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Milton’s on the move, and he’s coming for Florida
Hurricane Milton intensified to Category 5 strength Tuesday, Oct. 6 as it raced through the Gulf of Mexico. Millions rushed to finalize storm preparations and evacuate high-risk areas. The storm is headed mainly towards the Tampa area. (Photo/NOAA) … Keep Reading
SNHS kicks off elementary experiments
The Science National Honor Society (SNHS) hosted a special event September 30 aimed to spark scientific curiosity and excitement among some of the youngest learners in the community—kindergartners. (Photo/Arsh Lalani) … Keep Reading
Broward Outreach Center aided by CARE club
The CARE Club, with the goal of encouraging community members to partake in giving back, organized a drive running Sept. 23 - Sept. 27. (Photo/Miami Rescue Mission) … Keep Reading
Continue to shine for Apple’s glow time
Apple CEO Tim Cook announced the launch of many new products at this year’s Apple Event hosted Sept. 9. The lineup included new iPhones, AirPods and Apple Watches. (Photos/Apple Hub) … Keep Reading
Hurricane Helene sweeps through Florida
It felt like COVID-19 all over again for Heritage students Sept. 26 as students logged on for virtual school. (Photos/Zach Hogan) … Keep Reading
First Priority hosts annual “See You at the Pole” prayer event
Bright and early Sept. 25, students met at the flagpole by the football field and prayed for a successful new school year. (Photo/Angie Gamon) … Keep Reading
Opinion View all
What fast fashion costs us
Every year, the average person throws away around 81 pounds of clothing in the U.S. That’s equivalent to a completely filled garbage truck of clothes being discarded every second. (Photo/Rio Lectompessy) … Keep Reading
What’s the best shape of pasta?
Pasta has become one of the most popular dishes in households around the world. (Photo/Stockfly) … Keep Reading
Rethinking the Junior Lot and understanding how it fails students
Juniors buy a parking space for $50 in the lot and are able to park and then take a school bus to commute to the school. This has created serious inconveniences for students, particularly those involved in after-school activities. (Photo/Elizabeth Schenker) … Keep Reading
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Methods of Improving Productivity
Being productive is necessary for students to succeed in class, whether they need to complete a project due the next day or study for an upcoming test. (Graphic/Yechang Liu) … Keep Reading
The life and legacy of Maggie Smith
World renowned British actress Maggie Smith, who was best known for playing the roles of the sharp tongued old ladies on “Downton Abbey” and the Harry Potter franchise passed away Sept. 27. She was 89 years old. (Photo/PA Wire) … Keep Reading
How Music Helps Us Be Productive
Many students listen to music, often because it helps them study or work. Why does music have this effect on productivity? As with most things, there are multiple reasons behind music’s beneficial effect. (Photo/iStock) … Keep Reading
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Girls volleyball hosts pink out game to spike out cancer
The varsity girls volleyball team has had a great season so far with a 13-6 record as of Oct. 4. What’s the key to this winning record? Grit. (Photo/Shai Steiger) … Keep Reading
Varsity swimmers dive towards victory
The Patriots swim team has been making quite a splash this season, with a string of impressive performances that have set the tone for a successful season. (Photo/Nesibe Kalb-Karakaya) … Keep Reading
Patriots look for a comeback following their defeat at Miami Central
Heritage Patriots faced off with the Miami Central Rockets at Nathaniel “Traz” Powell stadium, Friday, Sept. 20. (Photo/Jaiden Bomar) … Keep Reading
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Boxed Brownie Battle; which one is best?
My plan was simple: buy three boxes of brownies and see which one tasted best. The three brands I tested were Ghirardelli, Pillsbury, and Betty Crocker, each mix being the ‘Simple’ or ‘Original’ version, purely to act as my control … Keep Reading
Time to ring up your nail salon
Fall brings along a collection of iconic colors and designs to feel festive this season. Here are some of the best nail designs for autumn. (Photo/Pinterest) … Keep Reading
Calling All Artists: Artober Kickoff
“Artober” is an annual art activity consisting of a series of 31 one-word prompts for artists to build upon. In the past few years, this tradition has gained popularity through social media as a fun way to overcome art block … Keep Reading