"Did you see that the UV was 9 today?" Depending on who you are, this statement could spark two vastly different reactions. If you're a dermatologist, your first thought would be to lather up in sunscreen and urge others to reapply by the hour. But...

Since the first Olympics in Athens, sports have been a way to bring people together, creating a bond through competition. Athletics allow a sense of community and commonality, creating relationships that push one both as a competitor and a person. Summer-league...

Alexa Maxwell was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota and began her dance training at the age of four at Deanne’s Dance Studio. She later studied dance at other schools before enrolling at the Minnesota Dance Theatre for two years, where her teachers included...

Gaza is experiencing one of the world’s worst humanitarian catastrophes. United Nations (UN) agencies and aid monitors warn that the entire population of 2.1 million Gazans now faces acute food insecurity classified in IPC Phase 3 (Crisis) or above,...

On June 21, President Trump launched a bombing attack against three Iranian nuclear sites, joining Israel in its military effort to stop Tehran from acquiring nuclear weapons. Two days later, he announced a ceasefire between Israel and Iran; the Iranian...

Emily Bufferd is the Producer of The Young Choreographer’s Festival, an annual NYC event presenting the most up-and-coming 18-25yr old choreographers, described by Dance Spirit Magazine as, ”The perfect way to get inspired.”. An Educator in NYC...

After months of arduous studying, the relief felt by AP students in mid-May – finally able to close every Khan Academy tab, sit back during class time and regain some normality within their sleep schedules – is fleeting. The stress of studying for...

The Cherry Hill High School East boys lacrosse team (Updated: 8-11) clinched their ticket to the Quarterfinal round with a 12-5 victory over Williamstown (8-10). The Cougars were able to stay intact and manage to win on a cold, rainy day, as a team.  “We...

As is tradition, Eastside has devoted its June issue to the seniors. However, what makes this issue so different from other years' June issues is its interactivity.  Senior superlatives are spread throughout 40 pages, and readers won't just see the names...

The animated Disney classic “Lilo & Stitch” has gained significant popularity since its release in 2002, becoming a fan favorite among movie lovers. The movie is set in Hawaii, following a little girl, Lilo, and her destructive alien “dog”,...

Katarina is a coloratura soprano/belter, a tapping jazzerina ballerina and an actress comfortable playing both comedy and drama. She began dancing at the age of 2, voice training at the age of 7, and acting training at the age of 12. She persistently...

The Trump administration has voiced their interests in suspending the writ of habeas corpus amid its crackdown on immigration. The statement has caused dissent throughout the U.S., and for good reason: Habeas corpus means “you shall have the body”...

A walkout in protest of Vice Principal Dr. David Francis-Maurer’s dismissal for the 2025-2026 school year occurred between 9:45 a.m. and 10:27 a.m. on Monday, May 19, at the Cherry Hill High School East football field. Approximately 900 students...