Summer: do breaks make kids more reckless?
With the end of the school year coming to a close and spring break just across the corner students are happy for this because of the break from school. However when they get back to school they seem to be ever more violent and confrontational to others especially other students.… Continue reading Summer: do breaks make kids more reckless?
Band kids week preparation for next year
This week is a very long week for all band members. Monday, May 12th, there was a 6:30 pm meeting for band parents and students. That’s not the only thing for that day, though, because our band member in the drumline who plays the snare drum, Ian Newton, has won… Continue reading Band kids week preparation for next year
President Trump Meets With Interim Syrian President Al-Sharaa
President Donald Trump recently embarked on a short “Middle East Tour” this past week, engaging in several high profile diplomatic engagements with Middle Eastern leaders and economic figures. Trump met with the crown-prince of Saudi Arabia, the Emir of Qatar, and most importantly the interim President of the new Syrian… Continue reading President Trump Meets With Interim Syrian President Al-Sharaa
School suspensions: how ineffective it really is
In schools, it is not uncommon for students to either lash out or misbehave, which has led to them getting punished in multiple ways, with one of them being suspensions. Suspensions are to send a misbehaving student home and keep them there for several days. This, in theory, is supposed… Continue reading School suspensions: how ineffective it really is
Character dance party for the MWR on Sigsbee
It’s on June 6th, and the costumes come next Tuesday, May 13th, and because the event is on base this Wednesday, Ms.B handed out permission slips that will also be taken in on May 13th. The event includes dressing up in character costumes for the little kids, which they have… Continue reading Character dance party for the MWR on Sigsbee
KWHS Finals preparation
On April 29th, teachers are wrapping up and squeezing in lessons or distributing study guides for finals. For instance, Mr. Swan, “blank” teacher, is giving out the pre-final on Monday, May 5th, and it will have 100 questions for the 100 vocabulary words that will be the exact number and… Continue reading KWHS Finals preparation
India And Pakistan On Brink Of War After Indian Airstrikes
The longstanding conflict between India and Pakistan over the disputed Kashmir region has intensified dramatically in recent weeks, raising international concerns about the potential for a broader military confrontation between the two nuclear-armed nations. The latest escalation began on April 22, 2025, when a terrorist attack in the Baisaran Valley… Continue reading India And Pakistan On Brink Of War After Indian Airstrikes
Frederick Flips Over the Backflip World Record
On May 2, 2025, Olympian Frederick Richard broke the world record for the most backflips in 24 hours. However, the gymnast didn’t just break the record for fun. In Stoughton, Massachusetts, Frederick “Flips” Richard broke the record for the most backflips done in 24 hours. Before Richard, the record was… Continue reading Frederick Flips Over the Backflip World Record
Waltz Removed As Natl Security Advisor After Signal Controversy, Now UN Nominee
Michael Waltz has been removed from his position as President Donald Trump’s national security advisor, marking a significant shakeup in the administration’s foreign policy team. Appointed in January 2025, Waltz’s tenure lasted just over three months, making him one of the shortest-serving national security advisors in American history. Waltz pictured… Continue reading Waltz Removed As Natl Security Advisor After Signal Controversy, Now UN Nominee
Jobs: Out with the human in with the Robots?
In modern times, with jobs, people usually have to work, but a rise has begun to occur with the lean towards artificial intelligence over people. They have been telling people they will not have to work and will get more jobs done efficiently. While this may be the case, it… Continue reading Jobs: Out with the human in with the Robots?
Creativity: Gone for work?
In various schools and other educational institutions, educators need to incorporate creativity into their teaching methods, as it plays a crucial role in keeping the brain engaged and focused. This has been demonstrated through various documents, showing that this is very important, especially for children whose minds are constantly expanding… Continue reading Creativity: Gone for work?
