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Space Threats Are Real—And We’re Getting Ready
Article by Sarah Higashio Gocsei, Writer • May 28, 2025

Have you ever watched the movie Armageddon? When it hit theaters in 1998, viewers were drawn in by the dramatic storyline and unforgettable theme song by Aerosmith. In the film, a massive asteroid the size of Texas is hurtling...

“Same Life, Same Rights”: LGBTQ+ Issues in Japan
“Same Life, Same Rights”: LGBTQ+ Issues in Japan
Article by Berenice Paul Bregeon, Writer • May 27, 2025

As the weather continues to get warmer, and the month of May draws near its end, anticipation for the next month also rises. The thought of June brings many exciting events to mind: graduations, summer break… However, before...

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Sea Turtles vs. Light Pollution: Hamataro’s Story Sheds Light on a Growing Threat
Article by Sarah Higashio Gocsei, Writer • April 16, 2025

Do you know how old the world’s oldest loggerhead turtle is? On August 13th, 1950, Hiwasa Junior High School students near Ohama Beach hatched a baby turtle named Hamataro. Today, Hamataro is 74 years old and continues...

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ASIJ MUN V: Mark of a New Global Order
Article by Elizabeth Rexrode, Writer • April 8, 2025

The dissolution of the Soviet Union on December 8th, 1991, may mark the end of all Communist ideals and Russian influence as Western nations encroach onto former Soviet territory....

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How Disillusionment Fuels Europe’s Far-Right Surge
Article by Shivaan Kothari, Writer • April 8, 2025

In 2000, traditional center-left and center-right parties maintained around 75% of the vote across major Western democracies. In the 2020s, they are struggling to overcome newcomer far-right parties. So,...

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Why the Beatles Are Not Overrated
Article by Elizabeth Rexrode, Writer • April 2, 2025

A quick Google search on who is the biggest band in music history will immediately present you with the Beatles. Their “Abbey Road” album cover appears as an easter egg in countless movies, “Here...

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Artificial Intelligence vs. Hip-Hop Artistry and Expression
Article by Shivaan Kothari, Writer • April 1, 2025

The advent of artificial intelligence has brought into question the ethics of employing it in creative fields. On one hand, AI can be used to supplement the development of a piece of art. On the other,...

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The 10 Best Hip-Hop Albums of 2024
Article by Shivaan Kothari, Writer • February 12, 2025

Defined by a beef between the two biggest rappers of our generation—Drake and Kendrick Lamar—2024 was a historic year for hip-hop. The sparks for this battle had existed...

What Makes Stevie Nicks a Queen of Rock and Roll
What Makes Stevie Nicks a Queen of Rock and Roll
Article by Elizabeth Rexrode, Writer • January 29, 2025

Since 1975, Stevie Nicks has been twirling, flowing, and dancing across the stage, immortalizing her place in pop and rock culture. From singing about Welsh mythology to struggles...

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Gold Circle Awards

Read articles that won Gold Circle awards from the Columbia Scholastic Press Association:

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1st Place - Sena Chang
A Look Through Time: The War in Afghanistan

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1st Place - Sena Chang
The Russia-Ukraine Crisis: A Chronology of a Turbulent History

Personal opinion: Off-campus issues
2nd Place - Aaryan Kumar
How Japan’s Obscenity Laws Reinforce Conformity

Sports Features
Honorable Mention - Sam Barbir
The Race that Captivates a Nation

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