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The origins of the abaya are quite vague, dating back to the ancient civilizations of Mesopotamia. (Photo Credit: Ryan Miglinczy / Unsplash)

In France, Freedom of Choice is Crumbling

Sirajum Munira, Staff Reporter January 26, 2024

Article IV of The Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen states that “liberty consists in being able to do anything that does not harm others,” and “thus, the exercise of the natural...

Climate protesters took to the streets in more than 50 countries in September 2023, demanding that world leaders phase out fossil fuels. Pictured is protest in Germany from this time. As Al Gore describes it, “Heres what is most needed, and that is a much larger uprising at the grassroots level, like the one here in this city last weekend where far more people than were expected (75,000 people) in the streets of Manhattan.” Protests like these are needed to convince policymakers that change is imperative. (Photo Credit: Mika Baumeister / Unsplash)

Climate Change is Here. Action Must Be Taken Now.

Alexandra Ghile, Staff Reporter January 26, 2024

“Wow, it’s snowing in Israel and on the pyramids in Egypt. Are we still wasting billions on the global warming con? MAKE U.S. COMPETITIVE!” And yet, despite Donald Trump’s call for competitiveness,...

Whether it is simply having someone you trust, or a more formally established therapist, adequate mental health support will often equate to the ability to openly talk without feeling judgment or criticism. (Photo Credit: Priscille Du Preez / Unsplash)

Breaking the Silence: Understanding Why Younger Generations Embrace Therapy

Claire Elkin, Staff Reporter January 26, 2024

From spiritual healers to Serbian therapists to Mount Sinai psychiatrists, sixteen-year-old Tara Tomic ’25 has seen her fair share of mental health counselors. Beginning virtual therapy at just twelve...

Sleep deprivation is a constant, the product of procrastination, projects, and perpetually insufficient time. (Photo Credit: Krista Mangulsone / Unsplash)

Saving Sleep: The Wake-Up Call That You Need

Hallel Abrams Gerber, Staff Reporter January 26, 2024

Walk into any grocery store, and you will see a refrigerator full of energy drinks, surrounded by groups of teenagers; the caffeine from the drinks will propel the teens through another long day of school...

Here is a fragment of a poster in Berlin, Germany, from a group protesting animal experimentation. (Photo Credit: Bekky Bekks / Unsplash)

The Unseen Suffering in Animal Testing

Mandy Wu, Staff Reporter January 25, 2024

When people hear ‘animal testing,’ some picture harmless scenarios like applying makeup to our furry friends, while others associate it with riskier tests, such as injecting chemicals into animals....

This photo emphasizes the importance of language in a developing mind’s conception of imagination and creativity.
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Language’s Effect on How the Human Mind Understands Art

Carlos Martinez, Staff Reporter January 25, 2024

Throughout history, there have been repeating patterns in art, such as common themes and techniques used to make beautiful pieces. However, each culture has its distinctive style; art historians have observed...

Oftentimes in the media you commonly see the word “aesthetic” associated with self care. This stems from the idea that self care needs to be aesthetically pleasing in order to be worthwhile. However, this idea is completely false and can lead to much discouragement amongst people and lack of certainess in self care practices. This photo is good proof of how the media uses techniques such as color-matching, specific placement of items, and minimalism in their photos to push this idea to consumers. (Photo Credit: Brooke Lark / Unsplash)

The Misrepresentation of ‘Self-Care’

Angeline Rivera, Staff Reporter January 17, 2024

The misrepresentation of self-care in the media can potentially lead to more problems for the people who influenced by these ideas. A lot of misrepresentation is spread throughout the media, such as regarding...

Many bodegas in New York City are very small, which leads to a more compact feel and a less expansive inventory.

Bodegas: The Backbone of New York City

Gabriel McCarthy, Staff Reporter January 16, 2024

If you were to ask a New Yorker in 2018 what they thought would survive the apocalypse, they would most likely give you two things: cockroaches and bodegas. Five years and a global pandemic later, the...

 For first generation students, the college application process can appear as a seemingly insurmountable task. Though it may be difficult, there are a plethora of resources available to assist you. (Photo Credit: Baim Hanif / Unsplash)

Being the First: Navigating the College Application Process as a First-Generation Student

Ruby Moran, Staff Reporter January 16, 2024

It’s intimidating to think about the sheer amount of weight of your family’s dreams placed upon your shoulders. The college process is an intimidating process on its own, and this stress can be exacerbated...

This photograph of a piece of a run down property is in a small town called East Moline. East Moline is one of the Quad Cities in Illinois that has suffered with many businesses collapsing over the past few decades.

