How Minecraft Stood the Test of Time

Oliver Mendez, 9th Grade One of the most popular games of all time and *the* best-selling game of all, it is classified as a cultural phenomenon and has stood the test of time. Minecraft is still there, being popular in the 2012 London Olympics, the second Trump presidency, and will now receive a big-budget Hollywood film. It was originally created by Markus Persson, popularly referred … Continue reading How Minecraft Stood the Test of Time

Is Virtual Currency Making a Comeback? Trump Effect Gives It Wings

Sein Lee, 10th Grade Following the re-election of former US President Donald Trump, the US Congress landscape is also changing in favor of cryptocurrencies, and the industry is increasingly expecting a ‘cryptocurrency renaissance’ and a ‘cryptocurrency golden age,’ as the price of ‘leading stock’ Bitcoin has surpassed $80,000 for the first time ever. According to the Financial Times (FT) and the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) … Continue reading Is Virtual Currency Making a Comeback? Trump Effect Gives It Wings

Ethics Around the Publicity of the Sex Offender Registry

Rene Chang, 10th Grade The use of publicity of sex offenders in the United States is intended to help spread awareness to others of the possible dangers of sexual assault or other cases in nearby districts, generally to help public safety. A sex offender is a person who has committed a sex crime. The majority of convicted sex offenders have convictions for crimes of a … Continue reading Ethics Around the Publicity of the Sex Offender Registry

Sweet Poison or Safe Sugar Substitute? The Truth About Aspartame in Diet Coke and Its Impact on Your Health

Paula Forcade, 11th Grade Every day, Diet Coke attracts millions of people with its sweet, fizzy taste. However, underneath the enjoyment is a troubling question: Could this beloved drink be hiding a potential danger? At the heart of the issue is Aspartame, the artificial sweetener that gives Diet Coke its appeal. While some hail it as a groundbreaking sugar substitute, others view it as a … Continue reading Sweet Poison or Safe Sugar Substitute? The Truth About Aspartame in Diet Coke and Its Impact on Your Health

Dominican Winter League 2024 – 2025: A Look at the Season

Eduardo Tineo The Dominican Winter Baseball League (LIDOM) is set to launch its 2024-2025 season on October 16, 2024, marking a significant milestone as it celebrates its 70th edition. Known for its rich history and passionate fanbase, LIDOM has become a part of Dominican culture, showing some of the best baseball talent in the Caribbean. As anticipation builds for the upcoming season, fans and players … Continue reading Dominican Winter League 2024 – 2025: A Look at the Season

TikTok Argued Against its Ban in Court

Cely Reyes, 11th Grade In a high-stakes legal fight, TikTok of China has gone to a federal court in the U.S. to challenge the constitutionality of a law that could lead to its being banned if it does not sell its ownership by its Chinese owner, ByteDance. After the January 2024 deadline, this puts TikTok’s arguments as free speech issues and that up to 170m … Continue reading TikTok Argued Against its Ban in Court

Fire Breaks Out at Club Med Punta Cana Resort

Eduardo Tineo, 1oth Grade On September 12, 2024, a significant fire broke out at the all-inclusive Club Med Punta Cana resort in the Dominican Republic. The flames, which started in the early hours of the morning, rapidly spread, affecting key areas of the resort, including the reception, main restaurant, and pool bar. While the exact cause of the fire is still under investigation, it is … Continue reading Fire Breaks Out at Club Med Punta Cana Resort

A New Drug Made of Human Bones Is Taking Over Sierra Leone

Heillie Santana, 12th Grade Recently, Sierra Leone’s President Julius Maada Bio declared a national emergency on substance abuse due to a new drug called Kush. Describing the drug as a “death trap,” the President highlighted its role in posing an “existential crisis.” He emphasized, “The destructive consequences of Kush on our country’s very foundation: our young people.” Kush is a highly addictive concoction of marijuana, … Continue reading A New Drug Made of Human Bones Is Taking Over Sierra Leone