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The Student News Site of Buena High School

Buena Speaks

The Student News Site of Buena High School

Buena Speaks

More and more womens sports teams are beginning to challenge the dress codes. The Norwegian womens handball team is one of many instances where uniform norms and regulations are being protested against. The result of this act marks great progressive movement in the sports world.

What’s wrong with shorts?

Zyanya Garcia, Staff Writer November 4, 2021

It was July 19, 2021 when an official statement was released saying that the Norwegian Women’s Handball team was being fined for wearing elastic shorts instead of bikini bottoms. This is a problem that...

For parents, new apps and technology are developed to watch over their teen children, offering reassurance that their children are safe. However, some teens believe this to be too invasive and offers little independence.

Are parents overstepping teen’s boundaries?

Jannine Lozano, Section Editor May 21, 2021

It is not too uncommon for teens to get annoyed with their parents, but it could be because parents are constantly overstepping your boundaries. Many teens experience the frustration of modern day technology...

Many of the true crime shows we watch today have been around for years, and were made for the purpose of viewer interaction.

True Crime should not be viewed as pure entertainment.

Sedona Brickley, Staff Writer May 10, 2021

Dateline, 20/20, Forensic Files, and Unsolved Mysteries. All of these shows have something in common: they inform audiences about previous or current major crimes including homicides and disappearances.  Such...

A village home in Nepal which advocates the end of child labor.

The shocking realities of fast fashion

Jannine Lozano, Section Editor April 27, 2021

Many people often do not give a second thought to who produced the clothing when purchasing a piece from a brand. From shopping for the latest trends to the basic “essentials” to add to ones wardrobe,...

What you do in the morning is a game changer.

What you do in the morning is a game changer.

Sedona Brickley, Writer's Staff April 19, 2021

Morning routines have been reevaluated over the last year with people around the globe  quarantined inside their homes. With this change, some people grasped onto these routines, perfecting them until...

Many students when put into breakout rooms are left ignored in silence. such as the person on the left.

Breakout rooms: Are they really productive?

Galilea Velasco, Section Editor March 29, 2021

Through teachers' efforts to keep social interaction and collaboration, even through distance learning, students are put into groups on Zoom known as breakout rooms, but unfortunately they are not always...

Not only are people targeted by cancel culture, but so are brands.

Should cancel culture be cancelled?

Sedona Brickley, Staff Writer March 26, 2021

Imagine a world where your opinions completely dictated your popularity in society and with the people around you. A place where your whole career could be destroyed over a mere disagreement. Believe it...

Image of the word finals and words associated with the word.

Finals through distance learning, really? Yes

Galilea Velasco, Section Editor March 4, 2021

Due to distance learning and the weather, students found themselves dealing with internet connectivity issues that momentarily interrupted them y from being able to take their finals. Many felt anxious...

Graphic which represents the emotions which victims of human trafficking feel.

Dangers of Human Trafficking

Jannine Lozano, Staff Writer March 1, 2021

An estimated 600,000 to 800,000 men and women are trafficked internationally according to the Office for Victims of Crime Association. This worldwide industry lures in its victims at their most vulnerable...

Graphic representing that social media is guiding what should be allowed to be on their platforms, causing some users to believe this is unnecessary censorship.

Freedom of Speech: Are we at risk with social media censorship?

Madeline Marshall, Section Editor February 27, 2021

Roars of both protest and relief spread fast around the world on Jan. 8, 2021, as former president Donald Trump was permanently suspended from Twitter. Amongst all the chaos it has stirred the question:...

Exactly one week before Super Bowl LV kicks off at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Fla. When this picture was taken, preparations were still being made for the expected 22,000 fans that would show up in-person.

New Generation vs. Old Generation In Super Bowl LV

Kevin Cox, Staff Writer February 27, 2021

In the world of sports, time seems to inevitably deteriorate a player’s performance regardless of how great they once were. Tom Brady, now on his 17th season after winning his 7th super bowl, makes him...

Why the 9-5 Lifestyle is Overrated

Sedona Brickley, Staff Writer February 23, 2021

Many do not question that status quo and would not entertain thoughts of an unconventional lifestyle, If you grow up in a city like Ventura, where most people work during the week in an office or for a...

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