America’s Loss of Hegemony – the Foremost Cause Being the Declining Middle Class

Samantha Nair, Staff Reporter January 9, 2024

The 'American Dream' is an enthralling fantasy; however, it is not necessarily as prominent a reality as we might think it is. Prices are high, wages are low, and there is limited room for advancement...

The Survey Strip

The Survey Strip

Liah Igel, Staff Reporter January 9, 2024

Often during Bronx Science students lunch periods, a time to catch up with friends, sleep, and relax, many Bronx Science students also spend them catching up on classwork and studying for upcoming Uniform MidYear exams.

Study Tips and Advice for Success with Bronx Science’s Uniform MidYear Exams

Tiffany Wang, Staff Reporter January 3, 2024

Winter break, for many, is a perfect time for people to sleep in, laze around, and finally take a well-deserved break. Bronx Science students enjoy these perks as well, but they do have some studying to...

Even though the population is still increasing, the rate at which the population is increasing is decreasing rapidly, and many people say that after a certain point, the population will fall. (Photo Credit: Rob Curran / Unsplash)

A Woman’s Choice

Sophia Nguyen, Staff Reporter January 2, 2024

Fertility rates have decreased at an increasing rate recently, and people have started to take notice. World wide, fertility has decreased from an average of 5 births per woman in the 1950s  to 2.3 births...

We can see the moon in detail from a telescope lens on Earth, but most people will never experience seeing it up close in real life. This doesn’t even account for all the other planets and aspects of space we have yet to discover in our lifetime.

The Confinements of the World

Chaiya Milowic, Staff Reporter December 28, 2023

For many years, I have operated under the notion that you only get one chance at life, which makes me feel stuck and trapped in this vast world. Having only one go-around with its limited moments and opportunities...

Here is the Climate Change March on September 17th, 2023, displaying the sheer number of people who are advocating for climate change awareness. (Photo used by permission of Climatestrikebxsci on Instagram)

The Importance of Marching to Save the Planet

Liah Igel, Staff Reporter December 28, 2023

How many times have you seen a climate change article, ad, or video in the media? It is so emphasized in our current society, that everyone's brains have become desensitized to the issue due to its over-usage....

The Louvre museum, although full of breathtaking art, is simply another example of the Eurocentric mindset people take when imagining their romanticized lives.

TikTok Aesthetics is a Lie – Your Life Is NOT A Movie

Eunseo Lee, Staff Reporter December 27, 2023

“Stand clear of the closing doors, please,” an automated voice declares. The chilly air is contained within the thick walls of the metal subway car. The circular orange light of the subway car blinks...

A mug of hot chocolate settles nicely on some vivid leaves and a book, creating a cozy atmosphere. Photo Credit: Alisa Anton / Unsplash

Why Autumn? How the Season of Fall is Romanticized

Nicole J. Zhou, Staff Reporter November 9, 2023

If you approached a stranger and asked them to describe their favorite season, they could tell you about the chilling thrill of Winter, the hot excitements of Summer, or the fresh bloomings of Spring....

Mayor Adams announced a Subway Safety plan for the Fulton Transit Center in February, 2022. He announced expansion of resources to help the NYPD deal with homeless people on the trains. Credit: Metropolitan Transportation Authority of the State of New York, CC BY 2.0 , via Wikimedia Commons

From Promise to Disappointment: A Look at Mayor Eric Adams

Anthony Ortega, Staff Reporter November 8, 2023

Eric Adams said that he is the “symbol of Black manhood, in this city [and], in this country.” The mayor clearly thinks highly of himself but is yet to prove his strength as a leader. Although he’s...

Going to a pumpkin patch is considered to be a classic fall activity. Most pumpkins that you can get from a patch can’t be eaten or used for desserts like a sugar pumpkin can. But many people enjoy having them around or outside their home as a decoration.
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Pumpkin Spice and Everything Nice: How Pumpkin Spice Came to Be Associated With Fall

Marissa Talushllari, Staff Reporter November 8, 2023

Many people may mourn the end of summer, when the weather gradually gets cooler and a new school year begins. For others, however, summer’s end gives way to another, more enjoyable time of year -- fall.  There...

These towers command an impressive view of New York Citys iconic skyline, with Central Park Tower, 53 West 53, and 432 Park Avenue standing side by side from left to right. Photo Credit: Dana Andreea Gheorghe / Unsplash

Empty Mansions and Millionaire-Filled Streets in New York City

Chelsea Li, Staff Reporter July 21, 2023

Each time you walk past 56 people on the streets of New York City, there’s a high chance that you just passed a millionaire. As the wealthiest city in the world, New York City is home to over 340,000...

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