by Samantha Woodruff




Picture you spent hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars to see your favorite artist perform. You took time off from work, got all dressed up, and even bought some merchandise to support your favorite artist. And now that you’re finally in your seat, the lights begin to dim as that...
Growing up, I saw girls my age putting on makeup, talking about boys, and wearing dresses and skirts. I would look at them, thinking I was broken for not wanting to do any of that girly stuff. Later, I realized that I hated it; my friends would always want to...
When it comes to fitness in schools, expectations are harder for some students than others. We are expected to do jumping jacks and running in place, and even sit-ups or push-ups at a young age, which makes the weaker students become targets of teachers and students. Ones that get picked...
In recent news, the White House is currently under fire due to a recent image released by President Trump on social media. Displaying himself over a sick man in need, the controversial image depicts President Trump as a ‘holy’ and ‘righteous’ figure that bears a strong resemblance to Jesus Christ. Or...
On Monday, April 13th, a 15-year-old boy slashed another teen in the face, in a burst of violence, inside their Bronx high school. It happened around 12:50 p.m. inside Willian H. Taft High School, the authorities said. The suspect cut the victim on the forehead with a scalpel, but it...
Sports teams have a massive amount of influence on the respective areas that they call home. So, when they move, whatever status and supplementary revenue they generate will automatically go towards the next city they decide is their home. It is because of that influence and power that many cities...
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