Author: odai26@newarka.edu
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The Life and Impact of Late One Direction Superstar Liam Payne
Sofie Raote ’28, Arts & Entertainment Staff Writer Liam Payne at the All Those Voices Premiere in 2023. (Photo courtesy of Rolling Stone UK) The death of popstar Liam Payne left the world reeling in sorrow. Liam Payne, who died on October 16, 2024 at the age of 31 after falling off his third-floor hotel…
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How Will We Be Remembered?
Madeline Epstein ’28, Arts & Entertainment Staff Writer Ancient Greek and Roman marble statues in the MET (Image courtesy of The Metropolitan Museum of Art) We are living in ancient history. We learn history through textbooks and classes, but we understand it through museums that immerse us in the past. At every point in ancient…
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The Secret Beauty in Trench Art
Olivia Dai ’26, Arts & Entertainment Section Editor A brass World War II letter opener (Courtesy of JunkInTheBoxOhio) I first stumbled across trench art in an unexpected place: the hair salon. I was chatting with my barber when she suddenly showed me a peculiar object. Peering closer, I saw that it was a letter opener…
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Are Newark Academy Students Losing the Interest to Dress up for Halloween?
Mia Li ’28, Commentary Writer Elizabeth Schlatter ‘28 and Pia Padavano ‘28 on Halloween. (Photo courtesy of Newark Academy) Halloween is a unique holiday that embodies a blend of spookiness and fun, with celebrations marked by both joyous laughter and scary memories. For some children, Halloween presents the opportunity to dress up in elaborate costumes,…
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Club Chaos: Cutting Back on the Number of NA Clubs
Alexis Zhang ’26, Commentary Editor Club leaders at the club fair. Courtesy of Newark Academy Instagram As students return to Newark Academy each fall, they are introduced to a wide range of clubs that they can join, from Ultimate Frisbee Club to Film Appreciation Club. With over 50 options, NA clubs allow students to explore…
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The Long-Lasting Impact of Immersion
Leah Gershgorin ’27, Commentary Writer NA Students on the 2024 France Immersion trip. (Photo courtesy of Ms. McNeilly-Anta) Every so-called “mandatory” school task — whether it be community service, IB Diploma (if one decides to pursue it), or the Immersion Experiences requirements — can feel like just another item to check off a list. Personally,…
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Can We Separate Art from Problematic Artists?
By Sophia Mu ‘27 In the middle of a song, it appears that the creator has been “canceled.” Image from Trinitonian Your favorite song is blasting, compelling you to raise your voice and vibe to the beat. For some reason, you feel almost guilty. After all, that creator had recently been accused of some horrible…
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The Unspoken Dynamics of Group Chats
Nathan Hsu ’28, Feature Writer Graphic of users texting in group chats (Photo courtesy of iStock). Here at Newark Academy, group chats are a staple of everyday life. Whether we are sending last-minute homework reminders or simply texting funny memories, we end up having most of our conversations through group chats. Although group chats may…
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Read Between the Lines: How to Navigate Media Bias in the Modern Age
Sophie Hu ’26, Feature Editor An illustration of how overwhelming consuming news media can be (Photo courtesy of The American Psychological Association) How do we distinguish between fact and fiction? How do we find the truth? With the current political climate and polarization of society, finding the answer to these questions is more important than…
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Life After High School: Why It’s Okay to Not Have Everything Figured Out
Gabby Beckham ’27, Feature Writer (Class of 2024, Newark Academy Instagram). Most people believe the four years of high school fly by and are some of the best times of your life. But when you finally reach senior year, walk across the stage, and receive your diploma, you might find yourself asking, “What’s next?” Graduation…