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  • June 3Former President Donald Trump has been found guilty on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records.
  • May 21Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and foreign minister Hossein Amirabdollahian found dead after a helicopter crash.
  • May 13Historic geomagnetic storm gave millions in the U.S. opportunity to see the Northern Lights.
  • May 9After three days of deadly storms, Southern states are preparing for more severe weather.
  • April 29After failing to reach an agreement with student protestors, Columbia University says it will not divest from Israel.
  • April 22Dozens of students arrested at Yale, more than 100 arrested and suspended at Columbia over pro-Palestinian protests.
  • April 15Football star and ex-convict O.J. Simpson dies at 76 after a long battle with cancer.
  • April 2Florida Supreme Court rules that State Constitution does not protect abortion, allowing for a ban after six weeks of pregnancy.
  • March 25The U.N. Security Council approved a new demand for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza that the U.S. abstained from voting on.
  • March 18In Jacksonville Beach, Florida, three separate shootings left one person dead and multiple injured.
The Student News Site of Issaquah High School

The Issaquah High Times
The Student News Site of Issaquah High School

The Issaquah High Times
Adya Mohapatra

Adya Mohapatra, Editor in Chief

Class of 2021, fourth year journalism student, and a big believer in the Oxford comma. Loves dogs and puns. Aspires to investigate Area 51 someday.

All content by Adya Mohapatra
Class of 2020 Post-High School Destinations

Class of 2020 Post-High School Destinations

Adya Mohapatra, Editor in Chief
June 16, 2020
PEP TALKS A motivational speech can go a long way when it comes to gaining confidence and maintaining a positive attitude. Pep talks are an efficient way to boost morale because they can be given by anyone at any time.

To Walk the Walk, Pep the Talk

Adya Mohapatra, Editor in Chief
December 4, 2019
EXPERIMENTATION: Animal testing has been around for hundreds of years, but its ethicality has come into question more recently. Ultimately, the future of experimentation entirely depends on the decisions and changes we make now,.

Animal Testing; The Rights, Reasoning, and Regulations

Adya Mohapatra, Copy Editor
June 19, 2019
“OKAY” LANY and Julia Michaels’ recent collaboration has caught the attention of many. “OKAY” is quickly becoming a favorite amongst pop music lovers.

“OKAY” Was Better Than Okay

Adya Mohapatra, Copy Editor
May 31, 2019
THE WAGE GAP Women have been facing gender discrimination for decades. Many people do not realize the severity of the issue, indicating how important spreading awareness about the issue is.

The Wage Gap Struggle

Adya Mohapatra, Copy Editor
May 31, 2019
“LOVE” Marina just released the first part of her new album, “LOVE + FEAR,” with “FEAR” coming out on April 26.

“LOVE” Was a Surreal Experience

Adya Mohapatra, Copy Editor
May 1, 2019
LITERATURE Developing a connection with we read is important for maintaining interest in literature. However, a rigid curriculum and lack diversity may be what are holding us back.

Old Literature Needs More Modern Relevance

Adya Mohapatra, Copy Editor
May 1, 2019
FATE The concepts of fate and destiny are very objective matters. Everyone has their own opinion on how to lead to their life, and that opinion is often influenced by what people believe the future holds for them.

To Be or Not To Be; How Fate and Destiny Work

Adya Mohapatra, Copy Editor
April 15, 2019
SPACE Scientists are making new discoveries about the universe every day. The vast expanse of space holds a lot of potential for speculation

The “Teacup” Quasar: a Breakthrough?

Adya Mohapatra, Copy Editor
March 26, 2019
ENVIRONMENTAL CHANGE Immediate action has to be taken to save our planet. Even a small action can go a long way. For example, there is a search engine called Ecosia that can be easily installed with just one click. With every 45 searches you make, a tree is planted.

We Need Environmental Change

Adya Mohapatra, Copy Editor
March 20, 2019

The Effectiveness of Education Systems

Adya Mohapatra, Copy Editor
March 5, 2019
AN INTERESTING TAKE “Isn’t It Romantic” puts a humorous twist on a typical romantic comedy. It is executed quite well and has the potential to appeal to all types of viewers.

“Isn’t It Romantic;” Surprisingly Not Bad

Adya Mohapatra, Copy Editor
March 5, 2019
“I Want It All” Merely Meets Expectations

“I Want It All” Merely Meets Expectations

Adya Mohapatra, Copy Editor
January 25, 2019
HEALTHCARE Free healthcare has been a great source of debate in America for decades, and recently, more talk across social media and news sources have increased that debate.

A Right to Healthcare

Adya Mohapatra, Copy Editor
January 14, 2019
ROLE OF MUSIC: As the number of music listeners in the world continues to grow, music plays a bigger and bigger role in our lives. Junior Anthony Luu says, “I think it’s decently important and something I enjoy. It’s time to kill, you can listen to it during homework, [and] it helps life go faster.”

A Tune Only You Can Hear

Adya Mohapatra, Copy Editor
December 17, 2018

We Need to Improve Our Gun Laws

Adya Mohapatra, Copy Editor
November 16, 2018
"Scott Pilgrim Vs. The World;" A Truly Underrated Movie

“Scott Pilgrim Vs. The World;” A Truly Underrated Movie

Adya Mohapatra, Copy Editor
November 9, 2018
“To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before” - Not As Good As It Seems?

“To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before” – Not As Good As It Seems?

Adya Mohapatra, Copy Editor
October 16, 2018

Girls’ Varsity Soccer Team Victorious against Woodinville

Adya Mohapatra, Copy Editor
October 9, 2018

Indonesia Earthquake and Tsunami

Adya Mohapatra, Copy Editor
October 2, 2018
WATCHING FROM AFAR This picture presents a very possible theory that many people believe in; aliens are out there and silently watching. Freshman David Adams comments, “If life more intelligent came to us, I’d be very scared. In history, those who approach always destroy.”

Maybe There Is Space for You and Me (and a Couple Aliens)

Adya Mohapatra, Copy Editor
September 28, 2018
SOON-TO-BE GRADUATE Senior Tyler Palmgren is very glad he joined Robotics at IHS as it greatly influenced his life. Palmgren says, “IHS gave me the opportunity to push myself and challenge myself and figure out what to do in college. The teachers were supportive.”

Reflection on the Memories and Change for the Better

Adya Mohapatra, Staff Writer
June 1, 2018
ROSES ARE RED Senior Kyle Yoshihara does not view himself as much of a flower person. However, he saw gifting flowers as a very nice gesture. Yoshihara says, “Giving flowers are a symbol of friends and love, so I would give it a specific meaning.”

April Showers Bring May Flowers

Adya Mohapatra, Staff Writer
May 3, 2018
IN BLOOM Gifting others flowers is a tradition that has lasted throughout the centuries. Though flower symbolism itself lost popularity, people still love to receive flowers. Flowers By Tina, a botanique, says, “Sending flowers must be one of the most special ways to brighten up someone’s day.”

[Photo] The Benefits of Napping

Sophie Kirkegaard, Editor in Chief
May 1, 2018
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