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China goes back on coal policy despite upcoming Cop26 summit

To combat Global Warming, many countries have pledged to reach zero-net emissions by a specific date. Among these is China, which had set out plans to have its emissions peak by 2030, and be carbon neutral by 2060. However, China is now suffering through an energy crisis, with parts of the country experiencing frequent blackouts affecting homes and businesses alike. Because of this, China has … Continue reading China goes back on coal policy despite upcoming Cop26 summit

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Brazilian President accused of Crimes Against Humanity at ICC

President Bolsanaro in front of crowds in Brasilia (Adriano Machado via Reuters) Brazilian president Jair Bolsanaro has been accused at the ICC (Intl. Criminal court) of crimes against humanity by the Austrian group AllRise. AllRise has urged the UN to investigate President Bolsanaro due to his “widespread attacks on the Amazon, its dependents and its defenders that not only result in the persecution, murder and … Continue reading Brazilian President accused of Crimes Against Humanity at ICC

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Wildfires In California

  By: Vivienne Wellet Recently, California Wildfires have struck yet again this year.The fires have caused great destruction to not only us humans, but to animals, homes, and many parts of land we use for many things like farming, building, and many other things. This fire season, there has been one 8,000 fires that have consumed or 3 million acres of land. 3 people have … Continue reading Wildfires In California

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SOCAL Oil spill closes beaches, causes damage

The Austin-based energy company Amplify Energy Corp reported a leakage of oil from one of their pipelines leading to the shoreline of Huntington Beach, California at 8:55 am PST on Sunday. The spill was reportedly occurring for at least a day before, however, due to the fact that the spill was only first reported as a slick on the surface, it was not fully known … Continue reading SOCAL Oil spill closes beaches, causes damage

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New Japanese Prime Minister: Fumio Kishida

Earlier last month, Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga announced that he will not run in his party’s leadership election, ultimately giving up his job after only serving for less than a year. The reason why he decided to step down was almost entirely because of his waning public support over the coronavirus outbreak. It all started last September when the prime minister of the time, … Continue reading New Japanese Prime Minister: Fumio Kishida

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Social Media affecting Self-Validation

In today’s world, all age groups in society find self-validation through the number of likes and comments on a tiny black screen. TikTok, a social media platform with the concept of swiping to watch the next video, has brought this concept to a whole other level. Going “TikTok viral” is seen as a big deal among all ages, and the thing is, you don’t know … Continue reading Social Media affecting Self-Validation

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AMTRAK Derailment kills 3 in Montana

An AMTRAK Public transport train, which was on a route from Chicago to Seattle, derailed on Sunday in the middle of Montana while it was crossing a pair of tracks. The deadly incident occurred after the train departed its station at 4am, bound for Seattle in several hours. The derailment killed 3 and injured dozens of people, some requiring immediate medical attention. Members from the … Continue reading AMTRAK Derailment kills 3 in Montana

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The 2021 “Spooky Season”

Starting October 1st, the renowned “Spooky Season” will be held. From fall fashion to Halloween decor, people around the globe are getting ecstatic for a beloved and fearful month.  When thinking of autumn, I imagine the cool breezes, maple leaves falling off the big oak trees, and the warm feeling of coming back into your house after a stroll. However, in the Florida Keys, it … Continue reading The 2021 “Spooky Season”

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U.S and China Face off, many compare it to the Cold War

Last Friday, President Joe Biden held a meeting with the three other leaders of a group known as “The Quad.” The bunch consisted of “leading democracies in the Indo Pacific:” the US, Japan, India, and Australia.  U.S officials say that the meeting was an informal gathering, but China has condemned the Quad several times over the past months criticizing how they’re like a “Cold War-styled” … Continue reading U.S and China Face off, many compare it to the Cold War

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Homecoming Court: A Conch Pride Tradition

A decades-old Key West High School (KWHS) tradition is approaching: homecoming. A week of school spirit to celebrate Conch Pride and to crown a queen. Six women have been selected for court by the Senior class. The candidates, Charlotte Berube-Gray, Rosa Nafere, Natasha Galo, Mercedes Petro, Kaila Kirkpatick and Mary Parks share the excitement and honor of what being elected onto homecoming court means to … Continue reading Homecoming Court: A Conch Pride Tradition

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