On Thursday night, November 18, the Moon appeared to have a deep, reddish hue, marking the start of a significant partial lunar eclipse. NASA defines lunar eclipses as the precise positioning of the Earth between the Moon and Sun that only occurs during the full Moon phase. There are three types of lunar eclipses –…
Month: November 2021
Screen Time and the Pandemic
The Covid-19 pandemic has impacted each of our lives in different ways. Whether it is dealing with online school or work, being separated from friends and relatives, or having more time to yourself, the pandemic has undoubtedly changed the way we go about our daily routines. Moreover, we could all agree that one significant way…
Shang Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings – A New Era for Superheroes
When Black Panther hit the big screens back in 2018, it grossed 1 billion dollars worldwide and gave Marvel Studios its first Oscar award. However, Black Panther was more than just a good story. With its majority Black cast and crew, it announced to the world that there is a thirst for movies of various…
My Experience with Regeneron STS
The Regeneron Science Talent Search (Regeneron STS) is a rigorous research competition available to high school seniors. It encourages students to stretch their academic capabilities by going beyond coursework, into the depths of current scientific knowledge, or the lack thereof. The application process is quite the journey. Despite nights of agony and numerous failed ideas,…