Coral Bleaching has been at its most because of us
Reports indicate that the coral bleaching event is the worst ever recorded, affecting 84% of the world’s coral reefs. If you don’t already know what coral bleaching is. It’s when corals lose their vibrant color due to the exposure of their zooxanthellae algae that lives within their tissues causing them… Continue reading Coral Bleaching has been at its most because of us
Hope Florida Investigation, Led By State House, Ended After Witnesses Refuse To Testify
The House-led investigation into the scandal involving funds from Hope Florida, a charity run by the wife of Governor Ron DeSantis, being given to political groups to oppose a marijuana legalization amendment, which was voted on last November, has ended. Hope Florida, a charity which is designed to “wean people… Continue reading Hope Florida Investigation, Led By State House, Ended After Witnesses Refuse To Testify
Band spring trip
The optional band spring trip is scheduled from April 17 to April 19 to Central Florida. The Key West High School band was expected to visit one amusement park, one water park, and go on a college tour, along with experiencing a lifetime opportunity at restaurants and taking tours around… Continue reading Band spring trip
Mass Shooting At FSU Kills 2, Injures 6
On Thursday, April 17, 2025, Florida State University (FSU) was the site of a mass shooting that left two individuals dead and six others injured. The incident unfolded around 11:56 a.m. near the Student Union Building and lasting for several minutes before the shooter was confronted by police officers and… Continue reading Mass Shooting At FSU Kills 2, Injures 6
Shopping Present : too much for too little?
In the modern times when food and groceries have been more accessible which seems very good and the best part however this is a bad reason. The reason it is bad is due to the monetary value of the groceries has skyrocketed which makes it bad because many can’t get… Continue reading Shopping Present : too much for too little?
Mamma Mia: The Musical
Monday, 4/7/25, was our first dress rehearsal, so we will be doing everything with our outfits for each scene. Actors are called at 3:45 to have the mic put on at 4:15-4:45. Then, after doing final lighting cues at 5:00, they will get ready for the top of the show;… Continue reading Mamma Mia: The Musical
China Further Increases Tariffs On U.S Amid Global Trade War
In a significant escalation of a globally ongoing trade war, China announced on Friday that it will raise tariffs on U.S. imports to 125%, effective Saturday. This move mirrors the latest U.S. tariff increase to 145% on Chinese goods, worsening the economic standoff between the world’s two largest economies. Other… Continue reading China Further Increases Tariffs On U.S Amid Global Trade War
Florida: too much to stay?
In Florida they’re is a wondrous and vibrant looking place with many wanting to come over just to visit and experience the beautiful atmosphere. However a problem has arised because due to the view and place the amount to buy a house or rent a place in Florida costs a… Continue reading Florida: too much to stay?
KWHS DRAMA CLUB TECH WEEK
The last week before the performance The schedule says they were supposed to do a full run-through on Monday, 3/31. Surprisingly, everyone improved in what the director had been telling them needed to be better. As previously said, there was not much else that happened other than a lunch rehearsal… Continue reading KWHS DRAMA CLUB TECH WEEK
Nintendo Switch 2 Fully Revealed With Several Third Party Titles, Performance Improvements
The next mainline video game console from Japanese conglomerate Nintendo was revealed at 9:20am EST on April 2nd, the Nintendo Switch 2. The Switch 2 is, as the name implies, the second version of the Nintendo Switch, which was released in 2017. The Switch became one of the best-selling video… Continue reading Nintendo Switch 2 Fully Revealed With Several Third Party Titles, Performance Improvements
Netflix: getting rid of the good?
In today’s streaming entertainment, there are many types we can choose from, with some offering specific originals to their own service or having shows that only they can stream. One of these streaming services is Netflix, which has various amounts of shows and movies suited for everyone, so people would… Continue reading Netflix: getting rid of the good?
Gaming: helpful or harmful for kids?
In the gaming world, there has been a debate on whether or not certain games can be harmful or helpful for kids who play them. On the one hand, confident parents and others state that games can help people learn specific skills and provide entertainment simultaneously. On the other hand,… Continue reading Gaming: helpful or harmful for kids?
Florida House Backs Bill To Raise Speed Limits, New Howard Frankland Bridge Opens
The Florida House of Representatives Economic Infrastructure Subcommittee unanimously approved a House-sponsored bill this week to call for speed limits on rural roadways to be raised by five miles per hour in rural and urban areas. Other roads, such as US-1 in the Florida Keys (which currently has a 55… Continue reading Florida House Backs Bill To Raise Speed Limits, New Howard Frankland Bridge Opens
School phone policy: too late to stop?
