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Articles by Niklas Klemmer
Girls Soccer Succumbs to Sacred Heart
Despite putting up a strong fight, the Bears lost 4-1 against the Sacred Heart Gators on Saturday morning. The game kicked off with Sacred Heart in possession of the ball, advancing towards the Bears' goal before senior midfielder Mae Kunihiro stepped in and pushed the Gators back. Senior winger Toma Tasovac advanced the ball downfield, helping M-A build momentum throughout the first half. "I think we just needed to be able to hit our diagonal long balls.
Day in My Life: Discovering the Cunning Folk Exhibit at the Museum
Recently, I have been having bad luck. In the span of a week, I lost my AirPods, was nearly steamrolled by a Nissan Altima in the Starbucks parking lot, and was even defecated on by a bird, which unfortunately didn't seem to reverse my stint of misfortune. Before consulting an Etsy witch, I decided to seek a remedy by more reasonable means: taking a trip to the Cantor Arts Center's new exhibition, Cunning Folk: Witchcraft, Magic, and Occult Knowledge.
A Summary of December's Planning Commission Meeting
The Menlo Park Planning Commission met on Monday evening for one of its last meetings of the year. The Commission considered several proposals for continued development of residential homes and an ambitious plan to remodel the office spaces on Sand Hill Rd. Residential Constructions and Demolition Approved Items FI-F3 concerned construction on personal dwellings, with the Commission approving proposed renovations and the demolition of existing homes.
Smackin Lemonade's Small Beginnings Turned Into Success
"Smackin Lemonade started in 2024 because of my son. He loves lemonade, and I wanted to build something fun that could help support me while I work toward becoming a nurse. What started as a small idea at local games and community events turned into a full brand that took off faster than I expected," Smackin Lemonade owner Jamella Reese said. Smackin Lemonade, located in Menlo Park, sells homemade lemonade, offering juices and seasonal drinks.
ROSAL√ćA's 'LUX' Is Divine
ROSALÍA, Spain's genre-defying pop icon, released her fourth studio album, LUX, on Friday. The avant-garde album blends elements of Classical and Baroque music with Catholicism, creating a dazzling hybrid of genre and culture-part of ROSALÍA's ongoing redefinition of the pop genre. Within just 24 hours, LUX made history as the most-streamed album by a female Spanish-speaking artist, underscoring the global reach and impact of her bold artistic vision.
The Labubu Is More Complicated Than You Thought
The Labubu, a line of zoomorphic dolls with toothsome grins and gleaming, bejeweled eyes, has soared in popularity this summer. Their demand is a topic of debate. While many denounce them as a microtrend, others have embraced Labubus as cute and winsome. "I personally don't like Labubus," senior Olivia Tantisira said. "I'm not against people who have them though." However, others are more intrigued. "The Labubu trend is really weird-but interesting," junior Pipi Papapanagiotou said.
Cardi B Brings The Heat on 'AM I THE DRAMA?'
AM I THE DRAMA?, Cardi B's latest release and first studio album since 2018, dropped last Friday, featuring an impressive roster of collaborators like Lizzo, Selena Gomez, Janet Jackson, Kehlani, and Summer Walker. Since the success of "Bodak Yellow," Cardi has been a defining voice in female pop-and this project reflects on that legacy, particularly her roots in New York's Washington Heights.
Sprinting for Good: Students Honor Lucy Lunt in Commemorative Run
This Saturday, Leadership hosted the Lucy Run to pay homage to sophomore Lucy Lunt in concert with the Gwendolyn Strong Foundation and the Lunt family. Runners paid a $10 attendance fee and all proceeds are going to the Gwendolyn Strong Foundation to raise money for Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) research. Lucy Lunt, a former M-A student passed away in early november due to complications with SMA, Lucy was a vibrant member of the community, and touched the lives of so many.
Opinion: Bay Area Tipping Culture Doesn’t Need To Be This Way
The proliferation of tipping culture in American consumer markets has long been a contention and complaint. It starkly contrasts many countries, such as Japan, where tipping is not customary and is often perceived as rude. So why is it that in the US, adding a 10-20% gratuity fee is considered compulsory despite many being fed up with this paradigm?
