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The Nuclear Option

The Nuclear Option

Myles Hazen February 28, 2022

Nuclear energy provides a solution to renewables’ greatest problem: consistency. Solar energy doesn’t work without sunlight, and wind farms don’t work on calm days. Though cities can store renewable...

When is a Nation Not a Nation?

When is a Nation Not a Nation?

Cody Busch-Weiss February 4, 2022

Several hundred years ago, the Iroquois and Great Plains tribes invented the sport of lacrosse. Today, those same tribes are not allowed to compete in the world championships of that same sport. The Iroquois...

In 1950 worldwide, the average person was 23 years old. In the United States, the average person is nearly 40.

The Demographic Crisis

Cody Busch-Weiss January 27, 2022

The world’s population overall is getting significantly older, and this will fundamentally change the world as we know it. In 1950 worldwide, the average person was 23 years old. Today, the average person...

Why E-Bikes Rule

Why E-Bikes Rule

Aden Meisel and Myles Hazen December 9, 2021

Introducing one of the world’s newest transportation trends: e-bikes. According to the World Economic Forum, e-bike sales have surged by an astonishing 145% since 2020.  Any avid cyclist would agree...

Whose Body Matters More?

Whose Body Matters More?

Elli Westmacott and Claire Tolles November 17, 2021

My body, my choice; this slogan is recognizable from billboards to cardboard cutouts.  The battle over abortion rights is a controversial topic that is erupting across our country. From political debates...

Whether the original intent of cancel culture was to make sure that rich and powerful face repercussions for their actions, spread gossip, or increase publicity, the only thing to do is choose whether or not to participate.

Cancelled

Milla Hirsch and Claire Tolles November 17, 2021

When opening Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Snapchat, Tik Tok, or almost any type of communicative app, the word or hashtag of cancelled is virtually bound to pop up. An un-ecological brand is cancelled,...

Is It Critical?

Is It Critical?

Alexandra Siegel November 17, 2021

Only half of Laguna Blanca students can provide a definition of what critical race theory is. Nationwide, the discussion continues whether critical race theory should be taught in schools, due to the polarizing...

A rioter prepares to smash a news-crew's video equipment on the ground at the Capitol Riot, January 6th, 2021.

Attack On Democracy; a follow-up

Luca D’Agruma, News Editor September 14, 2021

In our March 2021 issue, I penned an article describing the January 6th riot at the US Capitol, the dangers posed by a growing violent alt-right movement, and what must be done to protect our democracy....

Black Widow from the upcoming movie, “Black Widow”

Re-opening the Curtains

Nikki Mielcarek, Staff Writer June 10, 2021

With COVID-19 restrictions slowly lifting, movie theaters are beginning to welcome viewers back in person all over the U.S. The industry delayed dozens of new releases over the past year, disappointing...

A rioter prepares to smash a news-crew's video equipment on the ground at the Capitol Riot, January 6th, 2021.

Our Democracy Is Threatened

Luca D’Agruma, Graphic by Claire Tolles April 7, 2021

John Adams, a Founding Father of our democracy, said, “Remember, democracy never lasts long. It soon wastes, exhausts, and murders itself. There was never a democracy yet that did not commit suicide.”  For...

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