How political shifts in Mexico, Colombia, and Brazil affect relations with the U.S. and China.

                                                          Salvador Mateo 10-I —————————————————— —————————————————— Is Latin America still Washington’s backyard, or has Beijing quietly moved in as a co-architect of the region’s future? Latin America has long been considered part of the United States’ traditional sphere of influence, a region where kinship by geography once translated into predictable political and economic alignment with Washington. But the early decades of the 21st century have challenged … Continue reading How political shifts in Mexico, Colombia, and Brazil affect relations with the U.S. and China.

Valentino Garavani, Couturier to the Stars, Has Died at 93

Miranda Villar 11-I When you think about fashion legends, Valentino Garavani is one of those names that instantly pops up. He wasn’t just a designer; he was basically the definition of glamour. Sadly, Valentino passed away at 93, leaving behind a legacy that feels larger than life. For anyone who’s ever scrolled through red carpet looks or flipped through glossy magazines, his designs were everywhere … Continue reading Valentino Garavani, Couturier to the Stars, Has Died at 93

Detroit vs. Dominican Republic Baseball

Edward Mota 11-2 Baseball, one of the most popular sports in the world, is especially important in the US andthe Dominican Republic. In cities like Detroit and the Dominican Republic, baseball is morethan just a sport. It is a part of many people’s cultures and identities. Over the years,baseball and the Dominican Republic have developed a strong relationship through players,teams, and international competitions.In the nineteenth … Continue reading Detroit vs. Dominican Republic Baseball

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