As families enjoy Thanksgiving or get ready for the holiday, here are a few facts about this annual celebration. If you don’t celebrate Thanksgiving, no need to worry! It is always good to feel gratitude within us at all times…
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The Birth of Halloween
Oct. 31 is a day that has grown to be a lot of people’s favorite holiday. Kids love it for the candy, while others love it for endless fanciful opportunities. Trouble and ingenuity entwine to create…
In The Spotlight: Usain Bolt
Usain St. Leo Bolt was born on August 21, 1986 in Montego Bay, Jamaica. Bolt is a world famous Jamaican sprinter and has won gold medals for the 100m and 200m dash in the Olympic Games. Bolt is now titled…
6 Women Who Changed the World
This article was written by Sophie Ward and Elsa Christenson. Seeking inspiration to make the world a better place? These six women prove that women can be smart, brave, strong, and resourceful. Today, we can change strength and turn it into something better: unity.
The Cascades: Pacific Peaks
In the Pacific Northwest region of the United States and Canada lie some of the most tranquilizing and stunning landscapes in all of North America. The region is riddled with sprawling forests, teeming with massive biodiversity…
The Discovery of King Tutankhamen
This article was a collaboration between Yana Yeremenko and Carli Bermudez. Have you ever wondered why King Tutankhamun was so popular in modern day culture? Mummies, legends, curses and treasures galore…
Senate Bill 86: What You Need to Know About the Bright Futures Bill
A bill proposed by Florida State Senator Dennis Baxley (R-Ocala) would bring about major changes to the Florida Bright Futures Scholarship. Senate Bill 86 would limit…
5 Black Heroes Who Changed History
Read more about how history changed course due to the following five influential figures. Looking for other articles about Black History? You can also check out our recent post about influential Black computer scientists and engineers.
The Origin of Valentine’s Day
Every February, we celebrate Cupid’s effect on the world, for we all are familiar with and anticipate the traditional holiday that celebrates all things pertaining to ‘love.’ However, what really is Valentine’s day, and how did it come to be?
Misconceptions about Mental Health
In our society lies a pervasive crisis that perforates every facet of our lives and those of others, yet largely goes unrecognized, as if such was merely a minor occurrence.
But mental health is no minor occurrence.