The student news site of Los Altos High School in Los Altos, California

The Talon
The student news site of Los Altos High School in Los Altos, California

The Talon
The student news site of Los Altos High School in Los Altos, California

The Talon
Ishaani Dhanotra

Ishaani Dhanotra, Senior Writer

All content by Ishaani Dhanotra

Yes: History shows us that increased vigilance and stricter laws can make a difference against gun violence in America

By Ishaani Dhanotra, Staff Writer
June 24, 2023
Protesters advocate for gun control measures.

Two sides of the gun control debate from LAHS students

By Ishaani Dhanotra and Anonymous
June 24, 2023
Since its inception, Disney villains have been archetypally crafted to fit racist or sexuality-based stereotypes.

Disney’s villains are all part of a story. Sometimes, a racist one.

By Ishaani Dhanotra, Staff Writer
June 7, 2023
The 1947 Western film “Angel and the Badman” is pictured next to A24’s 2019 “Midsommar.” Both films are symbolic of the genres the film industry leaned toward at the time.

How A24 is changing the film industry

By Ishaani Dhanotra, Staff Writer
June 7, 2023
Speech & Debate: the fight to end sexism is not over

Speech & Debate: the fight to end sexism is not over

By Audrey Zhu, Audrey Tsai, and Ishaani Dhanotra
March 30, 2023
Evelyn Wang, played by Michelle Yeoh, places a symbolic third eye on her forehead in the form of a googly eye. The recent success of “Everything Everywhere All At Once” at the Oscars shows the growing demand for genuine representation and how films centered around Asian cultures deserve their place in mainstream Hollywood.

“Everything Everywhere All At Once” sets new standards for Asian representation

By Audrey Tsai and Ishaani Dhanotra
March 27, 2023
Opinion: Blowing bubbles, or promoting violence?

Opinion: Blowing bubbles, or promoting violence?

By Ishaani Dhanotra, Staff Writer
March 2, 2023
On her highly anticipated tenth studio album, Taylor Swift delves into the darkest parts of her mind, and presents her findings in the form of bubbly pop. It’s a multifaceted and flawed piece, but a worthwhile listen.

Midnights: Taylor Swift’s Lavender-tinted Return to Pop

By Ishaani Dhanotra
November 28, 2022
Ayjay Bentovim: Homecoming Top 20

Ayjay Bentovim: Homecoming Top 20

By Ishaani Dhanotra, Staff Writer
October 26, 2022
Tessa Player: Homecoming Top 20

Tessa Player: Homecoming Top 20

By Ishaani Dhanotra, Staff Writer
October 24, 2022
A stand at Linden Tree Books showcases the latest trending novels. As social media’s role in reading increases, so does the mark it leaves on local bookstores.

Where reading and social media collide

By Ishaani Dhanotra, Staff Writer
October 10, 2022
Here's the royal-tea: Was colonialism that long ago?

Here’s the royal-tea: Was colonialism that long ago?

By Ishaani Dhanotra, Staff Writer
October 7, 2022
A collage of advertisements for this year’s statewide proposition elections. Next month, Californians will vote on seven important ballot measures that will affect the state in issues ranging from abortion to art funding.

A guide to propositions in the California 2022 Election

By Ishaani Dhanotra, Staff Writer
October 6, 2022
The 2022 midterm elections are coming up next month. Here's how to register (or pre-register) to vote.

Voting registration and pre-registration: here’s how to have your voice heard

By Ishaani Dhanotra, Staff Writer
October 6, 2022
Femininity in film culture: to pink or not to pink

Femininity in film culture: to pink or not to pink

By Ishaani Dhanotra, Staff Writer
September 12, 2022
Beyoncé Knowles-Carter reclines on a transparent horse in front of a Renaissance-style painting while singing into a microphone. Beyoncé's latest album, released July 29, 2022, is escapism at its finest, combining house, disco, soul and R&B influences.

Beyoncé: Renaissance Woman

By Ishaani Dhanotra, Staff Writer
September 12, 2022
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