Arts and Entertainment
Marty Supreme: The Cost of Winning
By Molly Gupta, Renata Firestone
Marty Supreme (2025) is an electrifying, rapid movie that focuses on how ambition leads to obsession, with stunning performances and successful cinematography anchoring the film.
Arts and Entertainment
Heated Rivalry Is More Than Just Hot
By Anonymous
Heated Rivalry features important queer representation and captivating storytelling that is making a real impact, making it truly worth a watch.
News
Four Stuyvesant Students Earn 2026 Regeneron Science Talent Search Scholar Distinction
By Amy Mitchneck, Bryan Boo, Jennifer Zheng, Nathaniel Lasher
Stuyvesant students Sophia Yinghan, Hailan Chen, Vincent Chen, and Rhea Malhotra were four of 300 selected as Regeneron scholars.
Sports
Super Bowl LX Predictions
The Spectator’s Sports Department predicts the outcome of Super Bowl LX, played on February 8 between the New England Patriots and the Seattle Seahawks.
Features
Outstanding O’Malley: The One and Only
By Zobia Syed
An in-depth interview with Dr. O’Malley, where he explains details about his career and personal interests.
Arts and Entertainment
A Messy Adieu to Stranger Things
Season 5 is filled with small peaks and extreme lows, managing to disappoint and bore while evoking a tear.
Opinions
Mayor Mamdani’s Office of Mass Engagement
By Alice Frank
Mamdani’s Office of Mass Engagement has the potential to be revolutionary or dangerous—and it all depends on the New Yorkers who participate.
Opinions
Drug Enforcement and the Venezuelan Power Grab
The Trump administration has conducted boat strikes and captured Nicolás Maduro, actions that violate both U.S. and international law, all while misrepresenting the legality of the circumstances through rhetoric in order to pursue larger geopolitical and economic interests in Venezuela.
Humor
Programming Office Accidentally Issues Tolerable Schedule
By Matthew Chen
Junior Avery Jones receives a slightly better schedule than usual. An exclusive look into the programming office explains the consequences.
Humor
The Cave Journey to Freedom and Glory
By Chloe Zheng
An escape journey through the loose tile on the ceiling of the third-floor gym.
Opinions
The Dawn of a New World Order
By Lukas Yao
The world as we know it is changing, and the winners will be those who can adapt.
Features
Record Low Turnout Marks First Freshman Caucus Election Under Phone Ban
By Tiffany Wang
With only 252 out of 827 freshmen voting in this year’s election, Stuyvesant recorded its lowest voter turnout as the phone ban and technical difficulties created unprecedented barriers to student participation.
Opinions
How Hong Kong was Tamed in Six Years
Conditioned fear is the biggest tool in an authoritarian tool kit to prevent political dissidence in Hong Kong.
Science
My White Streak: The Science and Struggle of Alopecia Areata
A personal story that explores the science, treatment options, and emotional impact of alopecia areata.
Science
Fluoride: Friend or Foe?
While fluoride helps prevent tooth decay, there are ongoing concerns about potential health risks for children and teenagers, so careful moderation and further research are necessary.
Opinions
More Than a Game: How Cards Connect Generations
Games are a way for our generation to create lasting and natural relationships with their elders.
Opinions
In Defense of Dissent
By Nina Benson
A look into the importance of disagreement to development, especially in an era defined by social media and trends.
Arts and Entertainment
Adventure Comes Ashore in STC’s Treasure Island
From bold directorial decisions to intense performances from the show's cast and a technical crew functioning at its best, STC’s winter drama Treasure Island was a big success.
Sports
NCAA Women’s Volleyball Tournament Recap
By Angelica Pan
A recap of the 2025 NCAA Women’s Volleyball season, and what to expect moving into the next season.
Science
Humans: The Bears’ Next Meal?
Due to food scarcity, bears in Japan have started to turn to humans for their next meal, and if this issue is not properly recognized and emphasized, behavioral changes and ecosystem disturbances may become a habitual occurrence.
Humor
Stuyvesant Politics: Pen or Pencil
Stuyvesant experiences a turbulent political climate as a conflict arises over pen vs. pencil.
Humor
In Memory of Cherished Snow Days
By Victor Ma
This is an eulogy to snow days, highlighting everything good (and bad) about them until their recent termination after COVID.
Features
Grandparental Origins
I’ve had the privilege of knowing all four of my grandparents, and so much of who I am has been shaped by this, often in ways I only recently became aware of.
Features
From Polls to Policy: Students Divided on Mamdani’s Educational Transition
By Cordelia Liem, Isla Broadbent
Students express their views on Zohran Mamdani’s policies for youth and education, including his lack thereof.
