Volume 117 Issue 3

News

The Price Point

The Price Point is a new beat written by News Editor Brendan Tan, covering recent economic events and providing Stuy students with an easy understanding of critical economics concepts that affect our day-to-day lives.

Sports

The Abysmal Future of The Los Angeles Clippers

The NBA’s penalties weakened a Clippers team that had already traded its draft future

Sports

It’s Never Too Late For Tennis

Injuries may have been the headline of the 2026 US Open, but the tournament still delivered.

News

Stuyvesant Speech and Debate Crowned NYSFL State Champions

The Stuyvesant Speech and Debate Team championed and placed at the annual NYSFL Tournament in April.

Humor

¿Cómo se dice LARPing en Español?

An anecdotal article about struggles in a foreign language class.

Humor

I FOUND THE EVIDENCE: If You’re Reading This, There’s Something Wrong with Reality

A cry for help published by an ordinary student who has discovered extraordinary evidence “proving” reality is not actually real, further spiraling them into madness.

Features

Dear Incoming Faculty of 2026, WE ARE EXCITED TO HAVE YOU!

Introducing Stuyvesant’s Newest Teachers!

Features

A Fresh Perspective: Class of ‘30

Freshmen from the Class of ‘30 share their experiences after their first few days of high school.

Arts and Entertainment

“1 More” Homage to Persona 5 (2016)

Persona 5 (2016)’s tenth anniversary truly leads players to reflect on what makes it unforgettable, even now.

Arts and Entertainment

Bite Of The Issue

Tashkent Supermarket’s shawarma offers Stuyvesant students an unusually filling, affordable, and delicious lunch just two subway stops away.

Arts and Entertainment

To Infinity and Beyond: The Return of Toy Story

Toy Story 5 and how it reflects our modern day society.

Opinions

When Gas Prices Become a Political Tool, Climate Change Loses

As the midterm elections approach, Democrats should seize the opportunity to link the gas-driven affordability crisis and climate solutions in order to reduce our dependency on nonrenewable energy.

Opinions

The Chic Problem

A look into the (over)use of the word chic and what has sparked this recent obsession.

Opinions

The Start of a New Apple

Through the iPhone Duo and hybrid approach to AI, Apple’s new CEO John Ternus leads Apple into a new revolution built on hardware and software advancements.

Arts and Entertainment

Yayoi Kusama: Forever in Infinity

Bearing a few hundred dollars, sixty kimonos, and 2,000 drawings, twenty-nine-year-old Yayoi Kusama looked down from the observation deck of the Empire State Building and promised herself that “one day [she] would conquer New York and make [her] name in the world.”

News

Stuy SU x Big Sibs Host Big Sib/Little Sib Picnic

The Big Sibs and Student Union hosted their annual Big Sib/Little Sib Picnic on September 18th.

Humor

What Is the Meaning of Life?

The meaning of life is cheese. Why? Uhhh, I’ll tell you.

Humor

If You Give a Student an Extension...

Ever wondered what it’s like to be a teacher dealing with a bunch of Stuy students all day? Here’s what happens when you give one of them an extension.

Humor

Forget MBTI, Which Buldak Are You?

A completely unscientific personality quiz determines which Buldak flavor best represents the average Stuy student.

Features

160 Miles Apart

My sister recently moved out for college, which has made me relook our relationship and consider how both her presence and absence impact me.

Sports

The Billion-Dollar Gamble

Europe’s biggest clubs risked hundreds of millions this summer on players who had to prove themselves: three weeks in, some already have, and some haven’t.

News

The Price Point

The Price Point is a new beat written by News Editor Brendan Tan, covering recent economic events and providing Stuy students with an easy understanding of critical economics concepts that affect our day-to-day lives.

Sports

Reading the Field, Running the Team

Meet Fynn Chadwick, quarterback of Stuyvesant’s varsity football team, the Peglegs.

Sports

The Abysmal Future of The Los Angeles Clippers

The NBA’s penalties weakened a Clippers team that had already traded its draft future

Science

The Rising Trend of U.S. Researcher Emigration

A growing climate of uncertainty regarding research funding and termination increasingly pressures many American researchers to seek work abroad.

