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A very merry ‘Observer’ gift-giving guide

By Brittany Goodman, News Editor January 8, 2014

For those of you on the nice list or trying to get off the naughty list, here are a few gift ideas that will bring as much joy as Santa receives from eating cookies from all over the world. If you are...

Club works to recycle food one lunch at a time

Club works to recycle food one lunch at a time

By GIl Jacobson, Production Editor January 7, 2014

The five-minute warning bell rings and students begin scrambling to gather all of their stuff and head off to class.  Inevitably, students who do not finish their lunches will toss their remains of their...

Driver service phone app is Uber convenient

Driver service phone app is ‘Uber’ convenient

By Jordan Maser and Dana Harris January 7, 2014

My family tends to play musical cars, and I am unfortunately most often the one left without a ride. When I am without cash and in serious need of transportation, my "go-to" option is Uber. The Uber application,...

Airlines consider offering in-flight cell service

Airlines consider offering in-flight cell service

By Ilana Berger, Online News Editor January 2, 2014

Ain’t no river wider enough, ain’t no valley low enough to break the sacred bond between an individual and his or her cell phone. Leading in-flight wireless company GoGo, Inc. has launched a service...

The Observers guide to Winter Break

The Observer’s guide to Winter Break

By Katie Clem, Production Editor December 20, 2013

Christmas break is approaching which means visiting family or traveling abroad. However staying home this break does not mean it has to be boring. Here are some suggestions of what to do here in the DMV...

CHS sits down with creator of Reactr

CHS sits down with creator of Reactr

By Natalie Cortez, Public Relations December 17, 2013

Here at CHS, sending “lol” provoking pictures to friends is a popular and reccurring phenomenon. However, one is constantly bombarded with the redundant “omg” or “haha” responses from people. ...

Two million passwords stolen in social media hackings

Two million passwords stolen in social media hackings

By Aileen Choi, Staff Writer December 13, 2013

When senior Marc Estevadeordal attempts to log into his Gmail account, all he sees are red words over a black box, spelling out “incorrect.” After several trials and lengthy troubleshooting, he finally...

CHS prepare for the coming of the sweaters

CHS prepare for the coming of the sweaters

By Greer Smith, Opinions Editor December 13, 2013

It is that glorious time of year where one can dig into the closet and pull out the wooliest, gaudiest, and most festive sweater known to man. That is right, coming up Dec. 16-20 is the long awaited Sweater...

President Obama pardons turkey

President Obama pardons turkey

By Alissa Li, Staff Writer December 4, 2013

When November comes around, every turkey hides in fear, afraid that they will end up on a platter on Thanksgiving Day. However, there is one turkey that can safely live in peace as the others scramble...

Prequel to Sex and the City lives up to hype

Prequel to Sex and the City lives up to hype

By Brittany Goodman, News Editor December 4, 2013

Have you ever wondered what came before Sex and the City?  The Carrie Diaries is a teen drama television series on The CW that captures the essence of youth, love, lust, adventure, and hardships— everything...

Students excitedly anticipate ‘Hunger Games’ sequel

By Caitlin Doherty, Circulation Manager December 3, 2013

In an intimidating futuristic dystopian society made up of 12 varying districts, one courageous girl threatens to change everything. The Hunger Games: Catching Fire, sequel of The Hunger Games trilogy,...

Studies show grateful outlook leads to happier life

By Catherine Goohs, Online Arts Editor December 3, 2013

"Thank you." These two simple words not only make the receiver feel appreciated, but they also have a profound effect on the thanker. Studies have shown a connection between those who practice gratitude...

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