Even though phone cameras have higher quality than ever, teens are looking to the past for their cameras. The ever-classic digital cameras are making a comeback. Digital cameras began as most things do- with advancements for space travel. In 1961, Eugene F. Lally, who worked for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration’s (NASA) Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), first introduced the idea for a filmless camera, but the technology of his time was not enough to see his vi

During the World Cup, several European visitors came expecting soccer and left talking just as much about massive American restaurant portions, limitless drink refills and irresistible ranch dressing flavors they wanted to take home. Those reactions might seem like small, amusing culture shocks, but everyday habits can indicate larger differences in how societies view food, work, convenience and social exchanges...

When scrolling for hours upon social media apps such as TikTok, teens unknowingly keep track of every product they see. From Christmas hauls to PR packages, every item is silently added up in the back of their minds until they pop. Everyone has this, they think, “I also need it to fit in.” So, they fall into this cycle of scrolling and shopping, until they realize that all the Brandy Melville and Summer Fridays, Stanleys and Lululemon, didn't make them magically fit in, so th

Europe is facing another summer of extreme heat, but the effects of rising temperatures are reaching beyond record-breaking weather. As drought causes rivers across the continent to shrink, previously hidden historic relics are beginning to emerge. “That’s why we are dealing with all the products we are now, because through combustion, mineral mining, overuse of resources, we’re using those resources up faster than they can be renewed...

This hot summer had some hot albums drop, captivating fans with a range of love, heartbreak, self-discovery and experimental approach. Artists branched out, playing with their sounds and genres through a mix of pop, alternative, rock and techno sound. During the months of June and July, mainstream artists including Olivia Rodrigo, Gracie Abrams, Ariana Grande and Charli XCX delivered albums filled with variety and taste...

Salads are usually a popular and healthy dish with many different varieties, but this summer, one type of lettuce hasn’t lived up to expectations. Over the summer, iceberg lettuce was reported to be contaminated with a parasite and could cause a disease known as cyclosporiasis, which left many chained to their toilets. Over 740 people were hospitalized this summer because of the disease, and two people lost their lives...

Walk past almost any place of business, and you will see a “Now Hiring” sign. Walk down a busy central street, and there will be 20. Many teens are eager to be employed, only to find the sign doesn’t apply to them. They are looking for jobs to not become reliant on parents and other sources but instead are being told they are too inexperienced...

The first few weeks of high school can feel like a completely different world for a freshman. The hallways are crowded, the building is unfamiliar, and the workload is heavier than what many students are used to. For senior Sam Bae, those same hallways have become familiar. After three years of experience, Bae knows the routines, teachers and expectations. For freshman Matthias Lee, however, a normal school day is still about adjusting, meeting new people and learning how to

Not everything we hear about AirPods is true. These wireless headphones are pretty much everywhere you go, even at school. Many students use them to listen to music while they work, in the hallways or to watch a video in class. But because they are so popular, in recent months there have been many concerns and surrounding Apple’s AirPods...

What starts as a $20 bet on the big game can quickly turn into thousands of dollars down the drain. As sports betting becomes easier than ever, more young adults are taking risks that extend into their futures. Sports gambling and betting was made illegal in the U.S. for a long time. Now in the vast majority of states, it is completely legal and abused by many. Sports betting should be banned because so many people, specifically young men, are losing large sums of money that

With a new face on the sidelines, the Johns Creek High School (JCHS) football team is entering the season with a fresh vision. As players adjust to a different coaching style and approach, they will face new expectations, challenges and opportunities for the team. For new head coach Jason Tester, the season represents the beginning of a new chapter for him and the program...

Many teams all over Major League Baseball (MLB) are losing their best players to injuries that may impact their chances of making it to the playoffs. From Arizona to California and Georgia to New York, these teams are making plays to adjust to the loss of prominent players. The New York Yankees’ three-time MVP Aaron Judge is still on the 60-day injured list but recently cleared for light activities. He might make it back in time to help with his team’s playoff push...

As teen literacy rates decline, American youth are finding new ways to consume stories without reading them, which is a shift that could have long- lasting effects. Literacy rates have been dropping rapidly, and the issue has been extremely concerning. These alarming rates lead us to question not only the future of teens in the U.S., but the future of literacy...

Yunji Choi, staff writer After more than 230 years in circulation, the U.S. is saying goodbye to the penny. The copper-colored one-cent coin, featuring President Abraham Lincoln, has long been a symbol of American history and everyday transactions. But in 2025, the U.S. Treasury officially announced it would stop producing new pennies, citing high costs and changing consumer habits. The main reason is economics. It costs nearly 3.7 cents to produce a single penny — more

Knitting has, for the longest time, been seen as something your grandma did while sitting in a rocking chair watching television. Nowadays, more people are discovering the pure joy of knitting, whether it be making garments, scarves, or even blankets. Although I am not a professional knitter, I consider myself good enough to teach others the basics. The first thing I taught everyone who wanted to learn was how to cast on...

Diving into a good book is one of life’s greatest wonders, but unfortunately, Gen Alpha has been robbed of that. Many kids, instead of reading books, have had paper perfection ripped out of their hands and swapped for iPads with unrestricted internet access, which replaces their childhood. Instead of immersing themselves in a beautiful novel or enjoying the outside world, they brainlessly drool all over their tablets...

As soon as the calendar hits Nov. 1, it's as if the entire world beams red and green. Christmas is without a doubt one of the most celebrated holidays around the globe. Music starts filling the air with classic Christmas carols and peppermint lattes are being sold on every corner. It is often assumed that most places celebrate Christmas in similar ways, such as Christmas trees, sugar cookies and elves on the shelves...

This fall, Vogue lit up the internet, sparking discussion over a provocatively titled opinion piece: “Is having a boyfriend embarrassing now?” The article, by Chanté Joseph, suggests a perspective on the perils of heterosexual dating experienced by straight women. “Where being single was once a cautionary tale,” Joseph explains, “it is now becoming a desirable and coveted status—another nail in the coffin of a centuries-old heterosexual fairytale that never really benefited

Eli Kim, managing design editor Everything in Johns Creek is overpriced. That’s like a given living in the “[no. 1] best place to live” according to U.S. News and World Report. But what is the best café here that isn’t insanely overpriced or terrible? This is a tough question, considering that it is literally every single place here; these places must also be within walking distance from the school for readers to be able to check it out themselves (and because the writer is

Rania Suleiman, section editor Tying a giraffe to a telephone pole is considered breaking the law, even if it sounds bizarre. Some laws tend to be wacky and prevent things nobody would ever consider doing. In states like California, Georgia and Florida there have been laws created that are oddly specific. In Georgia, it’s illegal to tie a giraffe to a telephone pole or a streetlamp. Back then, the law meant that no animal could be tied to a street pole. In the 20th century