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Eiffel Tower

[Photo] March 31, 1889

March 31, 2020
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[Photo] March 30, 1956

March 30, 2020
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[Photo] March 27, 1884

March 27, 2020
Louisiana Purchase Exposition

[Photo] March 26, 1804

March 26, 2020
Soccer Ball

[Photo] March 25, 1876

March 25, 2020
Statue of Roger Williams

[Photo] March 24, 1664

March 24, 2020
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[Photo] March 23, 1926

March 23, 2020
Boston Map

[Photo] March 20, 1760

March 20, 2020
Pluto

[Photo] March 19, 1915

March 19, 2020
St. Patricks day parade in NYC

[Photo] March 17, 1762

March 17, 2020
Stock Exchange in New York

[Photo] March 16, 1830

March 16, 2020
Romeo and Juliet

[Photo] March 11, 1302

March 11, 2020
Common Sense

[Photo] March 10, 1776

March 10, 2020
First Barbie Doll

[Photo] March 9, 1959

March 9, 2020
Los Angeles Police Department

[Photo] March 3, 1991

March 3, 2020
Confucius was an influential Chinese philosopher, teacher and political figure known for his popular aphorisms and for his models of social interaction.

[Photo] Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. – Confucius

March 17, 2020
Cartoon by Dr.Seuss

[Photo] February 2, 1904

March 2, 2020
Mardi Gras Celebration

[Photo] February 27, 1827

February 27, 2020
President Calvin Coolidge

[Photo] February 26, 1929

February 26, 2020
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[Photo] February 25, 1847

February 25, 2020
Marbury v Madison

[Photo] February 24, 1803

February 24, 2020
George Washington Adair was a real-estate developer in post Civil War Atlanta.

[Photo] Everything you’ve ever wanted is on the other side of fear. – George Addair

February 21, 2020
Audrey Hepburn was a Belgian-born British actress and humanitarian. She is best known for her roles in films such as Roman Holiday (1953), Breakfast at Tiffany's (1961), and My Fair Lady (1964). Hepburn devoted the final years of her life to humanitarian work

[Photo] Nothing is impossible, the word itself says “I’m possible”! – Audrey Hepburn

February 7, 2020
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[Photo] February 14, 1936

February 14, 2020
Edison Effect

[Photo] February 13, 1880

February 13, 2020
On of the leaders of the NAACP, W.E.B DuBois

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[Photo] February 11, 1809

February 11, 2020
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[Photo] Movies that were a hit in 2019

By: Sasha Chiriboga, Reporter
January 18, 2020
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[Photo] February 10, 1971

February 10, 2020
The Notebook

[Photo] The Notebook will make you feel a whirlwind of emotions

By: Sasha Chiriboga, Reporter
February 18, 2020
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[Photo] February 6, 1952

February 6, 2020
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[Photo] February 5, 1870

February 5, 2020
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[Photo] February 4, 1909

February 4, 2020
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[Photo] February 3, 1783

February 3, 2020
The Kissing Booth is a teenage romantic comedy, released on Netflix in 2018.

[Photo] A look into “The Kissing Booth”

By: Angelina Wintonick, Co-Editor in Chief
February 7, 2020
In the 2010's, it wasn't enough to just speak out. People came together in strides and steps in the hope of bringing about change.

[Photo] Empowering social justice movements started in the 2010’s

By: Christia Assa, Managing Editor
January 26, 2020
When asked about the film adaptation of Ready Player One, author Ernest Cline displays his excitement for the film.

[Photo] Ready Player One is an exciting novel for all readers

By: Jack Reilly, Reporter
January 13, 2020
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[Photo] January 16, 1964

January 16, 2020
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[Photo] January 15, 1986

January 15, 2020
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[Photo] January 14, 1999

January 14, 2020
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[Photo] January 13, 1930

January 13, 2020
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[Photo] January 6, 1987

January 6, 2020
Black_Christmas_(1974)_logo

[Photo] Review on a Black Christmas (1974)

By: Sasha Chiriboga, Reporter
December 12, 2019
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[Photo] December 20, 1842

December 20, 2019
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[Photo] December 19, 1948

December 19, 2019
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[Photo] December 18, 1787

December 18, 2019
Boston_Tea_Party_w

[Photo] December 16, 1773

December 16, 2019
Annabelle_Doll_prop_03

[Photo] Annabelle helps you get your spooky on

By: Basma Marghany, Editor
October 31, 2019
Colonia high school's provenance was in 1967

[Photo] Provenance

By: Basma Marghany, Editor
October 17, 2019
To be a teacher you cannot be Irascible.

[Photo] Irascible

By: Basma Marghany, Editor
October 4, 2019
Soccer has had a big increase in interest in the last couple of years in the United States.

[Photo] The United States set a new record with their win at the world cup yesterday, 13-0 against Thailand.

