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Back to Articles Science & Technology Back to Sections An Athletic Humanoid Robot Named “Atlas” By Carolina Grace Figueroa Volume 2 Issue 2 November 19, 2021 Image provided by I will Always Write Back Boston Dynamics, a robotics company in Massachusetts, developed a bipedal humanoid robot, meaning with two legs, named Atlas. Atlas is 5 feet tall, weighs 190 pounds, is very athletic, demonstrates human agility, and was unveiled to the public in July 2013. Since its reveal, Atlas has learned to run, walk, leap, jump over logs, and even haul 25 pounds. Atlas uses sensors to balance on one leg, can navigate rough and uneven terrain including grass and snow, can climb independently using its arms and legs, and can turn 180 degrees while jumping. In September 2019, Atlas demonstrated the ability to perform a fluid floor routine in gymnastics, including handstands, cartwheels, tumbles, and somersaults. In December 2020, Atlas exhibited agility and balance while performing a dance routine to the song “Do You Love Me” and showed it can even do “The Twist” dance move. And most recently, in August 2021, engineers have taught Atlas to do parkour, which is the art of moving from one place to another using obstacles. Atlas was taught to do many parkour tricks including backflips, jumps on slanted platforms, and routines on balance beams and vaults. You can catch sight of Atlas in action by watching videos of the robot’s routines on YouTube. Atlas is a research platform for whole-body robotic mobility. Its advanced control system and state-of-the-art hardware make Atlas the world’s most dynamic humanoid athlete robot. Lead engineer at Boston Dynamic Scott Kuindersma and his engineering team taught Atlas how to pick itself up from a fall and how to dance to a pop song. However, Kuindersma believes that Atlas is still at a disadvantage compared to a human, claiming “if you or I were to vault over a barrier, we would take advantage of certain properties of our bodies that would not translate to the robot. For example, the robot has no spine or shoulder blades, so it doesn’t have the same range of motion that you or I do.” Amazingly, this team has created robots with human-like 3D printed body parts whose movements mimic humans with a high degree of accuracy, grace, and agility. To teach Atlas its new tricks, a set of rules, called an algorithm, was created by the team for the robot’s onboard computers to follow. The algorithms reason through complex dynamic interactions involving the whole body and environment to plan movements. The team then watched how the robot performed and tweaked the algorithm as a result. There were many failed attempts before Atlas successfully completed the parkour course for the first time. According to Wikipedia, Atlas is “custom battery-powered and hydraulically activated with 20 degrees of freedom. It has RGB cameras and depth sensors [that] provide input to its control system. All the computation required for control perception and estimation [happens] in three onboard computers.” Atlas has an advanced control system that enables highly diverse and agile locomotion; however, the team has not yet found a suitable power source to fuel this robot. In the future, robots like Atlas could one day be used for search-and-rescue missions in places where parkour moves are useful for navigating obstacles. These robots will be intended to aid emergency services in search-and-rescue operations, performing tasks such as opening doors, shutting off valves, and operating powered equipment where humans could not survive. Atlas robots are evolving every year. It is fascinating, yet frightening, to know that robots can now dance like humans, climb into and drive a utility vehicle, connect a hose to a pipe, open a door, and climb a ladder. Who knows what Atlas robots will be able to do in 2030, but I am excited to see! BACK TO TOP

Back to Articles Polaris Back to Sections In a Brown Study By Osaiyekemwen Ogbemudia Volume 1 Issue 4 January 20, 2021 Image provided by AADA A thought is ignored, what happens? Does it deteriorate before its brethren? Disappear, ousted by the rest. Or reside and feed, Craving dominance throughout its host. Does the razor-sharp pang flash past? Or linger, bubbling like a burn. The mind’s keloid rises scabbily smooth. Maybe it fades, suddenly rising as a phoenix And fortifying from the flames Or does it just wither as a purposeless enigma? BACK TO TOP

