Delta Emulator For IOS Review
Delta is a recently released free to install video game emulator for both Nintendo and other video games from the early 2010’s to the early 1990’s, centering around the emulation of games from the Nintendo NES to the Nintendo DS. Even though Delta has been in development for several years,… Continue reading Delta Emulator For IOS Review
The Necessary Traits of Being a Survivor
By: Thomas Horvath “Today our very survival depends on our ability to stay awake, to adjust to new ideas, to remain vigilant, and to face the challenge of change.” This quote is from The World House written by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. King was not only a brilliant… Continue reading The Necessary Traits of Being a Survivor
DeSantis Wasn’t Ready For The Big Leagues
Ron DeSantis is the current governor of the state of Florida. Despite his current political status as a governor, he was poised to launch a presidential campaign to obtain the Republican nomination for the 2024 election season-which would have him potentially facing off against current President Joe Biden (although some… Continue reading DeSantis Wasn’t Ready For The Big Leagues
Urban College Campuses, The Best Of All Worlds
Urban College campuses make up about 68% of all American colleges, according to the APLU. These campuses are generically grouped together as being located within the boundaries of a large metropolitan area, such as Columbia University in Upper Manhattan, Florida International University in West Miami, and UCLA in Los Angeles.… Continue reading Urban College Campuses, The Best Of All Worlds
Right Man, Wrong Country; Bernie Sanders
Recently, Bernie Sanders, famed Vermont progressive and Democratic-Socialist, who has run as an Independent (but caucussed with the Democratic party) for most of his career in the Senate, has come into the spotlight again after proposing a 32-hour federally mandated work week in the country. This four day workweek is… Continue reading Right Man, Wrong Country; Bernie Sanders
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
Who Wanted This Bridge?
The construction of a new extension to I-395 in downtown Miami has been nearing completion over the past several months. Construction on the project began in 2019, and is projected to be completed by late 2027, though the end date for construction has been pushed back several times. The main… Continue reading Who Wanted This Bridge?
The Mothers Guide (on how to tell if your child is Slacking off)
Slacking off is probably my third best skill, behind sitting on my computer and eating food. It’s something I do constantly, and I think I do it pretty well (you could call me a professional slacker)! I’m not exactly sure if I could be called a full-time slacker, since I… Continue reading The Mothers Guide (on how to tell if your child is Slacking off)
Music in class is NOT distracting
Written by Shane Miller I think most of Gen-Z and Gen Alpha have experienced a similar situation I had recently, wherein a teacher tells you to “take out your earbud” because it’s “distracting” you. Most teachers treat it extremely seriously, almost as seriously as staring at your phone and scrolling… Continue reading Music in class is NOT distracting
The Inexcusable Behavior of Travis Kelce
By: Thomas Horvath Sunday, February 11, 2024, was the 58th Super Bowl, with the face-off being between the San Francisco 49ers and the Kansas City Chiefs. The game was watched by 114 million people, and the Chiefs came out on top with a close score of 25-22. The Chiefs won… Continue reading The Inexcusable Behavior of Travis Kelce
The Digital Media Controversy
By: Thomas Horvath In recent news, there has been a controversy in the digital media industry. The controversy has been elevated in discussion due to two recent events from major companies. The director of subscriptions at Ubisoft made a very controversial claim that consumers need to stop thinking they fully… Continue reading The Digital Media Controversy
The Ethics of AI
By: Thomas Horvath The Artificial Intelligence (AI) takeover has been heavily controversial, especially when it comes to the entertainment industry. One of the big reasons for the writer and actor strike last year was the usage of AI to utilize an actor or actress’ image and likeness after they passed.… Continue reading The Ethics of AI
Why Marvel is at Universal Studios and Why It’s Good for You
By: Thomas Horvath It is common knowledge to many Americans that Disney has the rights to Marvel and its characters in movies (except Spider-Man and The Hulk) and merchandise. You will see Marvel in or at most if not all of Disney’s stores, movies, services, and, if you live in… Continue reading Why Marvel is at Universal Studios and Why It’s Good for You
The Infighting in Political Parties
By: Thomas Horvath The American political landscape is continuing to get more divisive, with the main fight being between Republicans and Democrats. For a while, not much separated these two parties. The biggest difference in ideology was usually economic, but even then, they could get behind many things. The largest… Continue reading The Infighting in Political Parties
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
Wellness Wednesday: Pointless
