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San Jose State University Campus in 2013. Photo Credit: Pixabay
Why ISSH students should consider college in the USA
The University of Cambridge Campus building, UK Image credit: Pixabay
Why ISSH graduates should consider universities in the UK
Sludge content is multitasking squeezed onto a screen – except you don’t have to do anything but watch. With split screens incorporating “distraction” clips to be played simultaneously next to the original video, bursting with stimulating gameplay, slime videos, and nail art, viewers are prompted to stay and watch.
Can you read this in one go?
In an all girls’ school women are empowered to take up STEM courses
The transition from an all-girls’ school to a co-ed university
Heso Production’s “sontaku” red-steamed bun that gained widespread popularity in 2017. Image Credit: Heso Production
Redefining sontaku (忖度)
Can anyone connect with this many people? Abdul Rahman, Flickr CC by 2.0
How numbers are hindering global empathy
Racial minorities face inequalities in education while students continue to be pawns in the game of designing the perfect diverse freshman class. Image Credit: Pixabay
College Board: This data (and much more) is now available
Does the convergence of beauty standards embrace diversity, or does it perpetuate age-old stereotypes and ideals? (Image Credit: Marcelo Moreira)
Are the blurred lines of beauty embracing or perpetuating stereotypes?
An October 21, 2023 protest in Germany calling for a ceasefire and Palestinian liberation.
I live in constant fear I will lose my family
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?
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?
“A Beautiful Mind” tells the story of John Nash, a mathematician who suffered from schizophrenia. Despite receiving some criticism, it is seen as one of the films with a more accurate representation of individuals with schizophrenia. Image credit: imbd.com
Films affect how society perceives individuals living with schizophrenia
Laurel Hubbard competing in the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
The International Olympics Committee (IOC) should stand by LGBTQ+athletes
Simone Biles competing in the Women’s Balance Beam in Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
What the 2020 Olympics taught us about the impact that mental health can have on athletes
Echo-chambers of online activism are drowning out voices
Echo-chambers of online activism are drowning out voices
What makes Sofia Coppola so appealing to women around the world is that, simply, she makes them feel seen. Image credit: Alamy Stock Photo
Behind Sofia Coppola’s feminine lens
Jeremy Allen White and Ayo Edebiri in the series The Bear. Image credit: Chuck Hodes, FXP
‘The Bear’: The importance of love in an unforgiving kitchen
Olivia Rodrigos second studio album, GUTS. (Image credit: Geffen)
‘GUTS’: A step-by-step guide to the mind of a modern teenager
Theatrical release poster for 君たちはどう生きるか (How Do You Live?) (Image credit: Studio Ghibli)
‘How Do You Live’: A torrential masterpiece
Lana Del Reys ninth studio album Did You Know That Theres a Tunnel Under Ocean Blvd. Image credit: Interscope
Lana Del Rey: A deeper dive into the tunnel under Ocean Blvd
One day left: what would you do?
One day left: what would you do?
‘The Tattooist of Auschwitz’: an unforgettable story of a Holocaust survivor
‘The Tattooist of Auschwitz’: an unforgettable story of a Holocaust survivor
‘Dear Martin’: a necessary and relevant story about racism in America
‘Dear Martin’: a necessary and relevant story about racism in America
Jandy Nelsons Ill Give You the Sun
Jandy Nelson’s ‘I’ll Give You the Sun’
Harvey Weinstein being escorted out of the courtroom after the jury found him guilty of rape and sexual assault on February, 24, 2020.
Harvey Weinstein: a dark truth behind a powerful man
Watatta Hanten: Perfect imperfection
Watatta Hanten: Perfect imperfection
Chinese Cafe 8: a nostalgic encounter with authentic Chinese food in Tokyo
Chinese Cafe 8: a nostalgic encounter with authentic Chinese food in Tokyo
From trend to neglect
From trend to neglect
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!
Image credit: Juho K
The greenwashing crisis
Watatta Hanten: Perfect imperfection
Watatta Hanten: Perfect imperfection
Chinese Cafe 8: a nostalgic encounter with authentic Chinese food in Tokyo
Chinese Cafe 8: a nostalgic encounter with authentic Chinese food in Tokyo
Circular economy is a way to recreate the supply chain and create a sustainable economy.
elab promotes sustainability through “the power of food”
Photo credit: Prasha S.
Coffee beyond Starbucks
Restaurants and cafes worth visiting in Tokyo
Restaurants and cafes worth visiting in Tokyo
Sacred Heart bicycle racks. (Image by Allysha Y.)
Our environmental impact during the pandemic
Students participating in the UN Virtual Tour.
Hits and Misses: Adaptations
Harry Styles performs “Watermelon Sugar” at the Tiny Desk Studio on February 25th, 2020.
Hits and Misses: staying home
Lili M. (11) is making the most of learning from home during the extended closure.
E-learning Hits and Misses
Winter Hits and Misses
Winter Hits and Misses
Nana Pearson on the beach at La Jolla, CA, 2017.
Thank you, Nana
Sister Wachter
Sister Wachter
Headmistress Hayes
Headmistress Hayes
Mr. Millam
Mr. Millam
Dr. Millam
Dr. Millam
Trust your instinct!- Elena K.
“Trust your instinct!- Elena K.
Dont Stress too much - Eri I. (23)
“Don’t Stress too much” – Eri I. (’23)
Realize the little things - Mikaela O. (23)
“Realize the little things” – Mikaela O. (’23)
Surround yourself with people who inspire you- Payton O. (23)
“Surround yourself with people who inspire you”- Payton O. (’23)
Talk to your upperclassmen- Prathika R. (23)
“Talk to your upperclassmen”- Prathika R. (’23)

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Eimi S.('22), HOSH editor

Fully Japanese, Eimi moved to Japan from Taiwan at the age of 7. She is a huge animal lover...animal fanatic? Her favorite hobbies and interests include listening to music, drawing, reading, and pestering her father and sister. She is excited to be writing for the International!

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Echo-chambers of online activism are drowning out voices

Echo-chambers of online activism are drowning out voices

Eimi S.('22), Miki M.('22), and Mary C.('22)
June 9, 2021
photo credit: Netflix

Does “The Queen’s Gambit” glamorize substance abuse?

Eimi S.('22), Editor of Hits and Misses
May 5, 2021
KPOP entertainment companies face criticism for cultural appropriation

KPOP entertainment companies face criticism for cultural appropriation

Eimi S.('22)
December 16, 2020
Radioactive soil is packed into black plastic bags.

A road divided: Fukushima’s recovery from the 2011 Tōhoku earthquake

Eimi S.('22)
June 4, 2020
E-learning: e for efficient?

E-learning: e for efficient?

Eimi S.('22)
May 14, 2020
A testament to our modern world

A testament to our modern world

Eimi S.('22)
February 27, 2020
A Sea Shepherd protest against whaling in front of a Japanese embassy in London in 2010.

Cultural controversy or health risk?

Eimi S.('22)
December 12, 2019
Toki Seven Tea

Toki Seven Tea

Eimi S.('22), Staff Writer
September 26, 2019
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