Publications

Driving by itself is a dangerous ordeal; drunk driving is another level of peril. Drunk driving is not only illegal but deadly. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), “Every day, about 32 people in the United States die in drunk-driving crashes — that's one person every 44 minutes.” That sad reality makes many people wonder: How can society separate this from life? Thankfully, some people have already taken initiative, such as the Montana gro

Media has shifted substantially in terms of how accessible it is to society over the last few years. With the rise of popular social media platforms such as TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube, people are spending more time online than before. A Pew Research Center statistic puts this into perspective, saying, “Overall, nearly all teens – 96% – report using the internet daily,” a significant increase from previous years. As a result, news outlets and platforms have revised their a

For incarcerated individuals, work is a significant part of their sentence. Currently, there are roughly 90,600 incarcerated individuals in California, and “...nearly 70% of incarcerated individuals are assigned to work…,” according to Scholars Strategy Network. Jobs such as food service, maintenance, and administrative support keep these individuals occupied. After being released, though, many of these individuals struggle to find a stable job. Early this year, a new bill wa

To many people, lunch is simply a meal in the middle of the day. To Jose Luis Perez, his lunch break is much more than that. Earlier this year, on April 7, 2026, Perez posted his first “What did my wife pack me for lunch?” video. This video instantly grew his TikTok popularity, with 34.5 thousand likes and over 210 thousand views; Perez has posted this type of video since. Beyond giving people a look into his day-to-day, Perez has gained popularity for how radiant and cheerfu

When life becomes tumultuous, many individuals resort to multitasking, or what they believe is multitasking. Even in less drastic circumstances, people try to balance many things simultaneously. With family, hobbies, school, friends, and everything in between, adolescents resort to these methods too. The thing is: multitasking is a myth. According to the article, “Multicosts of Multitasking,” by Kevin Madore and Anthony Wagner, “...multitasking is almost always a misnomer, as

A few weeks ago, singer, songwriter, and philanthropist Dolly Parton passed away at the age of 80. Following a brief battle with Cancer, Parton peacefully died at the Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center in Nashville, Tennessee. Almost immediately, people globally felt the impact of her absence. Beyond these sad details, Parton was much more than her successful singing career. She brought people together and unified individuals in a way unlike others. After six decades of tireless

Lebanon’s parliament voted on an issue that will set a new precedent for its nation. On August 11, 2026, a majority decided to remove the death penalty from Lebanon. What stood out more, though? Lebanon is the first Middle Eastern country to officially remove capital punishment, marking a prodigious shift in the area. Still, the legislation is contingent on more individuals agreeing, including the cabinet and the President; however, the government’s support proves optimistic.

The ocean can be dangerous for many reasons: cold shock can limit one's ability to swim; fast-moving rogue waves and storms can sweep ships away; dangerous wildlife can attack when threatened; and spontaneous rip currents may pull a person swiftly out to sea. All things said, other things can quickly go wrong in the water, and for 10-year-old Nathaniel, that is exactly what happened. Thankfully, someone came to his rescue, and while he may only be a few years old, his actions

Being an involved citizen is a major part of society. From the beginning, structures have been established to intrigue people about their community. Over time, these basic structures have transformed into more elaborate political and social systems to regulate and inform individuals. No matter the system, though, a set of guidelines usually imposes limitations on adolescents. For example, “The minimum age to vote in national elections is 18 in all OECD countries except Austri

Sometimes, a light-hearted, funny story is all anyone ever needs. Recently, a natural phenomenon has gone viral for its amusing appearance, and it's named Jimothy. A Seattle native, Jimothy is a raccoon whose fame for his unusual stature has skyrocketed across popular social media platforms TikTok and Instagram. Caught on camera midway through July, Jimothy has become a sensation, not only for his unique characteristics, but also for the light he brings to everyone’s day. On

Being able to have the light on, the water running, and the stove flaming is something that seems relatively common, right? In reality, the World Health Organization reports that “655 million people globally still lack access to electricity,” and a disproportionate number of these individuals are from Sub-Saharan Africa (Joint News Release). Unfortunately, these communities faced many downsides because of this deficit: the lack of refrigeration, fuel for heat and AC, and medi

There are many things humans cannot control: time, the past, others’ opinions, and most importantly for this story, the weather. The world is filled with a wide variety of climates and ecosystems that are constantly evolving. With that come many positive things: skiing in the mountains, swimming in the tropics, and paragliding in the wind are some of them. On the other side, the unmanageable nature of the climate also has a lot of downsides, including natural disasters. No ma

Throughout a person’s primary education, lessons on being a kind, altruistic person are constantly reinforced. Whether it is the analogy of filling someone else’s bucket with one’s own bucket or treating others the way one wants to be treated, kindness is a fruitful message adolescents are provided starting at a young age. As the years move forward, though, these ideals sometimes slip away, and when compassion and generosity were originally cool, now they are not. While this

Running is taxing. From taking a toll on each joint in a human’s body to filling the mind with discouraging amounts of strain, many people have to push themselves to their limits to complete a run successfully. On the contrary, other individuals can also find enjoyment, passion, and zeal from running. If this enthusiasm continues to flourish, in certain situations, it fuels a new level of connection to the sport, and for brothers Jordan and Cian Adams, that was surely the cas

Climate change is at the forefront of many people’s minds, and this acknowledgement has risen immensely in the last few decades. Whether positive or negative, human impacts on the climate are being taken into account more frequently, and unfortunately, the negative side outweighs the positive one. With that, people are also beginning to be impacted more negatively by this news, with around “53% of people around the world…more worried about climate change this year than last y

As the semifinals approach rapidly, the time to reflect on the past few weeks of the FIFA World Cup 2026 is now. Beginning on June 11, 2026, 48 teams embarked on a series of high-intensity matches to ultimately define one champion. Held across North America, each match has left the audience on the edge of their seats, anxiously watching as the seconds tick by. To many people, the FIFA World Cup 2026 is solely what was explained above: a series of matches to find one victor. O

Social media plays a significant role in society. While it has developed over time, from simple e-mail and chat programs to multi-faceted content connection platforms, the purpose of social media has remained relatively the same: “[a place for] online communities to share information, ideas, personal messages, and other content,” says the American Psychological Association. In recent years, new social media companies have reevaluated how to approach this purpose. The platform

Over the last month, thousands, if not millions, of students have entered their well-deserved summer break. Whether it was a kindergartener's first time feeling the relief after learning the ABCs, or a college graduate's first time having the freedom to explore outside of school, all ages experience a great transition during this time. Specifically, individuals who graduated this year are about to enter an entirely new phase of their lives; however, unlike the normal progress

Learning to cope with life’s various stressors is challenging, and for adolescents, building the skills to do so takes more effort, time, and strength than for an adult. Thankfully, through all this hard work, mechanisms become easier to apply as situations unfold; however, that does not remove the fact that something new can always be learned. For example, nature, a space many individuals overlook, can provide ease to the human brain. Specifically, nature allows humans to em

For many individuals, summer is right around the corner or has already begun. A time filled with traveling, campfires, and more laughs than imaginable, summer provides everyone with a break from the ordinary constraints of life. With that, summer is a time to live life to its fullest by trying new things and stepping outside of one's comfort zone. Doing that, though, can be easier said than done, so below are some quick and simple ways to make summer 2026 the most memorable b