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According to Pew Research Center, 95% of teens have access to a smartphone. These days, a majority of our communication is done digitally, and it’s common to see teens walking everywhere in public with at least an earbud in. This has changed rapidly since 2000, and it’s not a good thing. For girls, the rise...

Software company Carahsoft was raided by the FBI on the 24th of September in order to investigate price-fixing allegations. Located in Reston, Carahsoft provides IT support and products to government agencies, such as the Department of Defense.  Under the court authorized raid, employee devices were searched with the FBI interviewing some employees. No arrests were...

Like many other Americans, the upcoming presidential election has been weighing on me. I had been looking for ways to get involved politically, but hadn’t found anything with tangible results, that was close to me or that looked interesting. Then, while checking my inbox, I got an email:  “Join our Young Voters for Harris-Walz phone...

As we officially enter the fall season, it’s the perfect time to get cozy, eat your favorite fall snacks and watch your favorite autumn films. Have no clue about what to watch? Here are some of the best films that are perfect to watch during the spooky fall season.   Gilmore Girls: Starring Lauren Graham...

MGA Entertainment has announced a hot collaboration with Paramount’s Mean Girls franchise. Mean Girls, screenwritten by the clever Tina Fey, is a story told around clique hierarchies and maneuvering the high school social scene. Cady Heron, is a homeschooled fish out of water; Heron moved to Evanston, Illinois from Africa, to an all-American school, where...

Marcellus Williams, convicted of first degree murder and sentenced to death row in 2001 was executed by lethal injection on September 24, 2024, in Missouri. This ruling ignored the public objections from the prosecutor and the family of the victim. Williams was charged with killing a former journalist for the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, Felicia Gayle, during a...

Following the recent presidential debate, the well known and loved music artist, Taylor Swift, announced her support for candidate Kamala Harris on her instagram account (@taylorswift).  On September 10th, Swift posted an image on instagram with a lengthy caption announcing that she will be casting her vote for Harris this fall. In this post, she...

The usually busy and positive Worldgate Center in Herndon unexpectedly turned into a crime scene when a man was shot and left in critical condition on October 6th, 2024. The incident occurred around 7:40 pm and caused immense shock for nearby communities and concern all around. According to Fairfax County Police, an officer who was...

After a two-year long investigation by 14 states, TikTok has been sued by all states involved due to increasing public health concerns. The lawsuit, released with redactions earlier this month, alleges TikTok “[chose] profit over the health and safety, well-being and future of our children” according to California Attorney General Rob Bonta. Though much of...

Back in 2016, Jaylah Ji’mya Hickmon, better known as Doechii, had uploaded her first track titled “Girls” to SoundCloud.Even though this track didn’t put her on the map to stardom, she would continue to put out two other pieces of music and a project titled, “Coven Music Session, Vol 1.” After gaining popularity on Tiktok with her self-funded...

With only 76 spots at the major league level, the path to the top for minor league umpires is long and arduous, with little to no guaranteed success. Only 3% of minor league umpires ever make it to Major League Baseball (MLB).  Minor league umpires face a daunting journey, often earning salaries that fall $10,000...

In the NLDS Game 2, the San Diego Padres broke the franchise record for most home runs in a postseason game. This happened against their state and division rival the Los Angeles Dodgers. Los Angeles Dodgers fans were  angry at the Padres during the 10-2 loss, which featured six home runs and starting pitcher Yu...

With four pedestrian fatalities in a week and less sunlight as winter approaches, using pedestrian crosswalks, wearing bright clothes, and being aware of your surroundings are more urgent than ever.  In just one week, four pedestrians have lost their lives in separate incidents across Northern Virginia, raising alarms about road safety. The recent tragedies in...

Love her or hate her. The heiress has made her entrance. Paris Hilton, the quintessential Y2K icon, epitomized the glitz and glamour of the early 2000s. With her signature catchphrases, bold fashion choices, and ubiquitous presence in the media, she became a symbol of the era’s celebrity culture. Hilton is often characterized by her lavish...

A steady flow of people clutching reusable bags streamed into Lake Anne Village early Saturday morning. For Reston locals, this is not unusual. The weekly Reston Farmers Market was bustling with people. A cheerful buzz greeted everyone who visited, with vendors showcasing their products, children brightening the asphalt with chalk, and live musicians playing.  The...

A chemical fire sparked by a malfunctioning sprinkler has led to the evacuation of 17,000 Georgians from Conyers area, with 90,000 Georgians east of the Atlanta metro area, being told to shelter in their homes on Monday until further notice as a “haze and strong chemical smell” erupted into a large black and brown plume...

Drop the potato chips… you’re about to learn about how the processed foods (and the hidden chemicals inside of them) you’re eating are toxic to your teenage body. A new study found that adolescents obtain two-thirds of their daily calorie intake from ultra-processed foods (UPF). This consistent consumption has an effect on both the mental...

During the vice presidential debate between Ohio Senator J.D. Vance and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, both candidates were polite and civil. Instead of throwing insults, they focused on policy and talked about their plans for if they come into office. This is in harsh contrast to the presidential debate between candidates Donald Trump and Kamala...

Northwest Stadium was filled with energy which hadn’t been seen in years as the Commanders, led by quarterback Jayden Daniels, took the field. New ownership and a young new roster have transformed the once gloomy and half empty stadium into a sea of burgundy and gold with waving white towels. The days of sorrow and...

Temporada de votaciones La temporada de votaciones se acerca, y hay muchas elecciones diferentes que seguir para los votantes de Virginia. Con muy poco tiempo restante, se vuelve difícil mantenerse al tanto de todas. Este artículo cubrirá los conceptos básicos de todo lo que votarás este noviembre, además de una breve introducción al registro.  ...