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The award-winning student news site of Olympic Heights High School

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Sachin Moosai

Sachin Moosai, News Editor

Sachin Moosai is the News Editor for The Torch. He is a senior in his third year on The Torch staff. He is a member of the Spanish Honor Society. Sachin’s interests include politics, debate, movies, and music. Sachin plans to pursue a career in law.

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Planning the process ahead of time can make getting a tattoo less intimidating.

Thinking about getting ink? Following a simple plan can make the process less intimidating for you and easier for the artist

Sachin Moosai, News Editor
May 8, 2023
Even with its flaws, Heroes & Villains is Metro Boomin's best effort to date.

Heroes & Villains proves to be Metro Boomin’s best effort despite flaws such as Travis Scott’s lackluster effort

Sachin Moosai, News Editor
March 24, 2023
Angela Bassett (depicted bottom center) is nominated for a Best Supporting Actress Academy Award for her portrayal of Queen Ramonda in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.

Black Panther: Wakanda Forever awards season wins and nominations a fitting tribute to Chadwick Boseman

Sachin Moosai, News Editor
January 30, 2023
Ned Fulmer (left) was removed from the Try Guys YouTube group featuring (from second to left) Lee Yang, Keith Habersberger, and Zach Kornfeld.

Ned Fulmer’s messy exit from YouTube’s Try Guys group

Sachin Moosai, News Editor
December 16, 2022
Social media influencer Andrew Tate has been deplatformed from several social media sites for his controversial comments.

Andrew Tate seen as a negative influence on young males

Sachin Moosai, Staff Writer
September 14, 2022
Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers, Kendrick Lamar's first album since 2017, a two-disc offering well worth the wait

Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers, Kendrick Lamar’s first album since 2017, a two-disc offering well worth the wait

Sachin Moosai, Staff Writer
May 25, 2022
Kendrick Lamar's first album in five years, Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers, dropped on May 13.

Kendrick Lamar’s latest will only enhance his legend status

Sachin Moosai, Staff Writer
May 25, 2022
WNBA player Brittney Griner has been held in a Russian prison on cannabis charges since Feb. 17. She faces a possible prison sentence of 10 years.

U.S. State Dept. will seek WNBA superstar Brittney Griner’s release from Russian incarceration on cannabis charges

Sachin Moosai, Staff Writer
May 5, 2022
The brown M&M's slight change from a higher stiletto heel to a lower, broader heel has angered some, including Fox News commentator Tucker Carlson.

Female M&Ms’ change to less-sexy footwear riles some

Sachin Moosai, Staff Writer
March 7, 2022
The Weeknd's latest album, Dawn FM, will not disappoint his fans.

The Weeknd’s Dawn FM a fan pleaser, despite its flaws

Sachin Moosai, Staff Writer
February 2, 2022
At a recent speaking engagement, Rep. Lauren Boebert of Colorado (left) told an anecdote suggesting that Rep. Illhan Omar of Minnesota (right), a Muslim, is a terrorist.

Bigoted remarks from politicians a cause for concern

Sachin Moosai, Staff Writer
January 13, 2022
Something for Thee Hotties showcases Megan Thee Stallion's talent for unapologetic, hard rap lyrics along with unique beats.

Megan Thee Stallion’s Something for Thee Hotties features freestyles and unique beats which are sure to satisfy fans

Sachin Moosai, Staff Writer
December 10, 2021
MONTERO, which reveals the inner Lil Nas X, is an album of the year contender.

MONTERO a great display of the multi-faceted Lil Nas X

Sachin Moosai, Staff Writer
November 26, 2021
Drake's Certified Lover Boy, his sixth album, does not live up to the hype.

Drake delivers a disappointing collection of hits and misses with much anticipated sixth album Certified Lover Boy

Sachin Moosai, Staff Writer
October 11, 2021
NEWS ANALYSIS: 2020 census indicating a shrinking U.S. white majority stokes fear among xenophobiacs

NEWS ANALYSIS: 2020 census indicating a shrinking U.S. white majority stokes fear among xenophobiacs

Sachin Moosai, Staff Writer
September 23, 2021
Despite pandemic restrictions being lifted, many restaurants are still not able to fully re-open due to being short-staffed.

Restaurants re-openings hampered by lack of staff

Sachin Moosai, Staff Writer
June 16, 2021
Anthony Mackie (left) and Sebastian Stan are superb in the title roles of The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.

Great acting highlights The Falcon and the Winter Soldier

Sachin Moosai, Staff Writer
May 18, 2021
The Black Gay & Lesbian Leadership Forum has been on the forefront of fighting for the rights of the two oppressed communities they represent.

Black and LGBQT+ communities now find themselves struggling to hold onto rights they fought so hard to gain

Sachin Moosai, Staff Writer
April 29, 2021
The Disney+ Wakanda series is slated to debut in late 2021/early 2022.

Disney+ bringing Wakanda series to the small screen

Sachin Moosai, Staff Writer
March 18, 2021
Mariska Hargitay has been playing the role of Captain Oliva Benson on Law & Order, Special Victims Unit since the show's inception in 1999.

TELEVISION REVIEW: Law & Order, Special Victims Unit in its 21st season because it is just that good.

Sachin Moosai, Staff Writer
March 7, 2021
NAV's Emergency Tsunami a more than worthy effort

NAV’s Emergency Tsunami a more than worthy effort

Sachin Moosai, Staff Writer
January 28, 2021
Despite pandemic restrictions, OH Spanish Honors Society remains focused on community involvement

Despite pandemic restrictions, OH Spanish Honors Society remains focused on community involvement

Sachin Moosai, Staff Writer
January 25, 2021
Many people took to the streets during the summer and up to the 2020 presidential election in protest of systemic racism in law enforcement agencies.

“Defund the Police” rhetoric serving as an obstacle to the cause of addressing systemic racism in law enforcement

Sachin Moosai, Staff Writer
December 3, 2020
Even those too young to vote have other ways of having their voices heard.

Too young to vote? You can still have your voice heard

Sachin Moosai, Staff Writer
November 2, 2020
Actor Chadwick Boseman at a screening of Black Panther.

Actor Chadwick Boseman’s death stuns his fans; effect reaches beyond the entertainment world

Sachin Moosai, Staff Writer
September 26, 2020
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