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News

Russian Military Begins to Withdraw from Syria

*This was originally published on ModelUN.news on December 15, 2017 -Matthew Mancini (’18)   During a meeting at the Russian Hmeimim airbase near Latakia, Syrian President Bashar Al-Assad and Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed upon a reduction of Russian troops in the war torn nation of Syria.   The meeting took place on Monday, December 11, 2017 and symbolizes a victory against extremists groups in … Continue reading Russian Military Begins to Withdraw from Syria

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Features

What Does an “Equal Playing Field” Mean?

-Amith Dayananda (‘18)   Anthony’s forehead is dripping with sweat. The decision for his dream school comes out tonight. Anthony worked hard all of high school, whether it be staying after school countless hours for various extracurriculars or studying so much the night before a test he only got an hour of sleep. When the clock struck 12, Anthony received an email. He had been … Continue reading What Does an “Equal Playing Field” Mean?

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Deadly Plane Crash Near Moscow

-Randy Mi (‘19)   Moscow, Russia – In the early afternoon of February 11th, the residents of the small village of Stepanovski, about 50 miles northeast of Moscow, were startled by the sight of an Antonov AN-148 dropping out of the sky. The fireball was caught on a surveillance camera in a nearby house, showing a bright orange Antonov trailing smoke slamming into a nearby … Continue reading Deadly Plane Crash Near Moscow

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Opinion

Environmental Action A Dwindling Concern For Current Administration

-Neha Middela (‘19)   In recent months, the current presidential administration has repealed crucial environmental legislation within the United States, protecting the health, waterways and landscapes of the American public. Most recently, the Environmental Protection Agency, under the Trump Administration, repealed the “Once In, Always In” policy, dating from the Clinton Administration, regulating the amount of hazardous pollution within industrial areas. In October, the administration … Continue reading Environmental Action A Dwindling Concern For Current Administration

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Judge and Timer Ready? The Phoenix Forensics Team Competes at the Maple Invitational

-Adriana Doria (‘19)   Forensics is a public speaking competition that showcases high school students in a multitude of different categories ranging from “Public Address” to “Interpretation.” The IA Phoenix Forensics team travels to between three and five invitationals per year all throughout Michigan in hopes of qualifying for the regional and state competitions in the spring.     On February 3, 2018, the IA … Continue reading Judge and Timer Ready? The Phoenix Forensics Team Competes at the Maple Invitational

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SpaceX Falcon Heavy Rocket Launches, Marking A New Milestone For Rockets

-Aadi Shiv Malhotra (‘21)   Kennedy Space Center, Florida – Elon Musk’s company, SpaceX, managed to launch its massive 230 feet, or 70 metres, tall Falcon Heavy rocket into space, and inside it was Elon Musk’s personal red Tesla Roadster. This rocket is the largest rocket to launch since 1973, when the largest rocket ever made, the Saturn V, was launched into space for the … Continue reading SpaceX Falcon Heavy Rocket Launches, Marking A New Milestone For Rockets

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Columns

Themed Poetry: Questions

-Vanessa Kiefer (’20)   “Questions”   Progress Is it not inevitable? We wear black, purple Measures that are charitable   We say that’s enough Throw a bone to the cause But the river still churns And there’s no true applause   People will ride their bikes Watch their movies   Meet friends for lunch Comment on other beauties   Because we’ve done the limit And … Continue reading Themed Poetry: Questions

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Entertainment

It’s Boom or Bust Time For Tom Izzo

-Alex Fry (‘19)   For possibly the first time in his career, Tom Izzo’s legitimacy is being brought into question. After Michigan State started off the 2017-2018 season as one of the favorites to win the NCAA Championship, it is now under question if they are even the favorite to win the Big 10.   Michigan State is littered with talent this year. Miles Bridges … Continue reading It’s Boom or Bust Time For Tom Izzo

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Columns

Humans of IA : Junior Week

Sally Bdeir’s View on School Stress -Ama Sarpomaa (‘21)   Everyone knows that attending the International Academy is a challenge in itself. When asked about the biggest struggle in her life right now, junior Sally Bdeir had an answer similar to most students at the IA.   “My biggest struggle right now is having to balance my school life with my personal life,” Bdeir said. … Continue reading Humans of IA : Junior Week

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Columns

Exploring the Arts: The Greatest Showman

–Adriana Doria (‘19)   “Ladies and Gents, this is the moment you’ve waited for!” The Greatest Showman– the movie-musical about the life of circus creator and “the greatest showman” P.T. Barnum and his rise to the top- is shown in your local movie theaters. This movie reminds audiences of all ages that no matter the exterior, everyone is beautiful and talented in their own unique … Continue reading Exploring the Arts: The Greatest Showman

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