Sports
My NFL Honors Picks
These are my personal picks for the NFL Honors awards that will be announced on February 5, 2026.
Arts and Entertainment
A Window Into the Top Film and Television of 2025
By Kabir Madan, Oscar Scribner
Although it had its flaws, 2025’s year in film and television surpasses 2024 and provides hope going into 2026 and beyond.
Sports
The Uncertain Future of Golden State
The Warriors are in a tough position with a recent Jimmy Butler injury and a lack of help for point guard Stephen Curry, and must consider a rebuild.
News
Two Stuyvesant Seniors Selected as Posse Scholars
Seniors Stefan Broge and Marlee Sidor were recently selected as Posse Scholars.
Features
Should School Be In Session On “Snow Days”?
Recently, everyone has to watch every step they take and make sure they haven’t submerged the cuffs of their pants into a slush of dirty, slippery snow. The warning of an impending snowstorm took almost all by surprise, and caused the New York City Public Schools (NYCPS) to declare Monday, January 26, as a remote snow day. What do Stuyvesant students and staff have to say about that? Let's find out!
Features
Eighteen
By Iman Nawaz
I don’t know what I will be in the future, and that is perfectly normal.
Sports
What Shohei Ohtani Still Needs to Become the Greatest
Shohei Ohtani has already cemented himself in history as one of baseball’s most unique talents.
Sports
Here Comes the Storm
By Erin Goggin, Rafael Zornoza
What’s in store for Stuyvesant’s varsity basketball team, the Storm? Delve into how team attitudes are shaping player performance this season.
Sports
The Underdog Rises: Gotham FC are Champions Once Again
By Janice Chen
A look into New York’s 2025 NWSL Championship.
Sports
The Whole Franchise is Consistent
By Max Schwartz
A deep dive into the OKC Thunder’s unparalleled meteoric rise to success and how they got here, along with a glimpse into the future—we will probably have to get used to seeing the blue and orange in the playoffs.
Sports
Sticky Fingers, Stronger Bonds: The Captains of Stuyvesant’s Ultimate Frisbee Team
This year’s captains, juniors Carter Kuo, Ryan Soon, and Max Xiao, share how they started their Ultimate Frisbee journeys, what challenges the team faces, and how Ultimate Frisbee continues to shape their high-school experiences.
Features
Finals on Regents Week: Is it the Best Option?
Students and faculty discuss the benefits of hosting finals on regents week. Art/Photo request: Student stressed about upcoming exams
Arts and Entertainment
Marty Supreme: The Cost of Winning
By Molly Gupta, Renata Firestone
Marty Supreme (2025) is an electrifying, rapid movie that focuses on how ambition leads to obsession, with stunning performances and successful cinematography anchoring the film.
Arts and Entertainment
Heated Rivalry Is More Than Just Hot
By Anonymous
Heated Rivalry features important queer representation and captivating storytelling that is making a real impact, making it truly worth a watch.
News
Four Stuyvesant Students Earn 2026 Regeneron Science Talent Search Scholar Distinction
By Amy Mitchneck, Bryan Boo, Jennifer Zheng, Nathaniel Lasher
Stuyvesant students Sophia Yinghan, Hailan Chen, Vincent Chen, and Rhea Malhotra were four of 300 selected as Regeneron scholars.
Sports
Super Bowl LX Predictions
The Spectator’s Sports Department predicts the outcome of Super Bowl LX, played on February 8 between the New England Patriots and the Seattle Seahawks.
Features
Outstanding O’Malley: The One and Only
By Zobia Syed
An in-depth interview with Dr. O’Malley, where he explains details about his career and personal interests.
Arts and Entertainment
A Messy Adieu to Stranger Things
Season 5 is filled with small peaks and extreme lows, managing to disappoint and bore while evoking a tear.
Opinions
Mayor Mamdani’s Office of Mass Engagement
By Alice Frank
Mamdani’s Office of Mass Engagement has the potential to be revolutionary or dangerous—and it all depends on the New Yorkers who participate.
Opinions
Drug Enforcement and the Venezuelan Power Grab
The Trump administration has conducted boat strikes and captured Nicolás Maduro, actions that violate both U.S. and international law, all while misrepresenting the legality of the circumstances through rhetoric in order to pursue larger geopolitical and economic interests in Venezuela.
Humor
Programming Office Accidentally Issues Tolerable Schedule
By Matthew Chen
Junior Avery Jones receives a slightly better schedule than usual. An exclusive look into the programming office explains the consequences.
Humor
The Cave Journey to Freedom and Glory
By Chloe Zheng
An escape journey through the loose tile on the ceiling of the third-floor gym.
Opinions
The Dawn of a New World Order
By Lukas Yao
The world as we know it is changing, and the winners will be those who can adapt.