Back to Articles News Back to Sections The 2024 Presidential Election Sahar Ali Volume 5 Issue 2 November 25, 2024 Image Provided by Elaine Ching The 2024 Presidential Election The moment we wait for every four years is on Tuesday, November 5th, 2024, when all eligible Americans can cast their vote for the next President of the United States of America. This year’s candidates are Republican Former President Donald Trump, and Democrat Vice President Kamala Harris. The 2024 presidential election is going to be a close one. According to 270toWin, many states are closely split between the Republican and Democratic candidates. Although both candidates have a good shot at winning the election, they have many different views about key issues including abortion and immigration. To better understand Trump and Harris’s opinions on these issues, it is vital to understand the political backgrounds of their parties. The Republicans Donald Trump, the Republican candidate, represents the more conservative ideals. Essentially, the Republican Party is not as liberal when compared to the Democratic party in terms of social policies. However, the party favors a laissez-faire economy, in which the government is more laid back and does not interfere as much by regulating the free-market system. The Democrats Kamala Harris, the Democratic candidate who replaced President Joe Biden in the race, represents a more liberal aspect of democracy. Historically, the democratic party has supported government intervention in the economy and continues to stand today as a part of the Democratic Party’s policies. Abortion During his time campaigning, Donald Trump has been inconsistent with his point of view regarding abortion. The Republican Party is more conservative with 57% of its members asserting that abortion “should be illegal in all or most cases” (Pew Research Center). His opponent, Kamala Harris, claims that Trump will enforce a nationwide abortion ban, which Trump claims he will not do. According to CBS News, Trump favors abortion in the cases of rape, incest or when the life of the mother is at risk. Trump also claims that his “administration will be great for women and their reproductive rights” (CBS News). Trump does face backlash from conservatives when he claims he is somewhat in favor of abortion; therefore, understanding his stance on abortion is muddy. Kamala Harris, on the other hand, has made the issue of abortion a major aspect of her campaign as she stands for women’s choice regarding their bodies. Harris stated during her campaigning, “Ours is a fight for the future and it is a fight for freedom, like the freedom of a woman to make decisions about her own body and not have her government tell her what to do” (CBS News). Harris’s stance on abortion is obvious as she claims that she would not allow an abortion ban to be signed into law; she also claims that when Congress passes a bill to restore reproductive rights throughout the nation, she will sign it. Immigration After the inconsistencies with immigration policies in the Biden Administration, Trump, if elected, intends to make immigration stricter and plans to carry out “the largest domestic deportation operation in American history” (Peterson Institute for International Economics). Trump also plans to end birthright citizenship for children of undocumented immigrants; this means that if undocumented parents have a child in the United States, the child will not automatically be a citizen. He also plans to deport pro-Palestinian student protestors along with their visas and abolish humanitarian parole. Trump also plans to extend his wall at the border between the United States and Mexico to prevent illegal immigrants from crossing the border (Peterson Institute for International Economics). Like Joe Biden, Kamala Harris acknowledges the fact that the American immigration system has holes in it which require patching. She claims that the US immigration system “needs to be repaired, and we are working on that in a way that we establish a safe, humane and orderly immigration system at the border” (Peterson Institute for International Economics). According to the Peterson Insititute for International Economics, Harris differs from Trump in that she hopes to increase asylum eligibility as well as increase pathways to legal immigration. Although both candidates differ in their thought processes, it is up to Americans to make their choice on who they hope to see in office for the next four years. Remember to conduct research on the candidate you are voting for; not only does it increase an individual’s knowledge of current events, but understanding why you are voting for a certain candidate makes one a smarter voter. After all, the presidential election comes every four years, giving us citizens the ability to voice our opinions through our ballots. SOURCES: 2024 Presidential Election Polls: Harris vs. Trump - 270toWin Republican Party | Definition, History, & Beliefs | Britannica Trump and Harris' views on abortion and IVF access, explained - CBS News Trump vs. Harris on immigration: Future policy proposals | PIIE Public Opinion on Abortion | Pew Research Center\ Trump vows to end birthright citizenship for children of unauthorized immigrants if he wins in 2024 - CBS News BACK TO TOP

