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Donald Trump announces Liberation Day tariffs.
Trade War: U.S. Allies and Rivals Impacted by Sweeping Tariffs
Jack Menton and Phil Nguyen May 30, 2025

President Donald Trump has proposed a series of changes on tariffs in the first few months of his term that have put the entire world economy...

Mark Carney speaks to supporters of his Liberal Party in British Colombia.
Canada Had an Election. Trump Was on the Ballot
Jack Menton, Reporter • May 5, 2025

Mark Carney, head of Canada’s Liberal Party, won his first election to remain the country’s prime minister after their April 28 parliamentary...

A group of Montgomery County parents gather outside the MCPS Board of Education to protest classrooms containing LGBTQ+ books.
Mahmoud v. Taylor: Drawing the Line Between Church and State
Kayla Moore, Director of Collaboration & Editing • May 29, 2025
NYU’s website reveals that average admitted ACT, SAT and GPA differ based on race.
NYU Admissions Database Breach Exposes Alleged Affirmative Action Practices
Charley Gopin and Zoe Wolberg May 19, 2025
From left: Ysola Sanchez ‘25, Elizabeth Villagomez ‘27, Xitlali Ocote-Arellano ‘25, Bela Bock ‘25, Saige Chaseley ‘25 and Helena Secret ‘26 pose with Breaking Barriers faculty advisor, Angela Zhou (right).
The Inaugural Breaking Barriers Gala
Bela Bock, Director of Logistics • April 30, 2025
No. 2 overall pick Travis Hunter poses for his draft photo with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell.
Recapping the 2025 NFL Draft
Davin Lee and Fitz Knight May 30, 2025
Coach Mike Hall poses with seniors at the last game of the season.
A Recap of the Spring Sports Season
Parker Pollak and Davin Lee May 30, 2025
NHL Continues to Honor Johnny Grudreau
NHL Continues to Honor Johnny Grudreau
Riley Mormon, Sports Director & Managing Editor of Photography • April 30, 2025
75th Season of Formula One Has a Surprising Start
75th Season of Formula One Has a Surprising Start
Parker Pollak and Davin Lee April 30, 2025
Women march with signs in favor of an abortion referendum during a Maryland protest.
A Nation Divided: The Battle for Abortion Rights on the Ballot
Liv Kelly, Editor-in-Chief • November 22, 2024

Since the beginning of the U.S., public opinion has been heavily valued and seen as an American right. Inevitably, the ability to voice candid...

A group of people celebrate the first Earth Day in New York City.
Celebrating Earth Day: A Global Movement for a Greener Tomorrow
Kayla Moore, Director of Collaborations & Editing • April 30, 2025

Every year on April 22, the world gathers to celebrate its one universal commonality: our residence on Earth. Earth Day is crucial for raising...

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Julie Brandt delivers a speech at LFA’s 26th annual Gala.
LFA’s 26th Annual Gala: Experiential Learning Blossoming at LFA
Emma Swanson and Mimi Sexton May 30, 2025
Q&A With Teachers and Faculty Leaving LFA
Jennifer Ji and Chloe Jhin May 30, 2025
Students play on the inflatables on the quad.
RA Weekend Expectations: Does It Live Up to Ones in the Past?
Bela Bock, Director of Logistics • May 30, 2025
More Than a Number: The Invisible Expectations Behind LFA’s “A+ Diversity”
Editorial Board May 30, 2025

According to Lake Forest Academy’s profile on Niche’s website, the institution has an “A+” for “Diversity” and a ranking of “#1...

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“Ne Zha 2” continues to break records in China and internationally.
Chinese Animated Film “Ne Zha 2” Brings Global Success
Gabby Wang, Managing Editor of Op-Eds • April 30, 2025

Following the international success of “Ne Zha,” produced in 2019, China’s budding animation industry has returned with a sequel, “Ne...

Lady Gaga’s music video for “Abracadabra” was released on February 2, 2025.
Album Review: “MAYHEM” by Lady Gaga
Jasiek Bugaj, Managing Editor of A&E • April 30, 2025