The Mustang Journal​

Introduction Ever since the terrible defeat against Eastlake as the first game of the year, the Otay Ranch Academic League Varsity team has been looking for a chance at redemption while JV has been trying to keep up its winning streak. Luckily, two weeks prior, the Academic League battled Castle Park, a team it had historically fared well against, and won both varsity and JV matches. The ultimate score for JV was 335 ORH - 210 CPH, a wonderful job! The score for the varsity

In the modern world, cynicism is not uncommon among people. In fact, according to an article by The Atlantic, since 1964, the percentage of those who trust in the U.S. government has dropped to 24%. Cynicism, in its contemporary meaning, is the idea that people are entirely motivated by self-interest, leading to a pessimistic and satirical view of the world. However, that has not always been the case. The ancient Greeks, who created the old version of the ideology, had a muc

@Getty Images Introduction I must have been eight, maybe nine years old when I first met Bezalel Shin. It was at a gym, (now called World Gym, then called B2BE Sports & Wellness) where parents would drop off their children for sports lessons or CrossFit. The kid's area was in proximity to the swimming pool and the racquetball courts, so of course, I had to do both while my mom and the other Korean parents would chat in the lounge. I can’t remember how I met him or what I th

We have all seen 5 am lifestyle videos with home-cooked avocado and egg sandwiches for breakfast, mainly eating foods that have been advertised and marketed as healthy on the internet for ages. While it is mostly true that these foods are good for you, such as fruits and vegetables, often these foods aren’t able to replace the usual meals many Americans eat. Fast food, restaurants, and food companies have taken over the food industry, which, as many industries once were, made

President Joe Biden gives his 2023 State of the Union Address to a joint Congress on Capitol Hill with Vice President Kamala Harris and newly elected Speaker of the House, Kevin McCarthy (R-CA 20th District) sitting behind him. (CNN) On Tuesday, February 7th, President Joe Biden delivered his 2023 State of the Union address to Supreme Court justices, honored guests, and an ideologically divided joint session of Congress. The address marked the start of Biden's third year in

“No other composer of this century has produced so many authentic masterpieces, each one so utterly original and yet also different from one another” (Bernstein, on Stravinsky’s Petrushka ) Stravinsky, the Lucky Procrastinator Stravinsky, to those who know anything at all about him, is only known for one thing: The Rite of Spring. The Rite follows the story of a girl in pagan Russia who ultimately dances herself to death, which would even prompt Rihanna to ask to “stop the

The big game is finally here, the two best teams in the NFL grinding it out for the title of “World Champions.” Representing the AFC are the Kansas City Chiefs, led by magical Patrick Mahomes, who somehow always seems to be a top 3 quarterback in the league every year. From the NFC come the Philadelphia Eagles, who find themselves back in the battle for the Lombardi led by young superstar Jalen Hurts. Hurts had a breakout campaign this year and is looking to cap it off with a

@ https://extinctionrebellionsfbay.org/announcements/2022/04/vigil-for-wynn-bruce-rip/ In the last few years especially, scientists across the world have been making serious cautions and warnings to the public about climate change as the effects it has on the environment have gotten more severe with time. These warnings have become more drastic as the stakes continue to rise with the worsening condition of the environment. One recent warning call to the public that has been

Why Care for Philosophy? There would be no modern science, psychology, mathematics, historical studies, or any subject requiring deep knowledge if it were not for philosophy. Philosophy has given Western civilization almost all of its intellectual merits and achievements. We would be stuck worshiping pagan gods and killing each other over loaves of bread if it were not for the ancients who laid a framework for civilization. Oftentimes in modern society, we overlook philosop

Source: https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/52624/11-things-we-know-about-dodo Many species have called planet Earth home throughout many ages. They have thrived and lived throughout Earth’s history, even before mankind. However, mother nature can be cruel and wipe away all members of an entire species, leading to extinction. Unsustainable human activity can also lead to the extinction of many present-day species. But hope lives on in our ever-expanding and improving techno

While Daft Punk may have had a short discography (despite a career that spanned nearly three decades), they had an enormous impact on electronic music. They introduced new styles to the genre, revolutionized concerts, and left behind a catalog of timeless songs that will always be heard on the dance floor. Released on January 20, 1997, Homework marked the humble beginnings of Daft Punk. Before Daft Punk became what we now know them as today, the duo Thomas Bangalter and Guy

“M&M’S has long been committed to creating colorful fun for all” advertises Mars Wrigley. However, the beloved chocolate candy manufacturer neglects to mention the countless children who produce 24% of its cocoa supply under slave-like conditions. In February of 2021, Mars, alongside several other chocolate companies, faced legal action pursued by the International Rights Advocates (IRA), representing eight Malian adults subjected to child slavery on Ivory Coast cocoa planta

As January of the new year comes to an end, almost all restrictive Early Action results have come out, and the data is not too promising for ambitious students who wish to enter any high-ranking school. Many eager high school seniors poured their blood, sweat, and tears into their early action college applications this year, only to be met with utter disappointment and despair. Unfortunately, it seems that each year college admission rates skyrocket downwards as the academic

Across all political stances and backgrounds, an overwhelming majority of Americans want gun laws passed to protect children from school shooters and prevent the all-time high gun violence that has occurred in the U.S. for the last few years. Attempts to Pass Universal Background Check Since the increase in school shootings and events of mass gun violence in churches, malls, food markets, and more, people of diverse backgrounds and political affiliations all agree there shou

This year’s NFC championship features two of the best teams in football, the Philadelphia Eagles and the San Francisco 49ers. Both franchises are huge juggernauts in the NFL and seem to have no glaring weaknesses on either side of the ball. It should be a great game tomorrow, and with the skill so evenly matched, the game could very well be decided by whoever holds the final possession of the game. We’ve got two young QBs with very little playoff experience, so it’ll be very

It seemed like a theological commentary or some academic paper, and I would’ve walked right past it if it hadn’t been in the classics section of Barnes & Nobles. The dull brown leatherback made it indistinguishable from the leatherbound versions of the Bible or the copy of Thus Spoke Zarathustra that sat right next to it: just one thing caught my eye. It sat face down on a shelf, and a unique etching was on its back, a snake cut up into different pieces with a caption in all-

Over the last week, Wyoming had found itself at the center of environmental policy and debate over electric vehicles. The state had proposed a resolution to “ban” sales of electric vehicles by 2035. It was struck down by the Senate Minerals, Business, and Economic Development Committee, essentially killing any hope of a decrease in EVs or the near future. While the stir from the controversial resolution was short lived, let’s look into just what contextualized the bill in the

It’s common knowledge that certain animals such as lizards and octopi can regenerate missing limbs. Regeneration is an incredible skill that seems almost magical. But what is the science behind this phenomenon? And is it possible to extend this “magic” to humans? According to Scientific American, a protein called acetylcholinesterase (AChE) plays a major role in the regeneration process of an octopus’ limbs. The level of activity of AChe in muscles and nervous system compo

Teachers make a significant impact on students. Not only do they educate them on the material within their class, but they also teach lessons that students will live by for the rest of their lives. Making positive differences is a primary reason people become teachers. However, according to the American University School of Education, “...50 percent of teachers consider quitting, naming stress as one of the primary reasons.” Battling issues at work takes a toll on their healt

https://martinezcutri.com/projects=otay-ranch-high-school On January 10th of 2023, Otay Ranch High School students returned to the new semester from fall break. With the new year and second semester of the 2022-2023 school year, I conducted a survey, and students across different grade levels reported on how they feel going into the new semester. Preparation For the Second Semester With the start of the new year and returning to school, many students felt ready for the new