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The Monarch

The Student News Site of Archbishop Mitty High School

The Monarch

The Student News Site of Archbishop Mitty High School

The Monarch

Performativemaxxing: A Guide to the Bay’s Best Matcha

Performativemaxxing: A Guide to the Bay’s Best Matcha

Marcella Ngo, Staff Writer April 21, 2026
Everyone’s opinions on its flavor seem to vary from a polarized “inject this into my veins” to a bitter “why am I drinking grass?” Since matcha has been labeled the performative drink to accompany a flannel button up, wired earphones (playing Clairo, of course), and a concerningly oversized pair of baggy jeans, I decided to do some of my own digging and find the best spots to secure a good quality latte.
6-7 and the Evolution of Brainrot

6-7 and the Evolution of Brainrot

Ellen Son, Staff Writer October 13, 2025
Whether brainrot culture develops into an inescapable phenomenon or fad, the scale of influence is evident in this age of technological reliance.
Are People Caring About Award Shows Again?

Are People Caring About Award Shows Again?

Ali Allarde, Staff Writer February 25, 2025
It’s safe to say that award shows, once prestigious events that garnered tens of millions in viewership, have been on a downward spiral. However, 2025 seems to be different, with the former spirit of award shows coming back in full force.
Brainrot, Costco Guys, and What it Means For the Future

Brainrot, Costco Guys, and What it Means For the Future

Tristan Brady, Staff Writer December 9, 2024
Brainrot. Chances are you know this term if you’ve spent any amount of time on the internet, irrespective of the platform. Originally used in an ironic sense, the term has become a commonplace. Eventually, it evolved into a blanket term for the doom-scrolling we do that provides little to no brain stimulation.
Sushi Without Seafood: Tane Redefines the Roll

Sushi Without Seafood: Tane Redefines the Roll

Amira Mulji, Staff Writer December 7, 2024
Who says sushi lovers can’t be vegetarian? For me, it’s one of my favorite cuisines—and Tane Vegan Izakaya proves why. In a world where sushi is filled with fresh seafood and thinly sliced fish, many find it impossible to have the perfect dish without these staples. Yet, Tane shatters expectations transforming the art of sushi into a plant-based masterpiece and delivering a jaw-dropping twist on Japanese cuisine.
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