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This is a tutorial on how to make dalgona coffee, a viral food trend popularized by social media.

Dalgona coffee: The latest whipped internet sensation

by Emily Tan, Winged Post Asst. Features Editor April 13, 2020

As states across the country have issued orders to shelter in place, people with more leisure time on their hands are now picking up new hobbies and diving into a variety of different activities including...

A plate of Christmas sugar cookies sits decorated with colorful sprinkles sits on a marble table. I baked these treats when I was in Heavenly, spending the winter holiday season with my friends and family.

Dusting cookies with sugar and friendship

by Sabrina Zhu, Reporter March 5, 2020

In the photo, a plate of vanilla sugar cookies decorated with Christmas sprinkles sits on a dark, marble table. The golden brown edges contrast with the softer, white centers, and the festive toppings...

Skating the curves

Skating the curves

by Nicole Tian, Co-Lifestyle Editor December 7, 2019

High schooler Esteban Rodriguez leans against the rails of the Lake Cunningham Actions Sports Park in San Jose, nonchalantly flipping his black board emblazoned with a painted white skull, its bare teeth...

A mural by the group Hospitality House features a crowd of people of varied age and racial background holding a rainbow sign advocating for a healthy and safe community. The alley hosts a total of 700 murals, according to the project’s website.

More than just paint: Street art speaks out on public walls

by Arely Sun, Co-Lifestyle Editor November 16, 2019

Sandwiched between a hot pink complex and a beige building in San Francisco, a colorful alley decorated from top to bottom with murals hides in plain sight. Painted words, flowers and symbols extend down...

In a subtle but vibrant manner, Gina Partridge (12) uses her socks as an outlet for her fashion style. Accessories are another important aspect of design and style.

Fall fashion: Where colors meet comfort

by Alysa Suleiman, Sports Reporter September 18, 2019

Along with the bustle of students transitioning into their back-to-school lifestyles, the outfits and accessories of students seem to be evolving from summer style to fall fashion.  Among upper school...

Last week, McNealy qualified for the Professional Golfers' Association (PGA) tour, in which he will start in three weeks, by finishing in the top 25.

Harker alumnus swings into PGA tour

by Sara Yen and Esha Gohil August 28, 2019

Clad in a bright white cap, striped navy polo and slate gray pants, Harker alumnus Maverick McNealy (‘13) finishes his stroke with a determined expression, eyes cast into the distance. From the time...

Nestled in the far corner of Cupertino Main Street Plaza, SomiSomi sells taiyaki, a Japanese fish shaped waffle with a red bean filling. However, SomiSomi blends American and Japanese desserts, offering a wider range of taiyaki fillings, including Nutella, custard or red bean, along with soft serve ice cream. 

Sweet treats to eat: the influence of Asian desserts

by Arely Sun and Emily Tan August 28, 2019

The Bay Area is a hub of immigrants, leading to a fusion of cultures in every aspect of life. One noticeable example of this “melting-pot” is the popularity of Asian desserts among people of all backgrounds....

A traditional blend of flavors, the matcha and red bean Taiyaki ice cream is the perfect treat for a warm day–or even a cold one. The fruity pebbles and rainbow sprinkles provide a photo-savvy burst of color.

SomiSomi creates a trendy twist on a traditional Korean dessert

by Alysa Suleiman and Arely Sun April 15, 2019

Nestled in the far corner of Cupertino Main Street Plaza, SomiSomi is a small, simple nook in a row of tall beige buildings that sells a mouthwatering treat known as taiyaki, an originally Japanese fish...

So you wanna be a librarian?

So you wanna be a librarian?

by Nina Gee and Irina Malyugina February 27, 2019

If you've been at Harker for more than a year, chances are you've probably had contact with one or more of the campus librarians. Their skill sets seem endless, from evaluating your interpretation of a...

WORK IN PROGRESS: Csillagi inks delicate blue flowers. Before opening their own shop, Csillagi apprenticed at SF’s Black and Blue Tattoo.

So you wanna be a tattoo artist?

by Anna Vazhaeparambil, Catherine Feng, and Lucy Ge December 10, 2018

Led Zeppelin’s “Black Dog” blasts through the speakers, nearly overpowering the constant hum of tattoo machines that resonate in the room. Greenery and artwork adorn the walls of the shop, and...

Saloni Shah (10) discusses health and mental wellness in her new column, Staying Healthy with Saloni.

Staying healthy with Saloni: Get some sleep!

by Saloni Shah, Columnist December 9, 2018

Why can’t we be like wild African elephants? For real, they only sleep for two hours a day. That would leave us 22 hours in the day to accomplish everything on our to-do list, so we wouldn’t go...

Looking back, Kaidi Dai (11) sports a navy blue long sleeve shirt with “it’s what’s inside that counts” embroidered on the back. During her free time, Kaidi enjoys thrifting, and several of her favorite pieces are thrifted.

Sense or Style?

by Emily Chen, TALON Co-Academics Editor December 1, 2018

On the hunt for sustainable and eco-friendly clothing? Well, look no further. Sustainable clothing includes all fabrics created from eco-friendly resources, such as recycled and reused materials or...

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