International

Chinese New Year (新年), also known as the Spring Festival (春节), is a joy-filled holiday that symbolizes a fresh start by removing the old and bad, and welcoming the new and good year. It unites society, with everyone wishing each other good fortune, prosperity, and good health. It is celebrated by gifting red envelopes, lion dances, dragon dances, family reunions, and more. But these traditions have nothing to do with Harry Potter…so what does Draco Malfoy have to do with Chin

In many countries, 13 years old is the loose norm for access to social media. Typically based on terms of service set by the social media company rather than country law, age verification systems aren’t always the most effective. If someone underage really wanted to get their own TikTok account, nothing is stopping them from just listing their birthday as above 13 on the app. ​ However, starting on December 10th, 2025, Australia officially banned anyone under the age of 16 fr

Photography by Utshaho Gupta At the time of the ELEx selection, there was one trip that caught the attention of everyone. STEM in Iceland. This trip was not only the most expensive trip out of the list, but also the one of the farthest, and the most unique. On this trip, one would go around the country with a bus; visit countless breathtaking views; and learn about the unique geographical circumstances, such as the fact that Iceland sits on the edge of two tectonic plates or

On October 26th, AIS hosted its 40th annual Worldfest. Fifty-seven countries and all inhabited continents were represented on a mild fall day behind the school. In 1980, the year of the first Worldfest, 17 of these countries did not exist as independent states, and another one of them (Germany) was split in two. Delicious food and drinks were offered at the individual booths spread throughout the fest as live music from the stage set up on the blacktop entertained the guests.

Atlanta International School recently celebrated its vibrant annual United Nations Day, a cherished event that honors the school’s multicultural spirit and commitment to global unity. This year, primary students showcased their heritage by dressing in traditional attire, transforming the campus into a vivid display of global culture. From the colorful saris of India to the elegant hanboks of Korea, each outfit represented the unique heritage of AIS’s students. Some wore color

Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to celebrate different Hispanic cultures, prominently in the United States, starting September 15 to October 15. The people who moved to the United States came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. By sharing food, history, and more, Latinos get to share their knowledge and spread it to people. This is actively celebrated during this time because many Hispanic communities have had many victories throughout these da