By: Thomas Horvath In February, public school students in Key West will be getting an hour off every Wednesday instead of the half-hour Wellness Wednesday we have been having. This is great news for most students in Florida since almost everyone hates Wellness Wednesday. While the goal of the program… Continue reading Wellness Wednesday: Pointless
Separating the Art From the Artist
By: Thomas Horvath As humans, when we enjoy something made by another human, we want to like the person as well. Many people develop an image of the artist in their head and start to see them as somewhat of a friend. Most artists don’t live up to the image… Continue reading Separating the Art From the Artist
Thanksgiving: An Underrated Holiday
By: Thomas Horvath With Halloween behind us, many people are looking forward to the Christmas season. Christmas season is great and is celebrated by almost all Americans, whether they be Christian, Jewish, or any other religion. The Christmas season has evolved past the holiday itself and is now a season… Continue reading Thanksgiving: An Underrated Holiday
Cormac McCarthy and his Legacy
Cormac McCarthy was a famous American writer who wrote several important novels for American culture. Chief among his famous works are books such as No Country for Old Men and The Road, both of which are mostly known for their film adaptations. He also created several other novels which covered… Continue reading Cormac McCarthy and his Legacy
Why Water Parks Are Underrated
By: Thomas Horvath Most people in America have probably been to an amusement park before. If you have, it’s also very likely that you had a blast during your visit. I love amusement parks, but they can sometimes be a real struggle. It’s either super expensive, or super hot out,… Continue reading Why Water Parks Are Underrated
Why You Should Read One Piece
By: Thomas Horvath For a long time, anime and manga were shunned by most people in America. They were seen as weird, foreign cartoons that only nerds liked. But recently, anime and manga have become very popular in the mainstream culture of America. Manga has become so popular that Demon… Continue reading Why You Should Read One Piece
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
Why Veal Should Be Banned
By: Thomas Horvath As humans, we have eaten meat since the beginning of time to survive and get the proper protein and nutrients we needed to function. As technology has advanced, many people have come up with alternatives to real meat. But if we’re being honest, it does not taste… Continue reading Why Veal Should Be Banned
Why Naruto Fails at its Own Message
By: Thomas Horvath If you are familiar with anime, then you likely know who Naruto is. Naruto is one of the most iconic characters in media, and his popularity only grows with time. The series he originates from, named after himself, is the fifth highest-selling manga series of all time,… Continue reading Why Naruto Fails at its Own Message
Kanye West: Impossible to Defend
By: Thomas Horvath Last year, I wrote an article about the now notorious artist Kanye West also known as “Ye.” I ended that article on a hopeful note, as I admittedly am a major fan. That article, however, was written in what I would consider to be the calm before… Continue reading Kanye West: Impossible to Defend
Urbanism is Good, actually
Written by Shane Miller Nowadays, many cities across the world are investing heavily in new public transport systems. The best example of this investment is the opening of the REM Metropolitan Light Rail line in Montreal, Canada. The new line on the pre-existing Montreal metro has seen a huge expansion… Continue reading Urbanism is Good, actually
How is it being a full time Driver?
Shane Miller Key West, Florida- Recently, I have become a new driver in the state of Florida. Specifically, on August 7th of this year, I became a class E driver in the state after taking a (shockingly easy) driver’s test. Funnily enough, I had been panicking about the test for… Continue reading How is it being a full time Driver?
The Best Spider-Man Movie Isn’t a Movie
By: Thomas Horvath For many Spider-Man fans, one of the most frequently debated topics is which Spider-Man movie is the best. Some say Spider-Man 2 or one of the Spider-Verse movies. Those are all valid opinions, of course. But I’m here to tell you that the best Spider-Man movie is… Continue reading The Best Spider-Man Movie Isn’t a Movie
A Message To Future Journalists
So, you’re probably reading this Evergreen a few years in the future from its posting date. Now, you may be wondering: Why did I even bother making this article? Well, it’s not really something I usually do. I usually do international reporting, or making opinion pieces. So, what is it?… Continue reading A Message To Future Journalists
Partisanship and Yellow Journalism Today
Shane Miller Recently, two important American news figures, Tucker Carlson and Don Lemon, were both fired from their networks (Fox and CNN respectively). This has driven up the amount of discussion about the current state of American media and the importance of journalistic integrity in the current age. This short… Continue reading Partisanship and Yellow Journalism Today
What Happened to the Walter Cronkite’s?
Walter Cronkite was one of the most famous news anchors in U.S. history. Many people regard him as unbiased and the ‘gold standard’ for how a news anchorman and a station, in general, should be. He is still widely known as “the most trusted man in America” after he was… Continue reading What Happened to the Walter Cronkite’s?
