Mark Chan: Capturing Life One Video at a Time

By: Warren Shiu, Staff Writer For Mills Senior Mark Chan, being a content creator isn’t just a hobby – it’s a way to express himself, connect with others, and unwind. What started as a fun experiment has quickly grown into…

A Look into the Life of a Student Artist

By: Noah Ung, Staff Writer The term “artist” encompasses a diverse range of creators, from musicians to painters and sculptors. But what does it mean to truly be an artist? To explore this, we take a closer look at the…

Tyler, the Creator’s Chromokopia: A Journey Through Color and Sound

By: Warren Shiu, Staff Writer At 8:00 AM on October 16th, 2024, Tyler, the Creator teased his eighth studio album Chromokopia with a mysterious clip. In the video, shadowed figures marched in line, following Tyler’s footsteps. Fans quickly began speculating…

Are Movie Theaters Dying?

Elijah Cabatic, Staff writer Movie theaters used to rule the movie industry and you viewed the success of a movie by its theater box office earnings. According to Statista in 1996 there were 7,798 theaters in the US, but by…

Top Book Picks for the Fall Season

By: Emily Wu, Staff Writer As the fall season transitions us into cooler and shorter days, it’s the perfect time to dive into a book. Whether you are in the mood for a thrilling mystery or into a fantasy world,…

Chappell Roan: Balancing Success and Boundaries

By: Emily Wu, Staff Writer Chappell Roan is a pop singer who blew up over the summer and is known for her most popular songs, “HOT TO GO!” and “Good Luck, Babe!” She started to gain popularity when she opened…

The Wild Robot: DreamWorks’ Latest Triumph in Heartfelt Storytelling

By: Warren Shiu, Staff Writer On September 27th of this year, DreamWorks Animation released The Wild Robot, a film based on the best-selling novel by Peter Brown. Since its theatrical debut, the movie has grossed over $200 million worldwide and…

Delving into the Dark: The Origins and Traditions of Halloween

By: Mikayla Ho, Staff Writer October marks the beginning of the spooky season– Halloween! Halloween is celebrated by millions of people each year and is a beloved autumn celebration that has been around since the 19th century. During this holiday…

Sonny Angels: Trinket Take Over

By: Hayden Bunce, Staff Writer Popular collectibles, Sonny Angels, are taking over the bank accounts of young teens as their popularity skyrockets.  For those who don’t know, Sonny Angels is a line of cherub figurines created by Japanese toy manufacturer…