Back to Articles News Back to Sections NCOD By Eva Grace Martinez Volume 2 Issue 1 October 8, 2021 Image provided by Keith Harring Hey everyone! Welcome back to Volume 2, Issue 1 of the North Star. My name is Grace Martinez, and besides editing for the fiction and creative section, * Polaris* , for North Star, you can find me running The Alliance club. The Alliance is North’s organization for LGBTQ+ individuals and is genuinely a great space. If you’re interested in checking us out, we meet every other Monday in room 309. Thankfully, however, I’m not just here to pitch The Alliance to all of you. I’m here to explain one of the most important days in The Alliance’s calendar: National Coming Out Day. National Coming Out Day (NCOD) began in 1988 thanks to Robert Eichberg and Jean O'Leary, two prominent LGBTQ+ rights activists. The two of them were interested in creating a day where all people within the community could celebrate who they are and rise above hate speech and homophobia. 33 years later, while homophobic attitudes are still rooted in the soil of many areas across the world, NCOD has become a bastion of hope and pride for many community members. October 11th was chosen to commemorate the Second National March on Washington for Lesbian and Gay Rights, which took place on the same day a year prior. NCOD is a day that is always full of hope and joy for me, and unlike Christmas, it can sometimes come early! Eagle-eyed readers may spot that our NCOD posters this year proclaim the 8th as the day to celebrate and not the 11th. This is simply because we are off on the 11th for Columbus/Indigenous Peoples Day, but hey, there’s no shame in celebrating twice! If you plan to come out on NCOD, I would first like to say that I, along with the rest of The Alliance, are incredibly proud of you! Coming out is a huge step, and we commend you for feeling comfortable enough with yourself to share it with others. Yet, I would also like to remind you that for the best NCOD possible, you must first make sure it is safe to come out. If you fear that coming out may put you in any sort of danger, it may be best to reevaluate your situation and plan your coming out for another time. If you don’t plan to come out on NCOD, I am proud of you as well! Learning who you are is a challenging process, and you are not obligated to share this process with anyone if you do not want to. If you are an ally of this NCOD, make sure that you show your support. Having a friend trust you enough to share a huge part of themselves is exceptional, and you don’t want to break this trust with an accidentally insensitive remark. If you can’t figure out exactly what to say in the moment, here’s a quick “cheat sheet” of appropriate and kind responses: 1. “Thank you so much for telling me. I appreciate your trust!” 2. “Good for you, I’m proud of you!” 3. “This doesn’t change a thing; you’re still my friend!” Allies, make sure to check in on who else knows about your friend who has just come out; outing someone is a big deal and can cause a severe threat to someone’s safety and reputation. Lastly, suppose you find yourself confused about terminology or anything related to NCOD; you are welcome to ask a friend who has come out to you (as long as you are respectful of their boundaries), or you could also attend the next meeting of The Alliance. I hope to see you there! P.S. If you are looking for me this NCOD, you can find me decked out in as much rainbow as I can find in my closet (aka my old home). BACK TO TOP

Back to Articles Polaris Back to Sections What is bullying/cyberbullying? By Catherine Duong Volume 2 Issue 2 November 19, 2021 Image provided by Observatory of Educational Institution According to StopBullying.Gov Bullying/cyberbullying is unwanted, aggressive behavior that involves a real or perceived power imbalance. The behavior is repeated, or has the potential to be repeated, over time. Both the bully and victim may have serious, lasting problems. Bullying can be physical, i.e., hitting or kicking. It can also be verbal, i.e., taunting or threatening. Lastly, bullying can be social, like spreading personal or confidential information. Bullying can cause anxiety, and depression which leads to some victims of bullying avoiding school. Studies show that 1 in 5 kids are bullied, and 32% of students said they were victims of online harassment. Standing up to a bully