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Jamba Juice secret menu drinks

by Anokhi Saklecha and Shannon Su April 8, 2014

Jamba Juice, a popular local smoothie company, offers a variety of drink flavors ranging from Banana Berry to Peach Pleasure. However, as many people might not know, Jamba Juice also has a secret menu,...

Hong’s Gourmet Chinese Restaurant- 4/5 stars

Hong’s Gourmet Chinese Restaurant- 4/5 stars

by Kshithija Mulam April 3, 2014

Located next to the famed La Fondue, Hong’s Gourmet appears miniscule from its location partially hidden from the road . The restaurant makes up for its cramped appearance with friendly service and excellent...

Blueberries are a common superfood that many enjoy. A common way to consume this food is simply by itself, or in a healthy smoothie or fruit salad.

Popular superfoods on the rise

by Alexis Gauba April 2, 2014

Recently superfoods have been becoming popular amongst consumers. According to the Oxford English Dictionary, superfoods are foods considered especially nutritious or otherwise beneficial to health and...

Looking into the new SAT

Looking into the new SAT

by Nikhil Dilip March 28, 2014

The College  Board announced last Wednesday sweeping changes to the SAT effective in 2016, saying that the new test will focus more on assessing skills necessary for students in academic and professional...

D.I.Y. Greeting Cards

D.I.Y. Greeting Cards

by Riya Godbole, Aquila Lifestyle Editor March 25, 2014

The next time you give someone a present, ditch the Hallmark card and try out one of these simple handmade cards instead. From the classic Simple Square to the adorable Itty Bitty Box, these crafty ideas...

Dr. Scott Filler, Professor of Infectious Disease at Harbor UCLA

H1N1 Precautionary

by Meilan Steimle, Reporter March 19, 2014

The last major outbreak of H1N1, more commonly known as swine flu, was in 2009, but the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) confirm that H1N1 has returned. According to the CDC, flu outbreaks...

Spring fashion trends

by Shannon Su and Meilan Steimle March 13, 2014

1. Cropped Jacket Cropped clothing is a recurring trend to look forward to for this spring. Even with winter coming to an end, a jacket is essential for evenings and chilly days, especially since the...

Green onion pancakes are a favorite of many in Asian countries, and there are many variations of this recipe.

Green Onion Pancakes

by Lavinia Ding March 11, 2014

Okay, so it’s a bit late for Chinese New Year, but this is still a great recipe to make year-round. This is a slightly chewy and incredibly flavorful recipe, and seriously, nobody’s heard of green...

In a Nutshell: No bake cheesecake

In a Nutshell: No bake cheesecake

by Fred Chang and Priscilla Pan March 3, 2014

A beautiful cheesecake base to top with anything your heart desires. All without the effort of using an oven. Recipe (Inspired by Debbie Clark from Allrecipes): Notes Difficulty: Easy Length:...

In a Nutshell: Snowcap Cookies

In a Nutshell: Snowcap Cookies

by Fred Chang and Priscilla Pan February 27, 2014

Now, what’s better than a chocolate cookie? That’s right, one covered in SNOW! (We realize this is a bit late seasonally, but in honor of the driest ski-week in a while, we present our own homemade...

After a tiring school day, a comfortable bed beckons students. Make sure to wash sheets and pillows regularly to ensure proper sleep hygiene.

4 ways to sleep better

by Maya Jeyendran February 26, 2014

Because stress and high workloads pervade the student body, it is important to sleep wellevery single night. To sleep well and prepare for a hectic school day, use these simple tips to ensure a refreshing...

Healthy Afterschool Snacks

Healthy Afterschool Snacks

by Alexis Gauba February 21, 2014

You know that feeling when you come home from school, rush to the fridge and have no idea what to eat? Here are three healthy after-school snacks to help resolve that daily dilemma without resorting to...

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