Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you are aware that Russia and Ukraine have officially gone into a war. This includes air strikes, a declaration of war on live television, and threats of WWIII brought up by Russian President Putin. These series of events have brought with them a LOT of confusion and controversy. What is really happening?
Read MoreThis is the story about Edward Bronstein who was pulled over by police in Burbank,California, March 31, 2020. The officers thought he was driving under the influence of a narcotic. They ended up pulling him over to draw blood. The autopsy report states when Edward asked them why they needed a sample, he was abused by officers and one knelt on his back Bronstein yelled, “I can’t breathe.”
Read MoreWe’ve heard common phrases from a man when he looks upset. Some men would say “Man up!” or “Guys can’t cry,'' so as not to show their emotions and deem themselves as ''weak”. Some would treat men who show femininity and who are LGBTQ+ as “not manly”. According to the American Psychological Association, there have been reports of young men taking masculinity way too far when they become misogynistic to both men and women.
Read MoreI have watched journalists and listened to several content creators' perspectives on what they think of Will Smith slapping comedian Chris Rock at the 94th Oscars on Sunday March 27, 2022.
Read MoreThe Black History Quiz Bowl. Born in a classroom at my very own Woodridge International by Ms. Danielle Durham, is best explained by a quote given by Ms. Mintz when asked, “Why is it important to you that your students participate in the Black History Bowl?”
Read MoreDid you watch the Oscars this year? If you did, and even if you maybe didn’t, you definitely saw Will Smith slap Chris Rock. Now, without any context, it may seem like he did it for no reason. Yet, there was actually a reason as to why actor Will Smith would do such a thing, and that reason, to some, is kind of sweet.
Read MoreOn August 25, 2021, Netflix dropped a new reboot for She’s All That. The movie stars actors Addison Rae and Tanner Buchanan and runs for one hour and thirty-one minutes. It’s a TV14 Rom-Com that takes place in a modern day setting.
Read MorePlayoffs are over, which means it is officially the end of the Lady Knights Basketball season. This was another season to remember for our Lady Knights. The start of the season was really rough.The Lady Knights started with a losing record, 0-4.
Read MoreOn September 21, 2021, Governor Abbott of Texas signed a bill, that banned any person from providing an abortion to a pregnant woman without meeting new consent requirements for abortions. This includes banning abortions for any woman when a fetal heartbeat can be detected as early as six weeks into pregnancy before most women even know they’re pregnant.
Read MoreI’ve always wondered what it’d be like to be a student at another school. What do they eat? What work are they doing? And most importantly, what are they doing right now? So, I’ve decided to let you all in on just that, but from the perspective of a Woodridge student.
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Read MoreOn February 6, 2022, Friendship Robotknights Braylon Wims, Jakari Powell, Ahmad Nash, Alexander Santos, Kaniya Johnson, and Maya Jackson attended their second robotics competition of the season, Tipping Point. This competition was an amazing experience for us with lots of big robots in the alliance battles and singular skills challenges.
Read MoreThe FCA robotics team, Robo Knights, hosted and won their first competition since the pandemic. It was a fun competition but close against the Wheaton Knights and Capital City Robotics. The game was called Tipping Point
Read MoreWhen you think of potential spaces to share your feelings, school probably doesn’t come to mind first. However, the introduction of support groups in school has made many students feel safer to talk about their emotions and experiences.
Read MoreHomelessnes is a condition that is spreading rapidly through the United States and the world. I thought homeless people usually get where they are because of buying drugs and not cooperating at work or home.
Read MoreTo vaccinate or not to vaccinate? Nowadays, it feels like we are forced to get vaccinated to do almost anything. From going to restaurants, staying in hotels and even attending school, proof of vaccination is mandated which leaves the choice of getting vaccinated up to the people.
Read MoreOn Wednesday, January 19, 2022, Mr. Zachary Wimmer FCA’s upper school social studies teacher passed away. Students and staff were both affected by this sudden news. Mr. Wimmer will forever be in our memory and will always be missed here at Friendship. Mr. Wimmer was a cheerful soul, always making it known that anybody can come to him if they need anything.
Read Morejust started watching the popular ABC and Netflix show, “Grey’s Anatomy'', and here's what I think about it and the hype surrounding it. Grey’s Anatomy is a show that dives into the working system of a hospital and basically the life of a doctor. I’ve only watched up to Season 4 but from what I have watched so far the show is pretty good. It has its dramatic moments, but who doesn’t like a little drama?
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