In schools around the world phone policies have been implemented while they are somewhat different they follow the basic rule of not having phones out during class. This is a very good policy however at certain places these policies aren’t as enforced sometimes and teachers let students to be on… Continue reading School phone policy: too late to stop?
Students vs Teachers
Spring break 2025 Today’s report on Monday, March 10,2025, consists of two students and one Teacher. The first teacher I interviewed was Mr. Erhard. I asked him what he was doing over spring break. He said, “Not much, hanging out,” which seems like a regular answer here from Leonardo Matute… Continue reading Students vs Teachers
Russia Recaptures Sudzha After Ukrainian Offensive
As of early morning on March 13th, 2025, the Russian military reportedly reclaimed control of Sudzha in the southern Kursk oblast. Sudzha, a small Russian city several kilometers from the Ukrainian border, has become a focal point for the War in Ukraine as it enters its third year. Ukrainian forces… Continue reading Russia Recaptures Sudzha After Ukrainian Offensive
School Grades: Too Forced Upon? by Jayden Alvarez
When at school, it is essential to look at our work and see how we can improve how grades are used. While this seems normal and very good, there is a problem with it being about pressure. The pressure is due to schools emphasizing grades and having them be high… Continue reading School Grades: Too Forced Upon? by Jayden Alvarez
This Week in Track and Field
Track and field is among the most competitive and rewarding sports, especially at the high school level. You could run 9.99 seconds in the 100-meter dash or, unfortunately, get struck in the head by a baton in the four-by-400-meter relay. In the first week of March, both circumstances have taken… Continue reading This Week in Track and Field
Fascinating Formula 1
The rapidly growing sport of Formula 1 (F1) racing is one of the most fascinating. However, it is among the most challenging with many technical, sporting, and even financial regulations. The sport wouldn’t be possible without the cars and the pit crew. Formula 1 cars are more similar to go-karts… Continue reading Fascinating Formula 1
Teaching: too tech dependent?
In modern teaching times in schools, it is not uncommon for teachers to use any electronic device to teach their students. While this seems like a good and efficient way to teach, it has some problems which seem to be very negative. The reasons vary greatly from separate teachers to… Continue reading Teaching: too tech dependent?
KWHS Spring Band Trip
This Spring, Mr. Hernandez had an idea to allow the band to see colleges and go to a waterpark together. Permission slips were already filled out; on March 3rd, emails were sent out about the due date of the trip payment. Each band member would have to pay a fee… Continue reading KWHS Spring Band Trip
Minerals Deal Press Conference Disaster Grows Global Support For Ukraine
In a dramatic display at the White House on February 28, 2025, a meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump, Vice President J.D Vance, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy erupted into a heated confrontation, resulting in the abrupt cancellation of a pivotal mineral agreement relating to Russia’s ongoing invasion of Ukraine,… Continue reading Minerals Deal Press Conference Disaster Grows Global Support For Ukraine
Gen-Z
If you don’t know what Generation Z (Gen-Z) is, it’s the category of anyone born from 1995 to 2012. Anyone from the age of 13 to 28 is considered to be in the gen-z category. So, you may ask, “What is this about”, some studies show that Gen-Z won’t make… Continue reading Gen-Z
Books: A no longer needed subject?
During school or when people want to grab a book to usually read about a story or something that interests them. However, with the ever-growing digital devices that can have thousands of books on them, many people have begun to question if books will go out and not be needed… Continue reading Books: A no longer needed subject?
The KWHS’s Drama Club Field Trip
The Key West High School (KWHS) is having a field trip to Miami, Florida this Saturday, 22nd, 2025 to give the actors a taste of perfetinalism.The Key West High School drama club announced at their performance on October 16th, 2024, in an alaberent way that they will be putting on… Continue reading The KWHS’s Drama Club Field Trip
South Roosevelt Blvd Road Improvement Nears Completion
An ongoing road improvement project on South Roosevelt Boulevard in Key West has started nearing completion in Spring 2025. Originally started in January 2023, the project’s main goal was to raise the road itself in several places, install several pedestrian crosswalks throughout the road, and install flood mitigation devices to… Continue reading South Roosevelt Blvd Road Improvement Nears Completion
Economy: top much for the amount?
