Annika Skorski: Journalism Portfolio

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Andrew Tate revitalizes debate over dangers of deplatforming

Andrew Tate is a man many have never heard of, yet his impact on younger generations is felt worldwide. During the months of July and August, the name Andrew Tate was searched more often than Elon Musk, Vladimir Putin and Cristiano Ronaldo, according to Google Trends.

Tate first appeared in the public eye in 2016 when he starred on the British reality TV show “Big Brother” after winning several kickboxing world titles. His attention later shifted to inspirational speaking when he was kicked off

Death of Queen Elizabeth II ripples through community

As a child, Assistant Principal Natalie Jaworski said she viewed England as a “magical place.” Jaworski’s perception of the country was largely shaped by stories of Queen Elizabeth II’s reign that were passed down from her grandmother, a London resident who lived through World War II until 1947. Jaworski said she still carries a pin from the Queen’s Coronation in 1953, which was initially in the possession of her grandmother. This week, Jaworski held the same emblem in mourning.

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Cryptocurrency presents economic opportunities, becomes social phenomena

With an increasing global interest in the world of cryptocurrency, students and faculty share their thoughts and experiences around the novel market. Engagement with cryptocurrency in the High School is prevalent, as multiple investigative clubs and individual crypto traders have emerged on campus.

In tandem with a global infatuation with cryptocurrency, students have begun to invest in, research and trade the currency. In fact, two new crypto-centric clubs – the Blockchain Club and Crypto Inve

Artificial Olympic venues impede sustainability

As the world reflects on this year’s Beijing Winter Olympics, it is important for us to recognize its damaging effects. Every two years, the Olympics generates unnecessary amounts of waste that could be lessened by awarding the Games to countries that can pass eco-friendly checkpoints.

The Olympics is a modern symbol of humanity’s triumphs and perseverance, deep-seated in the glory of its founding city, ancient Olympia. This global spectacle nurtures peace and tolerance by providing an even pla

Controversy and couture: politics meets fashion

Upon hearing the word “fashion,” external features and one’s perceived public image come to mind. Public figures of the 2010s and 2020s such as Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Serena Williams and Lady Gaga have challenged this limited view of style through fashion reflecting one’s beliefs and sparking needed conversations about sexuality, class and race.

Shuttering cameras, bright flashing lights. Amid a crowd of A-list celebrities at the 2021 Met Gala, New York congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez

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