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Murder of Farah Akbar Sparks Humanitarian Movement
by Audrey Chang ’23
Kuwaiti woman Farah Akbar was abducted and murdered on April 20, leading to activism and protests for female protection.
9 May 2021
Plans to Remove Troops From Afghanistan, but at What Cost?
by Ashka Jani ’22
President Joe Biden plans to withdraw troops from Afghanistan from May 1 to September 11. However, the consequences may be devastating for Afghan citizens.
9 May 2021
India’s COVID-19 Triple Variant
by Meghana Paturu ’22
Coronavirus cases in India have exponentially risen, while a new triple mutant variant raises more concerns for the country.
9 May 2021
NFT Boom Takes the Media and Market by Storm
by Chloe Sun ’24
Beeple’s record-breaking $69.3 million sale has brought NFTs to the global spotlight, impacting both art and crypto communities. So what exactly are they?
9 May 2021
Prince Philip’s Death: Remembering His Legacy
by Ashton Basak ’23
On April 9, Prince Philip passed away tranquilly in his home at Windsor Castle. His legacy of loyalty and service remains strong in hearts everywhere.
3 May 2021
J&J Vaccine Concerns
by Aaron Xi ’22
While the J&J vaccine is now back in circulation, it is hard for many to forget previous federal concerns over vaccine-caused blood clots. However, the vaccine has proven to be effective against COVID-19, meaning the benefits outweigh the risks for many.
3 May 2021
Israeli Oil Spill Results in Diplomatic Mess
by Audrey Chang ’23
Accusations made after 1,000 tons of tar spilled along Israeli coast and $14 million in damages.
19 Mar. 2021
COVID-19: A New Normal
by Michelle Sun ’24
It has been a while since COVID-19 was first detected, and we all wonder: when is it going to end? Read this article to find out what the status is on the possibilities of a return to the pre-COVID-19 era.
20 Mar. 2021
Cuttlefish Are More Intelligent Than We Think
by Elizabeth Yang ’22
Cuttlefish have recently passed a variation of the famous marshmallow test, a cognitive assessment designed to measure kids’ self-control. Having the capacity to pass a test conceptualized for human beings opens up a whole new world of possibilities of these intriguing creatures’ cognitive abilities.
20 Mar. 2021
Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy Sentenced to Jail
by Meghana Paturu ’22
On March 1, 2021, a Paris court found former French President Nicolas Sarkozy guilty of corruption and influence peddling. After months of investigations, Sarkozy was sentenced to a full year in prison and a two-year suspended sentence.
19 Mar. 2021
2021: The Year of the Ox
by Neeharika Beru ’22
According to the Chinese zodiac, 2021 is the Year of the Ox. In general, the Year of the Ox represents stability, honesty, strength, and determination. People worldwide are hoping this will come true, especially since 2020 was a brutal year for everyone.
15 Mar. 2021
Diriyah E-Prix Subjected to Attempted Missile Attack
by Tom Athron ’21
Saudi Arabia has faced international criticism for its treatment of the Houthis in Yemen. With a high number of bombings and civilian casualties, the United Nations has called the situation in Yemen the “largest humanitarian crisis on the planet.”
15 Mar. 2021
Asian Discrimination Amidst the Pandemic
by Richa Chaturvedi ’21
It is imperative to understand that racism is not the solution to stopping the virus. Asian Americans are struggling alongside other Americans regarding the pandemic; therefore, blaming those who happen to be Asian will only cause further violence and hatred, which is the last thing the country needs.
15 Mar. 2021
Texas Left Shivering
by Emma Mathew ’22 and Arshia Mathur ’22
The devastating winter storm left millions without power, heat, food, and water. The storm also had detrimental effects on COVID-19 relief efforts, disrupting food banks and vaccine shipments. Arguably the greatest disaster in Texas’s history, the storm left the Lone Star State shivering in the cold.
15 Mar. 2021
Dozens Dead After Indonesia’s Sulawesi Earthquake
by Audrey Chang ’23
A 6.2-magnitude earthquake is one in a string of ravaging disasters that have hit the island nation of Indonesia, showcasing the damage of a more extreme climate.
21 Feb. 2021
Why Did the College Board Scrap Subject Tests and Essays?
by Neeharika Beru ’22
On Jan. 19, in the middle of a pandemic, the College Board drastically altered college admissions.
21 Feb. 2021
Severe Reactions Put Moderna Vaccines on Hold
by Flora Xia ’23
A pause on lot 041L20A of the Moderna vaccine rollout in California this January heightened public distrust of vaccines, despite recent findings that the vaccines are safe.
21 Feb. 2021
The Global Reaction to Joe Biden’s Historic Election Victory
by Ashton Basak ’23
The amount of global support Biden and Harris have received since their historic election victory signifies a new era in American foreign relations.
23 Dec. 2020
Assassination of Iranian Nuclear Scientist Provokes New Conflict
by Flora Xia ’23
The assassination of Mohsen Fakhrizadeh, a nuclear scientist, on November 27 has sparked tension between Iran, Israel, and America.
23 Dec. 2020
Thanksgiving and the COVID-19 Pandemic: Is it Better Safe or Sorry?
by Michelle Sun ’24
With the number of COVID-19 rising by the day, the preservation of Thanksgiving and other holiday traditions are at risk.
23 Dec. 2020
Explosive Crossfire Between Citizens and SARS Erupts Across Nigeria
by Skylar Grey ’23
The fight for justice and an end to the SARS force in Nigeria has sparked violence, protests, and a globally trending hashtag.
15 Nov. 2020
Large Wave of Protests against Thailand’s Monarchy
by Meghana Paturu ’22
Citizens in Thailand are currently fighting their government for their rights. Thanathorn Juangroongruangkite, the leader of the FFP, is proud to see his people rising.
15 Nov. 2020
The Beheading of Samuel Paty
by Elizabeth Yang ’22
Horror swept France when news went around of a French teacher being brutally decapitated this past October.
15 Nov. 2020
Worries Over UK COVID-19 Human Challenge Trial Plans
by Audrey Chang ’23
As researchers and experts continue seeking a safe and effective cure to this deadly virus, the ethicality of challenge trials have caused much debate as to whether these ventures are necessary.
15 Nov. 2020
Armenia-Azerbaijan Conflict
by Tom Athron ’21
Armenia and Azerbaijan’s conflict over the Nagorno-Karabakh region, which has roots that extend back through history, was resolved on Nov. 11.
15 Nov. 2020
COVID-19 Threatens Human Rights Activists
by Jenna Park ’21
Although it’s risky to hold massive protests, it is possible to follow the CDC’s COVID-19 precautions while spreading awareness for human rights.
11 Oct. 2020
California’s Raging Wildfires
by Madhumita Kannan ’22
Only in 2020 would a baby gender reveal cause a whole state to catch on fire and impact the rest of the world. Other conditions, such as strong winds and high temperatures, have fanned the flames, but the fire was ignited by the gender reveal’s smoke-generating fireworks.
4 Oct. 2020
Making a Global Change: The French BLM
by Meghana Paturu ’22
Even though the tragedy of George Floyd touched the hearts of the American people, it also reignited calls for justice all over the world.
11 Oct. 2020
New Bill Allows California’s Ex-Inmates to Become Firefighters
by Elizabeth Yang ’22
On Friday, September 11th, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed Bill AB 2147, extinguishing inmate firefighters’ records and paving the way for them to become firefighters when released.
4 Oct. 2020
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