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Around the world, people who rely on imports from Russia and Ukraine have been hit hard by the ongoing war.
The Hidden Effects of the War in Ukraine: Famine and Increased Prices
Jessica Zheng, Staff Reporter • July 25, 2022

According to the United Nations (U.N.), below average rainfall across East Africa has created some of the driest conditions in four decades leaving more than 13 million people severely food insecure. Seasonal harvests have hit...

Mohammad Akonda 22 rides his electric bike around the Bronx Science courtyard before he prepares to bike home.
Electric Bikes are Here to Stay
July 25, 2022
Microplastics have been found in most remote reaches of the Earth including arctic glaciers, Mount Everest, and the deep ocean.
The Dirty Truth About Microplastics
July 25, 2022
Is employing more police on the streets and subways of New York City an effective means of bringing down the crime rate?
Crime and Punishment in New York City
July 25, 2022
A group of children dressed in red and gray play in Kabul, Afghanistan. This photo was taken on October 7th, 2020, a full year before the Taliban resurgence. During this time, tensions between the US and the Taliban rose once more, with Taliban attacks increasing.
Afghanistan and the Forever War
July 25, 2022
Many New Yorkers feel a sense of pride at the first Amazon labor union being established in New York City. “New York City has long been a leader in industrial innovation, both technologically and culturally,” said Kat Rjavinski ’20.
The Potential of Amazon's First U.S. Labor Union
July 25, 2022
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Arts and Entertainment
The film The Breakfast Club, released in 1985, and written and directed by John Hughes, is one of the most iconic teen films of the 1980s.
Cheerleaders, Cliques, and Class Politics: A Look Into Teen Films of the 1980s
Nora Sissenich, Staff Reporter • July 25, 2022

Cheerleaders, football players, nerds, and geeks: it’s no secret that American cinema is obsessed with high school and its cliques. Though there were some notable films depicting high schoolers in prior decades, such as Grease...

Here is a photo from La Femme’s performance at Brooklyn Steel in New York City on June 5th, 2022.
La Femme: The French Band Going Global
July 25, 2022
Eldisa Rosario ‘22 always uses ‘IRATE’ as her starting word, and it proves effective this time, as she gets the solution on her third try.
The Wonderous World of Wordle
July 25, 2022
Science Fiction 10
Cyber-Ethics: The Science in Sci-Fi
July 25, 2022
Here is a photo of the lead singer Allison Wolfe of Bratmobile performing live. Members of Riot Grrrl bands often wore very feminine attire to show that femininity does not equal weakness.
Riot Grrrl: An Underground Movement With An Aboveground Influence
July 25, 2022
Here is ETHEL, the featured spring quartet, playing their first set of the evening in the cafe on date night at the Met, as the sun sets.
The Met Museum Date Night
July 25, 2022
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Spotlight
Loose tea is generally preferred amongst tea connoisseurs, as loose tea is of higher quality.
The History of Tea
Khado Tsephel, Staff Reporter • July 25, 2022

Tea has become entrenched in the daily routines of millions. Like coffee, it is a popular beverage that people drink all over the world. From herbal tea to bubble tea, it has become an immensely popular drink throughout many different...

When asked about his hobbies, Mr. Morrell replied, “I don’t have a lot of hobbies but I spend a lot of time doing work for school which is fine, because it’s something that I enjoy doing.”
The Logic Behind Science: A Profile on Mr. Morrell, Assistant Principal of Physical Science & Engineering
July 25, 2022
Balli Kaur Jaswal has been commended for her ability to hook readers worldwide with her books, which combine enthralling storytelling with crucial diversity of characters and thought.
The Novelist Balli Kaur Jaswal Tells Her Story
July 25, 2022
Here is the Midtown Theater shortly after it opened in 1933. Its grand terracotta facade and marquee still stand today, although with a few new additions and a new name: The Metro Theater.
The Long-Empty 1930s ‘Metro Theater’ is Returning to the Upper West Side
July 25, 2022
My grandmother used to tell stories about demons who lived in the Wuta, when we went to visit Wuta Park.
Summers Behind the Mountains: A Profile of the Fujian Province in China
July 25, 2022
A child rides his bicycle outside of Nauru College through the Island Ring, the nation’s main road. The ring circles the entire island and has a circumference of 17 kilometers.
Nauru: The Phantom Island of the Pacific
July 25, 2022
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Sports
The NFL offseason delivered a spectacle, as the league has undergone a seismic change. Now, all we can do is wait until the games kick off to see how massive that change truly is.
Thrilling, Unpredictable, and League-Changing: Looking Back at the NFL’s Offseason for the Ages
Ethan Weinberg, Staff Reporter • July 25, 2022

Massive contracts. Short retirements. Shocking trades. A broadcasting frenzy. An unpredictable draft.  The result? A seismic change in the NFL that will impact its teams, players, coaches, and fans for years to come. Players...

Fans by the thousands flock to watch their favorite teams compete, and with science, we can discover why.
The Sports Charm: The Power and Draw of Competitive Athletics
July 25, 2022
The World Cup is a quadrennial competition that crowns a new football champion once every four years. The most recent World Cup concluded in 2018, when Russia hosted the event. Four years later, the World Cup hosted in Qatar will take place during November to December 2022. “The World Cup only happens every four years, so you should definitely take advantage of the opportunity to watch it,” said Lucy Paolini ’23.
Everything That You Need to Know for the Upcoming World Cup
July 24, 2022
Students get to play different sports and explore different forms of exercise in their Bronx Science Physical Education classes. Mr. Fallon said, “Here at Bronx Science, we have a high workload, with Advanced Placement classes and all the academic assignments. Exercise is a great way to help you to boost your mood, and it’s also a great stress management technique.”
Get Moving: Tips on How to Exercise More
July 22, 2022
Members of the Boys Varsity Lacrosse Team compete during a game.
The Culmination of a Three Year Lacrosse Journey at Bronx Science
July 21, 2022
The new CBA has attracted new fans to its game, while deterring others with its rule changes.
Are the Rules in the Newest Collective Bargaining Agreement Good for Baseball?
July 21, 2022
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