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John McCain, then a Lieutenant in the Navy, waves on to a group of people welcoming him back in 1973 from his 5-year internment in a Vietnamese camp.

McCain leaves behind a lasting legacy

Alexander Sutton, highlights contributor Sep 7, 2018

John McCain was born into public service. He entered the world on a Naval Air Station in a U.S.-controlled territory, the Panama Canal Zone, and throughout his childhood, he traveled with his father to...

‘Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again’: A second chance at success

‘Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again’: A second chance at success

Melanie Nunez, highlights contributor Aug 23, 2018

'Mamma Mia' grabbed the attention of people all over the world with happy tunes and a charismatic cast. The iconic songs were brought to life by the amazing singers featured in the film. Given the...

Pictured above is gubernatorial candidate Andrew Gillum.

A Q/A with Florida’s next governor

Alexander Sutton, highlights contributor Jun 5, 2018

Andrew Gillum is coming for you, Florida. The 38-year-old Tallahassee Mayor has announced his candidacy for Governor of Florida, and is one of four candidates running in the Democratic primary, whose elections...

Card Bs new album cover with attention-grabbing colors and styles shows us another aspect of her bold personality.

Cardi B Back on the Beat

Mathilde Requier, highlights contributor May 3, 2018

With the release of new songs from Drake, Kali Uchis, Lil Xan and many other artists in the hip-hop world, the week of April 6 proved to be revolutionary for the music industry. With empowering and diverse...

Lucy Hale starred in Truth or Dare which came out on April 13.

The Truth Behind “Truth or Dare”

Audrey Weigel, highlights contributor May 1, 2018

Hollywood failed its attempt to show the horrific effect on Truth or Dare on teenage life in the new film “Truth or Dare”, released on April 13. Jason Blum, a respected producer in Hollywood, was inspired...

A Brilliant Mind: Commemorating Stephen Hawking

A Brilliant Mind: Commemorating Stephen Hawking

Mathilde Requier, highlights contributor Mar 21, 2018

At first, March 14 seemed like any other day. Besides being “Pi day”, it was another day of work and dealing with the struggles of the daily life. This was until the world found out it had lost one...

Yanik Ariste striking a pose at the Hispanic Heritage Foundations 19th Annual Youth Awards.

Senior Yanik Ariste wins award from the Hispanic Heritage Foundation

Mariam Vela, highlights contributor Feb 19, 2018
On Feb. 7, senior Yanik Ariste was presented the “Business & Entrepreneurship Youth Award” at the ceremony by BBVA Compass.
Senior Rozalyn Franklin was the only female to be nominated at the Miami International Film Festival for her short film on oranges.

Orange You Glad? Rozalyn Franklin Nominated!

Audrey Weigel, highlights contributor Feb 16, 2018
Franklin has recently been named a nominee for the Miami International Film Festival for her film “Roz’s Oranges.”
POETRY WHIZ: Junior Angie Lopez speaks about her experience preparing for the performance.

Angie Lopez: Princess of Poetry

Kevin Monjarrez, highlights contributor Feb 13, 2018
After much practice, student and poet Angie Lopez will be featured in Miami’s 10th Piano Slam.
COLONY & COMB: Ansaldi became an independent honey seller, offering organic South Florida raw honey.

Colony & Comb: Honey by Ansaldi

Sophia Heilman, highlights contributor Feb 9, 2018

Located in South Miami, Colony and Comb is a family-run honey company managed by environmental science teacher Virginia Ansaldi. Three years ago, her husband, Ian Wogan, established the honey company,...

COMING SOON: Miami’s Best sets up at the new Ponce de Leon location.

Miami’s Best Pizza Makes a Comeback

Amanda Pallas, highlights contributor Jan 7, 2018

After closing in January 2015, Miami’s Best Pizza has announced its return this winter. The new, Miami’s Best Pizza restaurant will be opening where the former Sunset Quickprint was located, across...

PUBERTY PALS: Big Mouth follows the coming-of-age story of five 7th graders through their journey of puberty.

Review: Netflix’s Big Mouth Engages People in Puberty Talk

Tatiana Campos, highlights contributor Dec 8, 2017

Mood swings, uncontrollable acne and first glances at the ugly truth of menstruation— all the burdens of going through puberty have been boxed into Netflix’s new animated comedy, “Big Mouth.” This...

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