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British Journalist Fraser Nelson stands at the podium to present their opposing perspective on the proposed Value Added Tax on private schools by the Labour Party. The VAT would likely be charged at 20% and be added to annual tuition.

Education at a cost: UK Labour Party’s VAT on private school tuition provides opportunity to improve national education

Inez Stephenson, Media Team April 24, 2024

As a student at a private school – where tuition is already increasing by nearly 10% for the next school year – the introduction of the Labour Party’s Value Added Tax pledge on private school tuition...

Armaan Raj (’26) and Saira Mundassery (’26) eat together at South Asia Night April 11. Mundassery said she enjoyed the range of activities on the night. “My favorite parts of South Asia Night are definitely the spice contests because it really brings everyone together and also the performances everyone does are really amazing,” Mundassery said.

South Asia Club hosts annual celebration

Blu Belinky, Media Team April 23, 2024

Seya Sawiris contributed to reporting.

In general, Saturdays prove to be one of the Italian restaurant’s busiest days, leaving staff extremely busy. Despite their busy schedule, Rosso’s customer service remained superb.

Review: Enoteca Rosso provides unique, authentic Italian culinary experience

No matter how many times you go, every bite at Rosso is unique. Its emphasis on traditional dishes makes for complex yet delicious flavor profiles. The consistently delicious food makes choosing your lunch...

Have a Seat: Assistant High School Principal Natalie Maisey reflects on assuming new role, leadership

Jaden Gardiola, Culture Editor: Online April 16, 2024

Timestamps: Immediate reaction to Interim HS Principal role (0:53-3:21) HS Principal review process (3:21-4:39) Reflection on past experiences (4:39-8:11) Comments on administrative change...

The Nagorno-Karabakh conflict has deeply affected the lives of thousands, yet it remains relatively unknown to many. The dispute started over three decades ago and has since resulted in two large-scale conflicts and intermittent clashes between Armenia and Azerbaijan.

The forgotten war: Nagorno-Karabakh conflict remains overlooked, insufficiently acknowledged by world

Zoe Karibian, Media Team April 15, 2024

Editor's Note: Azeri and Azerbaijani are used interchangeably in this article to refer to the people of Azerbaijan. I am a descendant of an Armenian genocide survivor. My ancestors fled the Armenian...

The fashion world delights viewers with its Fall-Winter 2024 collections, available in the coming months for shoppers. A surge of more eccentric looks made the season a memorable one, with several brands reaching virality online.

Reznick’s Runway Rundown: Best of Fall-Winter 2024

Anna Reznick, Lead Culture Editor April 9, 2024

Inflatable plastic boots, ties made of braided hair and gray wigs drew unusual emphasis on accessories this season. With every brand fiending for an “it bag” of the season, a little of the concentration...

Elia Blot-Lefevre (’26) works on the website he created for his ocean cleanup business, Osean. Blot-Lefevre has also made social media accounts promoting his startup.

Elia Blot-Lefevre reflects on entrepreneurial journey, career aspirations

Sophia Hsu and Yasmine Rivera March 18, 2024

While surfing with his dad along the Moroccan coast in 2023, Elia Blot-Lefevre (’26) could not ignore the unsettling amount of litter floating in the sea. After catching a wave brimming with plastic,...

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