By Yasmine Mezawi As everyone has succumbed to being stuck at home in order to practice social distancing, many have had time to pick up new hobbies or have extra time to spare. During these unprecedented times, one can take advantage of the various streaming platforms available. And Disney’s new streaming service, Disney+, provides the…
By Fabiha Faruque This weekend, Muslims all over the world are celebrating one of the most significant holidays in the Islamic calendar — Eid al-Fitr. What is known to be the “Festival of breaking fast,” marking the end of the synchronically observed holy month of Ramadan, is commemorated on different days across varying regions. The…
By Jaylyn Gonzalez Looking back at the 2019 to 2020 school year, it’s hard to only ponder about the ways that the outbreak of the coronavirus (COVID-19) has affected students and, unexpectedly, cut the year short. However, students can’t just erase all of the notable memories they created with friends and staff members for the…
By Ajmaanie Andre For our country, For our forefathers, United let us march. This is the first sentence of La Dessalinienne, the Haitian National Anthem, which serves as a symbol and constant reminder of the pride within Haitian heritage and the country’s grueling fight to freedom. “I am proud to be Haitian regardless of what…
By Aileen Delgado As the days go by in quarantine, we can’t help but reminisce on the last few moments we spent with our loved one. We simply sit here and wish we could’ve hugged them a little tighter, held them a little closer, and had the chance to exchange a proper goodbye. But, we…
By Carla Rubio Special from print (March-April Issue) As many of us fall victim to self-quarantining, finding ways to be productive is key to not losing motivation during a time where it is needed most. One easy at-home activity is cooking and baking — and if there was a perfect time to pick up some…
By Jaylyn Gonzalez For many students, the stress-filled season of online AP testing and submissions of AICE essays and projects has struck—leaving many struggling with concentration and a great lack of motivation. With hardcore studying and being on the verge of burning out, assignments have quickly turned into an ongoing cycle of boredom and immense…
By Fabiha Faruque It is that time of the year once more. Muslims everywhere around the world are synchronically observing the ninth and holiest month in the Islamic calendar: Ramadan. Anyone familiar with its practices is in no way, shape, or form alien to partaking in the act of fasting from dawn to dusk. History…
By Melanie Fernandez Featuring Psychologist Annette Gutierrez Hersh and Town Clerk Gina Inguanzo In a matter of weeks, the world was forced to shelter away in their homes as the novel coronavirus outbreak swept through each country. All routines were interrupted, and life was put on pause as millions grappled for a sense of normalcy….
By Carla Rubio Birthdays are synonymous with celebration: a big party, family or friend reunion to commemorate life on Earth. But now, as we adapt to the age of COVID-19 and social distancing, our current circumstances have put a damper on how we celebrate. No more huge birthday bashes, or even small family parties at…