Within a week of Biden’s exit from the race and Kamala Harris’ subsequent announcement that she was going to run for President, the Democratic party went from hopelessness to cautious optimism. Harris’ quick entrance into the race raises questions about who she really is and what she stands for. AccordingContinue Reading
All students will grow to be adults with responsibilities and will be affected by the government. Political awareness is an important life skill because it informs people about future policies, and events. So, how much do students know about politics currently? Students around campus were asked about their general knowledgeContinue Reading
With the increase of political polar-ization among American citizens, it’s no surprise that political opinions are becoming louder within educational institutions. Social studies teacher Ana M. Pardo describes herself as a moderate with lib- eral leanings, especially on the issue of wealth redistribution. “We all owe each other something asContinue Reading
On Nov. 5, 2024, Milpitas will elect On Nov. 5, 2024, Milpitas will elect a new mayor. However, some citizens may still not know much about the candidates. The Union sat down with the three of the mayor candidates. Hon Lien, a current council member, was a business owner whoContinue Reading
One of the most unique aspects of California’s political system is how every single California citizen can participate in a direct democracy. Through California State Propositions, citizens can directly influence laws and regulations, bypassing the need to rely solely on their representatives to vote in their favor. Ten different propositionsContinue Reading
Fashion–it’s an art form; it’s a way for people to express them-selves without words, and it’sbeen an everyday thing since the beginning of time. Despite it being considered an art by many people throughout the world, there are some people out there who don’t know which kind of clothes matchContinue Reading
Boasting over 3 billion visits, Dress to Impress (DTI) is one of the hottest Roblox games among gamers of all ages this past sea- son. From niche, game-specific video essays to big-name content creators, one is bound to stumble upon the sparkly pink runway if they spend their fair shareContinue Reading
Earlier this fall, Apple released the Series 10 version of their Apple Watch during their annual release event. This upgraded wearable adds several critical health features, a new wide-angle Organic Light Emitting Diode (OLED) display, a 10% thinner build, and a 20% weight reduction in the titanium edition compared toContinue Reading
IngredientsBatter1 3⁄4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice*1⁄2 teaspoon salt1⁄2 cup canola or vegetable oil1⁄2 cup granulated sugar1⁄2 cup packed light or dark brown sugar1 1⁄2 cups canned pumpkin puree2 large eggs, room temperature1⁄4 cup milk, room temperatureCrumb Topping3⁄4 cup all purpose flour1⁄4Continue Reading
In the digital age, people are constantly consuming short-form content and endlessly scrolling. Attention spans and meaningful connections are diminishing. However, many are turning to the New York Times Games as a form of entertainment. Not only do these games provide a lot of stimulation, they also foster connec- tionsContinue Reading
While on the hunt for new snack spots to try, a friend recommended I go to Somi-Somi, a soft serve shop. The franchise just recently opened a location in Milpitas, on Aug. 23, 2024, so I decided to pay a visit on a Thursday afternoon, right after school. When IContinue Reading
Music has always been a way to connect people across generations and backgrounds. By sharing their favorite genres, songs, and artists, MHS staff invites students to explore new sounds and enhance their own musical journeys. Describing his music taste in three words as “mixed, eclectic, and random,” English teacher TonichiContinue Reading