Salvador Mateo 10-I When people talk about the Dominican Independence Juan Pablo Duarte is always on the spotlight, the main component, the main character, but a lot of factors are left on the backstage and are barely talked about When people talk about Dominican Independence, Juan Pablo Duarte is almost always placed in the spotlight. He is remembered as the father of the nation and … Continue reading The overlooked side of Dominican Independence
Salvador Mateo 10-I If 95 percent of the world’s data travels beneath the ocean, what would happen if those hidden arteries were suddenly cut? In our connected world, the Internet often feels “wireless”, accessed instantly with a tap on a phone. But beneath the oceans lies a vast physical network of cables that carry the digital lifeblood of the globe. At any given moment, more … Continue reading What are undersea cables and what’s their importance?
Salvador Mateo 10-I When people analyze modern global politics, they tend to focus on governments and international conflicts, but the resources that fuel economies and technologies play a big role as well. When people talk about global politics, they often focus on diplomacy, military power, or ideological conflicts between nations. However, one of the most influential forces shaping international relations is often less visible: natural … Continue reading How Natural Resources forged modern day Global Politics
Could the release of controversial government files really weaken a superpower enough to invite invasion, or is that fear driven more by speculation than reality? “The public release of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein, often referred to as the “Epstein files,” has sparked intense debate in the United States and abroad. The files include court records, investigative materials, and previously undisclosed information connected to Epstein’s … Continue reading Could the Epstein Files Release Trigger a Security Threat or Invasion Risk for the U.S.?”
Xueyi Feng 11-II (02/22/2026) Audiobooks have become a noticeable part of today’s publishing market. In many bookstores and online platforms, new titles are released in audio format at the same time as print and e-books. According to the Pew Research Center, a growing number of adults report listening to audiobooks each year, especially younger readers. Industry reports also show steady increases in audiobook sales over … Continue reading Are Audiobooks Replacing Traditional Reading
Salvador Mateo 10-I Cuba craves oil because its life depends on it (literally). For more than six decades, Cuba’s political and economic trajectory has been shaped by revolutionary ideology, Cold War alliances, and persistent economic hardship. From Fidel Castro’s rise in 1959 to today’s energy crisis, the island’s relationship with oil has been central to its survival and now, as Cuba faces severe fuel shortages … Continue reading ㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤCuba’s hunger for oil
By Sebastián Alburquerque – 11th grade The Russian Space Agency has announced plans to construct a nuclear power station on the lunar surface by 2035. The proposed facility would provide power for Russian spaceflight operations on the Moon, and also as part of a newly established collaborative research base between Russia and China. Design and construction of the proposed facility is being undertaken by the … Continue reading Russia plans to install a nuclear power station on the moon
By Sebastián Alburquerque – 1tth grade OpenAI, the maker of ChatGPT, has been called one of the most famous AI labs in the world. Its technology powers many popular apps and services. But behind the scenes, OpenAI is burning through huge amounts of money to keep up with cutting-edge research. Recent reports warn that OpenAI may lose $14 billion in 2026 and could run out … Continue reading Is OpenAI Going Bankrupt?
By Sebastián Alburquerque – 11th grade OpenAI developed ChatGPT Health in response to users’ demands for a dedicated source of information related to health and wellness. Announced in January 2026, this new tool uses ChatGPT’s AI capabilities to provide users with access to their personal health information and to support users in making better informed choices about their healthcare (OpenAI, 2026). More than 230 million … Continue reading Can AI Improve Healthcare? A Closer Look at ChatGPT Health
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
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