Features
Record Low Turnout Marks First Freshman Caucus Election Under Phone Ban
By Tiffany Wang
With only 252 out of 827 freshmen voting in this year’s election, Stuyvesant recorded its lowest voter turnout as the phone ban and technical difficulties created unprecedented barriers to student participation.
Opinions
How Hong Kong was Tamed in Six Years
Conditioned fear is the biggest tool in an authoritarian tool kit to prevent political dissidence in Hong Kong.
Science
My White Streak: The Science and Struggle of Alopecia Areata
A personal story that explores the science, treatment options, and emotional impact of alopecia areata.
Science
Fluoride: Friend or Foe?
While fluoride helps prevent tooth decay, there are ongoing concerns about potential health risks for children and teenagers, so careful moderation and further research are necessary.
Opinions
More Than a Game: How Cards Connect Generations
Games are a way for our generation to create lasting and natural relationships with their elders.
Opinions
In Defense of Dissent
By Nina Benson
A look into the importance of disagreement to development, especially in an era defined by social media and trends.
Arts and Entertainment
Adventure Comes Ashore in STC’s Treasure Island
From bold directorial decisions to intense performances from the show's cast and a technical crew functioning at its best, STC’s winter drama Treasure Island was a big success.
Sports
NCAA Women’s Volleyball Tournament Recap
By Angelica Pan
A recap of the 2025 NCAA Women’s Volleyball season, and what to expect moving into the next season.
Humor
Stuyvesant Politics: Pen or Pencil
Stuyvesant experiences a turbulent political climate as a conflict arises over pen vs. pencil.
Humor
In Memory of Cherished Snow Days
By Victor Ma
This is an eulogy to snow days, highlighting everything good (and bad) about them until their recent termination after COVID.
Features
Grandparental Origins
I’ve had the privilege of knowing all four of my grandparents, and so much of who I am has been shaped by this, often in ways I only recently became aware of.
Features
From Polls to Policy: Students Divided on Mamdani’s Educational Transition
By Cordelia Liem, Isla Broadbent
Students express their views on Zohran Mamdani’s policies for youth and education, including his lack thereof.
Sports
My NFL Honors Picks
These are my personal picks for the NFL Honors awards that will be announced on February 5, 2026.
Arts and Entertainment
A Window Into the Top Film and Television of 2025
By Kabir Madan, Oscar Scribner
Although it had its flaws, 2025’s year in film and television surpasses 2024 and provides hope going into 2026 and beyond.
Sports
The Uncertain Future of Golden State
The Warriors are in a tough position with a recent Jimmy Butler injury and a lack of help for point guard Stephen Curry, and must consider a rebuild.
News
Two Stuyvesant Seniors Selected as Posse Scholars
Seniors Stefan Broge and Marlee Sidor were recently selected as Posse Scholars.
Features
Should School Be In Session On “Snow Days”?
Recently, everyone has to watch every step they take and make sure they haven’t submerged the cuffs of their pants into a slush of dirty, slippery snow. The warning of an impending snowstorm took almost all by surprise, and caused the New York City Public Schools (NYCPS) to declare Monday, January 26, as a remote snow day. What do Stuyvesant students and staff have to say about that? Let's find out!
Features
Eighteen
By Iman Nawaz
I don’t know what I will be in the future, and that is perfectly normal.
Sports
What Shohei Ohtani Still Needs to Become the Greatest
Shohei Ohtani has already cemented himself in history as one of baseball’s most unique talents.
Sports
Here Comes the Storm
By Erin Goggin, Rafael Zornoza
What’s in store for Stuyvesant’s varsity basketball team, the Storm? Delve into how team attitudes are shaping player performance this season.
Sports
The Underdog Rises: Gotham FC are Champions Once Again
By Janice Chen
A look into New York’s 2025 NWSL Championship.
Science
Humans: The Bears’ Next Meal?
Due to food scarcity, bears in Japan have started to turn to humans for their next meal, and if this issue is not properly recognized and emphasized, behavioral changes and ecosystem disturbances may become a habitual occurrence.
Sports
The Whole Franchise is Consistent
By Max Schwartz
A deep dive into the OKC Thunder’s unparalleled meteoric rise to success and how they got here, along with a glimpse into the future—we will probably have to get used to seeing the blue and orange in the playoffs.
Sports
Sticky Fingers, Stronger Bonds: The Captains of Stuyvesant’s Ultimate Frisbee Team
This year’s captains, juniors Carter Kuo, Ryan Soon, and Max Xiao, share how they started their Ultimate Frisbee journeys, what challenges the team faces, and how Ultimate Frisbee continues to shape their high-school experiences.