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What makes a ‘good’ teacher?
What really sets a good teacher and bad teacher apart? Read this article to discover more.
May 32 min read


The Secondary Campus Through the Eyes of Year 7 Students
The experience of transitioning between two very different campuses can become quite daunting but what is it that truly differentiates them?
May 32 min read


How Social Media Killed Romance
Once, romance asked for courage. It lived in certainty and risk, in choosing someone without keeping an exit open. Now it exists in fragments, filtered through screens and softened by language that promises freedom while quietly encouraging distance.
Mar 223 min read


Pizza In The Rain and the Depiction of Home
Pizza In The Rain is a Chicago-based artist who’s primarily known for his pieces depicting the familiar storefronts of Chicago. Through his perspective of city life, we come to understand one’s fondness for home and how it influences our need of belonging.
Mar 212 min read


Our Brains are (Not) Shrinking
‘Brainrot’ is an online phenomenon involving nonsensical visuals and phrases referenced among younger audiences. ‘67’, ‘babyboo’, ‘chopped chin’, and ‘skibidi’: does ‘brainrot’ represent a degradation of our modern culture, or is it just a new expression of art?
Mar 203 min read


How Childhood Stories Shape the Way We Read, Think and Imagine
Childhood stories have always been important for a child's reading, but now it matters more than ever.
Mar 202 min read


Outfits as First Impressions: What Clothes Say Before You Do
Before we speak, we are seen. This article explores how clothing shapes first impressions, influences perception, and becomes a subtle but powerful tool of identity and control.
Mar 192 min read


Social Media: Is It Watching Us?
How is it possible that Social Media always seems to know what you’re talking about? Youtube, Discord and Instagram nudge you with notifications, shorts, ads relating to the topic you just mentioned. It’s almost like these apps are…secretly watching you.
Mar 183 min read


Gangsters and Glamour: Bugsy Malone
With a classic and shimmering vibe, the Bugsy Malone musical perfectly captures the roaring 20s atmosphere with that beautiful, grand musical masterpiece. From jokes and laughter to the most raw singing, read Bugsy Malone was a truly remarkable experience.
Mar 172 min read


Chasing After That Old Spark: Where We Find Ourselves
This is not a motivational self-care speech, nor is it a solution to one’s slump. People sometimes seek their previous versions simply because they long for the “spark” that feels as though it has dimmed over time. However, in attempting to reclaim a past self, are we now hindering ourselves from becoming more whole? This piece is a reflection on identity and accepting outgrowth.
Mar 162 min read


Can happiness be measured?
When asked about the ultimate goal in life, “to be happy” is a frequent response. But for most of us, the spark we feel when a child hands us a balloon doesn’t seem like enough. So what is enough? Can happiness be measured?
Mar 152 min read


Are We More Connected or More Isolated in the Digital Age?
In an era defined by smartphones, social media, and instant communication, humanity appears more connected than ever before. Yet, rising loneliness rates and growing psychological strain suggest a deeper paradox.
Mar 154 min read


Animation Reimagined: Styles, Innovation, and What Comes Next
Animation is changing fast, and it matters because the shows and films we watch are becoming more expressive, more creative, and more emotionally powerful than ever before.
Mar 12 min read


Gaslighting Myself Into Thinking I Studied: A Student’s Guide To False Confidence
Ever told yourself “I know this” just so you can stop studying? This article explores the psychology behind false confidence, why we mistake familiarity for understanding, and how students end up gaslighting themselves before exams.
Mar 13 min read


Upcoming Artists : A Track-by-Track Review of CORTIS's EP
Dive into CORTIS's explosive debut EP, a playful blast of early-2000s rock fused with fresh, unpolished aesthetics that convey teenage freedom and human messiness. From the high-energy opener "GO!" charging their bold path, to introspective "What You Want" chasing true self-discovery, abrasive thrift-shop flex "FaSHioN," chill "Joyride" breather, and soothing "Lullaby" reminder to embrace imperfection—CORTIS shatters industry norms with authentic creativity that feels alive a
Feb 276 min read


Why do We Miss People that Hurt Us
Missing someone who hurt you can feel like standing in the rain, knowing it is what made you sick, but still lifting your face toward the sky. It feels illogical. It feels weak. It feels like betrayal of yourself.
Feb 273 min read


What Is It That Connects Us?
In a world defined by division and difference. What truly connects us? This article explores the shared emotional experiences and moments that unite people across cultures and borders. Revealing how empathy, vulnerability, and common humanity form the threads that bind us together.
Feb 262 min read


Unearthing Sound: A Review of Unique Instruments Around the World
Ever wonder about what unique instruments are out there? Read this article to discover the stories behind some of the most fascinating instruments played by people around the world.
Feb 242 min read


Spinning back: What the Return of Fidget Toys Says About Our Generation
Are we chasing novelty or just remixing the past? Understand how the spin back of fidget toys exposes “innovation” and the passing school trends by clicking the link in our bio to read more.
Feb 232 min read


Grind Culture: Why We Crave Academic (Di)stress
“If I’m not exhausted, I must not be doing enough,” is a familiar motto students convince themselves into as they descend to latent burnout. Assignments stack on top of already-loaded extracurriculars; language, sports, and music classes blend into one as “musts” for basic survival; college preparation is a major concern for children who haven’t even hit their growth spurt. Everyone weeps of tantalising stress yet is only met with a groaned “same here.” How did this grow into
Dec 3, 20253 min read
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