The Voice Actor Debate
By: Thomas Horvath In the career path of entertainment, you have a chance to make it to the top or stay near the bottom like most that attempt. The most popular job in the field is acting, as most think it would be an easy job that would make you… Continue reading The Voice Actor Debate
Analysis of the Interstate Highway Act
America used to be globally renowned for its usage of trains as a way of shipping, transporting goods, and public transportation. But in the last 60 years, America has become a global laughing stock for public transportation-specifically for their trains and for the long-term effects of the Interstate Highway Act… Continue reading Analysis of the Interstate Highway Act
Editorial: Housing Prices, designed to drive out the Local and give the Tourist a parking space
Key West, Florida, is one of the most expensive places to live in Florida, with the average price of a house in Key West being $706,601, according to news channel 8 and WFLA.com. Tourism is the city’s main industry and is a huge income source for the local residents. However,… Continue reading Editorial: Housing Prices, designed to drive out the Local and give the Tourist a parking space
The Debates of the Ukrainian War
By: Thomas Horvath It has been over a year since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine started. While Ukranian efforts have been holding the Russians off, it does not look like Russian President Vladimir Putin or his forces will be pulling out any time soon. Ukraine has been receiving billions of dollars… Continue reading The Debates of the Ukrainian War
Driving in Key West
One of the biggest accomplishments in almost anyone’s life is getting their driver’s license. Despite feeling great, there are also some feelings of maturity and nervousness. When I first started driving, all of those feelings bubbled up to the surface, along with excitement. The nervousness aspect, however, tends to vary… Continue reading Driving in Key West
Who Can Lift Mjolnir?
By: Thomas Horvath The widely known Avenger and God of Thunder Thor famously wields a hammer named Mjolnir. Those the hammer deems worthy may lift it and wield the power of Thor. There have been many characters that have lifted the hammer in the Marvel universe, such as Captain America,… Continue reading Who Can Lift Mjolnir?
Manga vs Comic Books
By: Thomas Horvath Superhero movies are the most popular genre of film currently, but not nearly as many people read the source material. This makes sense, as watching a movie is much simpler and less time-consuming for then reading a full-length book. Comic books have always been a niche and… Continue reading Manga vs Comic Books
Apathy, The Name of The Game
Apathy has its root word in Apathes, meaning “without feeling.” Now, what can you correlate apathy with in modern society? Social media, politics, perhaps even news reporting? While I could agree with some of those words, one specific word I correlate apathy with is school. Schools in America are often… Continue reading Apathy, The Name of The Game
Breeders vs Adoption
By: Thomas Horvath According to studies conducted around the world, the most popular household pet is the dog. This is not very surprising, as it seems like everyone has a dog. With everyone loving dogs, the demand is very high. Some people adopt from animal shelters, or they rescue strays,… Continue reading Breeders vs Adoption
Who Can Goku Beat?
By: Thomas Horvath Son Goku from the Dragon Ball series is often described as unbeatable by many fans of the franchise. But is this true? While Goku does have immense power, there are some superheroes that he cannot beat. Still, he has a good chance against many heroes you wouldn’t… Continue reading Who Can Goku Beat?
Can Batman and Spider-Man Beat Each Other’s Villains?
By: Thomas Horvath Batman and Spider-Man are the two most iconic superheroes of all time, even surpassing Superman. One thing that they both have in common is a major group of diverse and intriguing villains. While Batman’s villains tend to be more psychological, Spider-Man’s are much bigger physical threats. We… Continue reading Can Batman and Spider-Man Beat Each Other’s Villains?
Being 16 in Key West
Sunday October 30, 2022, marked the 10th birthday I have celebrated in Key West, Florida as a 16 year old girl. Although I currently live in Key West, I lived in Heathsville, Virginia for the first five years of my life. Over the years, I have had many opportunities and… Continue reading Being 16 in Key West
Top three Christmas traditions
November is the season of fall, warm autumn colors, and celebrating Thanksgiving, an American holiday that celebrates the joining of Native Americans and Pilgrims through a feast. But personally, I move on to Christmas in November. I want to celebrate the cool tones, the presents under the decorated evergreen trees,… Continue reading Top three Christmas traditions
Opinion; New Drivers and their Challenges
Being a new driver (as of August) I’ve personally driven my mother and I to school every day for the past 2 or so months. As a result, I’ve had some time to make up my opinions on driving and other drivers, and of course, as one does, make up… Continue reading Opinion; New Drivers and their Challenges
How reading can be fun
Some people think that reading is boring but I think reading can be amazing. If you have a hard time finding something fun to read and is in your interest, try reading some fiction books. My personal favorite series is the Harry Potter franchise. When I read I see the… Continue reading How reading can be fun
What it’s like being on the 2022 Homecoming Court from someone who looks homeless
