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The Silent Crisis in Congo
The Silent Crisis in Congo
Cecilia Y., Writer • March 5, 2024

It has been revealed that some social media apps and news articles have spread awareness of a political crisis that has been ongoing for decades. Dating back to the First Congo War that occurred in East DRC, there have been an...

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The Steps Students Take to Colleges Across the Globe
The Steps Students Take to Colleges Across the Globe
Charlotte Y., World News Editor • February 1, 2024

In the United States, the college admissions process is often at the top of high school students' minds. In an attempt to create a competitive application, U.S. students need to balance their academics with a large number of extracurricular...

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What U.S. Support Means for Ukraine
What U.S. Support Means for Ukraine
Raphi L. November 1, 2023

After reading the blanket coverage on the Russo-Ukrainian war, you may be asking: Will Ukraine win its war against Russia? How many more civilians will die? The answers to these questions are heavily determined by the aid provided...

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College Admissions at Friends Academy
College Admissions at Friends Academy
Angelina P., Writer • February 1, 2024

A Demanding Process   There is an underlying pressure to succeed that is present even for myself as a sophomore in high school. The...

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Lantern Flies vs. New York
Lantern Flies vs. New York
Lyra-Ann K., Maddie H., Lucy Y., and Molly H. December 8, 2023

During the past couple of months, you may have noticed the mysterious arrival of the spotted lantern fly. They have been seen all over states...

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The Holiday Season at Friends Academy
The Holiday Season at Friends Academy
Angelina P. December 8, 2023

Friends Academy is no stranger to festivities. Once the weather turns cold and students begin to break out their crew necks, holiday spirit arrives...

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Bitcoin in a More Sustainable Future 
Bitcoin in a More Sustainable Future 
Austin N., Sustainability liaison • November 8, 2023

Innovative technologies often face skepticism, especially when they disrupt the status quo. Critics are often quick to question the environmental...

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The New Space Race: A Dash for Water
The New Space Race: A Dash for Water
Aiden L., Journalist • February 1, 2024

In 2011, United States lawmakers excluded China from the International Space Station because they collectively believed that China would attempt...

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On Beauty - A Book Review
On Beauty - A Book Review
Massimo D., Copy Editor • December 8, 2023

The story begins with two families: the Belseys and the Kippsies. The Belseys live in Massachusetts around forty minutes from Boston, while the...

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How to Make Teacup Candles
How to Make Teacup Candles
Marina K. December 8, 2023

I do too many crafts when I should be working on homework. Whether it be candles or origami, crafts are usually simple. Even when crafts don’t...

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Immersive Theater at Friends Academy
Immersive Theater at Friends Academy
Eleanor F., Reporter • November 1, 2023

Immersive Theater at Friends Academy  For the past few years, the Friends Academy Theater Department’s choices for the fall show have been...

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The NBA Experiments With A State Of The Art LED Court During 2024’s All-Star Weekend:
The NBA Experiments With A State Of The Art LED Court During 2024’s All-Star Weekend:
Will D., Copy Editor • March 5, 2024

This year, at the 2024 NBA All-Star Weekend in Indianapolis, the NBA experimented with a new LED basketball court that they debuted for the evening...

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2023-2024 LA Dodgers Offseason Acquisitions
2023-2024 LA Dodgers Offseason Acquisitions
Max K., Sports Editor • February 1, 2024

Recently, the Los Angeles Dodgers have made headlines by spending around 1.2 billion dollars on Free Agents. Most notably, they signed Shohei...

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2024 College Football Playoffs and The Drama with Florida State
2024 College Football Playoffs and The Drama with Florida State
Matthew R., Web Editor • February 1, 2024

This year, college football experienced one of its craziest years yet. This is mainly due to the world of college sports being almost three years...

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Mark Cuban Unexpectedly Sells Majority Stake In His Beloved Dallas Mavericks
Mark Cuban Unexpectedly Sells Majority Stake In His Beloved Dallas Mavericks
Will D., Copy Editor • February 1, 2024

On Wednesday, December 27th, 2023, the NBA’s board of governors unanimously voted to approve sale of the majority stake in the Dallas Mavericks...

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Paper Straws Suck
Paper Straws Suck
Thomas C. and Edward L. February 1, 2024

You order your regular ⅔ caff triple ristretto affogato venti, 2 scoop matcha, add banana, double blended, with whip, caramel drizzle, salted...

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