Brandy Melville’s Brand Image and Work Environment Impacts M-A Students
Brandy Hellville & the Cult of Fast Fashion, released on April 9, exposes the alleged corruption within the viral teen clothing brand Brandy Melville. Oscar-winning director Eva Orner explores the dark side of the ever-so-popular brand, investigating allegations of racism, disregard for staff wellbeing, promotion of disordered eating and unrealistic body images, and the fast fashion industry as a whole.
Bear Bites: Che Fico’s Dazzling New Market
Che Fico, an innovative Italian restaurant that quickly became a local favorite after its opening last November, recently opened an Italian market next door called Il Mercato di Che Fico. It offers a wide variety of specialty Italian products, including organic produce, delicious hot-bar food, fresh meats, gelato, cheese, world-class wines, and even baked goods from an in-house bakery.
The Music Moment: Will Knox and The Bear Necessities
Will Knox has harbored a burning passion for music from an early age. He began playing piano at eight years old and guitar at 11. This musical enthusiasm inspired him to found the “Bear Necessities,” a high school cover band that performed at last year’s “Battle of The Bands,” made up of Knox, Ben Cisco, Max Gurnee, Arman Azadpour, Josh Pfistner, Ben Weiss, Carson Sanie, Caleb Travers, Sina Kassayan, and Zachary Gossler, who all demonstrated their musical prowess at last year’s competition.
Students React To A Potential TikTok Ban
TikTok, the Chinese-based social media app that has taken the world by storm, is now under fire in Washington D.C. due to potential security risks. With a staggering 1.7 billion users globally, TikTok’s popularity is undeniable. However, its user agreement policy, particularly the handling and storage of data, has drawn criticism.
The History of Blood Drives
In 1940, after more than 100 years of research, blood transfusions finally became a widely-accepted medical treatment in the U.S. Almost immediately, the Red Cross began instituting blood drives across the U.S. and U.K. to support troops in World War II; the donation process was advertised as patriotic and accessible to help the war effort. These drives quickly came to high school and university campuses because students are less likely to have illnesses that could make them ineligible to donate.
Killers of the Flower Moon and the Emergence of New Native American Stories
Lily Gladstone, the lead actress in Martin Scorsese’s 2023 film Killers of the Flower Moon, recently became the first Native American to win Best Female Actress in a Drama Motion Picture at the Golden Globes. Gladstone plays Mollie Burkhart, who combats a series of murders of members of her tribe in the Osage Nation after oil was discovered on tribal land. It is a true story that showcases indigenous resilience and history as a major motion picture.
The PAWS Tea Station: A Charming Addition To M-A’s Mental Health Resources
With the recent unveiling of the Peace And Wellness Space (PAWS), a unique commodity has become increasingly popular. The tea station is filled with herbal teas for students needing a mid-school day pick-me-up, and has proven to be loved.
The popularity of E-bikes among teens and kids raises safety concerns
by Niklas Klemmer on November 20, 2023 Recently, e-bikes have sharply increased in popularity among teens, raising safety concerns. Walk by any bike rack, and you’ll surely notice an abundance of electric bikes. In an information release from Menlo Park on electric bike collisions, only two of the six reported incidents resulted from negligent automobile drivers — e-bikers caused the rest.
E-Bikes raise significant safety concerns
Recently, e-bikes have sharply increased in popularity among teens, raising significant safety concerns. Walk by any bike rack, and you’ll surely notice an abundance of electric bikes. In an information release from Menlo Park on electric bike (e-bike) collisions, only two of the six reported incidentsresulted from negligent automobile drivers; e-bikers caused the rest. Around M-A’s campus, hoards of students bike in large groups on crowded streets like Santa Cruz Avenue.
Bear Bites: Los Carnalitos
Tucked away on a side street off El Camino in Redwood City, the Los Carnalitos food truck provides customers with delicious, authentic Mexican food. Their flavors are reminiscent of traditional cuisine from Mexico City, coining their name from the popular saying “Los Carnalitos,” meaning, “more than a friend, like a brother.” Founders Luis and Alfredo Santos hail from Mexico and created Los Carnalitos in 2015.
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