Moscow bans interview of Zelensky talking about the war
It’s already one month into the war and not much is changing between Russia and Ukraine. Many Ukrainians continue to flee the country, and the Russian government continues to crack down on the spread of “fake news” about the war in the country. Russian President Vladimir Putin has even gone as far as to sign a new law in which anyone who is found to … Continue reading Moscow bans interview of Zelensky talking about the war
March Madness Final Four Preview
After over a week of exhilarating basketball action, in what started with 68 teams, it has now come down to four of the best teams in the nation, with only two who will end up in the National Championship game. Here are the four teams who will duke it out for a chance at the biggest prize in college basketball. The first matchup includes the … Continue reading March Madness Final Four Preview
WHO CARES?: Rex Orange County
Alex O’Connor, better known by his stage name, Rex Orange County, just released his newest album, WHO CARES?, on March 11th. Known for his songs such as Pluto Projector, Bestfriend, and Sunflower, the artist has been releasing music since 2015. In his career, he has reached the Top Ten of Billboard Independent Albums chart with his 2017 album Apricot Princess and was featured in Tyler … Continue reading WHO CARES?: Rex Orange County
Filmed in the Florida Keys
Aside from beautiful beaches and plenty of sunshine, the Florida Keys are also a great setting for a movie or show. In fact, the Florida Keys have hosted a good number of film crews since around 1948, including a show based on Carl Hiaasen’s book, Bad Monkey and various movies such as Key Largo’ (1948) and True Lies (1994). There have also been specific scenes … Continue reading Filmed in the Florida Keys
Stay Focused!
A dangerous plague has been steadily infecting the upperclassmen of Key West High School (KWHS) for years now. Its symptoms may include procrastination, skipping school, and overall laziness. The diagnosis? Senioritis. Senioritis is a decline in motivation in academics that usually strikes students in their last year of high school. Hunter Rogers-Leon, a senior at KWHS, explained how easily senioritis can creep up on a … Continue reading Stay Focused!
Ukraine is accepting cryptocurrency
Ukraine, the country being targeted is receiving financial aid. In 2022, financial aid is coming in cryptocurrency. As a matter of fact, they have received over $30 million in bitcoin. One donor named Ms. Viltrakyete, who realized that Ukraine and some nonprofit organizations accept bitcoin, immediately converted about $15,000 in Ethereum to Bitcoin. And, she donated personally to savelife.in and Come Back Alive. They … Continue reading Ukraine is accepting cryptocurrency
Monkeys
Monkeys. In total, there are 334 species of monkeys. Monkeys’ natural habitats are in the tropical rainforests of Asia, Africa, Central Africa and South America. Alsofound living in sanctuaries made by scientists to keep their species alive as well as to observe them. Scientists are doing a great deal of research on monkeys in today’s world. One very popular monkey sanctuary is the Jungle Friends … Continue reading Monkeys
Does Social Media Help or Hurt Mental Health?
By: Sophia Powell Did you know, as of 2020 over 90% of children ages 13-17 use some form of social media on a daily basis? More than half of kids 10-12 don’t have any kind of social media. Social media includes sites and apps like Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter, etc.. Even though not all social media sites are meant to be used by teens, most … Continue reading Does Social Media Help or Hurt Mental Health?
WNBA Star Brittney Griner arrested in Russia
On February 17th, 2022, Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) star Brittney Griner was arrested and detained in Russia. One week later, Russia launched a full invasion and attack on Ukraine, leaving the United States basketball player trapped in the country in active war. While it is rumored that Griner was detained in an effort from Russia to keep the United States out of the fight, … Continue reading WNBA Star Brittney Griner arrested in Russia
Saudi Arabia Conducts Mass Execution of 81 Men
Recently, in the country of Saudi Arabia in Southwest Asia, 81 Men were beheaded in a mass execution on March 12th. Most of the men were charged with Terrorism-Related Offences for participating in pro-Shiite Muslim protests in the country during 2011 and 2012. The protesters asked for greater political participation from the Saudi Government, however, most were denied and almost immediately arrested by both Islamic … Continue reading Saudi Arabia Conducts Mass Execution of 81 Men
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