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The book It Ends with Us by Colleen Hoover recently went viral on social media platforms, particularly since 2021. The book arguably romanticized the abuse that the protagonist experienced while others viewed it to have accurately represented her experiences.

Colleen Hoover’s novel “It Ends with Us” romanticizes abuse

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Due to increased time spent on social media, teenagers attention spans have decreased, according to The Guardian. Devices continue to grasp our attention in many ways, often making them a huge disturbance to everyday interactions.

Attention spans dwindle due to social media use

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Former Duchess Camilla’s title as Queen rather than Queen Consort is likely to further exacerbate British discontent towards the monarchy. In the U.K.’s post-Brexit political climate, defining national identity was already a daunting task; the royal familys decision to refer to Queen Camilla without the term Consort has only added to the confusion.

Former Duchess Camilla’s coronation as Queen jeopardizes British identity, tradition

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Student sleep deprivation is a topic of importance which is frequently overlooked. According to a study conducted by the Child Mind Institute, 70% of teens did not sleep the recommended eight to 10 hours every night.

Sleep deprivation impacts daily life, requires attention

News
AP art students exhibit artwork
AP art students exhibit artwork
Uma Israni, Reporter • May 26, 2023
The new asylum rule enforced by the Biden Administration applies to migrants who cross the U.S.-Mexico border illegally, excluding unaccompanied migrant children. Thousands of migrants anticipated the end of Title 42 along the 2,000 mile border with Mexico.
Title 42 expiration prompts discourse on immigration
May 19, 2023
U.K. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak meets Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky Nov. 19, 2022. They gathered to discuss increased defense support against Russia in support of Ukraine.
UK provides long-range missiles to Ukraine ahead of counter-offensive
May 18, 2023
Features
Director of Student Life James Perry joins The Standard for an in-depth interview regarding his upcoming leave of absence, a reflection on student culture, school social media accounts and more.
Have a Seat: Director of Student Life James Perry explains road to departure, trends in school culture
Jaden Gardiola, Culture Editor: Online • May 31, 2023
Rubble is cleared from the interior of St. Mark’s Church and roof trusses are stabilized because it is still unsafe to enter. Vicar Kate Harrison has begun to plan what the reconstruction should entail.
Vicar of destroyed church has yet to grieve as restoration process begins
May 26, 2023
Students and faculty members reflect on the growing number of people adopting vegan and vegetarian diets. The rise of plant-based diets has shown a growing awareness on health and environmental impacts through our food choices.
Community reflects on health, environmental impacts of plant-based diets
May 24, 2023
Culture
Snapchat is working to improve MyAI, an artificial intelligence bot first implemented into the platform in February. Snapchat AI was prone to misleading content and bias may be seen through conversations when it was first released. Snapchat included additional safety enhancements and limits to the bot.
Snapchat's MyAI feature raises concerns regarding safety, privacy
Sophia Hsu, Reporter • June 6, 2023
German fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld is highly regarded in the fashion industry. However, his controversial comments caused some Met Gala viewers to wonder if he deserved to be honored with an entire theme dedicated to his work.
Met Gala theme dedicated to Karl Lagerfeld sparks controversy among students
June 6, 2023
Ai Weiweis exhibition “Making Sense” is being held at the Design Museum April 7 to July 30. Weiwei addressed the concept of value in our changing society.
Ai Weiwei’s ‘Making Sense’ exhibition presents changing values through design
June 5, 2023
Opinions
Screenwriters along the picket line near Walt Disney Studios while striking for adequate compensation. Their contract renegotiation requests were denied after streaming giants unjustly refused to adjust their residual payments.
Writers’ strike exemplifies pitfalls of streaming services, unites industry
Yasmine Rivera, Reporter • May 30, 2023
Student sleep deprivation is a topic of importance which is frequently overlooked. According to a study conducted by the Child Mind Institute, 70% of teens did not sleep the recommended eight to 10 hours every night.
Sleep deprivation impacts daily life, requires attention
May 17, 2023
Former Duchess Camilla’s title as Queen rather than Queen Consort is likely to further exacerbate British discontent towards the monarchy. In the U.K.’s post-Brexit political climate, defining national identity was already a daunting task; the royal familys decision to refer to Queen Camilla without the term Consort has only added to the confusion.
Former Duchess Camilla’s coronation as Queen jeopardizes British identity, tradition
May 9, 2023
Sports
Reporters Adrian Caillaux-Diaz, Colton Stenson and Theo Van Zyl interview guest Michael Dawson (’26) on his opinions about the 2023 NBA playoffs. Dawson gave his input on surprises and upsets of the second round in a podcast series that will continue next school year.
And1 Podcast: NBA fan shares his take on playoffs controversy
Adrian Caillaux Diaz, Colton Stenson, and Theo van Zyl • June 1, 2023
Gideon Putnam (’24) high-fives his varsity boys baseball teammates after a successful run May 27. Putnam said the game against the International School of Brussels went well in a game that they won 17-3.
Varsity sports teams compete in ISSTs
May 31, 2023
Tamia Windless (’26) dribbles back down the court as she gets ready to shoot. This past season was Windless’ first time on the varsity basketball team.
Tamia Windless shares experience as only Grade 9 athlete in varsity basketball
May 24, 2023
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