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Vaughn Battista

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According to Psychology Today, professional treatment helped depressed people feel better in nearly 80% of cases. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/

Oversimplifying depression leads to harmful stigmas

Vaughn Battista
May 7, 2020
Director Bong Joon-ho’s “Parasite” started as a little-known Korean film and has garnered accolades at the Cannes Film Festival and grew into an international success, winning Best Picture at the 92nd Academy Awards.

“Parasite” movie leaves viewers laughing and at the edge of their seats

Vaughn Battista
March 9, 2020
Streaming allows for experimental artists to bypass traditional mediums to gain popularity, not having to compromise their vision to get played on the radio. Only in 2019 could Tyler the Creator’s genre-bending, innovative album “IGOR” reach #1 on the Billboard charts over international superstar DJ Khaled’s radio-friendly, formulaic album “Father of Asahd.”

Older generations wrongfully criticize rising pop culture

Vaughn Battista
March 9, 2020
“Joker” follows Arthur Fleck, a struggling clown who aspires to become a stand-up comedian but is held back by mental illness. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/

“Joker” film casts light on mental illnesses

Vaughn Battista
November 15, 2019
Although manufacturers created e-cigarettes to help guide consumers to a "healthier" alternative, 11.4% of adult users had never been cigarrete smokers, according to Truth Initiative. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/

Vape manufacturers to take a hit from e-cigarette ban

Vaughn Battista
November 15, 2019
While many student runs events are successful each year, some students ideas do not reach this due to lack of administration approval.

Students face delays in event approval

Vaughn Battista
June 20, 2019
Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Senator Ed Markey speak at the Capital Building during February 2019.

Climate changes under AOC

Vaughn Battista
May 10, 2019
Donald Trump and Mike Pence speak before an immigration policy speech in Phoenix, AZ. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/

Leftists should oppose Trump impeachment

Vaughn Battista
March 15, 2019
Actress Olivia Colman plays Queen Anne in "The Favorite." https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/

“The Favorite” brings different perspective, gains mixed reviews

Vaughn Battista
January 25, 2019
The Peterson Institute for International Economics found a strong correlation between diversity and an improved work environment.

Diversity dominates discussion, lacking in the workplace

Vaughn Battista
November 21, 2018
Kanye West gets cash through controversy

Kanye West gets cash through controversy

Vaughn Battista
June 15, 2018
Online journalism proves a powerful informant

Online journalism proves a powerful informant

Vaughn Battista
May 4, 2018
There has been speculation that Oprah is considering running for presidential election in 2022.

Celebrities in Washington: Stay in Hollywood or get political experience

Vaughn Battista
March 2, 2018
Eminem performs at the Concert for Valor, and is among the artists who criticize Trump.

Celebrity activists change little in politics

Vaughn Battista
December 16, 2017
Climate.org said that one of the most dire effects of climate change is the rising of sea levels.

Climate change needs more than government recognition

Vaughn Battista
December 16, 2017
Photo obtained from Wikimedia Commons, the free media repository, through Creative Commons.

Hollywood can use films to spread politic ideas

Vaughn Battista
April 19, 2017
Felicity Jones stars as Jyn Erso in the film.

‘Rogue One: A Star Wars Story’ leaves viewers wanting more

Vaughn Battista
January 17, 2017
Christmas has turned into a commercial holiday according to CHS Students.

‘It’s all about the commercial’

Vaughn Battista
December 22, 2016
Hacksaw Ridge: A Review

Hacksaw Ridge: A Review

Vaughn Battista
November 28, 2016
Students participated in the CHS Mock Election Debate.

The problem with the political divide

Vaughn Battista
November 9, 2016
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