can help you deal with their actions; however, you can also go to a trusted adult, and they can help you handle the situation. This short story is an example of one way to counteract bullying. When I was candle running1 at Daylight Prairie2, I saw a small group of sky players standing together at one of the corners of the map. I was curious and I flew to the small group, then lifted them up to see what they looked like. The small one has the appearance of a moth3, having a brown cape, default pants, and hair. The other two on the opposite side of the tiny moth seemed to be veteran players, wearing unique cosmetics4. I saw the veterans mocking the moth by copying the same emotes5 and then using a laugh emote to insult them. I could not hear what they said at once due to game mechanics which require a table for conversation. Once I realized what was happening, I created one so that we could speak, Once I could hear them, my suspicions were proven correct. I heard countless insults like: “You poor moth! Must be so broke that you don’t have any friends!” and “There is no way for you to get up to our level.” The moth was silent after their insult, but I knew the player behind the screen was upset. I had to act. This game was built to make friends, not tear each other down! “Hey, it’s not nice of you two to bully this player. They probably just started the game, and you are setting a bad example of how experienced players should act.” Once I typed and sent the message, I did the scolding emote and got my character to cross her arms to express how I felt. The two were quiet for a few seconds, looking at one another before texting back at my response. “Whatever. We were trying to help.” “Trying to help? You are insulting them!” After I finished my message, the two veterans abruptly left. Silently, the moth left soon after. Sadly, I never had the chance to give them advice, but hopefully stopping those bullies made the new players experience just a little bit better! Keywords: Candle Running – a process to collect wax from candles placed all around the realms Daylight Prairie – The second realm in Sky: CotL; known to be the most sociable realm between players Moth – A name given to inexperienced players on Sky: Children of the Light (CotL); wearing default cosmetics provided at the start of the game. Cosmetics – clothing and accessories that bought with candles and hearts from traveling spirits (TS) and spirits to customize your looks for your character Emotes – to express to another player with a click of a button a specific action/emotion BACK TO TOP

Back to Articles Sports Back to Sections Professional Sports' Response to the Corona Virus By John McCarthy Volume 1 Issue 2 November 24, 2020 Image provided by Al Belo COVID-19 has had a major impact on multiple aspects of our lives. The response to the virus is a dividing issue that strengthens or weakens the faith in a system. The question surrounding every school, business, and state, has been whether to reopen their facilities or to remain closed to prevent the spread of the virus. Have professional sports leagues dropped the ball in their COVID-19 responses? Sports fans are emphatic about the fact that once again, professional sports are being played. We love watching and talking about the excitement, competition, and tradition of our favorite teams and players. Although viewer engagement and money flow through sports once again, coronavirus cases are a common occurrence, especially in the contact sports. There have been many cases of players and staff members contracting COVID-19. On the grand stage, every decision and repercussion is amplified for league officials. Each of the Big 4 leagues, the MLB, NFL, NBA, and NHL, have given players and staff the choice to opt-out of activities because of coronavirus concerns, but does the operation of the leagues themselves eschew the severity of COVID-19? The Los Angeles Dodgers recently won the 2020 World Series over the Tampa Bay Rays after a shortened sixty game season. After the seventh inning of game six of the World Series, Dodgers’ third baseman Justin Turner was taken out of the game because he tested positive for the coronavirus. The Dodgers went on to win the game and the series. A World Series celebration typically consists of a dog pile on the pitcher’s mound followed by popping champagne, and there was no exception this year. A beautiful and crazy moment for the franchise, winning their first championship in 32 years. Justin Turner participated in the celebration, hugging his teammates and coaches without proper PPE (Dave Roberts, the Dodgers’ manager is a cancer survivor). Although the excitement can get the best of anyone, nonetheless this was a blatant