopin it Up

Introducing and reviewing the 11th National Chopin Competition

Arts and Entertainment

Sonic 3: A Movie for Superfans and Casual Viewers Alike

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is by no means a perfect movie, but it’s certainly entertaining to anyone no matter how much of a fan they are of the Sonic games.

Features

Finals Week Across Grades

Read to hear about how finals week compares between grades.

Opinions

Mr. Beast’s Dystopian Games

Mr. Beast’s new game show titled Beast Games, modeled after Squid Game, turns economic inequality into a real-life spectacle where the contestants’ vulnerability is exploited as they fight for $5 million.

News

Four Stuyvesant Students Earn 2025 Regeneron Science Talent Search Scholar Distinction

Mark Tsybulski, Enmei Yang, Brandon Zhang, and Ivan Zou were named as Regeneron Science Talent Search Scholars 2025.

Opinions

Democracy Starts Here: The Power of Local Politics

When national politics feel overwhelming, engaging in local politics—particularly in New York City's upcoming mayoral race—offers a more direct way to impact your community.

Opinions

Unseen Tragedies, How the Media Portrays Disasters

The media underrepresents natural disasters that happen in disenfranchised and marginalized locations, prioritizing coverage of disasters in more affluent areas.