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The Rise and Fall of Stanley Cups

The Rise and Fall of Stanley Cups

William Landahl '26, Writer April 19, 2024

I’m almost certain that you’ve heard about or seen Stanley cups. These water bottles are everywhere, finding fans both across our campus and our entire country. They certainly aren’t the first we’ve...

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The Forgotten War: Shedding Light on the Conflict in Sudan

Elizabeth Hiller '25, Writer March 18, 2024

It has been only 10 months since conflict broke out in Sudan, but already 12,000 have died, eight million are displaced, and 25 million require humanitarian assistance. The Sudanese Civil War has rapidly...

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Opening of Lord Rama Temple Reignites Centuries-Old Controversy

Anagha Devarakonda '26, School and Local Editor March 11, 2024

Most retellings of the Ramayana – the life journey of one of Hinduism’s most prominent gods, Lord Rama – start with the same phrase: “In Lord Rama’s birthplace, Ayodhya…” Today, this famed...

Tucker Carlson and Journalistic Neutrality

Tucker Carlson and Journalistic Neutrality

Bryce Baker '25, Writer February 26, 2024

On February 6, ex-Fox News host Tucker Carlson announced his plans to interview Russian president Vladimir Putin. Before the interview was even released, controversy struck. Everyone from Russian journalists...

Resignations and Accusations in Higher Ed

Resignations and Accusations in Higher Ed

Anna Hastings '26, Writer February 26, 2024

Over the past few months, the presidents of Harvard University and the University of Pennsylvania resigned after facing scrutiny. In early December, both institutions’ leaders, Claudine Gay and Liz Magill,...

School Safety: More Guns, More Safe?

School Safety: More Guns, More Safe?

Darin Eberhardt '25, Opinion, News, and Features Editor February 26, 2024

This is Part 1 of a two-part series. Once the second part is published, you will find it here. School shootings are one of the most salient issues of the 21st century, but the federal government continues...

2023 Space Year in Review

2023 Space Year in Review

TJ Miller '25, Writer February 13, 2024

2023 was a big year for space—the record for the highest number of launches globally was shattered, with 224 orbital launches last year compared to 2022’s previous record of 186. The United States...

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The Legacy of Bubba Copeland

Cayla McNiece '27, Writer February 12, 2024

Disclaimer: this story mentions suicide and online harassment. Bubba Copeland was born on May 27th, 1974, in Columbus, Georgia; however, those who knew him would agree that his life truly started when...

Trump: Bounced from the Ballot?

Trump: Bounced from the Ballot?

Akilan Sankaran '25, Writer February 5, 2024

The recent federal trials of former President Donald Trump have garnered significant public interest. And although there is much speculation on the outcome of the trials, there is only one decision which...

Why You Should Vote for Biden

Why You Should Vote for Biden

Abhishek Narahari '24, News Co-Editor January 28, 2024

Over the last few months, ever since the October 7th attacks, President Biden has incurred deep criticism for his actions during the Israel-Hamas war. Some have even threatened to withhold their votes...

Why Im Not Voting for Biden

Why I’m Not Voting for Biden

Darin Eberhardt '25, Opinion, News, and Features Editor January 22, 2024

2024 is the first election cycle that I will be able to vote in, which, for someone who is heavily interested and involved in current events and politics, is an exciting landmark. This year, however, I...

Our School Must Foster Inclusivity and 6/7 is the Place to Start

Our School Must Foster Inclusivity and 6/7 is the Place to Start

Krish Mahto '29 and Julian Hu '29 November 27, 2023

The Academy’s community seems perfect, luring many students to its prestigious campus. We were no exception and saw the Academy as an opportunity for educational growth and freedom from discrimination....

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