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There has recently been a new disease linked to the coronavirus, this new disease is similar to the Kawaksaki disease. The Kawasaki disease originated in Japan in the 1960s; it
Percentage of foster care children in congregate care by state in 2013. Photo in public domain by the U.S. Government Accountability Office. The United States foster care system is broken.
During quarantine there is a lot of time to go on walks, runs, or bike rides. There are only so many times you can go around your neighborhood before it
There has recently been a new disease linked to the coronavirus, this new disease is similar to the Kawaksaki disease. The Kawasaki disease originated in Japan in the 1960s; it
Percentage of foster care children in congregate care by state in 2013. Photo in public domain by the U.S. Government Accountability Office. The United States foster care system is broken.
During quarantine there is a lot of time to go on walks, runs, or bike rides. There are only so many times you can go around your neighborhood before it
The new number one show on Netflix is Outer Banks, a show that follows the lives of four kids who live in the Outer Banks and search for treasure. It
Wake County released grading guidelines for PreK-11 on May 12. They address final grades, how to improve grades, and promotion decisions. (Photo courtesy of Marie Cox) On May 12 the
It’s easy to see why online classes are different from regular classes. In online school, you are in a virtual meeting with a bunch of other students who want to
The US government planned to open the states in three phases, according to President Trump. The phases would allow each state to gradually reopen its public places as Covid-19 lessened
The News and Observer wrote an article in mid April regarding people wearing protective masks in NC, and the truth is that we aren’t wearing any. Even now in May,
While most of us are staying at home, it makes it hard for progress to be made in improving the environment. People are producing large amounts of waste and using
While The Voice may look different at the end of this season, it has not stopped. The epic performances will continue in the finale of Season 18. (Photo Courtesy of
Self Made, based on the true story of Madam C.J. Walker, aired on Netflix in 2020. This four-episode series covers her life from rags to riches. (Photo Courtesy of Ellie
Puebla is a city in Mexico that was once an Aztec society. It is now a very popular place to visit during the celebration of Cinco De Mayo because of
Due to COVID-19, the world has receded into temporary lockdown, forcing businesses, schools, and universities to close. In these times of uncertainty and panic, universities search for ways to continue
AP exams are just around the corner, but this year’s exams are a little different from years past due to the coronavirus. This year, all exams are going to take
The real name for these huge insects are Asian giant hornets. They are much bigger than other hornets and have quarter-inch stingers. Found in Canada last August and then in
I know I’m not alone when I say cheesy ghost-hunting shows are my guilty pleasure. Ghost stories and horror movies were made to rile up the animalistic fight-or-flight instinct in
Being in quarantine has put a stop to many things that we’ve taken for granted. We no longer go to school and meet up with friends. We no longer can
Below are some binge worthy series that you can find on Netflix to pass some time: Tiger King: Murder, Mayhem and Madness: If you are into docuseries, Netflix recently dropped
Photo of 2004 UFO sighting released by the Pentagon on 4/27/2020. Photo taken by Naval Aviators in the public domain. On Monday, April 27 the Pentagon released three videos of
The One World: Together At Home global special paid tribute to essential workers and heros during this pandemic. Organized and created by the WHO organization, Global Citizen, and Lady Gaga,
Have you run out of things to do since we’ve been quarantined? If you’ve already attempted to give yourself a haircut, dye your hair, spent all your money online shopping,
DOOM: Eternal is an insanely violent first person shooter that follows the story of the Doom Slayer in his conquest to kill pretty much every single demon he can get
mxmtoon — aka Maia — is a musician from California who took the internet by storm in 2017. Her self-produced EP plum blossom blew up in 2018, and her cult
Ozone–the combination of three oxygen molecules–can be found in the troposphere as a protective layer in our atmosphere. Ozone keeps harmful UV rays from the sun from reaching us and
NoRa Cafe, previously known as Maude’s Garden and Coffee, is one of a few small businesses remaining open during this time. They will bring your order out to your car,
Democrats just barely broke the Republican supermajority in the NC State Senate in 2018, keeping Republicans one seat from the key two thirds of the chamber. While it will be
Irrfan Khan poses with a statuette at the 2014 Asian Film Awards in Macau. He won Best Actor for his role in romance movie The Lunchbox, which also won the
Photo from Bernie Sanders 2017 Ohio rally, Don’t Take Our Health Care at Live Express. (Photo in the public domain) Universal health care is a system that provides quality health
During this coronavirus pandemic many students are left bored and lonely without being able to interact with their friends. Many students have resorted to meeting up online through websites such
Student athletes are very frustrated with the cancelation of sports due to the coronavirus. Some students have taken this opportunity to train and get better, while others have been unmotivated
Documentaries are interesting especially ones focusing on true crime, it forces views to think while watching and keeps them intrigued. (Photo in public domain labeled for reuse by PeakPx) While
Everyone works differently, in various spaces or times. But is motivation the same for all? (Photo Courtesy of Ellie Thompson) Let’s face it: quarantine is hard. Isolation isn’t fun for
Below are some binge worthy series that you can find on Netflix to pass some time: Tiger King: Murder, Mayhem and Madness: If you are into docuseries, Netflix recently dropped
Ender’s Game, written in 1985 by Orson Card is a fascinating book that I have enjoyed reading in my recent free time. The novel focuses on young Andrew “Ender” Wiggen
Coronavirus has allowed for people to reconnect with their surrounding environments. Because of the Stay At Home order in effect for all North Carolinians until April 30, many people want
When news first broke about the Coronavirus in December 2019, I personally wasn’t super worried. I think I speak for a lot of young people when I say I didn’t
Most of us have been social distancing or in “quarantine” for a little over a month. The media has provided no comfort as to when we will be able to
Nostalgia is a feeling of longing for the past. It makes us want what we used to have, so maybe we can feel happy again. We think that when we
James Bunton, a junior, attempted woodworking for the first time during quarantine. It didn’t go exactly his way, but he said he’d keep trying. (Photo used by permission of James
Democrats saw huge wins in 2018, they flipped eleven seats in the North Carolina State House. This brought the composition of the chamber from a 75-45 Republican supermajority, to a
The year 2020 marks the 230th anniversary of the US Census. The first census for the United States of American occurred in 1790, under Thomas Jefferson’s supervision when he was
Since the beginning of the self-quarantine era, every step taken outside the confines of one’s house has been a rare treat. For many, walking, jogging, or biking through the
Call of the Wild, released on February 21, 2020, is the sixth movie adaptation of Jack London’s The Call Of The Wild novel written in 1903. While it does have
Dear Healthcare Workers, First off, we just want to thank you for being so brave, selfless, and patient, during this time of need. While we are staying at home to
The field is set. On November 3, 2020, voters will decide whether to give Donald Trump four more years, or oust Trump in exchange for Joe Biden. With the two
Almost everyone knows John Krasinski — maybe not by that name, but by Jim from The Office or Jack Ryan. He has a national fan base and millions of people
AP exams are coming up fast, and the study rush is just beginning. Not for Amy May, though. Amy May has been preparing for this her whole life. Before she
Coronavirus has us all social distancing and staying at our homes with the Stay at Home order in effect until April 30. This Stay at Home order allows residents of
With the coronavirus forcing the majority of people to go on lockdown in their houses, families are scrambling to find things to occupy their time. Practicing social distancing is definitely