Around the world, the economy has changed over the decades, with the very first known currencies being coins, and every single one had a value to the person who had it. As the years went on, things began to gain value, and some began to increase. In modern times, money… Continue reading Economy: top much for the amount?
The 2025 Playoffs
On February 9th, 2025, the Super Bowl, the National Football League (NFL) national league championship game, took place at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana. One of the teams that played in the game was the football team, the Eagles. The Eagles haven’t appeared since 2023, when they lost… Continue reading The 2025 Playoffs
Ref Bias Scandal Ramps Up Before Superbowl
Conspiracy theories and criticism towards NFL Officiating and Referees, primarily related to their rumored “bias” or intentional assistance to the Kansas City Chiefs, have continued to grow in popularity in the weeks leading up to this year’s Superbowl at the New Orleans Superdome. The labor union representing NFL Referees attacked… Continue reading Ref Bias Scandal Ramps Up Before Superbowl
Kwhs welcomes 8th graders
This week, Monday, February 3rd, eighth graders from all over Key West came to KWHS to see it as one of their options for what high school they may want to attend next year as freshmen. Sigsbee Charter School, Grace Lutheran School, Sugarloaf School, and Horace O’Bryant were invited to… Continue reading Kwhs welcomes 8th graders
Modern movies: original stories or sequel bankers?
The modern movie industry has been making movies for decades, most original, but some are made sequentially to get the most money out of a franchise. This is due to the company not wanting to be able to lose a potential money maker, which could have them rake in millions… Continue reading Modern movies: original stories or sequel bankers?
Trump bringing back the days with inequality
Breaking news, Trump is taking away LGBTQIA+ rights. He is also putting out executive orders that are promoting sex discrimination. If you are not flowing, the LGBTQIA+ community is a group of people who stand against or on the other side of the fine line that says what’s correct is… Continue reading Trump bringing back the days with inequality
Historic Snowfalls in Gulf Coast Blizzard
A historic snowstorm has covered much of the Gulf Coast of the southern United States in record-breaking snowfall over the past week. Snow levels were recorded in Milton, FL, where the previous record of 4 inches of snow was broken by a recorded 9.8 inches of snow on Tuesday night.… Continue reading Historic Snowfalls in Gulf Coast Blizzard
Tic-Tok ban in the U.S
If you didn’t know, in 2020, Trump proposed a ban on the app he viewed as a national security threat; TikTok was, in fact, one of them in his eyes. With this Trump information, a new executive order gave ByteDance 90 days to sell Tik-Tok, or it would be officially… Continue reading Tic-Tok ban in the U.S
Record Temperatures in the South
The week of January 20th to January 25th, 2025, saw iguanas and snowfall in Florida, along with negative temperatures in the northern states. As Winter Storm Enzo passed through the United States, Florida and Louisiana received record snowfall, while many schools and governments were closed due to the conditions. Enzo… Continue reading Record Temperatures in the South
Five Things to Replace New Year’s Resolutions
As 2025 has arrived, so have the usual New Year’s resolutions. However, traditional resolutions are not the best option for accomplishing goals this year. Most of the time, resolutions are too vague and lack strategies for following through. To achieve goals, you need to set them first. A good way… Continue reading Five Things to Replace New Year’s Resolutions
Squid game
Squid Games is a South Korean dystopian survival horror thriller that came out on Netflix on September 17, 2021. The first series of Squid Games shocked the media with its alaberent plot. When the game Red, Light Green Light was introduced the media blew up its signature music in the… Continue reading Squid game
The value of books
Books have been of value to us for years. The first printed book ever made doesn’t even have a known date, though it’s thought to have been created between the 2nd and 5th centuries. Books were first designed to record thoughts, ideas, and historical recordings. While books were mainly used… Continue reading The value of books
Luigi Mangione Arrested in PA as Suspect in UnitedHealthcare CEO Killing
On Tuesday morning, a suspect in the assassination of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was arrested by police in Altoona, PA. Luigi Mangione was arrested by Altoona police officers inside of an Altoona McDonalds after an employee, who remains unidentified, reported him to police. Mangione, a graduate of the University of… Continue reading Luigi Mangione Arrested in PA as Suspect in UnitedHealthcare CEO Killing
Fall showcase For Theater (Behind the scenes)
October’s preparation for the Fall showcase behind the scenes. On October 17th, the cast and the tech crew of Theater 1 started reading their scenes. With the excitement of finally hearing the whole play for most, they started and gave it their all. Rolling over to October 23rd with only… Continue reading Fall showcase For Theater (Behind the scenes)
Gen Beta: A future or the end?
