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Kabi Nagata
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Kabi Nagata and The Beauty of Autobiographies

By Analía Perez People usually see autobiographies as personal diaries for household names, revolutionary leaders, or people who’ve gained traction by facing unpleasant things during an unpleasant period of time. In truth, autobiographies are much more than that, they’re bridges, connecting us to lives we’ll never live, struggles we’ll never face, and truths we’d never otherwise understand. Despite this, it’s unusual for autobiographies to gain … Continue reading Kabi Nagata and The Beauty of Autobiographies

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Zoe Saldaña makes history, becoming the 1st Dominican to win an Oscar

By Nicole Mancebo, 10th grade. Zoe Saldaña, an American-Dominican, made history at the 97th Academy Award, winning the Best Supporting Actress Oscar for her portrayal of Mexican lawyer Rita Castro in the French musical “Emilia Pérez.” In her acceptance speech, she declared this by saying, “I am the first American of Dominican origin to accept an Academy Award. And I know I will not be … Continue reading Zoe Saldaña makes history, becoming the 1st Dominican to win an Oscar

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The Attention Economy: Why YouTubers and Streamers Engage in Controversial Behavior

By Nicole Mancebo, 10th grade. In the day of digital content creation, YouTubers and streamers often go to big ends to grab the viewer’s eye. The competitive environment of content creation, psychological effects of social media, and financial rewards associated with fame are some of the causes of this phenomenon. Understanding the reasons that these creators do this allow us to recognize the as to … Continue reading The Attention Economy: Why YouTubers and Streamers Engage in Controversial Behavior

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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

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‘The Eras Tour’ and its Takeover in the US Economy & the Pop Culture Industry

By Laura Laurent In the ever-evolving landscape of the pop culture industry, few artists have managed to capture the attention and captivate audiences like Taylor Swift.  You don’t need to be a Swiftie to know the world-wide recognized pop star Taylor Swift. Her record-shattering ‘Eras Tour’ became the most sought-after ticket of the year. Swift has solidified her status as a music icon and reshaped … Continue reading ‘The Eras Tour’ and its Takeover in the US Economy & the Pop Culture Industry

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“Madame Web” was NOT loved by the public

By: Jhon Cando “Madame Web”, Sony’s latest collaborative film with Marvel, has set quite a bar for the critics and what to expect from future projects. Madame Web tells the story of Cassandra Webb (Dakota Johnson), a paramedic in New York City who starts to have visions that at first she cannot identify until it is revealed she is clairvoyant. With her new powers, Cassandra … Continue reading “Madame Web” was NOT loved by the public

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The Epstein list explained

Lia Morrison, 10th grade The Jeffrey Epstein case has garnered significant attention and controversy in recent years. Epstein, a wealthy financier and convicted sex offender, was known for his connections to numerous influential individuals. One aspect of the case that has attracted particular interest is the so-called “Jeffrey Epstein List.” In this article, we will delve into the details of the list, its significance, and … Continue reading The Epstein list explained

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