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Lemonade Stand Raises $17k+ for Maui Wildfires

Lemonade Stand Raises $17k+ for Maui Wildfires

Anvika Annyapu September 1, 2023

As wildfires devastate Maui, Hawaii, residents are left to deal with the aftermath. While the cause of these fires are still being examined, a 5-year-old, 2,000 miles away, has joined the efforts for disaster...

The Elephant and Donkey Of Politics: Where Did They Start?

The Elephant and Donkey Of Politics: Where Did They Start?

Anvika Annyapu September 1, 2023

When reading about any story about politics, the common image of a donkey and elephant in red and blue with stars is seen. While Uncle Sam is a recognizable figure, the reason behind the elephant and donkey...

President Trump makes remarks at the U.S. Embassy Buenos Aires meet and greet

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 President Donald Trump conducts a meet and greet with the staff and families of US Embassy Buenos Aires along with Secretary Michael R. Pompeo in Argentina, 30 November 2018. [State Department photo/ Public Domain]. Original public domain image from Flickr

Trump Has Been Indicted 4 Times Through 2023 – What Has Happened?

Anvika Annyapu September 1, 2023

Former President Donald Trump has been embroiled in legal charges following his term as president. Making history as the first president to ever face criminal charges and be indicted, he faces over...

Four Summer News Events You Should Know About

Four Summer News Events You Should Know About

Ava Kahn September 1, 2023

As we dive into the school year ahead, it’s important to reflect on the most notable events that unfolded worldwide during the summer of 2023. Here are four major events that you need to know about.    ...

Space Xs Starship: Failure or Success

Space X’s Starship: Failure or Success

Praneel Nakkina May 15, 2023

Space is big. To explore space, you probably need a big rocket.  On April 20th, 2023… that big rocket took off. Space X’s Starship - the largest and most powerful rocket ever built - took to...

How to Decompress After AP Exams

How to Decompress After AP Exams

Monika Jeraj May 15, 2023

On Monday, May 1st, the two fast-paced weeks of AP exams will begin. Students from all around the US will sit in big rooms, coloring in circles and scribbling furiously as they race against the clock with...

Crisis in Sudan

Crisis in Sudan

Ava Kahn May 7, 2023

After months of tension, fighting erupted in Sudan’s capital, Khartoum on April 8, 2023. The conflict was caused by two military groups fighting for control over the country. The groups, the Sudanese...

Ranking Lesser-Known March Holidays

Ranking Lesser-Known March Holidays

Monika Jeraj April 29, 2023

Every month has its fair share of weird holidays, and according to The Spruce, a site that offers “practical, real-life tips and inspiration to help you make your best home” March is no exception....

Ed Sheerans Leprechaun Status

Ed Sheeran’s Leprechaun Status

Monika Jeraj April 29, 2023

Ed Sheeran thinks that the club isn’t the best place to find a lover, so it seems fitting that the bar is where he went this past Friday. Now, Ed being spotted at a bar may not seem like a big deal but...

Close up and details of playing musicians, instruments in a marching, show band or music band

VPM Benefit Concert

Ava Kahn April 10, 2023

VPM High School has a benefit concert coming up! The concert will include performances by 2-much, Latin Music Club, Igneous, Life As We Tell It, and Ryan Forbes. The concert will be held in theater 300...

10 of the Weirdest World Records in the 21st Century

10 of the Weirdest World Records in the 21st Century

Ava Kahn April 7, 2023

Heaviest train pulled with beard: In 2001, Ismael Rivas Falcon pulled a 6,069 pound train 32.8 feet with his beard. Fastest time to drink two liters of soda: In 2021, Eric Booker, also known as Badland...

Rape Crisis Centers 50th Anniversary Art Show

Rape Crisis Center’s 50th Anniversary Art Show

Ava Kahn March 12, 2023

The Rape Crisis Center’s youth advisory board, GameChangers, is hosting an art show to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Rape Crisis Center (RCC). RCC 50th Anniversary Art Show: At the Intersection...

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