With the Next year right around the corner, we should be happy about this but some people have been cautious and a little skeptical due to the previous generation called “generation alpha”. While this may seem like a normal thing it is the opposite because of their earlier actions. The… Continue reading Gen Beta: A future or the end?
South Korean President Takes Title For Shortest Coup in History
(Note: This article contains satire.) Recently, the Conservative president of South Korea, Yoon Suk Yeol, made a shock announcement late Tuesday night that he would be declaring Martial Law in the country, and further accused his main political opposition, the Democratic Party, of being “pro-North Korean anti-state forces” and intentionally… Continue reading South Korean President Takes Title For Shortest Coup in History
Thanksgiving break
I went around the KWHS campus over some time asking about people’s vacations or plans for Thanksgiving. Let’s see what a 9th grader has planned. Jerson Mendoza said, “I will be with my family and celebrating. I will probably be at my house and playing video games and going out… Continue reading Thanksgiving break
Governors of CO, IL form “Governors Safeguarding Democracy” To Face Second Trump Term
The Governors of Illinois and Colorado, J.B Pritzker and Jared Polis respectively, have announced that they will be forming “Governors Safeguarding Democracy”, a non-partisan alliance of governors from across the United States that aims to “uphold and fortify” American democracy, as stated on the organizations webpage. This comes after the… Continue reading Governors of CO, IL form “Governors Safeguarding Democracy” To Face Second Trump Term
Trump announces Matt Gaetz as Attorney General Pick
President-elect Donald Trump recently announced on social media that he would be nominating Florida Representative Matt Gaetz (R-FL) to serve as the Attorney General of the United States for Trump’s second term in office. This nomination is part of a wider wave of announcements and choices by Trump, many of… Continue reading Trump announces Matt Gaetz as Attorney General Pick
Who is for president 2024
The winner for the year of 2024 as America’s new president is Trump. What society says is that it was a surprisingly close voting election. Kamala supporters say they can’t even believe how close this was she should have won, while Trump supporters may say we knew he was going… Continue reading Who is for president 2024
KWHS Cross Country Goes to State Championship
Cross-country teams across Florida have been traveling to district, regional, and state meets. The Key West High School (KWHS) cross-country team traveled to its regional competition on Friday, November 8, 2024. Two senior runners were surprised when they saw the results. After their race, the Key West High School runners,… Continue reading KWHS Cross Country Goes to State Championship
Halloween Week at School
Monday after school from 6pm to 9pm there will be a HOCO parade,it will begin at Key West High School at 6:00pm and end at Tommy Roberts Stadium for Spirit Night. There will be a presence of KWHS’s band. The freshman did a Jasmine and Aladdin scene the sophomores did… Continue reading Halloween Week at School
Liam Payne
Liam Payne was born on August 29, 1993, and passed away on October 16, 2024. Liam grew up in Wolverhampton, West Midland, England UK, before moving to the U.S. and buying a house in Florida. He was a very famous singer and songwriter. He had a famous music band named… Continue reading Liam Payne
Disney remakes, a heartfelt retelling or just for selling?
Disney is one of the most beloved movie makers and one of modern history’s most wealthy and recognizable companies. In 1923 founded by 2 brothers named Walt Disney and Roy Oliver Disney started the place as an animation studio where they made their stories come to life. As the movies… Continue reading Disney remakes, a heartfelt retelling or just for selling?
