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Pope Francis dies at 88
Pope Francis dies at 88
Normaris Franco Luna, Editor in Chief • May 1, 2025

Jorge Mario Begolgia, the Bishop of Rome, famously known as Pope Francis died at 88 two weeks ago, leaving everyone shocked and mournful.  Pope...

Ancient remains discovered in mass grave
Ancient remains discovered in mass grave
Anthony Parkman, Writer • April 10, 2025

As construction crews churned up dirt to renovate a Vienna soccer field last October, they happened upon an unprecedented find: A heap of intertwined...

Connecticut man held hostage by Stepmom for 22 years
Connecticut man held hostage by Stepmom for 22 years
Mariam Diaby, Writer • March 27, 2025

Kimberly Sullivan, fifty-six, the stepmom of the young man thirty-two, held her stepson captive for twenty-two years and subjected him to harsh...

Immigration rights as fundamental human rights: A legal and moral analysis
Immigration rights as fundamental human rights: A legal and moral analysis
Meg Douty, Editor in Chief • May 1, 2025

In a time where global crises drive unprecedented numbers of people from their homes, the principle that immigration rights are human rights...

Trump’s tariffs spark world trade war
Trump’s tariffs spark world trade war
Jasmine Smith, Writer • April 10, 2025

President Donald Trump’s announcement of new tariffs targets dozens of U.S. trade partners April 2, 2025. US stocks took a hit Monday after...

Trump’s dismantling of Department of Education takes toll on disabled students
Trump’s dismantling of Department of Education takes toll on disabled students
Megan Douty, Editor in Chief • April 10, 2025

President Donald Trump’s ongoing efforts to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education has sparked concerns from advocates, with critics warning...

The Woman in the Yard: A Horror Movie about Mental Health
The Woman in the Yard: A Horror Movie about Mental Health
Mariam Diaby, Staff Writer • May 1, 2025

The Woman in the Yard, directed by Jaume Collet-Serra, was released on March 28, 2025. It is a mental health horror movie featuring Danielle...

The Met Gala: “Tailored for You”
The Met Gala: “Tailored for You”
Madison Heimer, Writer • April 10, 2025

As attendees arrive at the 2025 Met Gala, they’ll do so under the thoughtful guidance of this year’s dress code: Tailored for You. Far more...

Drama Club’s Successful Production: Chicago (Teen Edition)
Drama Club’s Successful Production: Chicago (Teen Edition)
Jasmine Pescarino, Staff Writer • April 3, 2025

On the evening of March 22, 2025, the curtain fell for the final time on Manchester High School’s production of Chicago (Teen Edition). Over...

Immigration rights as fundamental human rights: A legal and moral analysis
Immigration rights as fundamental human rights: A legal and moral analysis
Meg Douty, Editor in Chief • May 1, 2025

In a time where global crises drive unprecedented numbers of people from their homes, the principle that immigration rights are human rights...

The danger of drones
The danger of drones
Anthony Parkman, Staff Writer • May 1, 2025

A commercial airliner was on final approach to San Francisco’s international airport in November when the crew spotted a drone outside the...

Shifting perspectives: recognizing the culture of homelessness
Shifting perspectives: recognizing the culture of homelessness
Megan Douty, Editor in Chief • March 27, 2025

Homelessness in America is more than just a crisis– it’s a reflection of our collective values, policies, and attitudes. Yet, far too often,...