Michelle Kim

Mirror through Minari: Film languages subject to outdated rules

“What is this place?” “It’s our home.” A man helps his wife up to the doorway of their trailer home, reminding her of the new beginning they promised to pursu...

Finding middle ground: Breaking boundaries through discussion

“It was just really sad seeing how much people were dividing themselves and blocking people on social media,” senior Giulia Santos said. “I don’t think that’s h...

Follow the guidelines, please: Selfish actions ruin community efforts

As the sun shines through my window and I scroll through my social media feed, post after post shows groups of smiling teens gathered at a beach or having a pic...

Pressure to be productive: The unceasing demand for achievement

In the absence of online assignments or a personal project to occupy my time, even casually scrolling through social media makes me feel anxious; I can never ch...

Restaurant Reactions: How local businesses are staying afloat

Colorful, empty storefronts and a silent atmosphere make downtown Palo Alto more reminiscent of a ghost town than the bustling street it once was. At the center...

Taking time for self-care | Verde Vlogs: Social distancing | March 19, 2020

On March 19, Business Manager Michelle Kim vlogs her day of self-care and learning new skills, as a way to cope with the shelter-in-place order and social d...

Verde’s Oscars: Re-imagining the renowned awards show

As the last of the vibrant suits and extravagant dresses make their way down the red carpet, tens of millions of Americans grab their snacks and make themselves...

EPA closes public schools, opens new charter school

With the construction of a new charter high school in East Palo Alto underway, the Ravenswood City School District will close two public elementary schools. ...

Telefèric Barcelona: Authentic Spanish cuisine makes its way to Palo Alto

Though eateries in Palo Alto already represent a rich mix of international cultures, authentic Spanish cuisine has only recently made a breakthrough on the loca...

Alina Taratorin: Inside the world of a competitive ballerina

As for pictures in the photo studio, every move she makes is graceful and delicate. Her arms float above her head and unhurried steps guide her body through the...

Mirror through Minari: Film languages subject to outdated rules

Restaurant Reactions: How local businesses are staying afloat

Verde’s Oscars: Re-imagining the renowned awards show

EPA closes public schools, opens new charter school

Telefèric Barcelona: Authentic Spanish cuisine makes its way to Palo Alto

Alina Taratorin: Inside the world of a competitive ballerina

Michelle Kim

Students permitted to return to campus four days a week

Uplift Local promotes economic recovery

Council passes firefighter equality motion

Kurious minds lend a hand: A robotics team gives back during COVID

Verde’s Oscar picks: Predicting the upcoming Academy Awards

Real Produce Market: New Palo Alto store offers multicultural products

Fostering frenzy: Families support local shelter animals

Stop Asian Hate: Community reacts to anti-Asian violence