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The logo for Jaden Finau’s podcast, “Zero Gravity.”

Student Spotlight: Jaden Finau on Starting a Podcast

Jarryd Manangan, Staff Writer April 21, 2025

Jump into the worlds of podcasts with no fear of gravity—listen to the rants or produce them. Podcasts can focus on a variety of subjects such as politics, crime stories, the latest celebrity gossip,...

Hayward Mayor Mark Salinas cuts the ribbon for Phase 1 of the Stack Center.

Hayward Community Celebrates First Phase of the Stack Center

Kaylyn Nguyen, Editor-in-Chief April 21, 2025

Organizers of the Stack Center, a future South Hayward community plaza, cultural center, and service hub, held a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate Phase 1 of the project’s completion on March 14. Located...

Seniors viewing the opening of Monarch Day.

Photo Gallery: Monarch Day 2025

Kaylyn Nguyen, Editor-in-Chief April 21, 2025

On April 11, Mt. Eden hosted its annual Monarch Day for the 2024-25 school year.

Sado High School students and Mt. Eden’s Japanese Club pose for a photo alongside Principal Dr. Walton.

Mt. Eden Welcomes Sado High School Exchange Students

Sofia Cordoba, Co-Editor March 10, 2025

Mt. Eden welcomed five exchange students from Sado High School in Sado Island, Japan. From March 1st to 8th each student shadowed a Mt. Eden student throughout the week to receive a taste of the American...

VSA members and advisers stop at a light on the way to San Francisco Chinatown.

Mt. Eden Vietnamese Student Association Celebrates Lunar New Year

Kaylyn Nguyen, Editor-in-Chief February 3, 2025

The Mt. Eden Vietnamese Student Association (VSA) took to San Francisco Chinatown for a field trip to celebrate Lunar New Year on Wednesday, January 29. Senior Connie Chung, co-president of VSA, said...

Kansai Hayward’s rainbow roll and Go-Go roll.

Restaurant Review: Kansai Hayward

Layla Black, Staff Writer February 3, 2025

Down on B Street, Kansai Hayward is not just a Japanese restaurant—it crafts experiences on every plate, blending tradition with a spark of modern flair. The kitchen plays 2010’s music which can be...

A senior struggles with senioritis.

Senioritis Student Comic

Elijah Marie Velasco, Staff Writer February 3, 2025

A blind box consumer is left disappointed after opening a figurine they didn’t want.

Unwrapping the Blind Box Craze

Kaylyn Nguyen, Editor-in-Chief February 3, 2025

Blind box figurines have taken teens and young adults’ desks, shelves, and phone cases by storm. You may be familiar with the cherub cheeks of Sonny Angels or the green, glow-in-the-dark build of Smiskis,...

Mt. Eden cheerleaders cheering at Mt. Eden’s game against San Lorenzo High School.

Cheerleaders on Campus

Alexa Castro Nolasco, Staff Writer November 12, 2024

Mt. Eden has a strong group of cheerleaders with spirit and strength, rooting for everyone on campus. The role cheerleaders play is important as they motivate the fans and the players.  They create shows...

Khao Hom’s “Roti Stuff,” banana-stuffed roti with fruit.

Restaurant Review: Nom-Nom at Khao Hom

Layla Black, Staff Writer November 4, 2024

Located in downtown Hayward on Foothill Blvd, Khao Hom is a Thai-American restaurant worth trying. Once you step in you are welcomed with granite walls and false candles hanging from the ceiling.   Waitstaff...

The Mt.Eden football team celebrates their victory.

Mt. Eden Football Scores First Win of 2024 Season

Myldret Vazquez November 4, 2024

On October 25, the Mt. Eden football team won its first game of the season against San Lorenzo High School.  The football team plays ten games over the course of an 11-week season. Games have been...

Judy Rodriguez in front of her miniature creations.

Hayward Celebrates Dia de los Muertos

Sofia Cordoba, Co-Editor November 4, 2024

Located in the Hayward Area Historical Society and the Hayward Public Library, the 2024 Day of the Dead exhibit featured local artists presenting their Dia de los Muertos art. The exhibit includes large...

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