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Protect the Planet.

Earth Day: A Reminder to Protect Planet

Apr 13, 2024

Every year, on April 22nd, we celebrate Earth Day. It's a day to reflect on the beauty and fragility of our planet and to recommit ourselves to protecting it. Our planet is facing unprecedented challenges....

Say no to disrespect. Graphic representing the uniting of women across the world against mistreatment from men.

4B Movement: No to men till respect for women

by Kaitlin Burns Apr 13, 2024

Korea’s birth rate has steadily dropped, causing concerns about what will happen if more children aren’t born in the coming years. Many women of the nation have said part of why is the lack of support...

FDA APPROVED BIRTH CONTROL. Opill is the first over the counter birth control pill approved by the FDA. It will soon be available at local drugstores across America.

FDA approves first OTC birth control Opill

by Isabella Melin Apr 13, 2024

The Federal Drug Administration (FDA) just approved the first over-the-counter birth control pill by Perrigo called the Opill. It will soon be available in drug stores across America and other pharmacies,...

SELF CARE ISNT SELFISH. April 5 is Self Care Day. Take time to spoil yourself.

National Self Care Day

by Kelsie Wyland Apr 5, 2024

In today's fast-paced world, it's easy to neglect our own well-being. We often put the needs of others before our own, and we can end up feeling stressed, overwhelmed, and burnt out. That's why National...

TikTok ban could be reality

TikTok ban could be reality

by Samuel Favela, VOW staff Mar 29, 2024

After a house vote of 352-65, ruling in favor of banning TikTok, Congress seems to be pushing for the ban Even the president has stated that if the bill gets passed by the Senate, he will sign the vote,...

HAPPY EASTER. Whether its attending church services, participating in community events or simply spending time with loved ones, Easter is a time to celebrate and appreciate the traditions that bring us together.

Easter full of significance, traditions

Mar 29, 2024

Easter is a time of joy and celebration for many people around the world. It's a holiday that holds deep religious significance for Christians, as it commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ. But...

LEARNING LIFE SKILLS. Schools in Japan make students clean up the school each day. This practice teaches students important life skills as well as to respect their surroundings.

Japanese schools teach students life skills

by Isabella Melin Mar 29, 2024

A big cultural difference between America and Japan is that most schools in Japan do not hire janitorial staff and require students to clean the school daily. The purpose of this is to teach the children...

Predator for Profit. Image representing Apple being in court under accusation of being a predatory monopoly.

Digital Monopoly: Apple under question

by Kaitlin Burns Mar 29, 2024

Recently Apple has come under fire by the Department of Justice as they now question if Apple is using predatory tactics to control and manipulate the market for smartphones. Joined by attorney generals...

SHARE WOMENS STORIES. National Womens Month is a time to celebrate the contributions women have made to this country.

Women’s history month inspires young girls

by Isabella Melin Mar 25, 2024

Since 1995, March has been a month to celebrate the great women who’ve contributed to American history. Women’s History Month is a time to learn about and honor the important women in history, as well...

JUST A GIRL IN A WORLD. The increasing trend of using the phrase Im just a girl as an excuse for dangerous behavior has been more prevalent in recent months.

‘Just a girl’ trend belittles females, fights equality

by Jackie Diaz, VOW Staff Mar 25, 2024

“I'm just a girl in a world” is a common phrase that's been around social media platforms such as TikTok for months. This phrase is from a song that is used in mainly teenage girl tik toks of them...

Moving to the interweb. Graphic to quickly convey the idea of an online SAT.

Lets get digital: the new SAT

by Kaitlin Burns Mar 19, 2024

Testing has been moving online for a good few years, and the SAT is joining the trend. As a result, some things aren’t going to look the same on the exam anymore, and the rules themselves have changed...

Updating the book. Image representing the many new or rewritten laws in Texas.

News laws, legislature will affect police, health care, education

by Kaitlin Burns Mar 8, 2024

As the new year feels a little less new, it becomes a time for changes happening throughout the year to be discussed and made. A major example for Texans is the 774 new laws and legislature that came into...

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