One Friday night, after a long week of school, we decided to treat ourselves by eating out at one of Ithaca’s newest restaurants. Bōl, a…
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At the end of the second quarter, the Philadelphia Eagles were leading 22-12 in the epic show-off against the New England Patriots in Super Bowl…
Artivism and the Dialogues of Art and Immigration
By CHLOE MOORE on March 2018
Since the 1980’s and 1990’s, Ricardo Dominguez and his now-partner Amy Sara Carroll have been redefining the rules of art, activism, and the discourse regarding…
Aziz Ansari and the Case for Female Agency
By MAGDALENA SMITH on March 2018
On January 14, 2018, Katie Way from Babe.net published a short but contentious article titled “I went on a date with Aziz Ansari. It turned…
NFL Season Highlights
By EWAN TODT-TUTCHENER on March 2018
With the hype of the Super Bowl past us and the with the fans of Philadelphia done destroying their city, now is a great time…
The Problem with All-Star Games
By ISAIAH GUTMAN on March 2018
In the US, each major sport has its fair share of unique rules. The number, length, and intensity of games differ greatly between the NFL,…
Faith
By ZACHARY FOLEY on March 2018
Faith fills the room. The faithful followers gather to worship. Rich colors combine to create an alternate world, as soft sunlight enters through the stained…
Ambition’s Intangible Clockwork
By MAGDALENA SMITH on March 2018
Ambition dripped like thick molasses through the clear, crystal air, practically palpable to the palate and tangible to the touch. Every student inhabiting the fastidiously…
11/9
By MAGDALENA SMITH on March 2018
“There may be times when we are powerless to prevent injustice, but there must never be a time when we fail to protest.” —Elie Wiesel…
Horoscopes: The Signs and Their Feelings of Desperation in Anticipation of Spring’s Arrival
By SOPHIE WRAY on March 2018
Pisces (Feb 19 – Mar 20): Wishing you were swimming in the lake, but not really digging the whole “Polar Plunge” idea. Aries (Mar 21…
The Coolness Spectrum
By THE TATTLER EDITORIAL BOARD on March 2018
COOL Teens advocating for gun control Springtime is soon Shamrock Shakes March Madness Snowstorms/snow days in March Ithaca’s unpredictable weather Spring break being so early…
Train Ride
By MAGDALENA SMITH on March 2018
Correction: Part of this piece was not included in the Literary issue, and here is the full version 1 Ragged jeans, rough, wispy brown hair,…
Editorial: Why IHS Should Teach More Practical Skills
By THE TATTLER EDITORIAL BOARD on February 2018
“When am I going to use calculus in my daily life?” “Why do I need to know all of China’s dynasties?” “When will I ever…
Editorial: The Problem With IHS’s Pass System
By THE TATTLER EDITORIAL BOARD on February 2018
Most students at IHS are familiar with the assorted serving spoons, toys, and laminated cards that teachers use as designated passes to bathroom. Then there’s…
Mixed Community Reactions to Proposed New Roots Middle School
By JULIAN PERRY on February 2018
New Roots Charter School, since its opening in 2009, has been a source of controversy within the Ithaca community. In December, the school announced a…
Students, Community Members Voice Opinions to Board on Controversial Musical Casting
By JULIAN PERRY on February 2018
On Tuesday, January 23, attendance at the Board of Education’s routine meeting far surpassed the usual amount. Every chair was filled, people sat on the…
The Board of Education’s Response to Vaccination Controversy
By ASHA DUHAN, MEERA BAI SINGH on February 2018
Families with unvaccinated children received letters of notice from ICSD stating that they had thirty days to provide adequate explanations of vaccination exemption, and that…
The Best: Piece of Advice
By FIONA BOTZ on February 2018
Among everything I’ve ever learned from my parents, I will never forget the day that what seemed to be just another “pearl of wisdom” from…
Social Media: Is it a Threat?
By ALEXANDER YOO on February 2018
Social media started off as a few small websites with small user bases. It has since grown and grown into the the staple of life…
Center Spread: Advocates for Social Reform at IHS
By ABIGAIL GLICKMAN, HASNAA FARDOUSSI, JOSEPH YOON, JOSHUA "J.T." STONE, LEO BRISSON, MADELINE TURNER on February 2018
The Best: Thrift Store
By THEA CLARKBERG on February 2018
Only got $20 in your pocket? There are many great places to spend that money on high-quality used clothing in Ithaca. Whether you are in…
IHS Bathroom Rankings
By ALEXANDRA GIBBONS, ZION TABER on February 2018
The state of the IHS bathrooms is a frequent topic of discussion. Although they have a very poor reputation, not all of them are so…
History of Valentine’s Day
By SHIVANI PATEL on February 2018
February is finally here, which means that Valentine’s Day is approaching. It is the perfect time to celebrate with your significant other, or with anyone…
Researchers Discover New Way to Fight Tuberculosis
By ANN WANG on February 2018
Tuberculosis (TB) is an infectious disease of the lungs that claims 1.5 million lives every year. For over a century, researchers have been dedicated to…
Love on the Brain By CHLOE MOORE
By CHLOE MOORE on February 2018
With Valentine’s Day approaching, one might wonder what causes the phenomenon that we celebrate: love. Interestingly, love is not a totally abstract feeling or concept;…
How Climate Change Affects Green Sea Turtles
By ANN WANG on February 2018
Climate change is a serious issue that results in visible environmental problems including arctic ice loss, rising sea levels, changes in vegetation patterns, and habitat…
Hiking in Ithaca
By MARTY ALANI on February 2018
You might think that the winter is a lousy time to go hiking, maybe because of the snow, the cold, or all the winter clothing.…