The International

The International

The International

Media lacked multi-dimensional queer characters, representing to ‘check diversity boxes’

Photo by James A. Molnar on Unsplash
Have we moved past the gay best friend?
Khwaish J. (‘24), Viewpoint Editor
Asteroid City: Wes Andersons absurdist masterpiece
Asteroid City: Wes Anderson's absurdist masterpiece
Angela S. ('24), Arts and Entertainment editor
With the record low acceptance rates, college admissions seem to be an unwinnable game.
Authenticity: Will it help you get into college?
Namya K. (‘25)
As colleges become test-optional and the prevalence of grade inflation increases, elite universities have adopted a holistic process that includes one elusive element: authenticity. 
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With the record low acceptance rates, college admissions seem to be an unwinnable game.
Authenticity: Will it help you get into college?
Namya K. (‘25)
As colleges become test-optional and the prevalence of grade inflation increases, elite universities have adopted a holistic process that includes one elusive element: authenticity. 
A TASSEL student gives a welcoming speech for the volunteers.
The impact of TASSEL
Juho K. (‘26), Kayla A. ('26)
This summer, three ISSH students, four alumni, and 22 other dedicated volunteers traveled to Cambodia from Japan, Singapore, South Korea, the United States, and Norway with TASSEL for one sole purpose: to spread love and education to students who truly need it.
Within the G7, Japan stands alone as the only nation to ban dual nationality.
Japan takes a controversial stance with dual nationality ban
Yuki K. (‘26)
In February 2023, an appeal was made by a group of people who claimed that Japan’s dual nationality ban violated the country’s laws. Nonetheless, the Tokyo High Court declared that holding dual nationalities could lead to conflicts between countries. The appeal was dismissed, and the voices of dual citizens were left unheard.
The pressure that comes with successful parents
The pressure that comes with successful parents
Namya K. (‘25) and Yoshina O. (’25)
While all types of students face at least some type of parental pressure, the pressure that comes with highly successful parents is unique, and is often seen at ISSH. 
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Media lacked multi-dimensional queer characters, representing to ‘check diversity boxes’

Photo by James A. Molnar on Unsplash
Have we moved past the gay best friend?
Khwaish J. (‘24), Viewpoint Editor
Although queer representation is at an all-time high, and we are seeing more multi-layered complex queer characters in media today, there is still a need to continue advocating for better and widespread representation. 
No one wants to listen to what opposing sides have to say, and refusing to listen is indeed a form of silencing. 
For GenZ not all voices are valid 
Aditi A. (‘24)
GenZ loves diversity in race, sexuality, gender, and identity, political views? Not so much.  Cancel culture has taken social media platforms by storm, and everybody is afraid of it.
Multi Generational collaboration in the work place by Flickr
First step in becoming an innovative society: closing generations gaps
Jimin S. ('27)
Workplaces that embrace age diversity are much more effective.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi meeting Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, of the United Kingdom, in London in 2015.
When the colonial mindset rears its ugly head
Aditi A. (‘24)
Following the release of the BBC’s two part documentary on the current Indian prime minister Narendra Modi and his role in the 2002 Gujarat Riots, controversy sparks on the intentions of the broadcast. What are the implications of an entity like the BBC reporting on and analyzing human rights issues in India?
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Asteroid City: Wes Andersons absurdist masterpiece
Asteroid City: Wes Anderson's absurdist masterpiece
Angela S. ('24), Arts and Entertainment editor
Wes Anderson’s “Asteroid City” contains the unique humor and beauty seen in his other films while being extremely touching, relatable, and thought-provoking.
The live-action ‘Mulan’ featuring its main actors in promotional poster 
Image Credits: The Walt Disney Company
The rise, the fall, and the messages within the live-action ‘Mulan’
Karen L. ('26)
What was so different about the live-action adaptation of “Mulan,” however, was not what they chose to take out, but what messages and values they chose to include. 
Image credit: Marvel Studios
A family-ar genre takes a spin on someone else’s bike in ‘Black Widow’
Renae G. ('25)
Audiences walk into action movies anticipating rushing whitewater rapids of backflips and chases, rather than of tears and soul. Yet, Marvel’s “Black Widow” leaps out of that current and creates its own flood of breathless thrill and heart.
Taylor Swifts tenth studio album Midnights. Image credit: Republic
I met Taylor Swift at midnight
Aya N. ('25)
A walk through the midnight rain with Swift's tenth album
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From trend to neglect
From trend to neglect
Linda L. ('26)
The pandemic has brought a significant surge in compulsive online shopping, driven by the desire for a small moment of joy, stress relief, and the lure of social media. Unfortunately, this surge has resulted in fluctuating purchases of non-essential items, leaving most purchases unopened and neglected, ultimately leading to wasted money and cluttered homes. 
Got some change?  Spend your spare coins in these affordable 100 yen shops!
Got some change? Spend your spare coins in these affordable 100 yen shops!
Alexis N. (‘25)
Would you like to explore the different options of one-coin shops? Here are four recommendations that you can consider visiting. 
Innisfree’s paper bottle product reveals plastic when cut open.
The greenwashing crisis
Juho K. (‘26)
Can we trust corporations to be completely honest about their eco-friendly claims?
Is your money for others going to the right place?
Is your money for others going to the right place?
Narim J. (’26)
People have come up with ways to trick people online. They use fake accounts on social media that look like a charity open for donations concerning the events happening around the world.
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Sarakshi S. (‘24), Editor of HOSH
Headmistress Hayes
Headmistress Hayes
Sarakshi S. (‘24), Editor of HOSH
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