On April 8, science fans and space fanatics alike watched the skies to see the moon cross in front of the sun. Even non-enthusiasts bought special glasses to get a chance to see this rare phenomenon. All...
Cancer is the leading cause of death worldwide, accounting for nearly 10 million deaths in 2020, nearly one in six total deaths. Just in 2022 there were an estimated 20 million new cancer cases. Even more...
From the “Quiet on the Set” documentary to the ‘downfall’ of Amanda Bynes adding to the long list of fallen child stars, viewers are finally having a serious discussion on the major impacts children...
While clicking from story to story and scrolling from post to post, young adults often come across the activism of others, not just celebrities but their peers. It seems remarkable for people to be so...
Iowa politicians passed House File 2586 on February 28, stirring controversy amongst students. The bill aims to increase security in grade schools across Iowa, but its outcome might be just the opposite.
House...
Katelyn Morris, A&E Editor, News Editor
• March 21, 2024
High school graduation is being capitalized by large companies who aim to enrich the experience for graduating students.
When a high school senior walks across the stage to receive their diploma, they...
Iowa’s human growth and development classes will now be requiring all students to watch a computer-generated video regarding abortion.
‘Baby Olivia’ is an animated fetus that will be shown growing...
Muskan Mehta, Social Media Manager
• March 6, 2024
It has become trite. The redundant, sorrowful news of another school shooting. Coping from the endless tragedies that have transpired, people desperately want to point a finger.
The shooter, the parents...
Throughout high school, students are constantly told by the adults and media around them the importance of getting into a top university. While in the past this level of attention was reserved for exceptional...
When it comes to taking kids to soccer practice or art lessons, parents are ahead of the game. But when examining the entirety of the treatment of American children, the United States is far behind other...
When a student is physically ill, it is a given that they will stay home from school for the day as it is the responsible thing to do. However, when a student is mentally unable, suddenly they are considered...
From “The Slap Heard Around the World” to jokes on a celebrity’s antisemitism, award shows have turned from a moment to celebrate celebrity talent to a complete mockery of them. Is this moral? When...