example of a poor decision that shows a lack of integrity on the part of Turner. The NFL has seen its fair share of COVID-19 cases in its first ten weeks. Games have been postponed because of positive testing. Eleven Tennessee Titans players and 13 staff members contracted the virus after their Week 3 game. Instances such as these can cause a ripple effect across the league due to contact tracing. The Titans were fined by the NFL for not following the safety protocols. However, no suspensions were made. Players and staff contracting the virus on various teams continues to cause postponed games. The NBA has set a great example of a safe way to conduct their league despite the coronavirus. The league set up a “bubble” in Orlando, Florida where every game would be played. Moreover, players would live in the Wide World of Sports Complex at Walt Disney World. Lakers center, Javale McGee, said life in the “bubble” was similar to dorming in college or a three-month road trip. The “bubble” worked extremely well. The LA Times wrote, “The NBA may be the U.S.'s best coronavirus success story, thanks to the bubble.” The NHL had a very similar protocol to the NBA. In a 24-team playoff bracket, the NHL reported zero coronavirus cases in over 30,000 tests. The league set up two bubbles, one in Toronto for the Eastern Conference and one in Edmonton for Western Conference teams. With stringent guidelines and minimal travel, the NBA and NHL show how sports can continue safely and orderly, with much of the excitement a normal season would have. Although the coronavirus cases caused modified seasons the return of sports, most of the major leagues put good safety protocols in place so we can all watch the sports we love. The world of sports, parallel to America, had its economy shut down for months, causing measurable suffering for multimillionaires. The real suffering was apparent in the boredom of die-hard fans unable to tailgate or watch their favorite teams. If league commissioners and players would have known how many cases would occur league-wide, would money and TV ratings still prevail? I believe sports have been shut down long enough, but the league operators and team administrators need to recognize the intense health issue COVID-19 presents and step up their game. I hope that sports continue to entertain, inspire, and empower safely in spite of a formidable opponent, COVID-19 BACK TO TOP

Back to Articles Editorial Back to Sections Implications of Capitol Hill Attack By Simar Thind Volume 1 Issue 4 January 20, 2021 No Image available at this time On January 6, 2021, Donald Trump held a rally in Washington D.C. to call on politicians to reverse the results of the election. By making claims to his supporters that action must take place to “Save the Steal” and vocally denying the outcome of the election, Trump contributed to the violent rhetoric that allowed for the attack on Capitol Hill to take place. This was planned. Extremists planned the January 6 insurrection, and the evidence is apparent on many conservative websites (Timberg). Many wonder about the lack of security preparations leading up to that day. Protesters holding Blue Lives Matter flags while fighting the police to trespass into the Capitol building truly captures the irony of that day. In the moment, we could not comprehend the full picture of the attack. However, as we slowly see footage that pieces together the events, the brutality reveals itself. Rioters shout threats against Vice President Pence and the Speaker of the House, Nancy Pelosi. Pipe bombs and guns were found at the scene. Members of Congress were under lockdown and hid for their lives (Reeves). Terrorists trespassed into the building as windows were broken and officers trampled, some holding zip ties to handcuff lawmakers (Timberg). Anti-Semitic symbols and Confederate flags accompanied pro-Trump signs among the crowd. Five people died during the attack; one rioter was shot, one police officer was beaten to death, and three others died after facing medical emergencies (Healy). Horrific; undemocratic; cruel; despicable; barbaric. We do not use the word “love” when describing domestic terrorists, but it seems like President Trump did not get the memo. He attempted to reverse his actions of inciting violence at his rally by tweeting a video telling rioters “We love you and you’re very special…but go home…” (Caldwell). The failure of security and threats on their lives pushed Congress to confirm Biden’s presidential win that next morning, having the opposite effect the rioters intended. Following the confirmation, Trump conceded the election, stating that a new administration would rise to power without explicitly mentioning Biden or