Author: Andrew Miller, senior editor
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Outdoor Boys Quit YouTube After Years of Adventure
After more than a decade of sharing outdoor adventures, Luke Nichols, the creator of the popular YouTube channel “Outdoor Boys,” has decided to step away from the platform. The channel, known for its exciting…
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Ilia Topuria: Rising to GOAT Status One Fight at a Time
When it comes to the UFC, the term “GOAT”– Greatest of All Time–is reserved for only the best of the best. Names like Georges St-Pierre, Khabib Nurmagomedov, Jon Jones, and Anderson Silva are usually…
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Pope Leo XIV: A Powerful Story of Faith and Transformation
Move over Vatican City — there’s a new pope in town, and he’s bringing deep-dish diplomacy and Windy City wisdom to the Holy See. Pope Leo XIV, formerly known as Robert “Lil’ Blessings” Prevost,…
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The Anime World Is Obsessed with Solo Leveling—Here’s Why
“Solo Leveling” is a popular anime that started as a South Korean web novel by Chugong. It tells the story of Sung Jinwoo, a weak hunter who fights monsters to protect people. After a…
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Rick Pitino: The Epic Journey of a College Basketball Icon
Rick Pitino is a name synonymous with college basketball excellence. Over a coaching career spanning more than five decades, he has led multiple teams to NCAA tournament appearances and national championships. Let’s delve deeper…
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UNC Baseball’s AMAZING Start to the Season
The University of North Carolina Tar Heels baseball team has kicked off the 2025 season with an impressive start, showcasing their determination to build upon last year’s success. After reaching the College World Series…
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The Ocky Way: Brooklyn’s Viral Bodega
In the bustling borough of Brooklyn, New York, a small bodega in Red Hook has become a culinary sensation, thanks to the innovative creations of its owner, Rahim Mohamed, popularly known as “General Ock.” …
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Black Sabbath to Reunite for Ozzy Osbourne’s Final Performance
Ozzy Osbourne, the iconic “Prince of Darkness,” is set to take the stage for his final performance on July 5, 2025, at Villa Park in Birmingham, England. This landmark event, titled “Back to the…
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The Unstoppable Legacy of the Nurmagomedov Dynasty
The surname “Nurmagomedov” has become a prominent name in the world of mixed martial arts (MMA), symbolizing a legacy of excellence and dominance. To understand the depth of its significance, it’s essential to explore…
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Can Kansas City Cement the Greatest Dynasty in NFL History?
As the Kansas City Chiefs prepare to face the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LIX on February 9, 2025, the media isn’t just about the game itself. Many are debating whether a Chiefs victory…
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Was Ashton Jeanty robbed of the 2024 Heisman?
The Heisman Trophy is one of the most prestigious awards in college football, given annually to the player considered the most outstanding in the nation. This year, Travis Hunter of Colorado walked away with…
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New Pokémon Mobile Game: Pokémon TCG Pocket
If you’re a Pokémon fan or love card games, you’re in for a treat! The Pokémon Company just released an exciting mobile game called Pokémon TCG Pocket, and players around the world are already…
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New College Football Playoff System
The college football world is buzzing right now, and it’s not because of epic games or jaw-dropping touchdowns. The 2024-2025 College Football Playoff (CFP) system has stirred up major drama, leaving fans and teams…
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How to celebrate Dia de los Muertos
Most people recognize Halloween on October 31, a holiday filled with ghouls, goblins, and ghosts, but with all this celebration Dia de los Muertos, celebrated on November 2, is often overlooked. “Día de los…
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TikTok’s New Stars: The Costco Guys You Need to Follow
Big Justice and AJ, known as “The Costco Guys” on TikTok, have taken the platform by storm with their fun and entertaining videos. The father and son became famous for their unique and hilarious…
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New Show “Georgie and Mandy’s First Wedding” Premieres This Fall
The much-anticipated spinoff of Young Sheldon, Georgie and Mandy’s First Marriage, is set to debut on October 17, 2024, exclusively on CBS and Paramount+. This new comedy series follows fan-favorite characters Georgie Cooper (Sheldon’s…
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Leesville falls victim to vandalism by INSPIRING artists
In what can only be described as a bold attempt at creative expression, several Leesville Road High School students took their art projects to a new level this week by vandalizing the school. Armed…
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Why NIL is the downfall of collegiate sports
Ever since the NCAA started allowing college athletes to profit from their Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) rights in 2021, there has been a shift in how collegiate sports operate. On the surface, it…
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Why Shohei Ohtani Is the Greatest Baseball Player of All Time
When it comes to baseball, fans often debate who the greatest player of all time is. While names like Babe Ruth, Hank Aaron, and Ted Williams are frequently thrown around, I believe that Shohei…
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Crumbl Cookies Celebrates Birthday Week with Exciting Flavor
The week of September 22-28, Crumbl Cookies is throwing a huge birthday bash to celebrate its anniversary, and cookie lovers everywhere are invited! Known for its mouthwatering, rotating flavors, the popular cookie chain is…
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How I would win Survivor
Survivor, the most popular reality television show of all time, is the most challenging game to win. Britannica defines Survivor as a game where “contestants travel to a remote warm-weather location where they fend…
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Leesville loves “Days Before Rodeo”
Travis Scott re-released his second album, Days Before Rodeo, on all streaming platforms. His fans are thrilled to have access to his most memorable songs. (Photo courtesy of public domain)
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BEAST GAMES
YouTube sensation MrBeast, known for his epic challenges and generous giveaways, has just announced his latest project: “BEAST GAMES.” This new show is set to premiere on Prime Video, and it’s got everyone buzzing…
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Romance Anime You Should Watch and Avoid
Looking for some heart-fluttering romance anime to binge or ones to steer clear of? You’re in the right place! Romance anime can be the perfect escape, whether you’re craving sweet love stories, dramatic love…