To be honest, I don’t know how or why I got chosen, but I did! I, Ella Hall, am on the 2022 Key West High School (KWHS) Homecoming Court, and that’s a complete shocker. Being on the KWHS Homecoming Court is like running for Miss America. If you make a… Continue reading What it’s like being on the 2022 Homecoming Court from someone who looks homeless
Perception of politics
The social contract is an agreement between the people living in the nation and the government. In this deal, the country’s citizens give up certain rights or liberties in exchange for protection from the government. This arrangement has been the basis of democratic ideals worldwide, including the United States of… Continue reading Perception of politics
How Taylor Swift has helped me through the ups, downs, and all around
Whether it’s crying in a car, dancing at a party, or even wallowing in a corner because your boyfriend just broke up with you, Taylor Swift, an American pop singer and songwriter, has created music for every occasion. As a Swift-finatic, I can attest to why all of her nine… Continue reading How Taylor Swift has helped me through the ups, downs, and all around
How working out has affected my mental health
Growing up, I was known as the “ugly fat girl” who none of the boys wanted to talk to. Well, boys still don’t talk to me, but I feel prettier than I was before! And I give all my thanks to exercise. However, a part of me wishes I was… Continue reading How working out has affected my mental health
Why I love “The Snapper”
The Snapper, the Key West High School (KWHS) student newspaper, is more than a couple of articles a week. It’s a family. Each member has a special purpose in my eyes, and no matter how agitating they can be (which is all the time), I sadly love each of them… Continue reading Why I love “The Snapper”
The Stigma of Athletes and Mental Health
James Madison University (JMU) has canceled the rest of its softball season after its catcher, Lauren Bennett, sadly took her own life. The sophomore was named Colonial Athletic Association Player of the Week the Monday before and was a major factor in the team’s success last year in the Women’s… Continue reading The Stigma of Athletes and Mental Health
Stop Silencing Free Speech
Although their mouths have been taped over or gagged, men and women across the globe still fight. Although they feel trapped in a prison cell built on the fear of thought as the chains of conventionalism rattle at their shackled feet and hands, men and women across the world still… Continue reading Stop Silencing Free Speech
Current coffee crisis
Many people across the nation wake up every morning, feeling tired and groggy. There is a solution these men and women use to save their day from seemingly unending torture: coffee. A nice, piping hot cup of Joe can resurrect the half-asleep zombies that riddle the halls of Key West… Continue reading Current coffee crisis
Top five quick Valentine’s Day gifts (not ranked)
Did you forget to buy your significant other a gift for Valentine’s Day? No worries, The Snapper has you covered. Here are our top five quick gifts that your partner will love (not in ranking order). Box of Chocolates Love comes in all shapes and sizes, and so does chocolate.… Continue reading Top five quick Valentine’s Day gifts (not ranked)
The Fourteenth of February
One of the most controversial months, February, is upon us. As Valentine’s Day steadily approaches, conflict also begins to appear. People either love this holiday or hate it. Those who dislike the fourteenth of February argue that this day is simply a capitalist scheme to compel consumers to purchase candies… Continue reading The Fourteenth of February
Valentine’s Day: Is this the definition of love?
Valentine’s Day, a commercialized holiday every February 14th is used to show your love to someone (usually your significant other, but family or friends work too) through cold-hard cash. Superficial gifts such as over-priced chocolate and “kiss begins with KAY” jewelry are considered a “proclamation of love” on this one… Continue reading Valentine’s Day: Is this the definition of love?
KWHS Students’ Perspectives: Are masks still a thing?
**DISCLAIMER: THIS ARTICLE DOES NOT EXPRESS THE VIEWS OF THE AUTHOR AND STAFF MEMBERS OF “THE SNAPPER”** Throughout 2021, the mask policy at Key West High School (KWHS) has changed drastically over the COVID-19 year. Starting as wearing them full time, then students wavering the facial guards with parent consent,… Continue reading KWHS Students’ Perspectives: Are masks still a thing?
KWHS Students’ Perspectives: Body Image Stories
Body image: insecurity relating to how you portray your body that is widespread among individuals of all genders. It is challenging to love your body image when you continuously compare what the “ideal” body looks like, whether it is through social media, such as following Instagram models or comparing yourself… Continue reading KWHS Students’ Perspectives: Body Image Stories
Capitol Hill Raid: KWHS Students’ Perspectives
***DISCLAIMER : THIS ARTICLE DOES NOT PORTRAY THE VIEWS OF THE AUTHOR OR ANY MEMBERS OF THE SNAPPER. On January 6th, chaos struck at Capitol Hill in Washington D.C. from many Trump Supporters rallying outside, refusing to believe that the “Trump era” is over. Many people believe that this was … Continue reading Capitol Hill Raid: KWHS Students’ Perspectives
Students’ Perspectives on taking the EOCs 8 Months Later
Through December 1st to December 9th, student’s who took an End Of Course (EOC) exam based class last year had to take the exam this year due to COVID-19. These exams took place 8 months after the test was supposed to have been completed, creating a negative reaction for the… Continue reading Students’ Perspectives on taking the EOCs 8 Months Later
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