By: Kelly Branco, Art & Music Editor
June 12, 2019
This device did not sell very well when it was released

[Photo] June 7, 1975- Sony introduces the Betamax videocassette recorder

By: Jada Davis, Senior Opinion Editor
June 7, 2019
Seen here is MLB pitching legend Nolan Ryan playing as a member of the Detroit Tigers towards the end of his career.

[Photo] June 5, 1981- Astro’s Nolan Ryan passes Early Wynn to become all-time walk leader

By: Zachary Kaye, Fall Reporter
June 6, 2019
This concert was held to honor the community of Manchester after the bombing during Grande's concert in Manchester.

[Photo] June 4, 2017- One Love Manchester benefit concert is held

By: Jada Davis, Senior Opinion Editor
June 4, 2019
Richard Wright is considered to be a literary genius- rightfully so.

[Photo] Are Native Son and Black Boy appropriate for summer reading?

By: Jada Davis, Senior Opinion Editor
June 6, 2019
Seen here is the Oakland Coliseum during an Oakland Athletics game, where two players were able to steal home in the same inning of a game in 1980.

[Photo] May 28, 1980- Two Oakland A’s players steal home in the 1st inning

By: Zachary Kaye, Fall Reporter
May 29, 2019
Seen here is the Golden State Warriors basketball team celebrating with President Barack Obama after winning the NBA championship in 2015.

[Photo] May 27, 2015- Warriors advance to their first NBA finals with Curry

By: Zachary Kaye, Fall Reporter
May 29, 2019
Froot loops are a very popular cereal.

[Photo] No matter what color, Fruit Loops are all the same flavor.

By: Kelly Branco, Art & Music Editor
May 22, 2019
Johnny Carson unfortunately passed away in 2005.

[Photo] May 22, 1992- Johnny Carson makes final appearance as host of The Tonight Show

By: Jada Davis, Senior Opinion Editor
May 22, 2019
Seen here is Dodger Stadium where two of the six grand slams were hit on May 21, 2000.

[Photo] May 21, 2000- Six grand slams were hit in a single day for the first time ever

By: Zachary Kaye, Fall Reporter
May 21, 2019
Seen here is former MLB pitcher and perfect game thrower David Wells just before going on air as a MLB analyst.

[Photo] May 17, 1998- David Wells pitches a perfect game for the Yankees

By: Zachary Kaye, Fall Reporter
May 21, 2019
Annie Get Your Gun is also known to be a famous movie

[Photo] May 16, 1946- “Annie Get Your Gun” opens at Imperial Theater

By: Jada Davis, Senior Opinion Editor
May 16, 2019
Pandas are starting to become endangered.

[Photo] When born, baby pandas are smaller than a mouse.

By: Kelly Branco, Art & Music Editor
May 15, 2019
Seen here is surfing superstar Gabriel Medina, who was able to perform a back flip during a competition in 2016.

[Photo] May 14, 2016- Gabriel Medina becomes the first surfer ever to land a back flip in competition

By: Zachary Kaye, Fall Reporter
May 15, 2019
The Finale episodes of Seinfeld was watched by 76 million viewers!

[Photo] May 14, 1998- Seinfeld’s final 2 part episode airs

By: Jada Davis, Senior Opinion Editor
May 14, 2019
Moneyball

[Photo] Moneyball is much more than just a great movie

By: Zachary Kaye, Fall Reporter
May 16, 2019
Autonomy is a form of self-government.

[Photo] Autonomy

By: Angelina Wintonick, Co-Editor in Chief
May 20, 2019
Because of the theme and fashion at the MET gala , it has gained popularity in the last couple of years.

[Photo] No cellphones are allowed inside the MET gala.

By: Kelly Branco, Art & Music Editor
May 7, 2019
Celeste Ng has written another book.

[Photo] Celeste Ng provides everything for young adults in Everything I Never Told You

By: Emily Spillar, Co-Editor-In-Chief
June 3, 2019
Seen here is MLB legend Barry Bonds, who was able to set a good amount of records throughout his playing career.

[Photo] May 1, 2004- Barry Bonds sets MLB record for being intentionally walked 4 times in a game

By: Zachary Kaye, Fall Reporter
May 1, 2019
Seem here is MLB pitching legend Nolan Ryan finishing his pitching motion en route to striking out another batter.

[Photo] April 17, 1983- Nolan Ryan strikes out his 3,500th batter

By: Zachary Kaye, Fall Reporter
April 17, 2019
The Yankees are a very successful baseball team.

[Photo] April 16, 1929- NY Yankees becomes first team to wear uniforms

By: Jada Davis, Senior Opinion Editor
April 16, 2019
Since 2016, the periodic table has 118 elements.

[Photo] The letter J is the only letter that doesn’t appear on the Periodic Table of Elements.

By: Kelly Branco, Art & Music Editor
April 16, 2019
Seen here is former Philadelphia Flyers goalie Ron Hextall, warming up before a game in 1989.

