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Jane Goodall speaks at an annual World Economic Forum conference. (Courtesy of the World Economic Forum)
Jane Goodall: A Legacy of Science and Advocacy
Jimmy Kimmel, live on Tuesday, September 23.
The Suspension of “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” Brought Unity for Free Speech
Course Tiering in the Mathematics Department
The New Normal: Math Department “Skill Checks”
(Courtesy of the LFA Marketing and Communications Office)
New Faculty of the 2025-2026 School Year
Student leaders pose for a photo in the Formal Gardens.
Leading the Way: How LFA Students Are Shaping Campus Life
Yue Chen poses in front of the global classroom in Upper Corbin.
The Global Department: Preparing Leaders for an Interconnected World
A viral online “Dubai chocolate matcha Labubu.”
Unboxing the Lingo: Dubai Chocolate Six Seven: What Does It Mean?
Students construct natural diagrams on pen and paper.
Journey to Jamaica – Our Architectural and Learning Experience
Starbucks’ Pumpkin Spice Latte is back in season. (Courtesy of @starbucks on Instagram)
Pumpkin Season is Brewing Again: A Taste of Starbucks’ 2025 Fall Menu
Freshmen extend their arms, revealing adjectives describing themselves. (Courtesy of the LFA Marketing and Communications Office)
Fresh Starts and Final Years: LFA Class Retreats Create Lasting Memories
Charlie Kirk throws caps during his "American Comeback" tour.
Charlie Kirk: The Murder That Sparked Controversy Nationwide
Jimmy Kimmel, live on Tuesday, September 23.
The Suspension of “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” Brought Unity for Free Speech
Trump meets with European leaders to discuss U.S. support of Ukraine. (Courtesy of The White House)
From Jeffrey Epstein to the Big Beautiful Bill: American Politics’ Summer of ’25
A National Guardsman patrols the National Mall. Photo by Elizabeth A. Schneider (Courtesy of The National Guard)
National Guard in Sanctuary Cities: LA, Washington D.C., Chicago
CECOT prison guards process U.S. deportees.
Inside the Trump Administration’s Deportation of 238 Venezuelan Immigrants
The actors in Decednants pose for a promotional photo
Descedants (2015) Movie Review
Jimmy Kimmel, live on Tuesday, September 23.
The Suspension of “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” Brought Unity for Free Speech
LFA Makes an A+ a 98: The Issues With Raising the Bar
Madeleine Stastny '26 eats dinner after a shift at work.
Working and School: What I’ve Learned as a Hostess
Jon Pardi plays as the closer at Windy City Smokeout.
Why Windy City Smokeout Triumphs Over Other Music Festivals
LFA Makes an A+ a 98: The Issues With Raising the Bar
Graphic by Alexandra Zhu
A Letter from the Editors
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?
Chicago’s Tremaine Edmunds chases down the Commanders’ Jayden Daniels in a 25-24 win for the Bears.
Commanders Make Crucial Mistakes to Hand Bears a 25-24 Win on “Monday Night Football”
Michigan’s Tre Donaldson shoots a contested three against Wisconsin in the Big 10 tournament
College Basketball Preview
The famous Marquee outside Wrigley Field displays the game score.
Cubs Win First Playoff Series Since 2017, Advance to NLDS
Prep Hockey Live Coverage vs. Windy City Storm
Josh Allen warms up before his week one matchup against the Baltimore Ravens. (Courtesy of @nfl on Instagram )
Predicting the 2025 NFL Season
Taylor Swift's Discography, Ranked
Taylor Swift’s Discography, Ranked
The official “The Late Nights and Young Romance Tour” poster.
sombr’s “The Late Nights and Young Romance Tour” Comes to Chicago
2025’s Top 10 Songs of the Summer
2025’s Top 10 Songs of the Summer
(Courtesy of Netflix on Facebook)
Movie Reviews: Happy Gilmore 2
(Courtesy of @Netflix on X)
Gunn’s ”Superman”: Working Through the Traditional “Super” Formula
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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Mekeal Mian ’25 eliminates Bao Tran ’25.

LFA Senior Assassin: Stay Dry or Say Goodbye

Joon Lee, Reporter
May 30, 2025
Tables are lined up in the gym for the AP exam.

The Abrupt Digitalization of Advanced Placement Exams

Joon Lee, Reporter
April 30, 2025
The platform TikTok is where health scams prevail.

Is TikTok Doing a Good Job of Promoting Healthy Habits?

Joon Lee, Reporter
March 14, 2025
Protestors demand the impeachment of South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol.

What Happened That Night in South Korea?

Erin Cho and Joon Lee
January 31, 2025
Students study for finals in Caxy Café.

It’s Beginning To Look a Lot Like the Holiday Season!

Joon Lee, Reporter
December 11, 2024

Extreme Food Shortage Ravages Eastern Africa

Joon Lee, Reporter
November 22, 2024
LFA teachers consult with officials in Zhoushan.

A Global Education: Taking a Look at LFA’s Sister School in China

Joon Lee and Emma Swanson
November 22, 2024
A lodge sits on a tributary deep in the heart of the Amazon rainforest.

A Highway in the Amazon: The Path To Progress or Destruction?

Emma Swanson and Joon Lee
October 30, 2024
The main headquarters for the Heritage Foundation stands in Washington D.C.

Project 2025: What Is It, and How Could It Change American Politics?

Myles Haight, Emma Swanson, and Joon Lee
October 30, 2024
Enos Zaah'25 enjoying flag football during NFL weekend.

Introducing Our New LFA All-School President

Joon Lee and Max Bae
September 30, 2024
The new gymnasium includes three full basketball/volleyball courts.

The Lake Forest Academy Athletic Center Expansion

Riley Mormon and Joon Lee
September 30, 2024
Opening image of LFA’s Instagram’s famous Caxy Chat reels.

Caxy Chats: LFA’s Social Media Presence

Joon Lee and Harry Luo
May 2, 2024
Zach Youn waiting for the whistle

Zach Youn: How Many More Records Is He Going To Break?

Joon Lee, Managing Editor of STEM
March 12, 2024
Migrants out on the streets because they don't have places to stay in

The Pouring Number of Migrants in New York City

Cynthia Li and Joon Lee
March 12, 2024
Photo of the new dormdash flyer

Dormdash: A Way To Exchange Different Items for Food

Erin cho and Joon Lee
February 13, 2024
Faculty dress up in costumes to scare students.

LFA’s Diverse Options for Themed Weekends

Joon Lee, Managing editor of STEM
December 5, 2023
The view of a nuclear power plant near Fukushima, Japan.

Response to releasing Japanese nuclear waste water

Erin cho and Joon Lee
December 5, 2023
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