rising stars

An unforgettable journey of learning, friendship and self-discovery

Recently, during our last summer break, I had an opportunity to embark on a ten-day school trip to the USA. With a few other students and teachers from my school, we went on an adventure to three of the most iconic cities in the USA: San Francisco, Las Vegas, and Los Angeles.

The marvellous lives of child actors

The young people who, with aspirations simmering in their hearts, strive to one day be stars in their own right.

Serendipity

Wake me up every morning as dawn becomes a new day.

A trip to the Midwest

From June 9 to June 22, I had the privilege to be a participant of a creative writing and cultural exchange programme called “Between the Lines (BTL): Peace and the Writing Experience” at the University of Iowa.

Chicken Nugget: A lesson in how not to take things seriously

At a time when every piece of content we consume seems to be emotionally charged, it felt very relaxing to watch something so unapologetically nonsensical and weird.

Farewell, Ms Lubna Choudhury

A collective loss is felt all over the entire education community with Ms Choudhury's passing on October 7, 2024.

The Box

She frantically whisper-screamed at him, “Stop yelling! And this is serious Fayaz, we need to find that box.

Ping-pong diplomacy: Explained

The power of sports to unite people all over the world, regardless of their differences, is well-known to most. Lesser known, however, is the fact that it was also once used to bring two bitterly opposed nations together, changing the course of world history forever.

Should you go down the commerce path in A levels?

Making a decision as crucial as your academic track, something that will go on to define what you do professionally for the rest of your life, is a bit much to ask of a teenager with a barely developed prefrontal cortex

July 1, 2024
July 1, 2024

Studying in public spaces: Should you give it a go?

For students, third places can become crucial study environments that break the monotony of studying in a room.

June 29, 2024
June 29, 2024

On surviving the transition from school to university

While this is an exciting time in their lives, it leaves many struggling to cope with the sudden changes

June 29, 2024
June 29, 2024

The Oracle

He was, like most children, easily amused. Unlike most other children however, he never hesitated to express it. He was full of life and energy.   

June 29, 2024
June 29, 2024

Afloat, Untethered

From every direction strong torrents meet Collide, counter, and begrudgingly recede.

June 28, 2024
June 28, 2024

The dos and don’ts of asking for a letter of recommendation

Collecting recommendation letters can seem daunting but it is not something to fear if you keep these pointers in mind.

June 27, 2024
June 27, 2024

The harrowing realities of cyberbullying

Cyberbullying most frequently occurs during the transition from primary to high school, although it continues throughout the teenage years.

June 27, 2024
June 27, 2024

Kaiju no. 8: The breath of fresh air shounen anime needed

Kaiju No. 8 is anything but conventional, as it subverts any and all expectations right from the get-go.

June 27, 2024
June 27, 2024

Did You Know? - June

On this issue's 'Did You Know?'

June 24, 2024
June 24, 2024

IUB EEE Students Win Silver in Design Challenge in the UK

A team from the EEE department at IUB has won a Silver Award in the prestigious Efficiency for Access Design Challenge 2023-24, UK.

June 24, 2024
June 24, 2024

More than 100 students at Haileybury receive honorary certificates from MIT's Edgerton Center

The event provided students with hands-on knowledge about various inventive activities, including underwater robotics