Dozens Missing After Deadly Karachi Mall Fire as Grief and Anger Grow

Mila Ho 9-ll A massive fire at Karachi’s Gul Plaza killed at least 21 people and left dozens missing, exposing serious safety failures and delays in emergency response. As families grieve and search for loved ones, the tragedy has sparked public anger and renewed calls for accountability and reform. Karachi is reeling after a massive fire tore through Gul Plaza, a large shopping mall in … Continue reading Dozens Missing After Deadly Karachi Mall Fire as Grief and Anger Grow

Deadliest Rail Disaster in a Decade Shocks Spain

Mila Ho 9-ll A deadly high-speed train collision in southern Spain killed at least 39 people and injured dozens more, making it the country’s worst rail disaster in over a decade. Authorities have launched an investigation as Spain mourns the victims and questions the cause of the crash. Spain is mourning after a devastating high-speed train collision in the southern region of Andalusia killed at … Continue reading Deadliest Rail Disaster in a Decade Shocks Spain

France Targets Social Media Use by Under-15s in New Legislation

Mila Ho 9-ll French President Emmanuel Macron is pushing to fast-track legislation banning social media use for children under 15, citing concerns over mental health, online safety, and the manipulation of young users by digital platforms. The proposal follows similar measures abroad and reflects growing international efforts to protect children in the digital age. French President Emmanuel Macron has announced plans to fast-track legislation that … Continue reading France Targets Social Media Use by Under-15s in New Legislation

Ten Convicted in France for Online Harassment of Brigitte Macron

Mila Ho 9-ll A Paris court convicted ten people for cyberbullying France’s first lady, Brigitte Macron, over years of false and harmful online rumors. The ruling is seen as a major step in France’s fight against digital harassment and misinformation, affirming that online abuse has real consequences. A Paris court has delivered a landmark ruling against online harassment by convicting ten people for cyberbullying France’s … Continue reading Ten Convicted in France for Online Harassment of Brigitte Macron

Are teenagers being overmedicated in 2025?

By Rene Chang [November 15, 2025] In 2025, the issue of whether kids are overmedicating for mental health issues is complicated and highly debated. Evidence shows that teenagers, more specifically Gen Z, are receiving more medication mainly due to a significant and concerning increase in teenage depression, anxiety, and self-harm. Further, data shows that several teenagers use excessive pharmaceutical medications to cope with these mental … Continue reading Are teenagers being overmedicated in 2025?

Trump’s pressure over Greenland

Rene Chang [01/5/2026] In 2019, Donald Trump’s interest in purchasing Greenland—the world’s largest island and a semi-autonomous territory of Denmark—was initially dismissed by many as a “real estate” whim. However, since he returned to the White House in 2025, the idea has developed from a diplomatic curiosity to a crucial, high-stakes pillar of American foreign and economic policy.  Early in January 2026, a renewed, aggressive … Continue reading Trump’s pressure over Greenland

The Album That Defined 2025 and Why Teens Love Them

By Lucia Vanderhorst – 11th Grade Every year new music comes out, but 2025 feels different. There were so many albums that completely took over social media, playlists and conversations at school. What makes this year special is how diverse the music is. You have pop, Latin, alternative, electronic and even artists who mix all of these together. When the Associated Press released its list … Continue reading The Album That Defined 2025 and Why Teens Love Them

Season 5 of Stranger Things: Bringing It All Full Circle for the Big End

By Lucia Vanderhorst – 11th Grade If you’ve ever watched Stranger Things and thought, “Wait a second… that scene feels familiar”, you’re not wrong. The show is a love letter to the 1980s, recreating the visuals, story beats, and tone of that era that make you feel nostalgic even if you weren’t alive then. Creators Matt Duffer and Ross Duffer got inspiration from the movies, … Continue reading Season 5 of Stranger Things: Bringing It All Full Circle for the Big End

Five Children’s Movies You Can Stream Right Now Without Regret

By Lucia Vanderhorst – 11th Grade Sometimes you just need a movie that younger siblings, cousins, or even you can watch without overthinking. Children’s films today aren’t just silly distractions. Many mix humor, heartfelt storytelling, and visuals that are honestly stunning. The cool thing about 2025 is that streaming platforms are competing to drop family movies that can hold the attention of both kids and … Continue reading Five Children’s Movies You Can Stream Right Now Without Regret

Eight Songs You Can’t Miss in 2025

By Lucia Vanderhorst – 11th Grade Music in 2025 feels like one big mash-up of vibes, emotions, and internet culture. The songs that people are talking about right now aren’t just background noise, they’re basically cultural check-ins. If you don’t know them, you might feel out of the loop when people start referencing lyrics on TikTok or when a chorus comes on at a party … Continue reading Eight Songs You Can’t Miss in 2025