The musical, Newsies, written by Harvey Fierstein, has been a national phenomenon since its debut in 2012. Based on the 1899 strike in New York, the musical follows the story of a group of newsboys struggling to keep up with increasing prices affecting their ability to live. This strike crippled the...

Have you ever wondered, while you were in the store buying chocolates for a special occasion in February, why we celebrate this day in the first place? We all know Valentine's Day is the day of romance, but why?   Who originated the holiday?  The origin for the holiday isn’t exactly...

For thousands of years, humans have been plagued by a highly dangerous blood disorder called Sickle Cell Anemia. However, there is hope on the horizon, as two new gene therapies have been discovered to cure it. Sickle cell anemia is a recessive blood disorder where healthy blood cells become stiff and...

Scholarships are a key part of getting ready for college; it’s essentially free money! When the total costs of tuition, housing fees, and more seem to add up, scholarships are a great way to help fish yourself from those overwhelming waters. But where to start? The process of it all can be daunting....

As Shawnee High School students head into the second marking period, many face the inevitable burnout that comes along with the colder months. Burnout, defined by the World Health Organisation (WHO) as stress that has not been successfully managed, can result in a plethora of symptoms and emotions such...