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Katy Perry holds a daisy aboard the New Shepard rocket in honor of her daughter.
NS-31 Goes to Space With All-Female Crew
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
NYU’s website reveals that average admitted ACT, SAT and GPA differ based on race.
NYU Admissions Database Breach Exposes Alleged Affirmative Action Practices
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
Tables are lined up in the gym for the AP exam.
The Abrupt Digitalization of Advanced Placement Exams
Julie Brandt delivers a speech at LFA’s 26th annual Gala.
LFA’s 26th Annual Gala: Experiential Learning Blossoming at LFA
Kate Delia ‘25 smiles with her parents holding a bouquet of flowers on senior night.
Senior Sports Commitments: Class of 2025 Sign-Off
Q&A With Teachers and Faculty Leaving LFA
Students play on the inflatables on the quad.
RA Weekend Expectations: Does It Live Up to Ones in the Past?
LFA students dance at Prom.
Prom Night Under the Lights, Gatsby Style
CECOT prison guards process U.S. deportees.
Inside the Trump Administration’s Deportation of 238 Venezuelan Immigrants
The U.S. Capitol divides two American flags near the Air & Space Museum in Washington, D.C.
The Growing Gender Gap in Youth Politics
The Harvard University crest is displayed on Baker Library on campus.
Trump Freezes Billions in Harvard Funding, Threatens Tax-Exempt Status
Donald Trump announces Liberation Day tariffs.
Trade War: U.S. Allies and Rivals Impacted by Sweeping Tariffs
Mark Carney speaks to supporters of his Liberal Party in British Colombia.
Canada Had an Election. Trump Was on the Ballot
Katy Perry kisses the ground after returning from her Blue Origin flight.
Blue Origin-ageddon: The Katy Perry Agenda
Trump sits with Bukele in the Oval Office as they discuss sending U.S citizens to El Salvadoran prisons.
My Opinion on President Trump’s Immigration Policies
More Than a Number: The Invisible Expectations Behind LFA’s “A+ Diversity”
Are Parents Responsible for Children’s Gun Crimes?
Jazz Chisholm Jr. is one of several New York Yankees using a "torpedo bat" this season. The bats have become the talk of baseball.
Pro-Con: I say to Mr. Manfred
More Than a Number: The Invisible Expectations Behind LFA’s “A+ Diversity”
Are Parents Responsible for Children’s Gun Crimes?
Why Do AP Teachers Not Teach the AP Test?
Educators or Advocates?
Behind the Tax-Exempt Curtain: ‘Nonprofits’ Exploiting Their Titles
No. 2 overall pick Travis Hunter poses for his draft photo with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell.
Recapping the 2025 NFL Draft
Kate Delia ‘25 smiles with her parents holding a bouquet of flowers on senior night.
Senior Sports Commitments: Class of 2025 Sign-Off
Coach Mike Hall poses with seniors at the last game of the season.
A Recap of the Spring Sports Season
NHL Continues to Honor Johnny Grudreau
NHL Continues to Honor Johnny Grudreau
75th Season of Formula One Has a Surprising Start
75th Season of Formula One Has a Surprising Start
Lady Gaga’s music video for “Abracadabra” was released on February 2, 2025.
Album Review: “MAYHEM” by Lady Gaga
“Ne Zha 2” continues to break records in China and internationally.
Chinese Animated Film “Ne Zha 2” Brings Global Success
The previous “Mamma Mia!” cast performs Super Trouper.
“Mamma Mia!” Returns to Broadway: A Hit That Keeps on Dancing!
Disney’s Snow White Struggles at the Box Office
Disney’s Snow White Struggles at the Box Office
The Ratliff family makes a poised entrance at The White Lotus resort in Thailand in style, blissfully unaware of the twists ahead.
Money, Murder and Moral Decay: Thailand’s “The White Lotus” Spotlight
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
Students participate in an SDA-organized school walkout.
Students Demand Action Stands up Against Gun Violence
Lyle and Erik Menendez sit silently at their court hearing.
The Menendez Brothers: Revisiting a Horrific Murder Case
A whiteboard is displayed with supportive notes at Apalachee High School.
A New Normal: Navigating School Shootings in 2024
Migrants out on the streets because they don't have places to stay in
The Pouring Number of Migrants in New York City
A group of people celebrate the first Earth Day in New York City.
Celebrating Earth Day: A Global Movement for a Greener Tomorrow
Crops of lettuce grow using the vertical farming technique inside the container farm.
Students Get to Experience the Future of Sustainable Farming
LGBTQ+ protesters march among the streets of Thailand.
First Southeast Asian Country to Legalize Same-Sex Marriage
ChatGPT consumes thousands of liters of water for its training process. (Cartoon by Gabby Wang)
ChatGPT’s Harmful Effect on the Environment
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau gives a speech. (Courtesy of Creative Commons)
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau Announces Resignation
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Katy Perry kisses the ground after returning from her Blue Origin flight.

Blue Origin-ageddon: The Katy Perry Agenda

Jasiek Bugaj and Madeleine Stastny
May 30, 2025
Guy Blessing gets ready to take the ice as a goalie for the Air Force Academy Falcons.