KWHS Best Costumes PBIS: Teachers Edition
The teacher’s Halloween costume contest is not just for fun it’s actually a fundraiser type of club and it’s the PBIS (Positive Behavior Intervention Society).A rundown of what it is and what its purpose is to get students who aren’t the best academically like grade-wise but overall character-wise a great… Continue reading KWHS Best Costumes PBIS: Teachers Edition
Fall Sports Coming to a Close
As the end of October, and homecoming, nears, Key West High School (KWHS) fall sports come to an end. As for many seniors, this season is the last season of playing their sport. With all of the sports, fall, winter, and spring, there are always student-athletes in the KWHS Backyard,… Continue reading Fall Sports Coming to a Close
Two Weeks Out-Election ’24
As of this Friday, when this article is being published, it is exactly 10 days until the November 5th Presidential Election, where hundreds of millions of Americans will go out and vote for the next President of the United States. This election has been touted as one of the most… Continue reading Two Weeks Out-Election ’24
Homecoming
Homecoming is right around the corner and students are already having Hoco proposals. Homecoming (Hoco) is a dance to bring back former students back and to celebrate our conch pride.KWHS’s Hoco dance will be on Nov 2nd from 7:00pm to 10:00 pm in the KWHS courtyard, Welcomed by the Hoco… Continue reading Homecoming
Preparation for college
If you want to get into a good college and are still in middle school or freshman year of high school but don’t know where to start then here is what you need to do. There are 3 steps to prepare to apply for a good college and successfully get… Continue reading Preparation for college
Buffalo Bills 2024 Season
Every fall, football season rolls around. There are usually teams, especially in the National Football League (NFL), that are Superbowl bound just by the outcomes of their first three games, and then there are teams that do well through the season, but never make it to the Superbowl. The Buffalo… Continue reading Buffalo Bills 2024 Season
The history behind Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving’s meaning has evolved and is now meant to express your love and gratitude towards family or friends. One thing that has stuck is the saying that Thanksgiving is for giving thanks and appreciation towards things that should be thought about but don’t get much thought about because of the… Continue reading The history behind Thanksgiving
Instagram Introduces New Teen Restrictions
Instagram, one of the world’s largest social media platforms, announced earlier this week that they would be rolling out a new set of restrictions and accounts for their teenage users, which make up a lion’s share of the platform’s user base. The restrictions come after years of intense scrutiny and… Continue reading Instagram Introduces New Teen Restrictions
Climate change in 10 years.
Climate change is a serious problem. Climate change is defined as a long-term shift in temperatures and weather patterns, which can cause more frequent and intense droughts, storms, heat waves, rising sea levels, melting glaciers, and warming oceans. Specifically, Florida’s climate today resulted in rising sea levels submerging wetlands and… Continue reading Climate change in 10 years.
SpaceX Mission Lands 70 miles West of Florida Keys
On Sunday, September 15, 2024, a turning point in space exploration and aerospace engineering ended. The astronauts for the first commercial spacewalk landed safely on Earth about 70 miles from the tip of the United States. Ever since Former President Eisenhower signed the National Aeronautics and Space Act of 1958,… Continue reading SpaceX Mission Lands 70 miles West of Florida Keys
Taylor Swift Endorses Harris After Debate Victory
Global pop superstar Taylor Swift announced late Tuesday night that she would be voting for Kamala Harris in the upcoming November presidential elections. Harris, along with running mate Tim Walz, have had a recent wave of successes against their opponents in the election, Donald Trump and his running mate JD… Continue reading Taylor Swift Endorses Harris After Debate Victory
Olympics in the City of Love
Over the summer, the world watched as 10,000 athletes took the stage for the 2024 Paris Olympics. Being set in Paris, the city of love, there were bound to be a few romantic moments among the athletes. In Track and Field, one couple stood out from the rest. That would… Continue reading Olympics in the City of Love
Monkeypox: a new lockdown?
When we are reaching the new school year we have been successfully going through weeks. Although they’re been a problem which has been sighted with it being monkeypox. Monkeypox Or mpox for short is a viral disease that has been spreading around which it has been able to affect humans… Continue reading Monkeypox: a new lockdown?
