It Was The Best of Times, Then it Was The Worst of Times; WW3 Speculations Arise Once Again

Sarah Morra (12) | Staff Reporter

Each year, it seems as though fear is instated within many, with inflammatory speculations of the commencement of world war three. Rumors begin to spread, comments are made, all based on a supposed cold war we are in the midst of. The center of these concerns is based around the Russia-Ukraine war — but how exactly are the tensions building, what are the factors that have lead to this, and what does this entail?  read more

Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul: A Rigged Match?

Angela Xiao (9) | STAFF REPORTER

November 15, 2024 marked the long awaited match between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul. This highly anticipated event brought in a whopping 74 million viewers, but it was indeed left with much disappointment and uncertainty. Though the scores clearly portrayed Jake Paul as the winner, many, including myself, believe otherwise. read more

Projects: Because Real Life Doesn’t Have Multiple Choice Questions

Ethan Xu (10) | STAFF REPORTER

The education system is arguably one of the most important foundations of a country. As students, we’re all familiar with it as well. We’re told that education is there to teach, nurture, and even educate. To achieve this, the system uses assessments, which can most notably be categorized into two groups: projects and tests.  read more

Is It Our Actions or Our Words That Define Who We Are?

Angela Xiao (9) | STAFF REPORTER

In the passage of life, we seek happiness and opportunities, hoping for success, yet when we face our evitable death, we are left wondering about the choices which we made in our lives. Was what I did for the greater cause, or was it simply for my own greed? This pondering fills our heads with countless questions and regrets but still, mankind chases after the simple riches and power that we so desire.  read more

The Future is Fusion; A Breakthrough in Clean Energy

Ayda Kulacoglu (10) | STAFF REPORTER

The quest for clean and sustainable energy has long been a topic of controversy and exploration. With concerns over environmental impact, resource scarcity, and climate change, researchers have tirelessly sought innovative alternatives to traditional energy sources. The pursuit of a cleaner and more efficient energy future remains a global imperative, driving advancements in technology and scientific understanding. read more

The Online News Act : One ‘Bill’ paid to Canadians, and Many More to Come

Emily Yang (10) | STAFF REPORTER

It’s 8 a.m. on a bright Saturday morning. As you enter the kitchen, you hear distinct chattering coming from the TV, and your little brothers scream and zoom past you. Oh well, you think, as you grab a coffee and start scrolling on CBC’s Instagram account for the latest news.  read more

Effortless Action: How the Concept of Wu-Wei is Still Relevant

Lilit Chilingaryan (11) | STAFF REPORTER

The way that life unravels sometimes feels like a paradox: things that are forced and intended are rarely accomplished in their true nature, and things that occur naturally and unintentionally are splendidly fulfilled as if by luck. For example, when we try to force an intelligent or funny demeanor, it just defaces us, and when we try to get excellent marks we might again be left unsatisfied. How can we control our life if its trajectory doesn’t follow our expectations? read more

The 2024 US Presidential Election: Why Kamala Harris Was Obviously the Better Candidate

Christian Intendencia (10) | STAFF REPORTER

As many of you may know, Donald Trump was just re-elected as president of the United States. His re-election brings about many feelings of fear and uncertainty for the future of Americans. In an article from the New York Times, he stated that he will immediately order mass deportations, use soldiers against citizens, and play politics with disasters. There are numerous videos with proof that he has actively spoken on various threats to bring disaster to America. Here is one thing he said, in his own words: “With your vote, we will seal the border, stop the invasion, and launch the largest deportation effort in American history.” By referring to immigration as “invasion,” he is disregarding the significance of millions of people who have come to the country. People who came with hopes, dreams, and aspirations. But it’s not just that: he is also wasting billions of dollars by deporting people who actively contribute to boosting the economy. Unfortunately, this is just one of the many horrible things that Donald Trump has been advocating for. read more

Hollywood And The Ethics Of Racebending

Ryan Hu (11) | STAFF REPORTER

Representation has long been difficult for Hollywood, and in recent decades the solution has been simply to present more non-white actors on screen. Racebending is one of the trends currently expressed by Hollywood, and refers to films where the race of a character is changed. These trends are an indication of Hollywood’s insensitivity to race, but may also signal a better future for non-white actors.  read more

Mistreatment of Women in Healthcare

Eva Guo (9) | STAFF REPORTER

A woman visited a hospital after receiving many painful headaches. She was told that she was just being dramatic after asking for a brain scan, that she just needed rest. She was brushed off numerous times until she finally got it in 2015. By then it was too late; she had a brain tumor so large that it could not be surgically removed. read more