by Tori Martinez ‘23 Although 2020 was full of surprises and setbacks for the space industry, private companies such as SpaceX, Virgin Orbit, and Boeing have ambitious plans for 2021. To start the year on a positive note, on January 7 SpaceX launched its Falcon 9 rocket and successfully transported a Turkish broadcasting satellite into orbit, designed to broadcast internet … Read More
by Naomi Bang ‘23 Along with mask-wearing and social distancing, hand sanitizer has become a hot commodity during the coronavirus pandemic. Since hand sanitizer is now part of our daily routines, it’s important to know what is fundamentally happening when you clean your hands and the best method to do so. Since before preschool, children are taught that washing hands … Read More
by Ella Scher ‘23 Supernovas are some of the most violent events in the galaxy. The explosions of these massive stars give off an incredible amount of light and heat–as much energy as the sun will give off in its entire lifetime. However, they can also emit harmful rays of radiocarbon and carbon dioxide. A nearby supernova has the ability … Read More
by Emory Gun ’22 Much of the focus during the Covid-19 pandemic has been on schools and jobs, but what about the most vulnerable demographic of the elderly? Proper attention has not been placed on the mental health of elderly people. Instead, while their safety has been a priority, their loneliness has been overlooked. Many elderly people are alone and … Read More
by Hannah Lee ’21 As the temperature drops and nightfall approaches faster, many people find themselves dealing with worsened mental health while also struggling to find the motivation to complete everyday tasks. There is indeed a scientific reason for this phenomenon. Seasonal affective disorder, also known as SAD, is a type of depression which typically occurs at the beginning of … Read More
by Ella Casey ’21 Hyperloop technology used to be simply a product of science fiction, but as technology has continued to grow exponentially over the past decades, this fiction is close to becoming a reality. Hyperloop is a form of transportation which is particularly revolutionary in that the passengers board a pod which travels using a type of magnetic levitation … Read More
by Avery Prudenti ‘22 With Joe Biden as the new President-Elect, many things are expected to change. The Biden administration has four main priorities including economic recovery, Covid-19, racial equality, and climate change. As a Democrat, Biden believes very strongly in a fuller response to climate change and has many plans to help our Earth heal. “[Biden] proposed the most … Read More
by Paige Werden ‘21 As Covid-19 continues to persist and with schools uncertain when they will resume in-person instruction, students are left wondering when their lives will return any closer to normal. Online school has dictated their lives for the first quarter of the school year and their routines and schedules have been impacted as a result of this. Many … Read More
by Avery Prudenti ’21 Seeing friends, hanging out, and living life to the fullest are things that have been put on hold for a lengthy time now. This social withdrawal has affected everyone as many people thrive off of human contact in social settings such as parties, school, or just being with friends. But there are others who like to … Read More
by Naomi Bang 23’ Once again, the flu season is approaching, leaving many asking, “Should I get my flu shot?” According to experts, the answer is unequivocally yes. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) urges patients to get a flu vaccine this season because it is the primary step in preventing influenza virus. Health officials are particularly enforcing … Read More