Staff writer Emma Chang highlights four must-visit ice cream shops in Taipei to help readers find the perfect place to beat the city’s summer heat.
Taiwan needs to get better at dealing with autism | Kira Lei Chen – Grade 11
Senior staff writer Kira Lei Chen highlights the misconceptions and challenges autistic people face in Taiwan.
English competitions in Taiwan are dumb | Ashley Chen – Grade 11
Once, when I was giving a speech in an English speech contest, I talked about the importance of resilience. The whole speech was clear and well-thought out, and I even referenced the movie Legally Blonde. I thought I was going to win, but I ended up getting fourth...
Pretty privilege is real | Iya Wu – Grade 11
Staff Writer Iya Wu explores pretty privilege, showing how society rewards beauty over talent.
Education in Taiwan is unequal | Sophie Chiang – Grade 11
Even though Taiwan is ranked the 12th most educated country in the world, where a child grows up can determine how far their education can take them. Education is supposed to give every student a chance to succeed, but in Taiwan, the system often makes it harder for...
My experience at the Georgetown summer progam | Nicole Hsu – Grade 11
Staff Writer Nicole Hsu shares her experience at Georgetown University’s HOYA summer program and explains how it taught her about the challenges of growing up far from home.
Why is TotK the best game? | Alec Chang – Grade 10
Staff writer Alec Chang explains why The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is one of the greatest video games of all time.
Constantly complaining on social media is annoying | Iya Wu – Grade 11
Since social media has become a part of everyone’s lives, people have begun to care about the number of viewers of their stories, likes, and comments on their content. Everyone wants to gain more followers to look popular. People crave attention. I get it. Getting...
Stop acting like a spoiled rich kid | Ian Su – Grade 10
There’s always this one kid in class that has tons of expensive stuff but still asks their parents for more. You look at them and think “what a spoiled kid”. They like to go around the classroom showing their new expensive pen and act like they’re the most popular kid...
Benefits of a younger sibling | Ashley Chen – Grade 11
Everyone thinks their younger siblings are annoying and only exist to wreak havoc in their lives. However, I think that having a younger sibling offers many benefits as well. I have a younger sister, and I am seven years older than her. My parents expect me to take...
Popularity in high school doesn’t matter | Sophie Chiang – Grade 11
In high school, it can feel like being popular is everything. The people who seem to have their lives together are the teens with tons of friends, hundreds of likes on their social media posts, and who always get invited to parties. But behind the popularity is a lot...
Everyone should try to be a leader | Nicole Hsu – Grade 11
Have you ever been a leader? I have, and I nearly lost two friends because of my leadership role. Everyone has a different personality; only some people want to stand up and take responsibility. But in life, there are times when if you don’t like to take the...
Taiwan needs to improve school lunches | Nicole Hsu – Grade 11
In the first semester of 10th grade, I lost five kilograms. Although I did exercise from time to time, it was not how I lost weight. Instead, what I did was to stop eating school lunch. The funny thing is, when I stopped eating school lunch, my goal wasn’t to lose...
Good Foods at 北一女 (BeiYiNu) | Ashley Chen – Grade 10
As a BeiYiNu student, Staff Writer Ashley Chen lists the top four foods at her school and why they makes her happy and fulfilled.
Healthy boundaries in friendship | Sophie Chiang – Grade 10
Staff Writer Sophie Chiang explores how setting boundaries in friendships helps reduce drama and build healthy, respectful connections.
How social media is ruining the word “feminism” | Iya Wu – Grade 10
Staff Writer Iya Wu explores how social media algorithms not only inaccurately portray what feminism is, but promote these false ideas.
High school boys know nothing about feminism | Zoe Chen – Grade 10
Staff writer Zoe Chen explains why many high school boys lack respect for women and have limited understanding of feminism.
Taipei is not pet friendly | Ian Su – Grade 8
Staff Writer Ian Su talks about how Taipei is not a pet friendly environment due to stereotypes and unfair policies.
The bizarre obsession with college prestige | Kate Huang – Grade 12
Editor-in-Chief Kate Huang critiques college prestige and encourages people to question its facade and the problematic application process.
The Dead Internet Theory and why it’s terrifying | Nicole Hsu – Grade 10
Staff Writer Nicole Hsu talks about the Dead Internet Theory and why it is terrifying that bots may be taking over the internet.
School days should end earlier for social reasons | Sophie Chiang – Grade 10
Staff Writer Sophie Chiang explains why school days should end earlier so students can socialize more with friends and family.
Moana 2 Review | Ashley Chen – Grade 10
Since Moana was so successful, Disney produced Moana 2, but the sequel is much worse than the first. Staff Writer Ashley Chen offers her critique of the film.
Memes are making us dumber | Kate Huang – Grade 12
Editor-in-Chief Kate Huang explains why the constant repetition, overuse, and roots in questionable soil of memes make us dumber.
Reflection on Huikao preparation | Zoe Chen – Grade 10
Staff Writer Zoe Chen reflects on her Huikao preparation and provides critiques of Taiwan’s college entrance process.
