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German Slang Words

Lina Braun, Writer January 20, 2020

Every language has its own set of unique slang words, even German! Here are some words, Germans often use. Before you read them, you should know that these slang words are not that bad and that the English...

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‘My Dear Melancholy’ Review

Daniela Ortiz, Writer January 20, 2020

As many people know The Weeknd can have his very upbeat songs that make you want to party and have fun, but The Weeknd can really get to your emotions with the emotional music he releases. The music tracks...

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The Evolution of Offroad

Nathan Beck, Writer January 20, 2020

Since the invention of the internal combustion engine in 1876 people have wanted to improve the capabilities of the vehicles they sat inside. In 1903 they did just that. The Spyker 60-HP (Horse Power)...

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The Psychology Behind New Year’s Resolutions

Gwendolyn Woods, Writer January 20, 2020

Around New Years we often hear the saying “new year, new me.” People create resolutions usually to try and better themselves, but they usually set themselves up to fail. People usually want to try...

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Are Snow Days Good or Bad?

Morgan Cottrill, Writer January 20, 2020

Most people would get excited at snow day or a possible snow day. On the other hand, some might dread a snow day. For those who love a good snow day that might mean going outside and having fun. Or maybe...

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Are Walkouts Efficient?

Joslynn Fettig, Writer January 20, 2020

As people may know, there was a recent walkout that happened at this school. They walked out due to the lack of action the administration did to prevent and take care of sexual harassment. They saw this...

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The Significance of Pets

Joslynn Fettig, Writer January 20, 2020

Having a pet or pets comes with many responsibilities, but it also has many benefits. Animals can be very therapeutic and calming, and also allow people to feel happier and less lonely. Not only does a...

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The Christmas Dinner

Micaela Gaither, Writer January 6, 2020

As the grandfather clock chimed 5 o’clock, the guests began to file in. My aunt and uncle had set the table, which at thirty feet in length and five feet across was gloriously large so that each person...

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