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Considered one of the most influential mystery writers of all time, Agatha Christie (1890-1976) has sold over two billion copies of her novels, even decades after her demise. (Photo Credit: Agatha Christie plaque -Torre Abbey.jpg: Violetrigaderivative work: F l a n k e r, CC BY-SA 3.0 , via Wikimedia Commons)

The Number One Bestselling Author in The World: A Profile of Agatha Christie

Krisha Soni, Staff Reporter March 12, 2024

“I like living. I have sometimes been wildly, despairingly, acutely miserable, racked with sorrow; but through it all I still know quite certainly that just to be alive is a grand thing.” Perhaps...

Here are Willow Waka (left) and Ivy Storm (right) Markens.

Willow and Ivy: A Profile on New York’s Cutest Kittens

Sophia Markens, Staff Reporter March 12, 2024

When I became a reporter for The Science Survey, I made an oath to bring the truth to the citizens of Bronx Science and the world at large. I swore to myself that I would say what needed to be said and...

Here are Gennady Shikariov and Tatyana Mamonova during a wonderful trip in Europe. Devoted to sharing their art and activism with the world, the couple loves nothing more than an exciting trip to one of Europe’s many great cities. “We feel now like the world belongs to us,” Gennady said. “We’re international people.” (Photo provided by Gennady Shikariov; used with permission)

The Many Faces of Gennady Shikariov and Tatyana Mamonova: Artists, Feminists, and Refugees

Abigael Sidi, Staff Reporter March 12, 2024

In the 81st Street Museum of Natural History train station, a beautiful tune echoes through the long tunnel that leads from the entrance to the platform. Situated in the middle of the nearly deserted underground...

Carlo Gesualdo (1566-1613) was an enigmatic composer who was famous for his madrigals, but infamous for his horrific murder of his wife, Maria d’Avalos.  
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Carlo Gesualdo, the Murderous Musical Genius

Maliha Chowdhury, Staff Reporter March 12, 2024

It starts off with a beautiful soft harmony of voices, gradually coming together to form a perfect polyphonic ensemble. As the notes weave through the air, Carlo Gesualdo’s sixth madrigal invites listeners...

 Are you ready to dive into Asian urban legends? 
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Haunting Urban Legends Across Asia

Mandy Wu, Staff Reporter March 12, 2024

Many Western urban legends like the Bigfoot and the Yeti (Abominable Snowman) do not particularly send chills down my spine. They all sound ridiculously fake or unbelievable.  So set away any ideas...

Here is David Bowie during a concert in 1987. Was he flamboyant, eccentric, extraterrestrial, or all of the above? (Photo Credit: Elmar J. Lordemann (de:User:Jo Atmon), CC BY-SA 2.0 DE , via Wikimedia Commons)

‘A Starman Waiting in the Sky’: A Profile of David Bowie

Nicole J. Zhou, Staff Reporter March 12, 2024

“There’s a starman waiting in the sky. He’d like to come and meet us, but he thinks he’d blow our minds.” With its iconic chorus, accompanied by riveting instrumentals and a strong, liberating...

Here is a warm pizza topped with traditional and simple toppings. Without the invention of the pizza box, you would have no way to take it home or have it delivered. (Photo Credit: Ivan Torres / Unsplash)

The Origin of the Pizza Box

Sasha White, Staff Reporter March 6, 2024

Often, I take leisurely strolls up and down the streets near my house. To my left as I turn the corner, there is a pizza place with a bright yellow awning and a welcoming smell. The chairs are arranged...

Mr. Zaharopol teaches a group of students beyond the confides of traditional schooling. [Photo Credit: Bridge to Enter Advanced Mathematics (BEAM). Used by permission of BEAM]

Beaming Towards a Brighter Future: A Profile on BEAM Founder Dan Zaharopol

Desara Zejnati, Staff Reporter March 6, 2024

Eyes flit across the paper, mirroring the pencil’s motion. Intense focus accompanies the ideas churning from the mind's grinding gears at a speed that feels all too slow. Shavings trail across the perimeter...

Acadia Bost’s favorite part of attending Bronx Science is working as an Editor-in-Chief on The Science Survey. They told me, “Journalism, for me, is a fun and accessible form of bettering the world.”

The Secret Sauce of Life According to Acadia Bost ’24

Kate Hankin, Staff Reporter March 6, 2024

Seventeen-year-old Acadia Bost ’24 covers everything they eat in sauce. Not just any sauces though — creative mixtures that the faint of heart would never attempt to try, including an egg yolk mixture....

Along with corn and wheat, rice is one of the most common staple foods on Earth. (Photo Credit: Pille R. Priske / Unsplash)

Exploring Rice in Food Across Cultures

Karen (Asahi) Ono, Staff Reporter March 6, 2024

About a month ago, my mother bought a new rice cooker. Leading up to that, we had been using an old rice cooker that one of her friends had given. By then, we’d used the rice cooker for 7 or so years,...