Tiger parenting doesn’t work | Kylie Ting – Grade 10
Senior Staff Writer Kylie Ting explains the harmful effects of tiger parenting while offering ways to cope with this toxic parenting style.
Howl’s Moving Castle Review | Nicole Hsu – Grade 10
Staff Writer Nicole Hsu explores why Howl’s Moving Castle remains a Studio Ghibli classic; rating its art, music, and captivating characters.
AI music is awful | Gia Lee – Grade 11
Staff Writer Gia Lee says that AI music is awful because of its low quality and how it reduces opportunities for actual, human artists.
Leading a club in high school | Gia Lee – Grade 11
Staff Writer Gia Lee talks about leading a club in high school and provides tips for those who are interested in being a leader themselves.
The danger of freedom of speech | Kylie Ting – Grade 12
Senior Staff Writer Kylie Ting reminds people of the dangers and risks of free speech. Additionally, what we can do to prevent those issues.
Adults need to be more patient with teens | Emily Liao – Grade 11
Assistant Editor Emily Liao penned a letter to her parents encouraging them to be a little more patient with her. After all, adults are not the only ones under pressure.
Should students be allowed to use ChatGPT? | Wilson Lin – Grade 11
Staff Writer Wilson Lin believes students should use ChatGPT. He also reminds users of its drawbacks and solutions to them.
Longer conscription will not help Taiwan’s military | Brandon Su – Grade 11
Staff writer Brandon Su argues that longer conscriptions in Taiwan do not help Taiwan’s military because of many existing issues.
NIMBYism: an act of irresponsibility | Brandon Su – Grade 11
Staff Writer Brandon Su points out the issues with NIMBYism, where individuals are hindering the development of a society’s infrastructure.
Chinese music in the 2000s was better | Kate Huang – Grade 12
Editor in Chief Kate Huang claims Chinese music in the 2000s was better because societal changes have affected the way people perceive music.
We need more restrictions on smoking | Iya Wu – Grade 10
Smoking is objectively bad for our health and the environment. Staff Writer Iya Wu outlines how the government put restrictions on this nasty habit.
Don’t judge other people’s music taste | Emily Liao – Grade 11
Assistant Editor Emily Liao explains why people shouldn’t judge other’s taste in music when there isn’t a standard for whether it’s good or bad.
Overconsumption is dangerous | Kylie Ting – Grade 12
Senior Staff Writer Kylie Ting explains how overconsumption negatively affects our society and suggests ways we can improve the issue.
Balancing friendships and GPA | Kira Lei Chen – Grade 10
Assistant Editor Kira Lei Chen offers a few methods on how to maintain a decent GPA without sacrificing your social life.
Casual ageism that you aren’t seeing | Kate Huang – Grade 12
Editor Kate Huang addresses casual ageism in Taiwan and how people should respect our elders to create a better society.
Why you should get a pet | Kylie Ting – Grade 12
Senior Staff Writer Kylie Ting explores how getting a pet benefits both our physical and mental health.
Discipline and Stoicism | Henry Chuang – Grade 8
For those seeking self improvement, staff writer Henry Chuang suggests they consider learning more about the four pillars of Stoicism.
Schools should place students in different PE classes based on athletic ability | Olivia Chiu – Grade 11
While physical education is mandatory at most schools, staff writer Olivia Chiu argues that it would be more beneficial to students if they were separated into classes based on athletic ability.
3 Taiwanese indie bands you need to listen to | Jewel Chen – Grade 11
As Taiwan’s indie music scene continues to flourish, staff writer Jewel Chen introduces three bands in particular that music lovers should take note of.
Why “not all men” doesn’t make sense | Chloe Hsu – Grade 12
Editor Chloe Hsu explains how the term “not all men” is condescending, reveals how unaware some men are of their privilege, and diminishes the dangers women face every day.
Girls when facing unrealistic beauty standards | Emily Liao – Grade 10
Staff writer Emily Liao explains how trying to meet to the impossible beauty standards of influencers can be detrimental to the mental and physical health of young women.
K-pop is toxic | Kylie Ting – Grade 11
K-pop in recent years has taken the world by storm, with many excited about the acceptance of South Korean pop culture outside of Asia. However, staff writer Kylie Ting explores the downsides to K-pop fandom.
Feminists love being called sensitive | Kate Huang – Grade 11
In her satirical article, Editor Kate Huang explains how men’s misogynistic behaviors help put feminists in their rightful place.
Why people avoid mental health treatment | Kylie Ting – Grade 11
Staff Writer Kylie Ting explains how fear of judgment and misconceptions around mental health deter people from seeking help when they should.
Understanding parasocial relationships | Olivia Chiou – Grade 11
Staff Writer Olivia Chiou writes on parasocial relationships, a rising phenomenon that can be both beneficial and harmful to people.
Taiwan should abolish the death penalty | Jewel Chen – Grade 11
Staff Writer Jewel Chen explains why she believes the death penalty should be abolished in Taiwan.
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