Science

“Did my Phone Just Vibrate?”—The Science of Phantom Notifications

The science behind phantom notifications is explored in this article, and included is how the frequent usage of phones and the buzzes felt when receiving notifications can cause the brain to misinterpret ordinary sensations as vibrations that never actually happened.

Sports

It’s Never Too Late For Tennis

Injuries may have been the headline of the 2026 US Open, but the tournament still delivered.

Science

The Glymphatic System: Why Sleep Is More Important Than We Think

While the glymphatic system is now known to clear waste during sleep, scientists are unsure of the role sleep plays in preventing the progression of neurodegenerative diseases.

Science

Chasing the Challenge of 5-Minute Charging

Charging an electric car in five minutes requires advances in battery chemistry, charging power, and electrical infrastructure to safely deliver and manage huge amounts of electricity.

Opinions

The Language Privilege Paradox

The global dominance of English makes it easy for many Americans to remain monolingual, yet consequently causes them to live in a monolingual bubble that limits their cognitive capabilities and ability to connect with diverse perspectives.

Opinions

When Gas Prices Become a Political Tool, Climate Change Loses

As the midterm elections approach, Democrats should seize the opportunity to link the gas-driven affordability crisis and climate solutions in order to reduce our dependency on nonrenewable energy.

Opinions

The Chic Problem

A look into the (over)use of the word chic and what has sparked this recent obsession.

Opinions

The Start of a New Apple

Through the iPhone Duo and hybrid approach to AI, Apple’s new CEO John Ternus leads Apple into a new revolution built on hardware and software advancements.

News

Stuyvesant Speech and Debate Crowned NYSFL State Champions

The Stuyvesant Speech and Debate Team championed and placed at the annual NYSFL Tournament in April.

Arts and Entertainment

Yayoi Kusama: Forever in Infinity

Bearing a few hundred dollars, sixty kimonos, and 2,000 drawings, twenty-nine-year-old Yayoi Kusama looked down from the observation deck of the Empire State Building and promised herself that “one day [she] would conquer New York and make [her] name in the world.”

News

Stuy SU x Big Sibs Host Big Sib/Little Sib Picnic

The Big Sibs and Student Union hosted their annual Big Sib/Little Sib Picnic on September 18th.

Humor

¿Cómo se dice LARPing en Español?

An anecdotal article about struggles in a foreign language class.

Humor

I FOUND THE EVIDENCE: If You’re Reading This, There’s Something Wrong with Reality

A cry for help published by an ordinary student who has discovered extraordinary evidence “proving” reality is not actually real, further spiraling them into madness.

Humor

What Is the Meaning of Life?

The meaning of life is cheese. Why? Uhhh, I’ll tell you.

Humor

If You Give a Student an Extension...

Ever wondered what it’s like to be a teacher dealing with a bunch of Stuy students all day? Here’s what happens when you give one of them an extension.

Humor

Forget MBTI, Which Buldak Are You?

A completely unscientific personality quiz determines which Buldak flavor best represents the average Stuy student.

Features

Dear Incoming Faculty of 2026, WE ARE EXCITED TO HAVE YOU!

Introducing Stuyvesant’s Newest Teachers!

Features

160 Miles Apart

My sister recently moved out for college, which has made me relook our relationship and consider how both her presence and absence impact me.

Features

A Fresh Perspective: Class of ‘30

Freshmen from the Class of ‘30 share their experiences after their first few days of high school.

Arts and Entertainment

“1 More” Homage to Persona 5 (2016)

Persona 5 (2016)’s tenth anniversary truly leads players to reflect on what makes it unforgettable, even now.

Arts and Entertainment

Bite Of The Issue

Tashkent Supermarket’s shawarma offers Stuyvesant students an unusually filling, affordable, and delicious lunch just two subway stops away.

Arts and Entertainment

To Infinity and Beyond: The Return of Toy Story

Toy Story 5 and how it reflects our modern day society.