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Why Anime is better than Manga
The everlasting debate between anime and manga has sparked division within the Animanga community. Despite both forms displaying the same concept of entertainment, they are drastically different, creating change in fans’ preferences. These differences…
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Top 5 Anime For Newcomers
Anime for newcomers can be overwhelming due to a range of intended audience, genre, animation, story, length, and more. There’s no universally agreed-upon gateway anime because it depends on individual tastes. For example, some…
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Caitlin Clark: The Game Changer in Women’s Basketball
Caitlin Clark has taken women’s basketball by storm, changing the game with her incredible skills and jaw-dropping performances. Born and raised in West Des Moines, Iowa, Clark’s love for basketball started at a young…
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Animal Protection Society of Durham
The Animal Protection Society of Durham is an adoption shelter for dogs cats, and occasionally other animals. The shelter takes in all animals regardless of age or temperament. Animals at the shelter are cared…
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GREYDAY 2024
The $uicideboy$ are hosting their fourth annual Grey Day tour this year. On April 3, the duo released their lineup, tour dates, and places. The lineup will include the $uicideboy$, Denzel Curry, Pouya, HAARPER,…
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The rise of Sketch
TheSketchReal is a Twitch streamer who has been the face of social media and memes within the past few months. He currently has 3,051 active subscribers as of April 11, 2024. As of April…
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UFL Season
The United Football League, known as the UFL, is a new spring football league created by the merger of the Xtreme Football League (XFL) and the United States Football League (USFL.) Football fans are…
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Monster vs Celsius Girls
High school girls are notorious for needing daily caffeine to survive a laborious school day. Monster Energy and Celsius Energy are two of the most popular energy drinks among teenage girls. Despite high school…
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Monster Energy Drinks
Monster Energy is a popular energy drink enjoyed by many Leesville Road High School students. Students enjoy the brand for the variety of flavors, often related to fruit or coffee. In a poll conducted…
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EA Sports College Football 25
Electronic Arts (EA) is developing a new college football video game, College Football 25. College football fans and video game players are ecstatic about the revival of the beloved EA NCAA football game series.…
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Teacher Spotlight: Ms. Kaur
When Ms. Kaur was younger, her sister influenced her towards teaching. “I think it was a combination of I have always loved teaching when I was a kid, my sister and I would play…
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Purr Cup Cafe
Purr Cup Cafe is a unique adoption center where local rescue cats can find their forever homes. The cafe offers specialty drinks and snacks to savor while customers play with cats. “I love Purr…
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Should Esports be considered a real sport?
In the ever-evolving landscape of sports, a new contender has emerged – Esports. The debate over whether Esports should be considered a real sport has started discussions among gamers and traditional sports fans. What…
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Why the MLB should have a salary cap
In the 2023 Major League Baseball (MLB) offseason, star pitcher and batter, Shohei Ohtani, signed the largest contract in US sports history, a 10-year, $700 million contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Along with…
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Who is CaseOh?
CaseOh is a Twitch streamer who has been trending on TikTok and Twitch for his humorous live streams. He currently has 47,906 active subscribers as of January 5, 2024. Along with subscribers, he has…
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NCSU Football Regular Season Review
North Carolina State football had a chaotic year with injuries, position changes, and discovering hidden gems. Despite the team’s chaos, they finished the season with a 9-3 record and ranked 18 in the College…
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Who is The Freebie Guy?
Kendall Motnzy, also known as “The Freebie Guy,” is a social media influencer who posts shopping deals. He has over six million followers across Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Telegram, and Pinterest. On social media, Motnzy…
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The Game Awards
Every year, The Game Awards, also known as TGA, awards 31 of the top video games, creators, actors, and athletes for a variety of categories. The Game Awards will reveal the winners on December…
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SAT Going Virtual
This fall semester, students took the PSAT online instead of on pencil and paper. The new change is to test if an online exam would be better for students to take. Starting in the…
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The return of the original Fortnite map
Fortnite is one of the most popular games in the past six years. Since its release, the game has been influential to the video-game community by breaking several records. Throughout the years, the game…
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Sick New World 2024
Sick New World is a music festival taking place on April 27, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The concert features a variety of genres including hard rock, alternative, metal, industrial, and nu-metal. Sick New…
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Blox Fruits
Blox Fruits is one of the most popular ROBLOX games ever created. The developers of Blox Fruits, Gamer Bot Inc, released the game in 2019. Since the initial release, the game has become a…
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Which social media platform is the best?
Most high school students are on social media. Over 90% of teenagers use social media, making up the majority of platforms. Students use social media to create or share user-generated content. Depending on the…
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Fast Food Tier List
Fast food is popular amongst high school students due to the inexpensive prices, quick service, and overall convenience. Majority of juniors and seniors at Leesville Road High School have an off campus lunch pass…
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How to get a girlfriend (5 best tips)
Getting a girlfriend in high school is one of the most challenging tasks for a student. However, if one can succeed then they are seen as an alpha male. There are several factors to…
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You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah overview
The movie You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah released on August 25, 2023 to Netflix. The story focuses on Stacy and her best friend Lydia planning for their bat mitzvahs. However,…