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Nikhil Namshamgari

Nikhil Namshamgari, Copy Editor

Nikhil Namshamgari is a junior at Pleasant Valley High School and serves as the Copy Editor for the Spartan Shield. Nikhil’s favorite classes include AP Physics, anatomy, and journalism. Outside of school, Nikhil has an interest in medicine, which is why he is involved with Future Physicians of America along with Robotics. Nikhil is looking forward to writing for the Spartan Shield.



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Plastic pollution serves as a major issue in today’s society, with nearly two hundred million tons of plastic in the oceans as of now.

A new solution to water pollution: A plastic-absorbing sponge

Nikhil Namshamgari, Copy Editor
December 11, 2023
With the end of 2023, many new inventions were created and will revolutionize future discoveries and inventions as well.

Top 5 Inventions of 2023

Nikhil Namshamgari, Copy Editor
January 6, 2024

[Video] PVHS Business Leaders Preparing for the Future

Timothy Ku and Nikhil Namshamgari
January 8, 2024
Apple has been in the market for many years, yet there are some products that stand out more than others and have changed the technology game. Photo credit to Apple.

Top 5 Apple Products

Nikhil Namshamgari, Copy Editor
January 6, 2024
As the trend in collecting sneakers rises, many enthusiasts are worried about the cost these shoes bring. However, there are many shoes that often go over the heads of consumers that still look really nice.

Top 7 Sneakers under $150

Nikhil Namshamgari, Copy Editor
January 5, 2024
Junior investor Abhinav Anthati looks into investing in foreign markets for the highest return rate.

The United States finds economic opportunity in India’s stock market surge

Nikhil Namshamgari, Copy Editor
January 2, 2024
Many people debate whether to take spanish or french in high school as each language comes with its own set of reasons why one should chose it over the other.

Top 3 reasons to take Spanish or French

Reetham Gubba and Nikhil Namshamgari
January 5, 2024
NASA and ISRO are teaming up to launch joint mission NISAR to survey the Earth, creating the first radar imaging satellite that uses dual frequency radars.

NASA and ISRO join forces in hopes of advancing future space exploration missions

Nikhil Namshamgari, Copy Editor
December 14, 2023
Many students attempt to handle many consecutive classes by doubling up

Doubling up on classes in certain subjects becomes a craze among high school students

Nikhil Namshamgari, Copy Editor
November 30, 2023
AI devices face regulation orders due to threats of privacy and information.

Biden Administration passes new regulations to ensure safety of AI

Nikhil Namshamgari, Copy Editor
November 29, 2023
Refurbished stadiums along with all-star players tempt many fans all around the world to visit hosting countries and boost their economy.

Middle East countries invest billions of dollars towards global sports

Nikhil Namshamgari, Copy Editor
November 17, 2023
Tala Herzallah, a university student in Gaza records live diaries and attends numerous interviews to shed light on civilian life during war.

Palestine student sheds light on life during war through virtual diary entries

Nikhil Namshamgari, Copy Editor
November 1, 2023

[Video] Voices of the Valley episode #40: ACT vs SAT

Nikhil Namshamgari, Copy Editor
October 31, 2023
Due to early outs on the first and third Wednesdays, many students decide to eat out.

Top five places to eat out on early outs

Nikhil Namshamgari, Copy Editor
October 26, 2023
Recently, animated movies have experienced a surge in popularity among avid movie watchers

Top 5 Animated Movies

Nikhil Namshamgari, Copy Editor
October 26, 2023
With the new changes to AP US History, students have a greater chance of receiving a better grade on essay prompts

The evolution of AP exams: New AP Precalculus and easier AP US History prompts offer exciting opportunities for high school students

Nikhil Namshamgari, Copy Editor
October 17, 2023
Neuralink strives to help disabled people with the aid of their new N1 implant directly to the brain.

Elon Musk’s Neuralink develops new technological chip to assist quadriplegics

Nikhil Namshamgari, Copy Editor
October 12, 2023
Although AP classes are rigorous, some are less challenging than others, allowing students to choose a class rigor they feel comfortable at. Photo credit to: Canva

Top five hardest and easiest advanced placement courses

Nikhil Namshamgari and Shivam Patel
October 10, 2023
Heat caused through climate change can potentially be trapped underground, ultimately causing buildings to deteriorate over time. Photo credit to: Canva

Trapped underground heat shapes the future of infrastructure in cities

Nikhil Namshamgari, Copy Editor
October 4, 2023
With the usage of new drug BP-NELL-PEG, space agencies and astronauts will be able to conduct missions to travel further and potentially inhabit new planets.

The launch of BP-NELL-PEG into space exploration could take space agencies to new heights

Nikhil Namshamgari, Copy Editor
September 27, 2023
During the trial, a significant accusation against Google revolves around the purported securing of billion-dollar agreements with tech titan Apple to promote Googles search engine as the primary browser for Apple devices.

Department of Justice vs. Google: A battle of monopoly allegations and tech dominance

Nikhil Namshamgari, Copy Editor
September 20, 2023
Junior Shivam Patel looks over his class’s curriculum to note the changes made to the late work and grading policy

Revamping grading and late work policies to improve student performance

Nikhil Namshamgari, Copy Editor
September 11, 2023
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