The Axiom

Ethan Xu (10) | STAFF REPORTER

Since 2013, the number of gun-related crimes has jumped by almost 42%. In 2017, there were a grand total of 7700 victims involved in firearm-related crimes. In 2018, Toronto alone had 428 shooting incidents, amounting to nearly two and a half times the number of incidents in 2014. Obviously, this is a very negative and alarming trend, and the solution seems to be simple: get rid of all guns. The problem, however, is that criminals don’t follow the law, and if we take away guns from civilians we are simply making it easier for criminals. read more

Lilit Chilingaryan (11) | STAFF REPORTER

Society has yet to accurately portray mental health and mental illness, especially through the media, where such topics often become distorted and misrepresented. Though many might say that the media has been a catalyst for creating awareness regarding mental illness and its role in society, it has also greatly subdued this positive aspect by insinuating another altogether unhealthy perspective. Over the years, the content on the media has become quite negative; in the case of this topic, for example, there has been the glorification of mental illness, a subject that is rather endorsed than acknowledged.   read more

Ryan Hu (11) | STAFF REPORTER

In an increasingly interconnected world, anyone can hop on the internet and transport themselves to another country. Still, there are many benefits to getting up and moving to another country, both pragmatic and idealistic, and more and more individuals are choosing to as expats, digital nomads and international students.  read more

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

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

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

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

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