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More than three thousand people gathered in front of the gate of Camp Schwab in Nago, Okinawa to protest against building a new U.S. military base in Henoko.
Okinawans call for justice as delays and obstruction fuel public frustration
Breaking down the gender wealth gap
Breaking down the gender wealth gap
Primary wing of Adarsha Saula Yubak Higher Secondary School, Bhainsipati, Lalitpur, Nepal. NayanTara Gurung Kakshapati Flickr. CC BY-NC-ND 2.0
Combatting period poverty in Nepal to empower girls’ education
Extinction, wildfires, droughts, floods — relentless environmental destruction flashing across our screens and headlines is an everyday unavoidable reality. In the midst of this turmoil, one might pause and wonder: what can truly be done in the face of such colossal challenges? fedrelena, Pixabay
Navigating eco-grief in times of climate crisis
San Jose State University Campus in 2013. Photo Credit: Pixabay
Why ISSH students should consider college in the USA
Japan is widely regarded as a safe nation, but this perception masks a deeper issue: the country’s intolerance towards those who are simply different from Japanese mainstream society.
Japan must accept refugees, not create them
Tokyo’s rapid urbanization made allocating sufficient green space within the densely populated neighborhoods challenging.
A costless escape from urban stress: parks
The innocent victims of war
The innocent victims of war
This problem of maturity and age causes a drastic contrast between Gen Z and Gen Alpha—one generation struggling with the stress of adulthood while the other wishes to become older than they are. Alex Green, Pexels
Generational dynamics in the digital age
Can anyone connect with this many people? Abdul Rahman, Flickr CC by 2.0
How numbers are hindering global empathy
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
Pay to View
Pay to View
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 Rodrigo's 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
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 Nelson's 'I'll 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
The best of Cezars Kitchen
The best of Cezars Kitchen
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!
The best of Cezars Kitchen
The best of Cezars Kitchen
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
Nurse Meaghan
Nurse Meaghan
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
"Trust your instinct!- Elena K.
“Trust your instinct!- Elena K.
"Don't 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)

The International

The International
Postcards from the Class of 2014

Postcards from the Class of 2014

Yasmim, Editor
November 1, 2014
Mr. Percovich holding the skateboard to be raffled

Skateistan: Empowering Afghani Children

Yasmim, Editor
October 16, 2014
The staircase railings gleaming with fresh coats of paint. Original photo: Reshma

ISSH Renovations Surprise Returning Students

Reshma, Staff Writer
September 11, 2014
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