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Russia Threatens Ukraine’s Borders

Veronika Owen, Staff Writer February 10, 2022

Russia is threatening Ukraine’s borders with over 100,000 troops, demanding that NATO scale back its presence in Eastern Europe and prevent Ukraine from joining the alliance.  The countries are...

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Top Picks for Supreme Court Justice

Sophia Paradowski, Staff writer February 10, 2022

For the first time since he was inaugurated, President Joe Biden must choose a Supreme Court justice to fill a newly-empty spot. Justice Stephen Breyer announced that he will retire at the end of the court’s...

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Nadal wins the Australian Open

Arik Weizman, Staff Writer February 10, 2022

Rafael Nadal came back from two sets down on January 31st against the Russian, Daniil Medvedev, to win his 21st Grand Slam in Australia, which is the most Grand Slams won by a player.   Nadal...

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A Learning Experience for Whoopi Goldberg and the World

Chloe Baker, Co-Student Life Editor February 10, 2022

Co-Host of  “The View”, Whoopi Goldberg has been suspended from the show following her ignorant remarks made about The Holocaust. “Effective immediately, I am suspending Whoopi Goldberg for...

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What to expect from Illumination Night

Madeline Miller, Staff Writer February 10, 2022

 The South Lakes illumination night is happening this Friday, February 11th. Make sure to stop by to admire the wonderful light display that the SLHS Leadership team has organized.     Illumination...

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JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Stone Ocean

Dania Hernandez, International Editor February 10, 2022

JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure is a shōnen and a seinen manga series created by Hirohiko Araki. The series itself also contains an anime adaptation. Each protagonist is a descendant of the Joestar bloodline...

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Friendsentine’s Day

Samia Akter, Staff Writer February 10, 2022

Valentine’s Day, a day reserved for the ones that you truly love. For some, that may be a significant other, but for many that may not be the case. Have no fear, there are other ways to spread your love...

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Masks Still Required at FCPS Schools Despite Executive Order

Emily Conway, staff writer February 10, 2022

 Newly-inaugurated Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin signed several executive orders after he took office on January 15th. In his campaign, Glenn Youngkin advocated for a new response to the pandemic,...

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How the Failure of Spring Football Leagues impacts the NFL

Marc Goldstein, Editor in Chief February 7, 2022

American sports have a clear hierarchy. If the 2022 NFL Playoffs have proven anything, it is that the NFL reigns supreme in terms of ratings as well as the ability to reach a massive audience and do so...

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The Truth Behind FCPS Religious and Cultural Observance Days

Brooke Snyder, News Editor February 7, 2022

On November 4th, many celebrate Diwali, rejoicing in the victory of light over darkness, as it is an important holiday for many Americans of Indian descent. It’s observed by many, including Hindus, Jains,...

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