by Anisha Karthikeyan In the hectic whirlwind of modern existence, our lives are increasingly tied to screens, and the allure of the digital world can entrap even the most vigilant among us. Imagine a photograph frozen in time: a pair of hands, tightly bound in the tangled cords of a phone charger, reaching desperately towards…

By Ishaan Raghav With the accelerated growth of modern society, there come weeds of toxicity that are hidden behind vines of “progress” and “convenience.” This pervasive toxicity is subtly ingrained into our daily lives, a threat that necessitates immediate action before it hardens into a norm that we can’t shake off. From the confines of…

by Archisha Mukherjee Every athlete dreams of playing in a sold-out stadium, with thousands cheering their name. However, the dedication, sacrifice and raw talent required to succeed in the sporting industry is gargantuan, potentially leading to tense relationships with family, substance abuse and health problems. Once players secure a contract and find their footing in…

by Ritvik Shekar As students of the IB Diploma program, tight deadlines, insufficient sleep, and exam stress are all familiar to us, but it isn’t often that we take the time to process the compounding detrimental impact that such pressures have on our mental health and well-being. As teenagers, balancing schoolwork with extracurricular activities and…