[Photo] April 11, 1989- First playoff NHL goal scored by a goalie

By: Zachary Kaye, Fall Reporter
April 15, 2019
McCartney was the lead singer of The Beatles

[Photo] April 10, 1970- Paul McCartney officially announces split of The Beatles

By: Jada Davis, Senior Opinion Editor
April 10, 2019
Prior to Lion King being the highest grossing show on Broadway, Phantom of the Opera was known to be the highest grossing.

[Photo] April 9, 2012- “The Lion King” becomes highest grossing Broadway show

By: Jada Davis, Senior Opinion Editor
April 9, 2019
Meghan Markle has joined the royal family as of last year by marrying Prince Harry.

[Photo] The royal family is not allowed to play Monopoly.

By: Kelly Branco, Art & Music Editor
April 8, 2019
Seen here is the all-time NBA scoring leader, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, talking to former President George H. W. Bush.

[Photo] April 5, 1984- Kareem Abdul-Jabbar breaks the all-time scoring record

By: Zachary Kaye, Fall Reporter
April 5, 2019
Seen here is baseball legend Hank Aaron waving to the crowd as he is being inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, New York.

[Photo] April 4, 1974- Hank Aaron ties the all-time home run record

By: Zachary Kaye, Fall Reporter
April 5, 2019
After the album hit #1 on charts, it remained there for 37 weeks.

[Photo] April 2, 1977- Fleetwood Mac’s album “Rumors” hits #1 on charts

By: Jada Davis, Senior Opinion Editor
April 2, 2019
Seen here is heavyweight boxing legend Joe Louis (left) dominating his opponent, as he did throughout his whole career.

[Photo] April 1, 1938- Joe Louis knocks out Harry Thomas to win the title

By: Zachary Kaye, Fall Reporter
April 1, 2019
The country music chart was originally called the hillbilly chart

[Photo] March 25, 1939- Billboard music introduces country music chart

By: Jada Davis, Senior Opinion Editor
March 25, 2019
Eminem is a popular rapper who rose in the early 2000's.

[Photo] Eminem wrote and recorded “The Real Slim Shady” just 3 hours before his album was due.

By: Kelly Branco, Art & Music Editor
March 25, 2019
University of Southern California is one of the many colleges involved with this admissions scandal

[Photo] College isn’t meant to be fair: Analyzing recent college admissions scandal

By: Jada Davis, Senior Opinion Editor
April 3, 2019
Giraffes have the highest blood pressure out of the entire animal kingdom because they have such long necks.

[Photo] Most giraffes are homosexual.

By: Kelly Branco and Kelly Branco
March 22, 2019
"Please Please Me" is known to be an album that was rush released by Parlophone

[Photo] March 22, 1963- The Beatles release”Please Please Me”

By: Jada Davis, Senior Opinion Editor
March 22, 2019
Roberto Clemente Statue

[Photo] March 20, 1973- Roberto Clemente selected to the MLB Hall of Fame

By: Zachary Kaye, Fall Reporter
March 20, 2019
Seen here is legendary NBA coach Phil Jackson, who also had a very disappointing tenure as the President of the New York Knicks.

[Photo] March 18, 2014- Knicks hire Phil Jackson as their President

By: Zachary Kaye, Fall Reporter
March 18, 2019
Seen here is hall of fame pitcher Cy Young, throwing before a game.

[Photo] March 15, 1912- Cy Young announces his retirement

By: Zachary Kaye, Fall Reporter
March 18, 2019
Seen here is Muirfield gold course on the 18th hole of the 2013 Open tournament.

[Photo] March 14, 2017- World’s oldest golf club Muirfield, votes to admit women as members

By: Zachary Kaye, Fall Reporter
March 15, 2019
Seen here is a moment captured from the first pitch thrown out from the first MLB game played at Fort Bragg.

[Photo] March 13, 1943- MLB approves their official ball

By: Zachary Kaye, Fall Reporter
March 15, 2019
Jimi Hendrix was an American guitarist.

[Photo] Jimi Hendrix couldn’t read or write.

By: Kelly Branco, Art & Music Editor
March 15, 2019
March 14th is always Pi day because the number Pi starts with 3.14.

[Photo] In Italian, Pizza means “pie”.

By: Kelly Branco, Art & Music Editor
March 14, 2019
Seen here is boxing legend Joe Frazier at a press conference, answering questions, before one of his fights.

[Photo] March 8, 1971- Joe Frazier ends Muhammad Ali’s 31 fight win streak

By: Zachary Kaye, Fall Reporter
March 8, 2019
Seen here is legendary quarterback Peyton Manning (#18), throwing a pass for the Denver Broncos, the last team he ever suited up for.

[Photo] March 7, 2016- Peyton Manning announces his retirement from the NFL

By: Zachary Kaye, Fall Reporter
March 8, 2019
Magic Johnson played point guard for the Lakers for 13 seasons

[Photo] March 7, 1996- Magic Johnson reaches 10,000 career assists

By: Jada Davis, Senior Opinion Editor
March 7, 2019
Music can also help with people's performance in things.

[Photo] Flowers can grow faster by listening to music.

By: Kelly Branco, Art & Music Editor
March 6, 2019
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