Share: As gas prices continue to soar to absurd amounts, a false promise made during the 2024 election cycle is inevitably being broken. That promise came from the Trump administration, which declared that if elected, it would lower prices. Well, Trump has done the complete opposite, getting involved in a war that America should not have gotten involved with. This contributed to the outrageous spike in gas prices to an average of $4 nationally while California has surpassed $6 per gallon, according to AAA Gas …
Bring it on: Cheerleading aims to reestablish spirit at PCC
Share: After years of absence, cheerleading returns to PCC, now known as the Spirit team, focusing on choreography, skills, and, of course, school spirit. Cheer is making its way back to PCC to raise spirits and to get students to participate in school sporting events. Whether cheering on the teams, or just wanting to be a part of the PCC community, students have anticipated the return. The decision to bring the team back was made through the connections and roots of previous cheerleaders. “I have always …
Trump’s endorsement of Jake Paul continues America’s circus
Share: Donald Trump endorsed YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul at a rally that leaned more towards amusement than professionalism. The announcement was confusing, as throughout Paul’s many careers, he’d never mentioned becoming a political figure, yet his history of attention-seeking doesn’t make his political turn a surprise. The spectacle was highlighted by Trump’s focus on Paul’s boxing career rather than explaining why he received an endorsement. It reflects a bigger shift in politics, now being viewed more as entertainment rather than improving the country. This administration is …
Swap party turns one person’s trash into another person’s treasure
Share: Last week, students gathered under tents to avoid the heat wave, only to find rows of tables full of clothes and trinkets. The event was hosted by ASPCC’s bi-annual Swap Party, allowing students to exchange gently used goods for other ones donated by their peers. Each table displayed a variety of goods, showcasing books, hygiene products, shirts, pants, decorations, and stationery, among other things. The most popular section was the clothes, featuring a variety of sizes, dresses, and even costumes. Another was the books …
Mirror Pools Mix gives students food for thought
Share: On Tuesday, March 10, the Mirror Pools Mix brought different communities together as booths, crowds, and bursts of music filled the area. Upon entering, the first thing attendees noticed was the cheers of lancers as they ran around playing games with Lancelot. There, they played various games like red light, green light, and dancing mini-games. Meanwhile, on the other side stood tables attracting large quantities of attendees with colorful Twix, Starbursts, and Milky Way candy bars. Lines of students, who stood waiting to get …
From fangs to facts: Sinners event bites into film history
Share: As twilight descended on PCC’s Wi-Fi Lounge, students gathered around a giant movie screen, hungry for food and entertainment. A line formed around the tables where the spread of snacks lay while other students rushed to their seats. Claps of excitement could be heard outside that demonstrated the community that came together for a historical movie experience as the credits started to roll. And the cheers grew louder as Michael B Jordan walked on screen in a 1930s styled outfit. “I heard about the …
New cliques, same campus: Here’s a guide to PCC’s newest clubs
Share: Last week, the quad was buzzing with PCC students, both new and old, excited to explore all the different clubs and personalities during Club Rush. This event dubbed ‘Club Rush’ is a social outing where all of PCC’s clubs come together to teach people about new cultures, help them out with extracurricular activities, and offer a variety of ventures for everyone to partake in. As for those who weren’t able to make it or find a club they were looking for, don’t wait until …
PCC against ICE: ‘It’s not too late to join the fight’
Share: As Trump Administration doubles down on immigration laws, the demand to abolish ICE has skyrocketed since the first ICE raid as Americans continue to condemn the agency for discriminatory, illegal procedures. In response, student activism has seen a new wave across the country, including at PCC. At 1 p.m. on February 26, students will host a march from the Jack Scott Building to Pasadena’s City Hall to peacefully advocate for community rights and to stand together. These students, having been personally affected by ICE …
Making cents of the penny termination decision
Share: On Nov 12, the Secretary of the Treasury decided to stop the 232-year production of pennies after determining the rising cost of production outweighs their value. The decision comes from an increase in the costs of materials, making it go from a previous cost of 1.42 cents to now 3.69 cents to create one penny. With this cancellation, the Mint expects to save approximately $56 million per year in production savings. The announcement of the discontinuation of the penny coincided with the Mint hosting …
Dear Netflix: Longer breaks don’t build hype, your audience does
Share: Recently, the Duffer brothers defended the long wait for the next season of Stranger Things, saying they “like the buildup.” That idea made sense when the second season followed a year after an amazing first season with its unique characters and storytelling. However, using hype to justify longer gaps between seasons shows how out of touch they are with their audience. Netflix thinks breaks like this boost viewership and build hype, but it makes people forget their show even exists after a long, unnecessary …