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Scots Media @scotscoop.bsky.social · 13h

may last for months, heightening both flood and wildfire risks. State officials urge residents to remain vigilant, develop emergency plans, and take precautions to stay safe.

Check out Miles Nash's article on Scot Scoop!

Scots Media @scotscoop.bsky.social · 13h

Meteorologists warn that La Niña could bring another season of weather extremes to California, with heavy storms and flooding in the north and hotter, drier conditions in the south. Experts say these contrasting effects

Scots Media @scotscoop.bsky.social · 1d

They state that how companies choose to respond is what makes the difference.

Information from CNN
#Software #Technology #AWS

Scots Media @scotscoop.bsky.social · 1d

In a follow-up report, Amazon also said that they were improving communication protocols to alert customers more efficiently during future outages.

Experts say that large-scale outages like this are rare but also inevitable in massive networks.

Scots Media @scotscoop.bsky.social · 1d

Amazon stated that its engineers worked diligently to restore systems and have since implemented additional technology to prevent the same error from recurring. The company apologized for the widespread impact and pledged to strengthen its testing measures.

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disrupting food orders, hospital communications, and smart home devices worldwide.

Scots Media @scotscoop.bsky.social · 1d

A massive AWS outage took down major apps, including Netflix, Starbucks, and United Airlines, stemming from a single glitch. Two systems attempted to upload data simultaneously, resulting in an empty entry. This entry ultimately led to failure for the apps,

Scots Media @scotscoop.bsky.social · 1d

People everywhere mark the day by enjoying their favorite sandwich, trying a new combination, or stopping by a local deli for a bite.

Information from the National Day Calendar
#November3rd #NationalSandwichDay #Sandwiches

Scots Media @scotscoop.bsky.social · 1d

in American cuisine and a convenient meal enjoyed across cultures.

The day honors John Montagu, the 4th Earl of Sandwich, who, according to legend, asked for meat tucked between bread so he could eat without putting down his playing cards. Whether the story was true or not, his idea stuck.

Scots Media @scotscoop.bsky.social · 1d

This day, Nov 3 marks National Sandwich Day, celebrating one of America’s favorite foods and most versatile meals. From the different types of sandwiches, ranging from peanut butter and jelly sandwiches to deli creations, these dishes are a staple

Scots Media @scotscoop.bsky.social · 2d

Halloween outgrows its scare
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Ashley Mitchell

Ravens soar past Scots on senior night
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Alex Farrell

Halloween outgrows its scare

As people grow older, Halloween looks less like a haunted house and more like a runway show, and somewhere between the time of playing with dolls and taking the perfect Instagram photo, the meaning of...

Scots Media @scotscoop.bsky.social · 2d

Here's what you may have missed this week on Scot Scoop!

Halloween candy contributes to sugar overconsumption
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Whitney Hoffacker

Community members help shape Stanford’s vision of a new cancer center
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Zane Razzak

Scots Media @scotscoop.bsky.social · 3d

Here’s what you might have missed this week on Scot Scoop in cartoons!

Separated citizens
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Grace Stiefel

Interrupted liberty
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Jade Wu

Crowning around
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Caitlin Stehr

#clown #liberty #cartoon

Cartoon: Separated citizens

Scots Media @scotscoop.bsky.social · 4d

The actors performed with an immense amount of emotion and passion, creating a very powerful and inspiring show for its viewers.

Check out Albert Luo’s article on Scot Scoop!

#bluestockings #play #drama

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Carlmont drama’s ‘Blue Stockings’ brings history to life

After weeks of rehearsal and collaboration, the Carlmont High School drama program presented Jessica Swale’s “Blue Stockings” on stage, showcasing the dedication of the actors, tech crew, and director...

Scots Media @scotscoop.bsky.social · 4d

The Carlmont High School drama program recently performed its production of “Blue Stockings” by Jessica Swale.

There were four performances, taking place from Oct. 23 to Oct. 26, with the play promoting themes of gender equality, reform, and nonconformity.

Scots Media @scotscoop.bsky.social · 5d

Candy corn is a very popular Halloween candy, and around 35 million pounds of candy corn are sold each year.

Fun Fact: Did you know that the original name for candy corn was “Chicken Feed?”

#candycorn #halloween #sugar

Source: History

Scots Media @scotscoop.bsky.social · 5d

Today is National Candy Corn Day!

Candy corn is believed to have been invented in the 1880s by George Renninger, a worker at Wunderle Candy Company. Candy corn is made up of sugar and corn syrup, and it consists of three colored tiers (white, orange, and yellow).

Scots Media @scotscoop.bsky.social · 5d

From 3:00 to 5:00 p.m., the event featured a colorful display of costumes and San Mateo’s collective community spirit.

Photo creds: Shiori Chen
#photos #children #sanmateo

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Boos and Brews on B Street brings community together for a spooky celebration

The familiar, catchy sound of “Monster Mash” filled the Pedestrian Mall in San Mateo, attracting families from across the area for an afternoon of Halloween fun. At Boos and Brews on B Street, childre...

Scots Media @scotscoop.bsky.social · 5d

At Boos and Brews on B Street, children could trick-or-treat with local businesses or enjoy a range of family-friendly attractions, including photo booths, mini pumpkin decorating, and inflatable axe-throwing. Meanwhile, parents sampled drinks from the event’s mobile brewery.

Scots Media @scotscoop.bsky.social · 5d

The familiar, catchy sound of “Monster Mash” filled the Pedestrian Mall in San Mateo, attracting families from across the area for an afternoon of Halloween fun.

Scots Media @scotscoop.bsky.social · 6d

Fiestas Patrias brings cultural representation to the Latin American community
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Rowan Sheng, Ayaan Omer, and Emily Monteforte

#video #homecoming #representation

Fiestas Patrias brings cultural representation to the Latin American community

YouTube video by ScotCenter

Scots Media @scotscoop.bsky.social · 6d

Here’s what you may have missed this week on Scot Scoop in broadcast!

Homecoming 2025: A night to remember
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Jayden Young

Carlmont’s Homecoming football game rallies student spirit
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Rowan Sheng and Nathan Turnbeaugh

Scots Media @scotscoop.bsky.social · 6d

- According to studies done by the Pew Research Center, the internet has become more accessible for Gen Z media consumers because of the mass production of phones, laptops, tablets, and other electronic devices

Check out Adelyn Chan’s article on Scot Scoop!
#food #socialmedia #technology

Scots Media @scotscoop.bsky.social · 6d

- Food content has become one of the top multimedia categories online since YouTube’s release in 2005

Scots Media @scotscoop.bsky.social · 6d

Short-form culinary media has also helped cultural foods and recipes spread to larger audiences online, causing more representation and awareness of different cuisines and dishes.

Key Facts:
- According to Statista, the standard American’s daily media consumption averages around eight hours