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Academics First: Why Colleges Prioritize Grades Over Activism
While student activism showcases leadership and community commitment, colleges consistently prioritize academic performance and rigor. Selective universities view grades and consistency as the primary predictors of future success, treating extracurricular involvement as a secondary factor to academic readiness, as explained by Belinda Bermudez.
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Don’t Be Dumb: A$AP Rocky’s Return After Almost A Decade
A$AP Rocky fans have finally been satisfied with the artist releasing his first album in over 7 years. His new album, “Don’t Be Dumb,” marks his fourth studio album which was previously announced December of 2022. The several delays with the album has left people wondering: “was it worth the wait?” Learn more as told…
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2026: 250 Years of American Progress
America’s 250th anniversary highlights its founding ideals, contradictions, expanded rights, ongoing challenges, and global role, urging reflection and youth civic engagement as the nation remains a work in progress, as explained by Robert Rojas
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Why Are Student Test Scores Declining?
In the last decade, there has been a rapid decline in test scores and academic performances from children from grades K-12. Some say this could be caused by a less rigour-focused curriculum, social media, or simply a lack of engagement. Learn more about the reasoning behind this as told by Alexa Tuya.
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President Donald Trump Introduces Board of Peace Initiative
President Trump’s voluntary “Board of Peace” initiative seeks to resolve global conflicts outside traditional institutions. While supporters value its high-profile leadership, critics doubt its legitimacy and lack of enforcement power. Its ultimate success in international diplomacy remains uncertain. As told by Madison Ramos
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Artemis II: Returning to the Moon Once Again
The Artemis II mission has been scheduled to launch marking the first time in 54 years since astronauts have been to the moon. This mission also marks the first time a woman and person of color will reach the moon. Learn more about the mission as told by Kelcey Etheridge.
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Anticipation Grows as Super Bowl LX Begins
The Super Bowl is starting now, but what’s all the hype about? From an incredible line up on both the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks teams to the awe-inspiring performances expected at half-time, this Super Bowl has fans hyped up. Read more as told by Leila Gardner.
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The Tragic Death of Alex Pretti: A Fatal Shooting
On January 24, 2026 Alex Pretti was killed by ICE agents marking the second ICE fatality that month. The agents claiming that Pretti was armed and resisting arrest. However contradicting stories from the agents and the Department of Homeland Security leads some to speculate what the correct way to handle the situation was. Learn more…
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