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Eastside leadership says farewell
Eastside leadership says farewell
Behind the scenes of Senior Assassin
Behind the scenes of Senior Assassin
Coffeehouse 2026 raises awareness for autism acceptance through "Wizard of Oz" theme
Coffeehouse 2026 raises awareness for autism acceptance through “Wizard of Oz” theme
Cary Bloom ('26), Jake Forstadt ('26), Alexis Nowakowski ('26), Tracy Vuong ('26), Ben Sautter ('26) and Aneesh Rajagopal ('27) pose with their second place award. Used with permission from Kaushik Rachuri ('26).
Two East DECA teams take second place at ICDC
Mr. Buco is crowned Mr. East and receives his flowers and prize.
Mr. East 2026 contestants compete for stardom
Tyler Whitney ('27) hits his driver off the tee on the par-5 fourth hole.
The Masters: Diving into the sport
Hunter Sobus ('26) runs across lacrosse field mid-game
The end of the beginning: a student-athlete story
Mike Fekete ('27) steps up to bat against Eastern's pitcher. Used with permission from Abigail Callahan ('26).
East baseball defeated by Eastern Regional High School
Josh Hammer ('26) saves the ball during a lacrosse game.
Josh Hammer (’26) reaches 600 saves in his high school lacrosse career
Zach Kellerman ('28) poses with his winning bracket for March Madness.
Kellerman ranks 14th in the country for ESPN’s March Madness bracket
World Cup excites fans across the East Coast. Fans Cheer During The Netherlands vs. Denmark Soccer Match by Flickr is licensed under CC0 1.0.
World Cup fever brings local communities together
Cherry Hill Township hosts May Wellness Walk at Challenge Grove Park
Cherry Hill Township hosts May Wellness Walk at Challenge Grove Park
"Art Blooms" Juried Art Exhibit celebrates South Jersey artistry
“Art Blooms” Juried Art Exhibit celebrates South Jersey artistry
A sign for Sabrina's Cafe in Collingswood hangs above the sidewalk.
Sabrina’s Cafe in Collingswood celebrates its 25th anniversary
Lockart conducts the Rock Voices choir during the concert.
Rock Voices brings community together through music
Cherry Hill High School East seniors prepare to graduate on June 18.
Celebrations and controversy surrounds graduation season
East students must stand up to slow walkers
East students must stand up to slow walkers
East needs to address political intolerance
East needs to address political intolerance
Stop blocking my computer and my education
Stop blocking my computer and my education
More than the score: Understanding what DECA results really mean
More than the score: Understanding what DECA results really mean
The Watchlist Episode 1: "Obsession" (2026)
The Watchlist Episode 1: “Obsession” (2026)
The album cover of Drake's "Iceman."
Drake’s surprise trio of albums represents a return to the limelight
"Obsession" has quickly become one of the greatest indie film successes in cinema history.
“Obsession” sparks a cultural phenomenon
The power and problems of reality TV
The power and problems of reality TV
The cover of Olivia Rodrigo's "Drop Dead."
Olivia Rodrigo returns with “drop dead” ahead of upcoming album
Depression is often misrepresented in the media
Depression is often misrepresented in the media
Exposure to negative news can worsen anxiety
Exposure to negative news can worsen anxiety
Tech layoffs surge as AI in the workplace grows
Tech layoffs surge as AI in the workplace grows
France plans to reduce the use of fossil fuels. ExxonMobil operation near Chicago, IL, summer of 2014 by Richard_Hurd is licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0.
France unveils plan to transition away from fossil fuels
Hantavirus outbreak. 3D still showing life cycle of Hantavirus. by scientificanimations is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Hantavirus outbreak heightens tensions
President Donald Trump promoted the development of the Anti-Weaponization Fund despite congressional disapproval. "Donald Trump" by The White House is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0
Trump’s ‘Anti-Weaponization Fund’ faces bipartisan backlash
Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard announced her resignation from her role due to her husband's health complications. "Tulsi Gabbard" by Gage Skidmore is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0
Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard resigns from her role following other Cabinet members
Throughout President Donald Trump's two terms, the power of the executive branch has greatly expanded, threatening to offset the system of checks and balances.
The threat to checks and balances: Congress and the Supreme Court must stand up to Trump
Contrary to popular belief, religious persecution still remains a major issue in the Middle East, Asia and Africa.
An Iranian refugee sheds light on the reality of modern religious persecution
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) Enforcement conduct a Family Unit (FAMU) removal flight to Guatemala. "U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's (ICE) Enforcement" by NARA Archive is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0
ICE agents induce anxiety at airports nationwide
New Jersey Commissioner of Education Dr. Lily Laux (left) walks through the halls of John A. Carusi Middle School while conversing with Board of Education President Gina Winters (right).
NJ Commissioner of Education Dr. Lily Laux visits Cherry Hill Public Schools amid budget crisis
Cherry Hill High School East seniors prepare to graduate on June 18.
Celebrations and controversy surrounds graduation season
Behind the scenes of Senior Assassin
Behind the scenes of Senior Assassin
The power and problems of reality TV
The power and problems of reality TV
Throughout President Donald Trump's two terms, the power of the executive branch has greatly expanded, threatening to offset the system of checks and balances.
The threat to checks and balances: Congress and the Supreme Court must stand up to Trump
The Watchlist Episode 1: "Obsession" (2026)
The Watchlist Episode 1: “Obsession” (2026)
The Dancer Diaries Season 3 Episode 8: Fueling Sustainable Careers In Dance With Alissa Nehrlich
The Dancer Diaries Season 3 Episode 8: Fueling Sustainable Careers In Dance With Alissa Nehrlich
The Dancer Diaries Season 3 Episode 7: Where pointe shoes meet the stage with Brooke Wasserman
The Dancer Diaries Season 3 Episode 7: Where pointe shoes meet the stage with Brooke Wasserman
The Dancer Diaries Season 3 Episode 6: From injury to empowerment with Allyson Lowis
The Dancer Diaries Season 3 Episode 6: From injury to empowerment with Allyson Lowis
The Dancer Diaries Season 3 Episode 5: The psychology behind performance with Lauren Ostrander McArdle
The Dancer Diaries Season 3 Episode 5: The psychology behind performance with Lauren Ostrander McArdle
COMIC: The procrastinator
COMIC: The procrastinator
COMIC: Student athlete
COMIC: Student athlete
COMIC: Spring break
COMIC: Spring break
COMIC: The alarm
COMIC: The alarm
Comic: The Assignment
Comic: The Assignment
Prom King Nathan Aguelo ('26) and Prom Queen Sophia Esposito ('26) pose together after winning by popular vote among the attendees.
PHOTOS: Senior Prom 2026
Juniors pose for a picture.
PHOTOS: Junior Prom 2026
Erica Li ('29) poses in a standing side split during the CSA performance.
PHOTOS: Multicultural Day 2026
A sign reads "Protest while you still can."
PHOTOS: Protests in the community
No Kings protesters gather at the rally at the intersection of the Benjamin Franklin Parkway and 22nd street, with Philadelphia City Hall in the background.
Philadelphia’s third No Kings protest through a lens
Growing leaders across Cherry Hill gather to drive community growth
Growing leaders across Cherry Hill gather to drive community growth
Cherry Hill Township hosts May Wellness Walk at Challenge Grove Park
Cherry Hill Township hosts May Wellness Walk at Challenge Grove Park
"Art Blooms" Juried Art Exhibit celebrates South Jersey artistry
“Art Blooms” Juried Art Exhibit celebrates South Jersey artistry
Mr. Know-It-All is thrown into the air by the other Mr. East contestants.
Mr. East 2026 performances
Kaelan Faria ('27) and Taylor Damon ('28) perform a partner dance during the African American Culture Club performance.
Multicultural Day performances celebrate East culture
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Mika Bhaskaran

