Trump advances Keystone XL and Dakota Access oil pipelines with executive action
By Matthew Mancini (’18) On Tuesday, January 24, President Trump signed an executive order that will continue the construction of the Keystone XL and Dakota Access oil pipelines. These two projects had been halted by President Obama, but Trump promised to continue construction once he took office during his campaign. The construction of the two pipelines was denied by the Obama administration as they were harmful to … Continue reading Trump advances Keystone XL and Dakota Access oil pipelines with executive action
Trump’s first executive order on Obamacare
By Matthew Mancini (’18) On Friday, January 20, 2017, Trump signed an executive order in the Oval Office that will “direct agencies to ease the regulatory burdens associated with Obamacare”. Trump and the Republican-held U.S. Congress will continue to implement this act until they discover a way to repeal and replace the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. Trump also signed confirmation for his first … Continue reading Trump’s first executive order on Obamacare
The UN gets a new security general: Antonio Guterres
By Matthew Mancini (’18) On October 16, 2016, the United Nations appointed prime minister of Portugal Antonio Guterres as the next Secretary General of the United Nations. Guterres will replace the incumbent Secretary General, Ban Ki-moon, who stepped down on December 31, 2016. Antonio Guterres took office on January 1, 2017 after being appointed by the General Assembly. According to the UN website, the responsibility … Continue reading The UN gets a new security general: Antonio Guterres
Clemson Upsets ‘Bama, Triumphs in National Championship Classic
The Clemson Tigers handed Alabama their first loss of the year, compensating for last season’s defeat in the title game and coming home with the school’s second national championship. By Evan Kolin (’18) In a championship matchup that will go down as an instant classic, Clemson secured the national title on a touchdown with one second to spare, winning the contest in Tampa by a … Continue reading Clemson Upsets ‘Bama, Triumphs in National Championship Classic
Istanbul New Year’s Night Attack
By Matthew Mancini (’18) Police are investigating an attack at the Reina nightclub in Istanbul’s Ortakoy district that occurred at 1:15 AM on Sunday January 1st, local time. The shooter opened fire outside of the nightclub, killing one police officer, and then going into the largely populated nightclub, killing at least 39 civilians and wounding more than 70 people. According to CCTV footage and Turkish … Continue reading Istanbul New Year’s Night Attack
The IA Predicament- Sports v. School
The International Academy is known as one of the most rigorous institutions in the nation, headlined by an IB curriculum that can lead to a highly stressful four years. So how can students possibly balance the IA workload while still participating in sports at their home district? Continue reading The IA Predicament- Sports v. School
2016 Electoral College Overview
By Matthew Mancini (’18) The electoral college voted on Monday, December 19, 2016 to choose the next president of the United States. There had been a great deal of controversy as to whether the electors would stay true to their respective state’s votes, or to vote against the interests of their state and vote for another candidate, otherwise known as being a faithless elector. However, despite … Continue reading 2016 Electoral College Overview
Pistons Moving Downtown, Joining Red Wings in Little Caesars Arena
After 29 years in Auburn Hills, the Pistons have announced their long-anticipated move to downtown Detroit to join the other three major professional sports teams in the city. Continue reading Pistons Moving Downtown, Joining Red Wings in Little Caesars Arena
5 Pistons Games to Watch in December
With the year winding down, and midterms and break coming up soon, it may be hard to catch many Pistons games right now. However, here are five marquee matchups to mark in your calendar for the month of December. Continue reading 5 Pistons Games to Watch in December
Iowa Stuns Michigan, Spoils the Wolverines’ Undefeated Season
Iowa completed one of College Football’s biggest upsets of the year in their victory over the University of Michigan on Saturday, but how much does this surprising loss really affect the Maize and Blue’s bid for a playoff berth? Continue reading Iowa Stuns Michigan, Spoils the Wolverines’ Undefeated Season
The Overachiever 