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Social media star Zoella's YouTube channel has more than 11 million subscribers. Zoella is known for her beauty product reviews, of which she receives a percentage of revenues when subscribers purchase through her links. Screenshot courtesy of Zoella's YouTube.

Social media is consuming our lives—and we love it.

Monica Kenny, Reporter
February 9, 2019

Over the past decade, the rapid rise of social media has undeniably changed American culture. It birthed trends, careers, memes and social movements....

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Harvard is one of the many universities across America affected Affirmative Action. Photo Courtesy of Flickr.

Should Affirmative Action Still Be Considered?

Martha Nicholas, Media Editor, Reporter
December 13, 2018

Affirmative Action is one of the key components during the college application process. Similar to the financial aid and standardized testing category,...

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The argument for a plastic straw ban is more complicated than it seems. Check back for a podcast discussion with Academy science teacher Laura Housman. Photo courtesy of Pixabay.

The last straw

Monica Kenny, Reporter
October 4, 2018

Plastic straws, a seemingly innocuous object, have recently been a hot topic of contention in legislature nationwide. As concern for climate change grows,...

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Voting is one way to make a political difference in your state and country. You can also contact your representatives or joining local activist groups supporting the causes that you are interested in. Photo courtesy of the U.S. Army.

Three simple ways to make a political difference : How to be civically engaged

Taylor McKenzie, Webmaster, Reporter
April 28, 2018

On Friday, students from Sacred Hearts Academy walked out of their classes to protest gun violence and demonstrate their civic engagement. More than 2,600...

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Students gather at elaborate venues in hopes for a perfect night. Photo courtesy of Pixbay.

Is Prom Actually Worth It?

Martha Nicholas, Media Editor, Reporter
April 10, 2018

Every year, high school students across the country spend months prepare for prom. It is a semi-formal dance that takes place towards the end of junior...

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More than 800,000 American immigrants are being affected by recent policy changes made by
the Trump Administration. The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) organization,
which is currently being phased out, allowed individuals who entered the country as minors to
receive a renewable two-year period of deferred action from deportation to be eligible for a work
permit. In an interview, President Donald Trump stated that more Norwegian immigrants, or
white Europeans, should apply for American citizenship. In contrast, immigrants from war-torn
countries, like Syria, are being refused refuge in America.

Trump’s America Comic

Jasmine Matsumoto, Reporter
March 7, 2018

More than 800,000 American immigrants are being affected by recent policy changes made by the Trump Administration. The Deferred Action for Childhood...

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Everybody deserves to have a voice, but often, it is usually the loudest voices that are heard. In today’s society, insults like, “man hater” or “little lady,” have become the norm for women. Add to that the term “feminist,” and the insults are amplified and often misconstrued in the media. Instead of standing for justice and equality, feminism has become a marketing strategy that does little to eradicate these misinterpretations. Illustration by Jalen Tam.

What it means to be a modern feminist

January 30, 2018

Feminism is a confusing topic that inspires, enrages or baffles people. The term is often used as an attack against women who may be perceived as strong...

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Bottles of water line grocery store shelves. Photo courtesy of Whiteman Air Force Base.

Where’s My Water?

Rebecca Meyer, Features Editor, Reporter
November 6, 2017

One of the phrases that students athletes hear most often is, “Drink water and stay hydrated,” but few take it seriously. Whether it’s in the classroom...

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Bittersweet: Fate of the honeybees

Bittersweet: Fate of the honeybees

Taylor McKenzie, Reporter, Media Editor
May 2, 2017

Honeybees are vital to our survival. It’s a phrase that may sound trite, considering its newfound popularity. It’s also something found everywhere...

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Food waste by the numbers. Information from  Hawaii News Now and Hawaii Business

Waste In Paradise

Taylor McKenzie, Reporter, Media Editor
April 24, 2017

We live in Paradise. It’s something we’re told from the endless days of summer that grace our islands and the sound of waves just a few minutes...

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Photo courtesy of Zeevveez on Flickr

Oahu’s two-year-old plastic bag ban: Is it working?

Celine Isabelle Arnobit, Reporter, Feature Editor
March 28, 2017

On July 1, 2015, Hawaii became the first state to issue a ban on plastic bags.   Almost two years later, however, how effective has the ban been? It...

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General etiquette necessary for youth

Celine Isabelle Arnobit, Reporter, Features Editor
March 1, 2017

Some consider teenagers and young people to be among one of the more disrespectful age groups in school, in the community and in the workplace. They point...

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An average teen finds happiness in purchasing the newest model of the X-Phone; little does she know, her satisfaction will be short-lived. Seeking to find fulfillment and a way to maintain a high-standing on the social hierarchy, society’s desire for the ‘latest and greatest’ often reflects a lack of self-worth and a jaded view of happiness. Illustration by Kailanianna Ablog.

Having the latest and greatest

January 31, 2017

Through the centuries, the general principle of happiness has been poked, prodded, turned over on its head and studied by everyone from philosophers to...

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