Alumni Achievements: Guy Blessing ’19 and Patrick McCarthy ’73

Gabby Wang, Jasiek Bugaj, and Zoe Wolberg
April 30, 2025
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
Album Review: At The Beach, In Every Life by Gigi Perez

Album Review: At The Beach, In Every Life by Gigi Perez

Jasiek Bugaj, Director of Album Reviews
April 29, 2025
Album Review: "Achilles" by Kevin Atwater

Album Review: “Achilles” by Kevin Atwater

Jasiek Bugaj, Director of Album Reviews
April 11, 2025
Album Review: "HURRY UP TOMORROW" by The Weeknd

Album Review: “HURRY UP TOMORROW” by The Weeknd

Jasiek Bugaj, Director of Album Reviews
April 10, 2025
Album Review: "MUSIC" by Playboi Carti

Album Review: “MUSIC” by Playboi Carti

Jasiek Bugaj, Director of Album Reviews
April 10, 2025
Album Review: "brighter days ahead" by Ariana Grande

Album Review: “brighter days ahead” by Ariana Grande

Jasiek Bugaj, Director of Album Reviews
April 10, 2025
Album Review: "Forever Is A Feeling" by Lucy Dacus

Album Review: “Forever Is A Feeling” by Lucy Dacus

Jasiek Bugaj, Director of Album Reviews
April 10, 2025
Album Review: "So Close to What" by Tate McRae

Album Review: “So Close to What” by Tate McRae

Jasiek Bugaj, Director of Album Reviews
April 10, 2025
Lilian Chung ‘16 talks to LFA students about her career in E-Commerce and Product Development.

A Night to Remember: Young Alumni Networking Night

Jasiek Bugaj, Managing Editor of A&E
March 14, 2025
SZA’s new release, SOS Deluxe: LANA, was released on December 20, 2024. (Courtesy of Spotify)

Album Review: “LANA” by SZA

Jasiek Bugaj and Mary Rivera-Scheeringa
January 31, 2025
Nikki Glaser gives her opening monologue at the 82nd Golden Globes.

The 2025 Golden Globes: Fashion, Engagements, and Humorous Moments Steal the Show

Mary Rivera-Scheeringa and Jasiek Bugaj
January 31, 2025
Predictions and Winners of the 67th GRAMMYs

Predictions and Winners of the 67th GRAMMYs

Jasiek Bugaj, Managing Editor of A&E
January 28, 2025
The 25 Best Songs of the 21st Century So Far, Ranked

The 25 Best Songs of the 21st Century So Far, Ranked

Jasiek Bugaj, Director of Album Reviews
January 22, 2025
The 2024 Spectator Holiday Playlist

The 2024 Spectator Holiday Playlist

Jasiek Bugaj, Managing Editor of A&E
December 11, 2024
Jenni Gorey poses by LFA’s hockey rink, equipped with first aid necessities.

Hero Jenni Gorey Saves a Life

Jasiek Bugaj and Charley Gopin
November 22, 2024
"The Eras Tour" Toronto Night 4 - Live Updates

“The Eras Tour” Toronto Night 4 – Live Updates

Mary Rivera-Scheeringa and Jasiek Bugaj
November 21, 2024
The 25 Best Albums of the 2020’s So Far, Ranked

The 25 Best Albums of the 2020’s So Far, Ranked

Jasiek Bugaj, Director of Album Reviews
November 19, 2024
Jennifer Rundles speaks to students at an All School Meeting.

LFA Introduces New Pillar Pin Policy

Jasiek Bugaj, Charley Gopin, Jennifer Ji, and Zoe Wolberg
October 30, 2024
The cast of “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” poses for a photo.

An Overview of “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives”

Jasiek Bugaj, Managing Editor of A&E
October 30, 2024
Album Review: "CHROMAKOPIA" by Tyler, the Creator

Album Review: “CHROMAKOPIA” by Tyler, the Creator

Jasiek Bugaj, Director of Album Reviews
October 29, 2024
Nikocado Avocado poses before and after his weight-loss transformation.

An Overview of Nikocado Avocado’s Career

Jasiek Bugaj, Managing Editor of A&E
October 23, 2024
Album Review: “Older (and Wiser)” by Lizzy McAlpine

Album Review: “Older (and Wiser)” by Lizzy McAlpine

Jasiek Bugaj, Director of Album Reviews
October 22, 2024
Album Review: “Brat and it's completely different but also still brat” by Charli xcx

Album Review: “Brat and it’s completely different but also still brat” by Charli xcx

Jasiek Bugaj, Director of Album Reviews
October 22, 2024
2024 Summer Albums in Review

2024 Summer Albums in Review

Jasiek Bugaj and Madeleine Stastny
September 29, 2024
Taylor Swift performs in Kansas City, 2023.

Taylor Swift’s ‘Eras Tour’ Concerts Cancelled in Vienna

Jasiek Bugaj, Managing Editor of Arts & Entertainment
September 29, 2024
Students explore different cuisines from affinity groups at Jamnesty on May 3rd 2024.

Finding Safe Spaces in Affinity Groups

Jasiek Bugaj, Staff Writer
May 22, 2024
Courtesy of @taylornation on Instagram

The Music Industry (Taylor’s Version) – How Taylor Swift’s Re-Recording Process Has Changed the Swiftie World

Jasiek Bugaj
May 9, 2024
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