AI is defined by Google as “a set of technologies that empowers computers to learn, reason, and perform a variety of advanced tasks in ways that used to require human intelligence, such as [...] providing helpful suggestions," and according to an article by Virginia Tech, in some cases it still is. Studies...

As soon as you open TikTok, your eyes skim over the first video that lands on your screen. The camera zooms in, the creator smiles, and within seconds, an entire table of pizza, tacos, and cheeseburgers is eaten. By the end, feelings of fascination, amusement, and comfort strangely wash over your overstimulated...

Throughout history, the topic of mental health has been unapproachable. As a result of religious intolerance and superstitions, for the longest time, those with mental health issues were blamed, rather than being treated for chemical imbalances that are associated with the disorders. Despite this, within...

As I scroll through TikTok, my feed hops from influencer to influencer. One is showing off their collection of Stanley water bottles, and the other is raving about the latest trendy make-up products. Countless videos advertise everything from new diets to flashy clothes. What’s more, with each swipe,...

It’s the weekend, and after a busy school week, you finally decide to pay a visit to the mall. As you enter Sephora and peruse the store isles, you come across two girls, seemingly around the age of 11, giggling as they swatch shades of concealer. Across the room, you are surprised to see a mother...

Having begun his art journey when he was still reciting his ABCs, junior Yanxin Wang's ability is recognized not only town-wide, but also globally. Wang’s artistic abilities regarding digital and traditional art have led to several acknowledgments at Westford Academy and beyond, including a placement...

On the morning of January 31st, a WA sophomore was taken in by administration after posting a three-student "hit list" on Facebook the night before. The incident was brought to the attention by one of the students targeted in the post, who, upon noticing the threat, went directly to the office of...

Teenagers today are constantly connecting through various social media outlets including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Snapchat. Social media can benefit adolescents by enhancing communication and enabling them to make social connections. However, there are some downsides to social media. In...