Mika Bhaskaran, Eastside STEM Editor

Mika Bhaskaran is a junior and the STEM Editor for Eastside. She’s part of FOP, French club, and ICS. Outside of school, she can be found traveling with family, reading a good book, and listening to Ariana Grande or Madison Beer. Mika is excited for her second year on the Eastside board!

All content by Mika Bhaskaran
Iran faces an environmental crisis. Why Climate Change Is a Matter of Justice by Jolin Li is licensed under CC BY-ND-NC 1.0.

Iran faces an environmental crisis

Mika Bhaskaran, Eastside STEM Editor
March 29, 2026

A thick haze hangs over Tehran, but this is no ordinary smog. In early March 2026, following a series of airstrikes on fuel depots and oil infrastructure around the capital, the sky turned darker still. Massive oil fires burned for days, and in their...

AI washing raises risks of unemployment

AI washing raises risks of unemployment

Mika Bhaskaran, Eastside STEM Editor
March 19, 2026

Artificial intelligence has become one of the most powerful buzzwords in modern business. From investor calls to company press releases, firms increasingly present themselves as leaders in cutting edge AI innovation. However, behind the confident language...

Parental warmth promotes healthy child development. Tender Family Moment with Newborn Baby by Natalia Olivera is licensed under CC0.

Parental warmth nourishes child development

Mika Bhaskaran, Eastside STEM Editor
March 9, 2026

Across psychology and public health research, one factor consistently stands out in shaping a child’s future: the emotional climate at home. Scientists and child-development experts increasingly emphasize the importance of parental warmth–everyday...

1/3 of cancer cases can be prevented

1/3 of cancer cases can be prevented

Mika Bhaskaran, Eastside Stem Editor
February 22, 2026

Cancer remains the leading cause of illness and death worldwide, and cases are expected to rise in the coming decades if current trends continue. However, researchers estimate that about 40% of new cancer cases globally could be prevented. The conclusion...

Madison Beer performs for her fans. Madison Beer @ The Wiltern 11 28 2021 by Justin Higuchi is licensed under Creative Commons Attribution 2.0 Generic.

Madison Beer releases new album “locket”

Mika Bhaskaran, Eastside STEM Editor
January 23, 2026

Madison Beer’s third studio album titled “locket” released on January 16, 2026, follows her 2023 album “Silence Between Songs” and continues her exploration of vulnerability, identity, and emotional self-awareness. While the album maintains...

NASA prepares to launch Artemis II

NASA prepares to launch Artemis II

Mika Bhaskaran, Eastside STEM Editor
September 27, 2025

Artemis I, the first in a series of missions designed to advance human exploration of the Moon and eventually Mars, launched on November 26, 2022. Nearly four years later, NASA is preparing to launch Artemis II in early 2026. Artemis I and II are both...

Addison Rae releases her new album, "Addison." "Addison" by Addison Rae is in the Public Domain

Addison Rae rebrands with “Addison”

Mika Bhaskaran, Eastside STEM Editor
July 12, 2025

Lana Del Rey, Britney Spears, Madonna, and Lady Gaga – all of whom Addison Rae’s music has been compared to since the release of her debut album, “Addison,” on June 6. Rae brings back visuals and music from the late ‘90s and early 2000s, filling...

East Students dance in the cafeteria at the Sophomore Cotillion.

Sophomore Cotillion recap

Mika Bhaskaran, Eastside Photo Editor
March 3, 2025

Sophomore Cotillion, also called “Soph Cot,” took place on Thursday, February 20, from 7:00 to 10:00 PM. The class of 2027 were able to choose from a couple of themes for their dance, but they ultimately chose “Night under the Lights.” Sophomores...

An artistic visualization of the influenza virus. "Influenza Virus" by NIAID is licensed under CC BY 2.0

The rise of viruses in New Jersey

Mika Bhaskaran, Eastside Photo Editor
February 18, 2025

Starting in the beginning of 2025, there has been a surge of several respiratory illnesses such as influenza (flu), respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and COVID-19 throughout the U.S. Initially, doctors have said that most respiratory infections are mild....

STEM degrees continue to be a worthwhile choice for a number of reasons.

STEM degrees continue to dominate “most valuable” list

Mika Bhaskaran, Eastside Photo Editor
February 13, 2025

According to a study from Bankrate, the 15 most valuable college majors are all part of STEM, with electrical engineering taking first place, computer engineering in second, and petroleum engineering in third place. These degrees take determination, focus,...

Overuse of social media correlates to increased feelings of loneliness.

Social media promotes loneliness

Mika Bhaskaran, Eastside Photo Editor
January 31, 2025

The continuous rise of technology has brought forth the immense world of social media. Through various apps such as TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat, and X, people from all parts of the world are able to connect with each other. Individuals are able to make...

The music industry faces an uncertain future with the rise of AI-generated content.

AI-generated content in the music industry

Mika Bhaskaran, Eastside Photo Editor
November 30, 2024

Prior to today’s technology, creating music required significant time and effort. Musicians would need to source real instruments, record each sound individually, layer multiple tracks, and painstakingly mix and master the elements to craft the desired...

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