Why are there two astronauts stuck in space? What went wrong.

By Nicole Mancebo 10-I As of September 14, there are two NASA astronauts stuck in space on the ISS because of a technical malfunction with their spacecraft. The two astronauts were only meant to be in space for eight days, but now they will be there for at least eight months after NASA determined the experimental Boeing Starliner capsule posed too much risk for them … Continue reading Why are there two astronauts stuck in space? What went wrong.

Do presidential debates change people’s opinions?

By Nicole Mancebo 10-I As you may know, the due date for the US elections which is right around the corner in November is getting closer and closer. On September 10th, 2024, the first presidential debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump took place, and now Republicans and Democrats are more divided than ever. The point of the presidential debate is for candidates to display … Continue reading Do presidential debates change people’s opinions?

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

Whats Going On With Israel and Palestine?

By Heillie Santana,12th grade “Hamas, Israel, Palestine, zionist,” these are some buzzwords you’ve most likely heard online since October. Following a bunch of celebrities and influencers either supporting Israel or Palestine. This war might seem out of nowhere, but it’s not. The Israel-Palestine conflict has been one of the most long-running and controversial conflicts in the world. That is very complicated, and you would need … Continue reading Whats Going On With Israel and Palestine?

Elon Musk enters the AI race with Grok

Lia Morrison, 10th grade Elon Musk is known for his bold ventures in technology and innovation. Now, he has set his sights on artificial intelligence (AI) by launching a new company called Grok. This experience aims to create an AI system that can compete with other major players in the industry. This article will explore Musk’s motivations for entering the AI race, what we know … Continue reading Elon Musk enters the AI race with Grok

‘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

Dancing and listening to full silence is the new trend.

By: Jhon Cando Music is the composition of symphonies created to please our ears with its tones and melodies that cause us to experience a good feeling inside or simply just make us want to groove. TikTok is an exemplary case for this since it is a musical app currently one of the most popular social media platforms worldwide with over 1.7 billion users as … Continue reading Dancing and listening to full silence is the new trend.

DeSantis drops out of the presidential race

By: Jhon Cando As the 20th Amendment states, presidential elections must happen every once every 4 years to begin the search for a new political leader to guide the United States as government-elected offices end on the 20th of January. A presidential campaign is the perfect method for the people who seek to get the power of leading a whole country to demonstrate to us, … Continue reading DeSantis drops out of the presidential race

“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