Harris. He claims he wants a peaceful transfer of power, but later tweeted that he would not attend the inauguration; his reasons for this are not stated. The incident acts as a harbinger of bad luck for Trump’s political future. Many urged Pence and the cabinet to invoke the 25th amendment, which would declare Trump unfit for the presidency and have Pence take his place until the inauguration on January 20th. The path to removing Trump from power through this method remains unprecedented. House Democrats have pushed an alternative option. Headed by Pelosi, they formally introduced their plan to impeach Trump to hold him accountable for his role in inciting the insurrection, and the number of Republicans supporting the impeachment continued to grow (Wagner). To this date, this second impeachment has passed the House. Much remains uncertain due to the limited amount of time before the transition of power. The exposure of vulnerabilities and potential risks of national security must be discussed. Due to this event, the United States is vulnerable to attacks from foreign entities as well as domestic threats. The attack portrays the U.S. as weak to the outside world. But that is not our biggest worry. Currently, the FBI warns of potential insurrections surrounding the inauguration in all 50 state capitols (MacFarquhar). Hopefully, states heed warnings this time around as tensions continue to escalate. Many governors’ personal safety is at risk. For instance, Gov. Brad Little of Oregon and Gov. Gretchen Whitmer of Michigan both faced plots for their kidnapping. The insurrection poses many questions for the American public to consider. First, why was there more security for Black Lives Matter protests than this incident, especially when there was evidence of its planning on the internet? Further investigations will take place to evaluate the lack of security and to ensure the safety of state capitols throughout the nation. Second, is America a true democracy? It is a fact that the presidency allows certain corruptions to occur. When a man such as Donald Trump is elected President with no experience in politics and less than a majority of the popular vote, we must evaluate the system. Furthermore, we cannot allow anyone to contribute to violence that threatens national security, especially (and ironically) the President of the United States. We must remember that all government officials are public servants, and when they fail to govern a nation effectively and are a symbol of hatred and violence, the public must urge their removal from office. Many members of Congress state January 6th, 2021 a day that will live in infamy. Now we must consider how this incident will shape the country and whether the nation can grow from it, or if we will become further divided. As students, our responsibility concerns always evaluating all sides of a multi-faceted issue and behaving with empathy. Works Cited Caldwell, Travis. "Trump's 'We Love You' to Capitol Rioters is More of the Same." CNN , www.cnn.com/2021/01/07/politics/trump-history-comments-trnd/index.html. Healy, Jack. "These are the Five People Who Died in the Capitol Riot." NY Times , www.nytimes.com/2021/01/11/us/who-died-in-capitol-building-attack.html. MacFarquhar, Neil, and Mike Baker. "State Capitols on High Alert, Fearing More Violence." NY Times , www.nytimes.com/2021/01/11/us/politics/state-capitols-protests-trump.html. Reeves, Jay, et al. "Capitol Assault a More Sinister Attack than First Appeared." Associated Press , Jan. 2021, apnews.com/article/us-capitol-attack-14c73ee280c256ab4ec193ac0f49ad54. Timberg, Craig, et al. "Capitol Siege Was Planned Online. Trump Supporters Now Planning the Next One." The Washington Post , www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2021/01/09/trump-twitter-protests/. Trump, Donald J. "'Save America' Rally Speech." Rev , 6 Jan. 2021, www.rev.com/blog/transcripts/donald-trump-speech-save-america-rally-transcript-january-6. Speech. Wagner, Meg, et al. "House Pushes to Impeach Trump after Deadly Capitol Riot." CNN , www.cnn.com/politics/live-news/trump-impeachment-news-01-11-21/index.html. BACK TO TOP