Call Of Duty:Black Ops 6 (BO6)
Jerson Mendoza There is a new game in town called Call Of Duty Black Ops 6 (Bo6). A bunch of people and streamers have been so excited about this game’s release. This game will have people, and streamers ready to buy it, and probably go out of stock as soon… Continue reading Call Of Duty:Black Ops 6 (BO6)
Tantrums and Failure: Elon Musk and X
How does one man take one of the most valuable social media platforms in the world and cause it to become one of the least profitable and most in-debt platforms in the history of the Internet? If you are looking for the answer, you can look no further than the… Continue reading Tantrums and Failure: Elon Musk and X
Project 2025
Project 2025 is a project to “outline four main aims in Mandate for Leadership, Such as restoring the family as the centerpiece of American life, Dismantling the administrative state, defending the nation’s sovereignty and borders, And securing God-given individual rights to live freely.” As stated on Wikipedia. There are a… Continue reading Project 2025
Jordan Chiles Olympic Bronze Medal Conundrum
The Paris 2024 Olympics were filled with great, historic moments, while also very controversial moments. One of the later moments included Jordan Chiles and one of her 3 medals won at the 2024 Olympics. As Jordan Chiles took the floor for her routine on August 5, 2024, there was some… Continue reading Jordan Chiles Olympic Bronze Medal Conundrum
History Made at the 2024 Paris Olympics
Over the summer, the whole world had its focus directed to Paris, France, and of course Tahiti for the 2024 Paris Olympics. The two-and-a-half week-long event gave us amazing moments in fortunate and unfortunate ways. The Olympics also made way for athletes to grow their social media like Ilona Maher,… Continue reading History Made at the 2024 Paris Olympics
Why Space Exploration is Fascinating
While Earth is very large and only 42% of it has been discovered, the universe and outer space is more fascinating and easier to explore. On Earth, we, as humans, tend to focus so much on the small things like what our outfits look like or a chipped nail. Although,… Continue reading Why Space Exploration is Fascinating
Star Field Found By NASA’s Hubble Telescope
On March 29, 2024, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) revealed that the Hubble Space Telescope has found not just one star, but 120 light-years worth of them. How the telescope captured the stars 160,000 light years away is not the usual method of zooming in. In one of… Continue reading Star Field Found By NASA’s Hubble Telescope
NASA’s AIM Mission in the Clouds
Humankind, especially the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and other space agencies have explored the stars and moon, and have even discovered new planets. One of the missions that was closer to Earth was the AIM mission, which has come to an end. For the past 16 years, National… Continue reading NASA’s AIM Mission in the Clouds
Why Daylight Savings is Pointless
By: Thomas Horvath We have now entered into daylight saving time of the year, and I, along with many others, are not thrilled. I’m not a farmer, so I can’t speak on how much it helps them (Spoiler alert: it doesn’t help them at all), but it’s doing all other… Continue reading Why Daylight Savings is Pointless
How lung cancer works
The two sponge-like organs that make up your lungs are divided into portions known as lobes in your chest. Three lobes make up your right lung. It is a left lung with two lobes. Because the heart occupies more space on the left side of the body, the left lung… Continue reading How lung cancer works
The Stanley Tumbler Phenomenon
By: Tricia Desroches In the world of beverage containers, one name has risen above the rest, creating a tidal wave of popularity and changing the way we enjoy our drinks. The Stanley Tumbler, renowned for its durability, insulation capabilities, and timeless design, has become more than just a cup; it’s… Continue reading The Stanley Tumbler Phenomenon
The Violent Video Game Controversy
By: Thomas Horvath The recent announcement of GTA VI, the next installment in the acclaimed Grand Theft Auto franchise, was given a release year of 2025. The internet erupted at the news, and many fans young and old could hardly hold in their excitement. While the GTA series is popular,… Continue reading The Violent Video Game Controversy
How Technology Affects Sports
The world of sports, teams, and individuals, has been expanding in every direction. That expansion has seen many technological innovations specifically for sports. An innovation used by 60 soccer leagues around the world and the National Football League (NFL) is the Video Assisted Refereeing (VAR). Created by the Royal Netherlands… Continue reading How Technology Affects Sports
Mental Health in Education
