With the sudden rise of Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), COVID-19 and flu cases, some experts are calling this season a ‘Tripledemic.’ While these illnesses have been around for a couple years, this winter is the worst it has been. “With increased RSV infections, a rising number of flu cases andContinue Reading
Fast fashion has taken over the world in the past 20 years with 400% more clothes being produced now compared to the early 2000s. Ranging from companies like Shein to Forever 21 to H&M, these stores manufacture trendy, cheap, mass-produced clothes for high consumer demands at the expense of ourContinue Reading
There seems to be shortages of everything recently, from food items to car chips, all linking back to a supply chain crisis. There is one shortage, however, that is completely unrelated: Christmas trees. Christmas tree growth has declined for a multitude of reasons, including an increase in artificial tree salesContinue Reading
Thanksgiving is undoubtedly one of, if not the best holiday celebrated in America. This day is best characterized by 4 F’s. Fall, family, football and most importantly, food. On the fourth Thursday of every November, family and friends gather to feast on foods rarely consumed during the rest of theContinue Reading
The brain is vital to one’s life, but brains are sensitive pieces of machinery and can be easily damaged. Blows to the body or head can cause a concussion, where the brain shakes in the skull, tearing and breaking brain cells. This erosion of cells can change how the brainContinue Reading
The Knightly News: Hello Mr. Ewing. Ben Ewing: Hello Mr. Swann. KN: How do you feel about being the dean of the Class of 2026? BE: I’ve really enjoyed getting to know this new crew. KN: Glad to hear that. Is it emotional to move on from such an amazingContinue Reading
On Oct. 25. Rishi Sunak was appointed to become the next prime minister of the United Kingdom. He is the first person of color in the role and the youngest since the 1900s at the age of 42. When former prime minister Boris Johnson was forced out of office dueContinue Reading
Over the past year, an increased awareness has been raised of discrimination in predominantly white institutions across the United States. In February 2022, five Black students at Brigham Young University named Kennethia Dorsey, Nathanael Byrd, Kylee Shepherd, Sebastian Stewart-Johnson and Rachel Weaver created a group called the “Black Menaces” toContinue Reading
The modern way of consuming and marketing books has changed over the years. Today, everyone with a dream and access to the internet has a chance to become a New York Times bestselling author. The process of writing, purchasing and reading books has undergone significant changes, particularly with the intensificationContinue Reading
On October 25, the Russian government rejected Brittney Griner’s appeal against her drug charges, and Griner will serve nine years of prison in Russia. “We are very disappointed,” said Griner’s attorneys Maria Blagovolina and Alexander Boykov. “We still think the punishment is excessive and contradicts the existing court practice.” LastContinue Reading
Exam week is approaching, and as teachers are preparing, students are beginning to stress. But fear not! This article will cover strategies and tips for each subject’s exams. One of the biggest questions students have around exam season is when they should start studying. Upper school math teacher Jason SmithContinue Reading
Last January, famous internet celebrities KSI “Knowledge Strength and Integrity” and Logan Paul announced their new product: Prime. With both creators having millions of followers, their ambitious venture became an instant success. Being a sports drink, the main appeal of Prime is its nutritional value. It contains 10 percent coconutContinue Reading
The National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) is receiving growing revenues from broadcast deals, merchandising and sponsorships on top of a record-breaking viewing audience. However, amidst all of the growth for the NWSL, an independent report finds systemic abuse and misconduct within the organization. The NWSL was founded in 2012 andContinue Reading