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Back to Articles Art & Culture Back to Sections A Dominican Bodega That Sells Amazing Food for a Great Price By Benjamin Amirazodi Volume 3 Issue 1 November 7, 2022 Image provided by Jovanny Quiroz The Papo Deli is located on Rockaway Avenue in Valley Stream. Despite being called a deli, it is technically a bodega . For those who do not know, a bodega is a type of store popularized in Puerto Rico where the owners would not only sell food but also anything that they can sell. For example, one could buy cleaning supplies, food, utensils, and about anything relating to taking care of your home or self-care. Some food you can buy in Papo Deli are chicharron which is pork with a tough layer of skin on it, pernil which is similar to pulled pork, and even sodas like Inca Cola, which is a Peruvian soda, spaghetti and sandwiches filled with meat, usually pork, and vegetables. Normally when I go there, I like to get a small or medium plate of pernil, rice with beans and an Inca Kola. This place is also faried-priced; one could get the most delicious, fair-sized portion of lunch, some of which might serve as another meal, for around seven or ten dollars. The workers here are also very kind, especially if you are a regular customer at the deli. The workers will almost always try to make small talk and ask how your day is going, however you should keep in mind that not all the workers speak English fluently, so if you don’t get a response right away ask someone else or if you can speak to them in Spanish. Sometimes you might run into a regular customer, which isn't too uncommon because there are two Spanish barbers nearby, they normally like to greet everyone when walking in and say goodbye to everyone when leaving. Which is always nice and always brightens up the mood. BACK TO TOP

Back to Articles Feature Back to Sections The Return of Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show Ava Augello The Victoria’s Secret fashion show made its return once again this year on October 15 th , 2025, at 7 p.m. ET. Last October, this fashion show, well known in the past for its glamorous designs, made a return to the runway in New York after a six-year hiatus. This year the runway took place again in our state, New York, and the physical event was invitation-only. Last October, the show was held at the Brooklyn Navy Yard. Despite this, the event is streamed live on platforms such as Prime Video, Amazon Live, YouTube, and TikTok. Involved within the fashion show are many notable guest appearances and models. Runway models, or “Angels,” included Adriana Lima, Gigi Hadid, and Angel Reese -- who made history as the first professional athlete to participate in the fashion show. The Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show’s focuses on women which makes this event extremely noteworthy and uplifting. The fashion show displays a platform of diverse representation of all body types, ethnicities, and gender identities. Victoria’s Secret, last year, advertised the show as something that would “reflect who we are today.” Furthermore, Victoria’s Secret had once again opted for an all-female lineup of musical guests to perform at the event. This included Missy Elliott, Karol G, Madison Beer, and TWICE. This event’s focus on inclusivity is extremely clear, as last year two transgender models, Valentina Sampaio and Alex Consani, walked the runway. The fashion show, last year, started its revival with a bang as it pulled in a peak of above 2.67 million viewers and 1.34 million average viewers across platforms including YouTube and TikTok. This year, there was also a pink carpet pre-show hosted by Law Roach and Zanna Rossi, beginning at 6:30 p.m. ET. If viewers end up seeing something they like, they can shop for Victoria’s Secret pieces while watching it through the platform Amazon Live. As reported by People Magazine, over 4,000 styles from both Victoria’s Secret and PINK will be available on the Victoria’s Secret’s Amazon Fashion storefront. The Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show’s return to the runway was a powerful reflection of the world today, and the importance of inclusivity in the fashion world. Sources: VS Fashion Show 2025 is coming up. When, who is walking, how to stream Everything to Know About the 2025 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show Alex Consani & Valentina Make Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show History https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=2ahUKEwiYr4-djKSQAxVhLdAFHV_qDA8QFnoECB4QAQ&url=https%3A%2F%2Fpeople.com%2Feverything-to-know-2025-victorias-secret-fashion-show-11828503&usg=AOvVaw2WeNYZYhxwM6Me52kkdJpW&opi=89978449 https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=2ahUKEwin_-f-hqSQAxWx38kDHUncHBAQFnoECCMQAQ&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.teenvogue.com%2Fstory%2Fvictorias-secret-2024-runway-show-promised-inclusivity-where-was-it&usg=AOvVaw35ZkLGIYU3Q3vIVNxUKjkI&opi=89978449 https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=2ahUKEwi7_cbei6SQAxVR4skDHXRfNzcQFnoECCQQAQ&url=https://wwd.com/pop-culture/celebrity-news/alex-consani-victorias-secret-fashion-show-2024-trans-model-1236686317/&usg=AOvVaw08K4Bo8Muqua4lco-iuYJE&opi=89978449 BACK TO TOP