The human desire to know about the unknown
By: Laura Matsuda The supernatural and the desire to know more surrounds us on a daily basis even though we may not realise it. From...
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Mariana Rodrigues
- Jul 3
The Alnwick Poison Garden
Enter at your own risk. The Alnwick Poison Garden is home to around 100 plant species, each more deadly than the last. Laburnum,...
Laura Matsuda
- Jul 3
Physical activity: An academic performance enhancer
By: Laura Matsuda It is a known fact that physical activity is not only important physiologically but also socially, as it is able to...
Laura Giacobbo
- Jul 3
Methods of forensic investigation at crime scenes
Lately, people’s interest in forensics seems to have peaked, what with the amount of violence seen on the news, a variety of...
Estrella Calvo
- May 1
Asian Representation in Hollywood and how EEAAO was impactful
Everything Everywhere All At Once (EEAAO) is a movie that has been seen everywhere recently following it’s release in early 2022, long...
Laura Matsuda
- May 1
What makes music so enjoyable?
By: Laura Matsuda It is currently common knowledge that music is essential to humans, so much so that it can be considered some people’s...
Laura Giacobbo
- May 1
Stress Awareness Month: What triggers stress and how does it work?
I believe I can speak for everyone when I say that life has been pretty stressful lately. What with final exams looming and the seemingly...
Sophia
- May 1
A DP1 Certified Guide on IB subjects
By Sophia Cintra & the class of 2024 Disclaimer: This is a study based on very shallow and number-based opinions given by students in a...
Mass Hysteria: The Dancing Plague of 1518
Imagine, you’re passing by the town square on your way to sell your crops and you happen to pass by a woman randomly dancing in the...
Mariana Rodrigues
- May 1
The Nature of Wisdom: A brief introduction to Philosophy
The key to philosophy lies in the word itself. Etymologically speaking, Philosophy can be split into two parts: Philo, meaning love,...
Nicholas Kerkmeester
- May 1
The Psychology of Real Estate: How Emotions Affect Buying and Selling Decisions Exploring the Impac
Estate Transactions: A Comprehensive Analysis of Buying and Selling Decisions. By: Nicholas Kerkmeester The real estate market is a...
Milgram's Experiment: The Conflict Between Obedience and Conscience
Following World War Two and the extensive war crimes committed by the Nazi Party, came the infamous Nuremberg Trials; consisting of...
Mariana Rodrigues
- Apr 4
The Common Topics: How to structure your arguments
Think of your day-to-day life. How many people do you talk to everyday? What kinds of things do you talk about? How often do you find...
Laura Giacobbo
- Apr 4
Should all students be required to learn a second language?
Language frames our thoughts, powers our brains, and allows for complex communication. The words and expressions we use in our language...
Laura Matsuda
- Apr 4
The brain on no sleep
Sleep is essential for humans, as it, in a nutshell, repairs the body and allows it to recharge. Humans rely on sleep to function...
Rafael Gianella
- Apr 4
Why you should sleep with tape on your mouth.
Many of us have struggled in the past with bad sleep, and waking up unrested, and much more. Believe it or not, there is an incredibly...
Rafael Gianella
- Mar 3
How sunlight affects sleep quality
Most people understand that sunlight is an important aspect of human life, but few people know just how important it is to our sleep...
Laura Matsuda
- Mar 3
Will AI take over the music industry?
In the modern world, AI is quickly integrating itself into our daily lives, changing the way we interact with computers and online...
Laura Giacobbo
- Mar 3
2023 Challenge: How to read 30+ books in one year with our guide
By Laura Giacobbo and Mariana Rodrigues 30 books may seem daunting at first, but if you think about it, reading 2 and a half books per...
Estrella Calvo
- Mar 3
HOW 13 REASONS WHY GLORIFIED SUICIDE AND WAS DETRIMENTAL TO TEENAGE MENTAL HEALTH
Trigger warning: This article contains sensitive topics depicting suicide, sexual abuse, emotional abuse, and self harm. There are many...
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