By: Tricia Desroches Students encounter many difficulties in the stressful and demanding environment that we call school, which can be very harmful to their mental health. The impact of mental health on students is an important and frequently overlooked part of school life, ranging from social expectations to academic restrictions.… Continue reading Mental Health in Education
Why the Uni knot is the best knot
The Uni knot is the best fishing out there. The only knot that can compare to it is the Palomar knot, and possibly the all-bright. But the uni knot is super easy to tie also it can be used for lures, live bait, and trolling. These are just two of… Continue reading Why the Uni knot is the best knot
NASA’s Cold Atom Laboratory
As something usually heard in science-fiction movies. The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) might have opened the possibility of having quantum tools in space. The Cold Atom Laboratory at NASA on the International Space Station (ISS) is used to freeze atoms to around -400 degrees Fahrenheit, which sets the… Continue reading NASA’s Cold Atom Laboratory
Why Space is Fascinating
From the beginning, humankind has been studying space, whether from a telescope on Earth or one in deep space. We have found planets in other solar systems “habitable zones” but still have numerous theories on whether extraterrestrial life could be possible. Many other theories go hand-in-hand while several others repel… Continue reading Why Space is Fascinating
NASA’s OSIRIS-Rex misson
Jackson Way NASA’s OSIRIS-REX mission has introduced returned portions of an asteroid known as Bennu! Imagine gathering area souvenirs from thousands and thousands of miles away. After much planning and tough work, a tablet full of rocks and dirt from Bennu safely landed in Utah. Scientists have been careful about… Continue reading NASA’s OSIRIS-Rex misson
Brightline opens Orlando expansion
Recently, the Brightline high-speed rail company announced that their long-anticipated (and delayed) expansion to the city of Orlando would be opening this Friday. The project is phase 2 of an even more ambitious plan to extend high-speed rail service to connect South and Central Florida together, with round trip tickets… Continue reading Brightline opens Orlando expansion
Spotless Giraffe
Last month, a newborn giraffe without spots was born. She is the only known reticulated giraffe in the world with a single solid hue, according to Brights Zoo, where the animal was born. An inquiry from The Today Show seeking confirmation of this claim was not quickly answered by the… Continue reading Spotless Giraffe
beach fishing in FL
Florida beaches are stunning! The crystal-clear waters, soft sand, and warm sunshine make them perfect for relaxing and having fun. Whether you visit Miami Beach, Clearwater Beach, or Key West, you’ll be amazed by the beauty and tranquility. The beaches offer various activities like swimming, sunbathing, snorkeling, and even surfing.… Continue reading beach fishing in FL
Libyan Foreign Minister forced to flee country after meeting with Israel
(Featured Image provided by Ryad Kramdi/AFP/Getty Images) Recently, the Foreign Minister for Libya’s Tripoli-based government, Najla el-Mangoush, was forced to flee to Türkiye after it was leaked that she had met with an Israeli diplomat. Israel’s own Foreign Minister, Eli Cohen, announced on Sunday that he had secretly met up… Continue reading Libyan Foreign Minister forced to flee country after meeting with Israel
The Weekend
One weekend I was at my friend’s house. That night we were talking about going fishing with his dad on the 30 foot Nautic Star the next day. We then got everything ready for offshore fishing which consisted of trolling lures and bottom rigs because it was the Mutton spawn… Continue reading The Weekend
First Landing on the Moon’s South Pole
Humankind has gone to the moon and back more than a few times, although this time, it’s different. On August 23, 2023, India made history by being the first to land on the South Pole of the moon, where there is believed to be frozen water. Although, it was not… Continue reading First Landing on the Moon’s South Pole
Loltia
Less than five months after the Miami Seaquarium announced plans to release Lolita, the world’s oldest orca, back into her natural ocean surroundings, she passed away in captivity on Friday. Lolita, who is said to have been around 57 years old, started showing “serious signs of discomfort” over the past… Continue reading Loltia
Srettha Thavisin elected as new Thai PM
(Featured image provided by Peerapon Boonyakiat/SOPA Images/Getty Images) On Tuesday, August 22, both houses of Thailand’s parliament recently voted in real estate tycoon Srettha Thavisin as the country’s new Prime Minister (PM). Before becoming a tycoon, Srettha received education in both the United Kingdom and the United States, where he… Continue reading Srettha Thavisin elected as new Thai PM
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