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The student news site of Coral Gables Senior High School

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Annually held on Nov. 11, Veterans Day remembers and celebrates those who sacrificed their lives for the nation.
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Victorious Veterans

Fernando Largaespada, highlights newsmagazine contributor Nov 2, 2020

     Veteran’s Day, a national holiday held on Nov. 11, praises and honors military veterans who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Among the many who have served this country, the school’s...

World leaders from Israel, the United Arab Emirates, the United States and Bahrain came together and signed the Abraham Accords.

Advancing with the Abraham Accords

Alia Gamez, highlights newsmagazine contributor Nov 2, 2020

On Sept. 15, Israel, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Bahrain and the United States signed a deal focusing on how these countries can work peacefully together. As the first agreement between Israel and...

Pictured here is Benedetti in her wrestling uniform. Courtesy of Victoria Benedetti

Victoria Benedetti: Wrestling Warrior

Camila Aitken, highlights newsmagazine contributor Nov 2, 2020

     For centuries, wrestling has been a male-dominated sport. However, as inequality between gender roles has started to dissipate, women are experiencing increasing opportunities in sports. Many women...

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Politics shouldn’t go above relationships

Emilys Gil, highlights newsmagazine contributor Nov 2, 2020

     The beginning of the new decade has been nothing short of scandalous in the political world. From being on the brink of World War III only the third day into the year to the impeachment of our...

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The controversy surrounding Mulan, Disney’s beloved Chinese heroine

Maya Shah, highlights newsmagazine contributor Nov 2, 2020

     Disney's Mulan remake was an exceedingly popular topic of conversation this year, but for all the wrong reasons. While it was once largely anticipated by Disney fans, when details were revealed...

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Tenants Get A Break

Camila Aitken, highlights newsmagazine contributor Oct 5, 2020

       With thousands of families losing their jobs in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, Miami-Dade County (MDC) has launched a $10 million relief plan to aid approximately 15,000 households....

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No Fans, No Motivation

Austin Yagoda, Highlights Newsmagazine Contributor Oct 5, 2020

     The excitement of the crowd has always been a staple at sports games. Every touchdown, goal or block is indefinitely met with cheers from fans. Players would feel spurred on by the supportive...

My tea, your tea, Miu’s Tea

Alexa Orozco, highlights newsmagazine contributor Oct 5, 2020

    The “coffee doesn’t wake me up but tea does,” slogan greets customers walking in,  sensing the breathtaking aroma of fruity teas and tapioca. While taking a stroll down Sunset drive, one...

My strange addiction: highlights edition

Marcela Rondon, highlights newsmagazine contributor Oct 5, 2020

The members of the highlights staff have a wide variety of “strange addictions.” From former boy bands to burnt foods, highlights has it all. Get to know the staff and their out-of-the-ordinary obsessions.   Cristel...

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The Climate Crisis

Rafael Sans, highlights newsmagazine contributor Oct 5, 2020

With the climate crisis in the world considerably worsening, the time left to save the planet is gradually getting shorter. Record unstable temperatures, increased pollution and the degradation of aquatic...

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Quarantine-O-Ween

Arianna Peña and Emilys Gil Sep 14, 2020

Due to COVID-19 regulations, the Halloween spirit that is always alive on October 31 will be harder to maintain this year more than ever, since Halloween will be celebrated differently. Despite these circumstances,...

Alternatives to typical Halloween activities

Emilys Gil, highlights news magazine contributor Sep 14, 2020

With silly costumes, spooky movies and sweet treats, Halloween holds a special place in many people’s hearts. As a result of the social distancing measures mandated to prevent the spread of the coronavirus,...

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