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REVIEW | Five Laptop Options for High School Students
With the holiday season approaching soon, students may be considering the purchase of a new device in the new year. However, prices for these devices are usually overly expensive. Here are some laptops that are affordable, reliable, and highly productive for school purposes.
Gobi Bear? Or Nowhere? Soon to be Extinct in Mongolia
The Gobi bear is a unique species of brown bear living exclusively in the Mongolian Gobi Desert. The cute but scraggly-looking bear, also known to the Mongolians as “Mazaalai”, is critically endangered, with less than 40 individuals left in the wild.
Sea Star Arms: An Exciting New Revelation
For years, scientists have been puzzled over the anatomy of these strange creatures. Sea stars, with no recognizable head, were thought to not have one. But new research published on Nov. 1 in the journal Nature reveals the complete opposite.
Photographic Evidence Confirms Survival of Attenborough’s Long-Beaked Echidna
A team on an expedition to Papua New Guinea has captured conclusive evidence of an endangered species of mammal previously feared to be extinct. Attenborough’s long-beaked echidna (Zaglossus attenboroughi), named after the British nature broadcaster, is one of only four living species of echidnas. “[It] has the spines of a hedgehog, the snout of an anteater, and the feet of a mole.” said Dr. James Kempton, a biologist and expedition lead from the University of Oxford.
RIP Omegle: The Demise of the Online Chat Service
The online video chat service Omegle was shut down on Nov. 9. This followed the settlement of a 2021 lawsuit regarding the sexual abuse of minors on the platform, which was originally created in 2009 by then 18-year-old Leif K-Brooks.
Safety Declaration Signed At First International AI Safety Summit
The United Kingdom government hosted the first international artificial intelligence safety summit in Bletchley Park on Nov. 1 and 2.
Europe’s New Digital Identity Wallet
On Nov. 8, the EU’s Internal Market Commissioner, Thierry Breton, announced a deal with Members of European Parliament (MEPs) for a European "digital identity wallet". According to Breton, this initiative promises every EU citizen “a secured e-identity for their lifetime”.
SEC Delaying Bitcoin ETF: Something Bigger at Play?
On Nov. 17, the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) again delayed an application by the investment firm Franklin Templeton on the much-anticipated Bitcoin (BTC) exchange-traded fund (ETF).
After the WGA and SAG-AFTRA Strikes: Six Months of No Work
On May 2, the Writers’ Guild of America (WGA) strike began. On July 14, the Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) joined the writers, leading to a combined strike that lasted until Nov. 9.
President Xi Meets with American Business Titans
On Nov. 15, Chinese President Xi Jinping visited the United States. His visit aimed to strengthen economic ties and ease geopolitical tensions between the two nations.
ANALYSIS | Box Office Underperformance May “Snap” Marvel Out of Existence
The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) first debuted in 2008 with the release of Iron Man, and after 15 years and earning more than $28 billion at the global box office, the franchise appears to be sinking under its own weight.
New TV Shows and Movies Revealed as SAG-AFTRA Seals the Deal With Studios
On Nov. 9, the Screen Actors Guild — American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) union reached an agreement with Hollywood studios regarding wages, residuals, and production safety. On the day that the strike ended, a great amount of announcements were made regarding new TV shows and movies.
The 10th Annual Game Awards
The Game Awards, an annual award ceremony celebrating the achievements of the best video games worldwide, streamed live on Dec. 7 this year. Winners were decided by a blend of an international voting jury of global media and influencer outlets and a public vote.
Friends Star Matthew Perry Dies at 54
On Oct. 28, 2023, actor Matthew Perry was found unconscious in his hot tub at his house in Los Angeles and was later pronounced dead.
Coins for the King
On Sept. 8, 2022, Queen Elizabeth II passed away and His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales ascended to the Throne and became King Charles III. For 70 years, Canadian coins have featured the familiar face of Queen Elizabeth, but this era is coming to an end. The new coins will display Charles’ face in a new design.
International Students Start a New Chapter at Hamber
Starting at a new school can be daunting. Every year, international students from outside of Eric Hamber have to adapt to a different environment, a different schedule, and hundreds of different people.
Stanley Park Train Reopens After 4 Years of Intermittent Cancellation
The Stanley Park miniature train is a star attraction of Vancouver, welcoming 200,000 visitors annually. The 15 minute ride has a brightly decorated trail with themed seasonal events such as the Easter Train, Ghost Train, and the Bright Lights train. Bright Lights is the most popular of the themes.
Quebec Doubles English University Tuition, Then Steps Back After Controversy
In October, Quebec’s government announced that university tuition for out-of-province students would almost double, a decision that sparked widespread backlash, including student protests.
Hamber’s Newest Obsession: Pickleball Club Takes the School By Storm
If you’ve passed by a public tennis court in Vancouver, you might have heard the steady thwack-thwack of hard plastic balls hitting wooden paddles. It's also difficult to call yourself an Eric Hamber student if you haven’t gotten the chance to play a high-stakes Pickleball tournament in PE. The newfangled racquet sport is everywhere, and many students know about the game that has dominated outdoor courts and been the subject of multiple neighbourhood noise complaints.
Canley Cup Comes to a Close
With winter break approaching, the annual initiative known as the CANley Cup has taken place once again. This district-wide event is planned and hosted by the Vancouver District Student Council (VDSC) with the goal of collecting non-perishable food items for the Vancouver community.