Flooding Takes Nine Lives in Italy
Heavy rains have slammed Italy, resulting in nine deaths. During the havoc, trees have collapsed onto cars and houses; Italy hasn’t seen flooding like this in years.
Canada Pioneering Pot Legalization
As of Wednesday October 16th, Canada was be the largest high-profile country to decriminalize cannabis use and possession. They will also monitor its growth, sale, and distribution numbers.
Public Interest: The Royal Family
There is no doubt about it, that thousands to millions of people keep their eyes fixed on the Windsor Royal Family daily. Reporters, cameramen, crowds, and paparazzi are always outside the gates of Buckingham Palace and they are always on the move to follow the family wherever they go.
A Horrific Tragedy in Eastern Uganda
In recent news, at least 34 people died in Eastern Uganda after floods and mudslides destroyed their homes. Dozens of people are missing and are still being found after these extremely heavy rains triggered mudslides. These mudslides led to many people missing and still remaining unaccounted for.
A Look into the Royals Lives
Did you ever wonder what a normal day is like for a royal? Or what do they actually do for the people of Great Britain? The British royal family is one of the most recognizable and famed families in the entire world. People travel from all over just to visit their palaces in hopes of just seeing them in person.
A Tragic Story of a Ferry capsizing in East Africa
In recent news, a ferry capsized in Tanzania, Africa and killed 224 people.When the ferry capsized, it was about 55 yards away from the island’s dock. A man that was extremely lucky to survive tells his story and the story of the people that died on the ferry. When the ferry capsized it caused six of his relatives to die and the whole East African nation grieving over the 224 people dead.
Should Smartphones Be Allowed in School?
In recent news, France has passed laws that forbids students from bringing their smartphones to school. If they do bring them, they must put them on silent so they don’t interrupt classes while in session. The ban only applies to children ages 3-15.
The Trash-fire that is American Politics
Some people relish in the opportunity to talk about politics, often voicing their opinions and ideologies in conversation, and online. There are also people who don't engage in talking about politics for a variety of reasons, such as disinterest, which is an entirely different issue.
Hurricane Michael Strikes the US
In recent news, Florida has been hit by a massive and destructive hurricane. Hurricane Michael has been classified as a Category 4 storm, with maximum sustained winds over 155 mph. This is one of the strongest storms that has hit the U.S. since 1992. Some are comparing this disaster to Hurricane Andrew, which was one of the worst hurricanes to ever hit our country. Other news sites, such as CNN, are even comparing this to Hurricane Katrina. Hurricane Katrina and Hurricane Andrew were tragedies that left so many families without homes, destroyed towns, and killed innocent people.
Hot Weather at HF
Now that we are back in school and getting into the routine of things, many students are beginning to come to the realization that coming back to HF may be fun and exciting, but the weather in the beginning of the year can be unbearable.
Hurricane Florence Hits the Carolina Coast
Hurricane Florence is now destroying the homes of North Carolina citizens with its extreme rainfall and flooding.
Editorial: Kaepernick's Nike Deal
I can no longer tell if people are becoming dumber or angrier. Nike has recently chosen Colin Kaepernick of the NFL as its spokesperson; the athletic wear giant has since shown Kaepernick is many commercials and advertisements. This has caused outrage from Nike fans with Republican ideals, as Kaepernick is known for his silent protest of America, demonstrated by kneeling during the National Anthem at Football games. Many have criticized this protest, calling it “Anti-American” and “unpatriotic.” As a sign of objection, enraged Nike fans have resorted to destroying, disposing of, and even burning Nike products that they own.
Queen of Soul’s Funeral: Fit for Royalty
Aretha Franklin’s songs and life will always be celebrated in the music community and the Queen of Soul will be respected and loved for the rest of time.
Schools and Vaping
All over America, vaping has become one of the most prominent issues within schools. Schools everywhere are trying different strategies to end the abusive use of Juuls and other brands’ vaping products.
Local Man Mildly Upset
September 6, 2018 - A local man expressed today his discontent with the issues plaguing spaghetti sauce and the consumption thereof.
Trump and Kim: Denuclearisation Meeting
One of the most historic announcements of Donald Trump’s presidency yet has been announced! President Trump plans to meet with the infamous leader of North Korea, Kim Jong Un. The invitation to meet was made by the North Korean leader.
School Walkouts Occurring Across the Country
Students from all the way from Arizona to Maine chose to demonstrate their feelings of Americas high school’s guns legislation, this movement sparked by the Florida school shooting tragedy.
MAKING PROGRESS FOR THE POLAR BEARS
A new study, published February 2 in Science, reveals the physiological mechanisms behind observed declines in polar bear populations, as said by Anthony Pagano, a Ph.D. candidate at UC Santa Cruz and wildlife biologist with the U.S. Geological Survey.
Trump’s 1st Address
“Tonight I call upon all of us to set aside our differences, to seek out common ground, and to summon the unity we need to deliver for the people. This is really the key. These are the people we were elected to serve, Said Mr. Trump in the 2018 State of the Union address on Tuesday, January 30, 2018, in the the United States House of Representatives. In his address, he calls upon Americans to have a state of unity.
Net Neutrality: What It Actually Is
The FCC officially voted to repeal Net Neutrality on December 14th, and many people are not thrilled with their decision. However, what people truly perceive about Net Neutrality is not what it actually is. In fact, many people in HF do not even know what it is in general.