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The three natural sciences—biology, physics, and chemistry—all funnel into American history and science.

Let’s Make America Smart Again

Suraj R Kudrikar, Staff Writer February 11, 2025

“Scientific literacy is the artery through which the solutions of tomorrow’s problems flow.” - Neil deGrasse Tyson America is the second-best country in the world in terms of science, as it produced...

Irish Guard members pose in the final set of “Prometheus Unchained” (Photo by @dhsirishguard on Instagram)

Irish Guard sets a new milestone at WBA Grand Championships

Claire Lu, Staff Writer February 10, 2025

Following a triumphant performance at championships on November 23, the Dublin Irish Guard now celebrates a new personal record. A score of 86.75 was revealed at the award ceremony—the highest score...

A pride of African lions lounging on the large rocks spanning the savannah.

Dublin Wildlife: Panthera leo

Rameen Ahmed, Quarterly Columnist February 10, 2025

Lions are strong and powerful predators that play a large role in their ecosystem, but where does their strength truly lie? Is it individual or does it involve their unique family units? While not found...

The cast of DHS Drama’s The Best Man are on stage in a scene where the press surround three of the central characters. The performances were held in Dublin High School’s Performing Arts Theater.

Review: The Best Man

Presley Kerkow, Staff Writer February 10, 2025

I was skeptical when I first heard that DHS Drama was putting on Gore Vidal’s The Best Man. I was concerned, for instance, that certain topics or opinions would conflict with the election itself. However,...

A bookshelf of popular teen novels, including "The Hunger Games" by Suzanne Collins, "The Lost Hero" by Rick Riordan, and "1984" by George Orwell.

Are books becoming obsolete? Why Fewer People are Reading Today

Prianka Vakil, Student Life Editor January 31, 2025

In a world overflowing with information, news, and scientific breakthroughs, one might expect that reading would thrive in such an information-rich environment—yet the opposite is true. In fact, according...

Science teachers participating in trivia thanks to added inclusivity of Grady Days.

Grady Day Goes from Live Format to Prerecorded

Colin Chung, Opinion Editor January 31, 2025

Many have noticed that Grady Days don’t take place in the Performing Arts Center (PAC) anymore, but are now entirely pre-recorded. Originally, the format of Grady Day was switched because it was deemed...

Photo courtesy of Silver Falls Seed Company

Dubiln Wildlife: The California Poppy

Yewon Park, Quarterly Columnist January 31, 2025

When you think “native plant,” there is likely one flower that instantly pops into your mind - the California Poppy. This semi-perennial flower, which may or may not last the winter depending on variables...

This photo, (courtesy of [Dani Placido) shows what a typical "hear me out" cake would look like. It's a flat, frosted cake covered with images of characters stuck on wooden rods. Each of the characters / images could be considered a "hear me out" by the cake's maker.

Hear Me Out Cakes: Humorous Culture or Degradation of Standards?

Rishika Singh, Quarterly Columnist January 31, 2025

As time passes, culture evolves as people do. A new trend has recently emerged on multiple social media platforms: “hear me out“ cakes. What are these cakes and why is everyone suddenly so obsessed...

Baking supplies to make treats this holiday season.

Easy Holiday Treats

Priyani Khandelwal, Photography Editor January 31, 2025

As the festive season approaches, trying out new baking recipes is the best way to celebrate! Whether these are made for late night snacks, hangouts with friends, or Christmas dinner with family, these...

Moana 2 at theaters on November 27, 2024.

A Review of Moana 2

Priyani Khandelwal, Photography Editor January 31, 2025

Released on November 27, 2024, Moana 2 shattered the box office records for the Thanksgiving holidays regardless of the mixed reviews it received. The movie juggles many themes touching to the audience,...

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