Lunar New Year is a great celebration of camaraderie and kinship each year. Pictured is a New York City Lunar New Year parade in which no one is left out; even a small bird has the chance to join in on the holiday’s festivities as it encounters the lively dragon dance. (Photo Credit: Rhododendrites, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons)

A Dragon’s Blessing: The Mythical Beast of This Lunar New Year

Sidney Lin, Staff Reporter March 5, 2024

For many, the end of December brings a little bit of gloom. Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, and New Year’s Eve have all come and gone. School and work are back in full force, and winter has lost most of...

Shipping is a big expense when it comes to ordering replica goods, as these items usually come straight from Chinese warehouses. (Photo Credit: Claudio Schwarz / Unsplash)

Reps: A Fight for Legitimacy

Gabriel McCarthy, Staff Reporter March 5, 2024

“Hey, I like your shoes. How much were they?” When we see a fancy piece of clothing, one of the first things to consider is the rather hefty price tag that goes with it. In a world that puts so...

The pain of being ghosted never leaves you. (Illustration by Jiangzhuo Wu)

Ghosting: Justified or Not

Jiangzhuo Wu, Staff Reporter March 3, 2024

What is Ghosting?  The way people communicate with one another has always been complicated. For example, the individuals in a conversation could be incredibly different from each other. One person...

Then Mayor Dianne Feinstein speaks at a rally in San Franciscos Chinatown in the late 1970s. This appearance underscored her efforts to foster a sense of unity and inclusivity within the city. (Photo Credit: Nancy Wong, CC BY-SA 3.0 , via Wikimedia Commons)

Remembering Dianne Feinstein: A Political Trailblazer or Polarizing Figure?

Pritika Patel, Staff Reporter February 17, 2024

Trailblazing mayor-turned-senator Dianne Feinstein passed away in September 2023 after holding a tenure of over forty years as a public servant. She was a leading Democrat and a pioneering female senator...

This photo captures the feelings that people feel when they dream, as our minds wander. (Photo Credit: Bruce Christianson / Unsplash)

The Significance of Dreaming

Gabriela Tejeda, Staff Reporter February 17, 2024

You lay on the face of a quiet greenly packed hill. As you try to get up, you feel the violent, forceful wind as it pulls on your hair. It travels through the ends of the growing weeds in the ground. In...

“I’m not afraid to make a fool of myself because I hope it makes my students feel like they can take risks, even if theyre small ones like participating in class,” said Ms. Davis.

The New Generation of Teachers: A Profile on Bronx Science Social Studies Teacher, Ms. Davis

Nora Torok, Staff Reporter February 10, 2024

In the bustling halls of The Bronx High School of Science, there's a teacher whose classroom is more than just four walls. As students shuffle in, weary from the day's demands, her vibrant presence ignites...

Laneige is a popular label of Korean cosmetics, sold in more than 1,370 Sephora stores in 18 countries, including the United States, Canada, Australia, and Europe. (Photo Credit: Harper Smith / Unsplash)

The Quest for Perfect Skin: The Rise of Korean Skincare

Katherine Han, Staff Reporter February 10, 2024

As the growing emphasis on looking our absolute best seeps through advertisements and into daily life, Korean skincare has become a holy grail in the beauty industry. From peculiar ingredients to 10-step...

Ever since Dick Grayson’s on-screen debut in 1943, every Robin has appeared in live-action or animated projects. (Image Credit: Warner Bros., CC BY 3.0 , via Wikimedia Commons)

Gotham War Sets Up Damian Wayne as Batman’s Heir

Lara Adamjee, Staff Reporter February 10, 2024

In June 1971, a character who would alter the Batman mythos forever was made public, one who was a highly skilled assassin and leader, hell-bent on achieving environmental balance – even at the cost...

The dress reform movement saw the introduction of new fashions such as bloomers. Bloomers allowed for ease of movement in a way that more traditional clothing did not — it would be impossible to perform this sort of physical activity wearing a heavy skirt.
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Scandalous or Progressive? A History of Victorian Dress Reform

Olive Forman-Sarno, Staff Reporter February 7, 2024

It’s a good climbing tree. The branches are low and sturdy enough to support your weight. Unfortunately, your movements are restricted by heavy skirts made of several feet of fabric and a tightly laced...

Pictured is a modern photographic representation of a flapper as she might have appeared at the time of the Harlem Renaissance. Here, she is seen dancing alone. ( Photo Credit: Carrie Borden / Unsplash)

An Overview on the Evolution of Bronx Streetwear

Carlos Martinez, Staff Reporter February 7, 2024

“One man’s trash is another man’s treasure.” This ageless adage has never come to define a fashion so misunderstood, yet beautiful as that of the streetwear culture of the Bronx. The Bronx, being...

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