By Amelia Colón, 10th grade. The first European modern lotteries have been around since the 15th century, however, the practice of determining the distribution of property by lot is traceable to ancient times. The lottery’s methods are made to be random, and the chance of winning is slim to none. Because of this, once people win, they get hooked and continue to buy more tickets, … Continue reading Opinion: The Lottery is a Scam
By Sein Lee, 10th grade There are a series of diagnoses that the ideological gap between Generation Z men and women around the world is deepening. There are also growing concerns about the resulting gender conflict. According to the Guardian, in a survey of 3,600 people conducted by the polling agency Ipsos on behalf of the Policy Research Institute at King’s College London and the … Continue reading Bridging the Divide: Empowering Generation Z Beyond Gender Boundaries
By Elba Novas, 10th grade Artificial intelligence (AI) is a set of technologies that enable computers to perform a variety of advanced functions, including the ability to see, understand, and translate spoken and written language, analyze data, make recommendations, and much more. This has revolutionized the world in many ways, such as business, daily life, health, transportation, security, finance, agriculture, entertainment, environment, and manufacturing, and … Continue reading The role of AI in modern education
By Amelia Colón, 10th grade. With so much poverty in the world, people who want to do good will be willing to pay thousands of dollars to help out in poorer countries through volunteerism. What they believe they are paying for is an opportunity to help people in need. What they are actually paying for is a completely selfish experience in which they can feel … Continue reading The Problem with Volunteerism
By Cely Reyes, 10th grade. Laughter has long been touted as the best medicine, but its relevance extends beyond simply entertainment. It’s a powerful force that influences our well-being on many levels mentally, emotionally, and physically. Understanding the powerful influence of comedy is not only a luxury in a society often marked by stress, uncertainty, and obstacles; it is also necessary for our overall health. … Continue reading The Science of Laughter: Why We Need More Humour in Our Lives
By Ana Perez, 11th grade. In light of the release of the highly anticipated horror movie Five Nights at Freddy’s, many parents wonder: should children be able to consume horror franchises? In light of the release of the highly anticipated horror movie Five Nights at Freddy’s, many parents wonder at what age should their children start consuming horror franchises. For the uninformed, Five Nights at … Continue reading Should Children Be Allowed to Consume Horror Content?
By Anamari Dávila, 10th grade. Today, the use of drugs has been normalized in society and this is concerning. But most people are not informed about the potential effects and consequences of getting involved in drugs. In 2022, there was an estimate of 284 million individuals from ages between 15 and 64 that have been reported for the use of drugs. This number is extremely … Continue reading Deciphering Drugs: Effects and Prevention.
By Sergio A. Caval When one thinks about the political campaign of a councilman a few thoughts come to mind. Maybe it starts with debates, or with press releases you might think. Nothing further from the truth. In the following few paragraphs I will paint a picture for you kind reader, about the experience. I have first hand knowledge because this candidate happens to be … Continue reading The life of a councilman candidate
Sofia Rojas 11th grade Since the early 2000s the United States has been a constant focus in international media. Its constant controversial policies and actions opened an enormous resistance movement against U.S. intervention. While America’s mistakes have been many. Single-handedly one of the biggest ones has the name of the “Global War on Terrorism”. The U.S. and its allies invaded Iraq in an Operation called … Continue reading Dear US, Stop fighting a war without cause
By Camila Santana, 11th grade. On October 26th of 2023, the New Horizons debate team took on another challenge to add to its already vast repertoire. With a team made up of less than 25 students, we traveled all the way to Gainesville, Florida, to compete in the Bluekey tournament. The resolution, which is just another way we debaters use to say the topic, was: … Continue reading My Blue Key experience
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