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Tropical Storm Ophelia
Ophelia struck the eastern coast by force during the weekend last week. It formed off the mid-Atlantic coast and was expected to bring heavy rain, storm surge and windy conditions. According to a research centre based in Miami, winds travelled at a maximum speed of 95 km/hr. Five people, including three children were endangered while in…
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Jaahnavi Kandula
“We’re all human, aren’t we? Every human life is worth the same, and worth saving.” – J.K. Rowling On January 23, 2023, a 26-year old graduate student from India who was studying at Northwestern University’s campus in Seattle, Jaahnavi Kandula, was hit by a police car while she was crossing the street. The officer who…
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Canada and India Relations
When one thinks of either India or Canada, the other country is not likely the first to come to mind. They seem to never interact in a way which could splash across national headlines; however, over the past couple of days, their souring relationship has piqued everyone’s curiosity. Hardeep Singh Nijjar The initial falling domino was…
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Alien Land Laws
When someone thinks of America, the idea many want to first pop in everyones’ heads is freedom or a new start. However, a new law around the country is pushing this idea further away: SB 264. What Is It? Many are calling the recent law a direct relation to the alien land laws, and the…
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Coup D’états in Africa
Gabon On 26th August, 2023, the parliamentary and presidential elections were held in Gabon. The results were announced on August 30th, 2023, and Ali Bongo Ondimba was announced as the winner, meaning he would have extended his 14-year presidential rule. Shortly after the announcement, soldiers led by high-ranking military officers seized control of key government…
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Growing Human Kidneys in Pigs
For the first time, researchers have been able to grow a human organ inside another species. Using a new technique, scientists implanted human cells into pig embryos. Specifically, they used genetic engineering to remove the kidney gene from inside these pig embryos. Then, they used human stem cells, pluripotent stem cells (which can develop in…
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Dear Corona
A cricket bat, frolic friends and a playground to play in, (Not regretting) A hectic life after ages has blown in, Abeyant and lonely had we seldom been, Fervently awaited that busy life after quarantine. Bags, pencil boxes, shoes and our uniform, Finally, chatting and rushing to school in a swarm, Relishing on Mum’s chicken…
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Rare Spotless Giraffe
Whenever someone imagines a giraffe there picture the iconic long neck and chocolate-colored spots on a creamy white coat. However, in a wildlife park called Brights Zoo, a giraffe was born with a solid chocolate-colored coat, and may be the only such giraffe in existence right now. The Brights Zoo, a family owned facility in…
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Vivek Ramaswamy: A GOP Saint or Annihilator
Chances are, if you have been keeping up with the 2024 Republican candidacy race, you have probably heard of Vivek Ramaswamy. A newcomer to the party, Ramaswamy in many ways mirrors other candidates in his attributes, and yet has many that set him apart from those who came before him. His confidence, communication skills, and…
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African Climate Summit
The long awaited African Climate Summit was held in Nairobi at the KICC (Kenyatta International Convention Centre) from the 4th of September to the 6th of September to discuss matters regarding climate change and the way forward for the African continent. The Secretary of Environment, Soipan Tuya, stated that world leaders were being awaited in…
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Women’s World Cup Recap
The 9th edition of the FIFA Women’s World Cup kicked off on the 20th of July,2023. In this prestigious international competition, Spain won their first ever Women’s World Cup title after defeating England by 1- 0 in a thrilling finale on 20th August, 2023. Ecstatic fans and Spain supporters cheered and celebrated waving flags. The…
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Hurricane Hilary
The storm made landfall on Sunday on the Baja peninsula of Mexico which caused one death and several casualties. The tropical storm then routed its way to Southern California where record breaking rainfall was reported together with its life threatening impacts. The Southern California governor, Gavin Newsom, declared a state of emergency issuing a warning…
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India Lands On The Moon
On Wednesday the twenty-third India made history when they landed on the south pole of the moon. This is a feat that no other nation has yet achieved, and it can lead to many other scientific discoveries and is also symbolic as it may be India’s first claim to being a space superpower. The satellite…
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GOP Primary Debates
The first Republican primary debates started with a bang last Wednesday. Fox News moderators Bret Baier and Martha MacCallum posed a series of hot topic questions to the eight presidential hopefuls. The polling frontrunner, former President Donald Trump, was noticeably absent from the first major debate. He, instead, decided to take up an interview with…
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We Shall Overcome
Rijak Kaur Sarla
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Mackenzie Shirilla Case Verdict
Mackenzie Shirilla, the Ohio teenage who was given the infamous name “hell on wheels” was sentenced to two concurrent 15 years-to-life sentences on Monday, 14th August. Shirilla was convicted on twelve counts including, four counts of murder, four counts of felonious assault and two counts of aggravated vehicular homicide. She was found guilty of all…
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Wildfires Ravage Hawaii
When people used to think of Hawaii, images of sandy beaches and palm trees came to mind first. However, now six fires ravage across the state depriving thousands of their homes and businesses. For almost a week, citizens of Hawaii have been facing the raging fires that has currently claimed the lives of ninety-six or…
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Twitter vs Threads
Twitter had been unopposed for more than 15 years, but earlier this month, Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta, released his “Twitter Killer” Threads. Threads took a mere 5 days to reach 100 million users, which begs the question, will Threads replace Twitter forever? New Changes to Twitter Twitter was first created to be a platform…
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New Samsung Galaxy Flip
Samsung Galaxy Flip’s latest release is a prime example of Samsung’s unwavering commitment to innovation. This phenomenal gadget breaks beyond the limitations of conventional smartphones and initiates a new era of mobile technology that combines design and utility. All Around Updates This phone is produced to serve elegance with its sleek and slim profile and…
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Benefits of a Summer Job for Teens
Are you the age of 14 or above? Do you have a desire to learn new things and broaden your experiences? Do you believe you treat others with fairness? I apologize if this sounds like a repetitious brochure, but if you have the qualities above, a summer job might be perfect for you. Though the…
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