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The Current

The student newspaper of Ossining High School

The Current

The student newspaper of Ossining High School

The Current

In this photo taken, Aug. 1, 2013, demonstrators protesting what they say are low wages and improper treatment for fast-food workers march in downtown Seattle. In an interview with The Associated Press, Mayor Mike McGinn said he thought $15 was a “fair starting point” for the minimum wage discussion. McGinn challenger Ed Murray recently announced that he would push for a $15 minimum wage but planned to proceed with a phased-in approach. Washington already has the nations highest state minimum wage at $9.19 an hour. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson, File)

Controversy Over $15 Hour Minimum Wage

Darwin Arias, Features Editor April 26, 2016

Minimum wage has been in the discussion of many economists across the nation. New York and California have pressed similar efforts towards raising the statewide minimum wage to $15 an hour for employees...

Chris Rocks Handling Of The Oscars

Chris Rock’s Handling Of The Oscars

Diana Kennedy, Staff Writer March 16, 2016

The 2016 Oscars was one to remember, partly because of Chris Rock’s impeccable comedic skills, and also because Leonardo finally nabbed that Oscar (unfortunately the notorious meme is dead now). The...

Heroin In Westchester High Schools

Heroin In Westchester High Schools

Diana Kennedy, Staff Writer February 24, 2016

Heroin use has recently been on the rise among high school students and young adults living in Westchester, alarming an abundance of parents and government officials. In the past year alone, nine students...

How will teens grow up without fear in such a dangerous world?

How will teens grow up without fear in such a dangerous world?

Lorenzo Muranelli, Staff Writer January 5, 2016

The world is a dynamic place. Problems of the world are vast and ever-changing. Teenagers are often criticised, labeled as ignorant, and largely ignored by the rest of society. The modern era of teenagers...

Underwater Hotels Surfacing Worldwide

Underwater Hotels Surfacing Worldwide

Diana Kennedy, Staff Writer December 17, 2015

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to stay in an underwater hotel? Well this dream may soon become a reality with innovations hitting tropical locations around the world. These new vacation retreats...

Nintendo Expands Their Gaming Platforms, Achieves World Domination

Nintendo Expands Their Gaming Platforms, Achieves World Domination

Calvin Brewster, Features Editor November 20, 2015

The billion dollar company, Nintendo,  has been around for more than 30 years making a plethora of both handheld and home gaming systems. Between the GameCube, Wii, and Nintendo DSi, this company has...

Social Media Consumption

Social Media Consumption

Aliyah Bashir and Lexi Rudley November 19, 2015

Without a doubt, social media is contributing more and more to our daily lifestyle. From our selfies on Instagram to our “artsy” snapchats of the sunset, teens using these sites are more in tact with...

Life Saving ‘Frozen Zoo’ In The Works

Calvin Brewster, Features Editor October 20, 2015

Every year, thousands of species go extinct on account of human interference with their habitats. Between deforestation and hunting, these endangered animals stand no chance against potentially being permanently...

Global Peace Foundation Hosts International Young Leaders Assembly at the UN

Global Peace Foundation Hosts International Young Leaders Assembly at the UN

Soon il Higashino, Illustrator September 22, 2015

At the very center of New York City is the United Nations Headquarters, where assemblies gather in its many conference buildings throughout the year. The UN Headquarters is a pivotal place for people from...

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