Decoder: Passion for cricket pulls together warring parties
In South Asia, decades-long animosities divide nations and the people within them. Cricket operates on a different plane and that’s something all can agree on.
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High-achieving teens prioritize schoolwork and extracurricular activities. Who has time to sleep? But by flipping that scenario, could they achieve more?
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Decoder: The ripple effects in Asia of Trump’s war on Iran
With the eyes of the world focused on the Strait of Hormuz, what is happening between China and its neighbors is largely ignored. That’s a mistake.
Decoder Replay: The world celebrates the world we live on
For Earth Day, we talk to the person who started the annual celebration to begin with. We learn that the best weapon for fighting climate change is education.
Decoder Replay: Why be judged?
Who doesn’t want to be Best in Show? But all those who compete in talent and skill contests prove themselves to be a breed apart.
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The stories that stood out
A panel of three judges read dozens of articles produced by News Decoder students. These are the ones that wowed them.
Decoder Replay: Why be judged?
Who doesn’t want to be Best in Show? But all those who compete in talent and skill contests prove themselves to be a breed apart.
The stories that most resonated with our readers
Where could you find popes, snakes and soccer players all in one place? On the pages of News Decoder this past year. Explore our most-read stories of 2025.