Abolishing the Death Penalty
Over a thousand people have been executed by the death penalty since the 1980s in the U.S. alone! There have been many ongoing disagreements about whether the death penalty should…
More $$ Towards Performing Arts or Sports?
It has been a back and forth argument about whether the school should spend more money on sports or the performing arts. Those in favor of sports feel that their…
The three ‘R’s’: 2014
Filled with merriment, tragedy, and cultural clashes, 2014 affected us all— for better or worse. In a technology-driven age where individuals gravitate to their smartphones like flies to honey, teens…
The mark of masked crusaders: superheroes’ survival in Tinseltown
Extraordinary beings donning civilian clothes, persistently combating the world’s evil forces, have generated fascination among the masses since their creation. Superheroes capture the American public’s adoration through numerous ways— whether…
To Kill A Butterfly
Rapper Kendrick Lamar released his newest album ,”To Pimp a Butterfly,” Mar. 16. Being a long time fan of his music even way back to his Overly Dedicated days, the…
‘Avengers: Age of Ultron’ far from marvelous
Marvel Studios welcomed 2015 with its anticipated sequel, “Avengers: Age of Ultron,” released May 1. Fans flooded box offices to revisit their beloved superhero dream-team while satisfying Marvel’s pockets; the…
Rev up your revolution
As the temperature increases, and students flock to Florida’s coast to relish the favorable weather, teens start to look at the mirror with mangled expressions. Most Americans once again yearn…
Bieber Toast: A review of the latest Comedy Central Roast
On Mar. 30, Comedy Central aired its annual “Comedy Central Roast”, taking the opportunity to crack some fun at singer Justin Bieber. It was a major success, especially among teens…
Another step towards the finish line
On Tuesday, Jan. 6, gay marriage was finally legalized and recognized in Florida. Including the Sunshine State, gay marriage is legal in 36 states. Marriages began in Miami-Dade County on…
Tis the season for studying: overcoming the overload
Some say farewell to school for a couple weeks, waving assignments goodbye. Others leave the building but cannot escape work. While the sea of assignments varies in depth among students,…