Social media is supposed to connect us. But endless scrolling through posts leaves many feeling disconnected. Two people grasp hands in solidarity. Illustration by News Decoder. This article, by high school student Paige Pointer was produced out of News Decoder’s...
As rising sea levels force migration of people, the languages they speak can get dispersed and die out. (Illustration by News Decoder) This article, by high school student Arya Sharma was produced out of News Decoder’s school partnership program and won an Honorable...
In academia, a cookie-cutter approach to teaching and learning doesn’t always work when students come from diverse geographic regions, cultures and ethnicities. University students in a classroom. (Credit: ferrantraite/Getty Images Signature) This article, by...
Nepotism has a bad name because it gives an unfair advantage to those with connections. But isn’t it natural to get a helping hand from friends or family? A sign for a casting call. (Credit: Ryan Kawailani Ozawa) This article, by high school student Chloe Abel...
Critics of grade inflation argue that it cheats students who work hard for grades. But to others, letters don’t represent the many ways a student can excel. A school essay with a grade of A+. (Credit: Africa images) This article, by high school student Stella...
Many factors contribute to weight problems, including inactivity and diet. To keep kids healthy we need to assess them by more than a weight scale. A group of children race each other. (Illustration by News Decoder) This article, by high school student Katie Payne was...
When groups try to keep books off library shelves, they close off young people to new worlds and perspectives. A young girl looks at books in a library. (Photo illustration by News Decoder, with image by Weekend Images Inc./Getty Signature Images) This article, by...
With climate change snow packs are disappearing. If we don’t do something to slow it down, the idea of flying down a mountain will be a thing of the past. Switzerland’s Michelle Gisin speeds down the course during an alpine ski, Women’s World Cup...
People spend big on megaconcerts. But the audience for local music is shrinking and local clubs are disappearing. Indie rock band Oracle Sisters in concert at Sala Sol, in Madrid 24 March 2025. (Photo by Cathal O’Luanaigh) This article, by high school student...
Across the world, schools are banning phones. But parents want to keep connected to their kids and students and some teachers find they can enhance learning. Two teens look at a phone in a classroom. (Illustration by News Decoder) This article, by high school...