Excerpt: Dire wolves have been extinct for 12,500 to 13,000 years until scientists from Colossal brought them back through a combination of gene editing, ancient DNA analysis, and cloning.
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Opinion: What we choose not to see
As homelessness reaches historic levels nationwide, cities across the U.S. are opting for criminalization over compassion.
Opinion: The hidden face of addiction
In shows like Gossip Girl, substance use among wealthy teens is often portrayed as glamorous, and viewers often interpret this to mean that privilege shields them from consequences. In reality, addiction affects people across all socioeconomic levels. The illusion of...
Opinion: Mint tea at midnight and connecting with my host family
A summary of my time in Morocco through the NSLI-Y critical language learning program.
Column: An unforgettable CSSSA experience
I reflect on my experiences at the California State Summer School for the Arts and conclude with whether it’s right for you.
Column: Studying harder isn’t the key, studying smarter is
On a typical afternoon, I'd return home from school, take a quick 30-minute break, and then head straight to my desk to start studying. I was committed to putting in the effort and the time, but I noticed I had to review the same material several times before it...
Column: Reflections as a Library of Congress teen intern
Between researching Library collection items and touring the magnificent Main Reading Room, I gained a deeper appreciation for why preserving information matters.
Opinion: A generation plugged in, tuned out
How is social media quietly reshaping childhoods? Early phone ownership may negatively affect children and teens in numerous ways. Whether it’s through hate speech or emotional harm, change is needed now to protect the next generation of teenagers and children.
Column: A teen girl’s guide to knowing your rights
Being a teen girl comes with enough challenges—don’t let not knowing your rights be one of them. From saying “no” to unfair treatment at school, understanding your legal rights can help you feel safer, stronger, and more in control.
Opinion: The craze behind blind boxes
Blind boxes have existed for decades. Whether it be trinkets in Kinder Surprise Eggs, keychains inside bright colored plastic balls from coin slot machines, or action figures in the bottom of a Happy Meal box, blind boxes were a staple in many childhoods. However, it...