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Rise in concerns over social media and youth mental health

Rise in concerns over social media and youth mental health

Bianca Lewandowski, Staff Writer March 1, 2024

Over recent years, the concern about social media and its exposure to young children has risen. Only just recently is noticeable action being taken. For example, New York City is suing popular social media...

Substandard Sleep May Lead to a Stroke

Substandard Sleep May Lead to a Stroke

Rushil Garre, Staff Writer April 14, 2023

Proper sleep is vital for health. Not getting the correct amount of sleep at night can lead to numerous chronic health problems, such as high blood pressure and diabetes. Recently, a new study has revealed...

Mental Health Awareness

Mental Health Awareness

Bianca Lewandowski, Staff Writer March 3, 2023

Mental Health Awareness Month is not until May. However, now that the second semester has started, it's just as essential to check on our mental health. Having a strong and healthy mental health is...

Overcoming Procrastination - Understanding Why We Do It

Overcoming Procrastination – Understanding Why We Do It

Rishi Shah, Staff Writer March 3, 2023
Almost everyone has fallen to procrastination at some point in their lives. It's the practice of delaying or postponing tasks that we know need to be completed. Procrastination can have a substantial impact on students' and teachers' academic performance and productivity. In this post, we'll examine some of the causes of procrastination as well as frequent justifications for delaying tasks.
The Importance Of Sleep & Tips On How To Sleep Better

The Importance Of Sleep & Tips On How To Sleep Better

Rishi Shah, Staff Writer February 3, 2023

Why We Need Sleep: Increase your immunity Boost your productivity Improve your mood Improve learning Enhance your decision making What Happens When We Don't Sleep Enough? Sleep deprivation...

As Omicron Spreads, Thousands of Christmas Flights Were Cancelled

As Omicron Spreads, Thousands of Christmas Flights Were Cancelled

Rishi Shah, Staff Writer January 11, 2022
Due to the recent surge of Omicron cases among not just passengers but also airline staff, thousands of would-be passengers had their Christmas flights canceled at the last minute during the holidays.
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Who Is WHO?

Rishi Shah, Staff Writer November 12, 2021

Many are unaware of what WHO (World Health Organization) is and what its roles are for people globally. To begin, WHO is a non-profit organization that works worldwide and mainly focuses on promoting...

The Truth About Blue Light

The Truth About Blue Light

Rishi Shah, Staff Writer October 21, 2021
   Blue light is virtually everywhere in our 21st Century, and our eyes aren't sufficient at stopping it. The sun, computers, phones, LED lighting, Flatscreen TVs, fluorescent lights. Are there ways to escape? Yes, there are a few ways. This article will tell you some basic information about blue light, many of its effects - both positive and negative - and ways to escape the dangers of blue light. 
Indias Current COVID Crisis: Spreading Awareness

India’s Current COVID Crisis: Spreading Awareness

Ysabelle Dela Cruz, Staff Writer May 7, 2021

The spread of COVID-19 has dramatically changed the lives of many across the world. Although in America it seems as if we have the virus under control, other places such as India are being hit hard by...

14 Day Epidemic: One Year Later

14 Day Epidemic: One Year Later

Rylee Farrar, Editor March 5, 2021

On January 21, 2020, the U.S. was faced with its first case of COVID-19. Over a year later, that number has expanded to a whopping 29 million as the shutdown's anniversary nears. On March 9, 2020, New...

The Future of Greenhouse Gas Emissions

The Future of Greenhouse Gas Emissions

Aneri Upadhyay, Staff Writer January 7, 2021

The earth's temperature has been steadily increasing for decades, the rise of global warming not far behind. Ice caps have melted and environments have been destroyed. Every day, people are warned about...

Polio outbreak raises concerns

Polio outbreak raises concerns

Aneri Upadhyay, Staff Writer January 3, 2020

Polio, a disease thought to be eradicated, still exists in a few cases. It damages one's nervous system and rapidly causes paralysis in your legs. Its vaccine is required to be given as soon as someone...

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