by Hyuntae Byun World Editor 2015 has officially started and the beginning of a new year inspires reflection on the past. Exactly 100 years ago, countries around Europe were fighting in World […]
What to look forward to in 2015
Belgian rapist denied the right to die
by Lark Breen World Editor In 2002, Belgium became one of three European countries that legalized euthanasia for the terminally ill. The country is home to many doctors and politicians who believe […]
French magazine Charlie Hebdo attacked
by Rachel Salisbury Editor-in-Chief Midday Wed., Jan. 7, gunmen entered the Paris offices of the satirical French magazine Charlie Hebdo, shooting and killing twelve. Victims of the attack include four of Charlie […]
Acid floods Bacanuchi River
by Kelsey Fleming News Editor On Thurs., Aug. 7, ten million gallons of copper sulphate, sulphuric acid, and heavy metals from copper mining company Grupo Mexico spilled into the Bacanuchi River located […]
Emma Watson speaks to the United Nations General Assembly
by Kate Hinsche Opinion Editor On Sept. 20, actress and activist Emma Watson gave a riveting speech before the United Nations General Assembly, launching her HeForShe campaign with UN Women. Watson is […]
India sends a mission to Mars
by El Gato News The Indian Space Research Organization sent the Mars Orbit Spacecraft to Mars. Follow the link for updates on their mission. http://www.isro.org/mars/updates.aspx
Icelandic Volcano Erupts
by El Gato News This week, El Gato covered the volcanic eruption in Iceland. Pick up a copy of the newspaper around school to find out more. Also, visit http://www.ruv.is/volcano to find out […]
Websites to donate money to stop Ebola
by El Gato News In order to help stop the outbreak of Ebola in West Africa, donate money to the sites below. All help is much appreciated. http://www.directrelief.org/emergency/2014-west-africa-ebola-outbreak/ http://www.samaritanspurse.org/disaster/ebola-crisis/ http://www.medicalteams.org/where-we-work/africa/liberia/ebola-outbreak-response
An Update on Ukraine
Following months of political unrest in Ukraine regarding Russia’s annexation of Crimea, fear of a Russian invasion into mainland Ukraine is mounting.
Lost Plane Mystifies Officials
Twenty-six countries are united in the search for Flight 370, a Malaysian plane that ceased communications after takeoff early March 8.
A Game of Chess Murders
A simple game of chess triggers the murder of an innocent man in Dublin.
No Pants Subway Ride
January 12th marked the 13th anniversary of the No Pants Subway Ride in many countries.
Cygnus Cargo Arrives with Gifts
The Cygnus cargo ship arrives at the International Space Station with multitudes of belated Christmas gifts.
FAA changes electronics rule
As of Oct. 31, the Federal Airlines Administration (FAA) agency now permits passengers to use approved electronic devices gate-to-gate. This signifies that travelers no longer have to turn off their iPods, tablets, or other non-cellular devices during takeoff and landing.
Ireland’s recession ends
Ireland’s four-year recession has at last come to an official end. Planned to exit its three-year-old bailout on Dec 15, Ireland has seen a rise in its GDP this quarter and is looking forward to a potentially prosperous economic future.