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By Ting Lian By late 2025, the Gaza Strip had witnessed more than two years of a devastating war, punctuated by a fragile ceasefire that took effect on October 10, 2025. The conflict—triggered by Hamas’s October 7, 2023 attack on Israel, and Israel’s subsequent military campaign in Gaza—had killed thousands of Palestinians, mostly women and…

By Jessica Yoffe On September 30, 2026, flight FZ1073 on Flydubai Airlines was flying from Dubai and was supposed to arrive in Tel Aviv. The flight ended up landing in Saudi Arabia after an incident occurred onboard.  This incident took place  in the cockpit when Captain Smit Machchhar, the Indian pilot of the flight, was…

By Robby Scianna As if human trafficking wasn’t enough of a global concern, cats are now at risk too. Recently, twelve men in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam were caught illegally capturing nearly 2,700 cats from the city. Every day, they would split up into small groups, searching the streets for unattended cats. They reportedly…

By Maliah Grote What do you notice when someone approaches you? From clothes to appearance to smell, one thing can change how someone sees you at first glance: cleanliness. Cleanliness isn’t just about showering and washing your hands; it’s also about how you present yourself. Clean clothes, brushed hair, clean teeth, and well-kept nails can…

By Lea Rushatakankovit I don’t know about you, but as far as the shoes in the house debate is concerned, it pains me to see footwear even one inch beyond the doorframe. Having come from a household where bringing shoes inside is taboo, perhaps I’m a bit biased. However, I do believe my stance still…

By Madeline Tanaka Dear Diary, I woke up beneath a thumbnail at 7:03AM, which is not the most glamorous place to live, but it is a safe one. Yesterday, I had millions of bacterial neighbors. We had communities, food, and a small but promising recycling program. Then, my human reached for a bottle of hand…

By Jessica Yoffe You’ve probably borrowed a friend’s eyelash curler or mascara when you left yours at home, assuming it wouldn’t hurt because it was “only once.” In reality, sharing eye makeup is a common unsanitary habit among teenage girls, especially during quick touch-ups in school bathrooms or while getting ready together before going out.…

By Audrey Dern Bathroom etiquette is often discussed, but not enough, as many bacteria and viruses thrive in the room. Most may know this, but others do not, and that is to close the toilet lid before flushing. It is a simple task, yet many overlook it, which is why this article will hopefully inform…

By Haley Kim  I always come home from track practice, sweaty and exhausted, yearning to flop onto my beautiful full-sized bed and dive under the covers; but I realize I’m awfully sticky and don’t want to get into my bedsheets. So, of course, I decide that the most optimal choice is to simply lie on…

By Jessica Yoffe Mastering a wide range of artistic mediums takes serious dedication, and sophomore Laura Hah makes it look effortless. From painting banners for ASB and sculpting for her 3D design class to competing in various art contests, she constantly pushes her creative boundaries. Below, she shares insights into her creative process, her favorite…