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  • History of Christmas Ornaments

    Back to Articles Art & Culture Back to Sections History of Christmas Ornaments Annie Rachek Volume 6 Issue 3 Image Provided by Adobe If you celebrate Christmas, there is a good chance that you have hung a Christmas ornament on a tree. There are wooden ornaments, handmade paper ornaments, plushie ornaments, plastic ornaments, and many more. An ornament is defined by the English dictionary as “make (something) look more attractive by adding decorative items.’’ So, if you hook something small on a Christmas tree to decorate it, that is a Christmas ornament. In this article, we will explore the beginnings of the Christmas ornament, the Christmas tree, its history, and how it became a household tradition. The first formal Christmas celebration was on December 25, 336 A.D, but Christmas trees according to the National Christmas Tree Association or NCTA were not around until the early 1500’s. The earliest records of Christmas trees the NCTA found were from 1510 and the 1530’s. At this time Christmas trees were purchased and displayed undecorated in the households of many in Alsace, France that at the time was a German Territory. As stated by NCTA, Christmas trees became popular throughout Europe, and foods like nuts and fruits were commonly used as the first ornaments. Jumping to the 1600’s as accordance with an Ourworld Christmas article, intricate glass ornaments started to be created by German glassblowers to further add to the beauty of Christmas trees. They were created in the shape of Christmas symbols like stars and angels. They also created ornaments of common items in that area such as strawberries that commonly grown in the German/French areas. These ornaments were originally called baubles and continued to be crafted and designed in Louscha, Germany by Hans Greiner in 1847 the grandson of the original glassblower Christoph Muller. According to the House of Pixen the first publicly decorated Christmas tree was in 1747. Around this time Christmas Trees and ornaments were only really a tradition of Lutheran Christians. Lutheranism is a denomination of Christianity. Around the early 1800’s, many Lutherans and many others immigrated to the Americas causing a small spread of ornaments to the Americas, but what really kicked off ornaments was Queen Victoria of England. As House of Pixen stated “Queen Victoria was said to be quite taken with the tradition of baubles and brought them from Germany to Europe in the mid late 1800’s.’’ The royals also were sketched for The London News in 1859, with a tree decorated with finest ornaments. Everyone had their eyes on the royals as these ornaments became ‘all the rage’ in not only England but in America as well. By the 1890’s German glass hand blown ornaments had sales of about $25 million in a Woolworth’s Department Store, an American department store. $25 million is worth almost $900 million in 2026 and was and still is an astronomical amount of money. Around this time ornaments became popular around the world, with Eastern European countries and Japan starting to produce ornaments to keep up with Germany and the U.S. Ornaments started to become collectible with Hallmark introducing their keepsake ornaments in 1973. Today many families around the world use ornaments to breathe life into their trees. Even with Christmas having passed, many people still collect ornaments such as hallmark’s yearly ornaments. Ornaments can be made from glass, cotton, wood, and much more and could be used to celebrate so much more than just Christmas. So, no matter what or how you celebrate consider looking into buying or making ornaments, you might just find something special. Sources Findmypast National Christmas Tree Association (NCTA) Ourworld Christmas House of Pixen In2013dollars Annualoranments BACK TO TOP

  • King Tutankhamun and the Curse

    Back to Articles Feature Back to Sections King Tutankhamun and the Curse By Rehmat Kaur Volume 3 Issue 3 February 24, 2023 Image provided by The BBC This is the tomb of King Tutankhamun, commonly known as King Tut, who became Pharaoh of Egypt at the age of nine in 1332 B.C. He was granted command of his civilizations during a time of conflict with neighboring kingdoms for territory. King subsequently married his half-sister because they had the same father. During his reign, he contributed to the restoration of traditional Egyptian religion and art. He died at the age of nineteen from a broken leg, according to scientists, but in 2010, evidence of malaria parasites were discovered in Tutankhamun's remains, indicating that malaria, potentially in combination with degenerative bone disease, may have been the reason. This has debunked the widely held belief that the Egyptian pharaoh was assassinated by a blow to the head over 3,300 years ago. A curse was placed over King Tut's tomb to keep robbers and political adversaries from desecrating the burial, and the curse was invoked against offenders. His mummy was found over 30,000 years after his death by British archeologist Howard Carter and others in 1922. Mr. Carter died unexpectedly a few months after the tomb was discovered igniting the legend of the mummy's curse. Another popular victim of the alleged curse was George Herbert, 5th Earl of Carnarvon, who funded the excavation of King Tut's tomb. Lord Carnarvon died of blood poisoning after accidentally tearing open a mosquito bite while shaving. There is still no evidence of whether the deaths were a cause of being exposed of the alleged "curse of the pharaohs", but the deaths were quite coincidental; it is still a mystery. BACK TO TOP

  • Amna Faisal - Memory Project

    Back to Artwork The Memory Project Back to Sections Amna Faisal - Memory Project By Amna Faisal March 18, 2021 Volume 1 Issue 6

  • Zainab- Sophia Mura

    Back to Artwork The Memory Project Back to Sections Zainab- Sophia Mura Sophia Mura February 24, 2023 Volume 3 Issue 3

  • Artemis I – NASA’s Return to The Moon

    Back to Articles Science & Technology Back to Sections Artemis I – NASA’s Return to The Moon By Elyas Layachi Volume 3 Issue 1 November 7, 2022 Image provided by NASA On July 20th, 1969, Neil Armstrong made history by becoming the first human to walk on the Moon, uttering his famous words, “That’s one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind,” as he exited the lunar module. Out of the 15 total Apollo Missions, seven landed on the moon, with a total of twelve astronauts setting foot on the moon between 1969 and 1972. Since the Apollo moon landing, NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) has focused most of its resources on Low-Earth Orbit activities, including the Space Shuttle Program (1981 – 2011), the development of various space telescopes, and the construction and use of the International Space Station (1993 – present). However, NASA is not currently diverting all its resources to the ISS. With the help of private industries such as SpaceX and Boeing, NASA is using some of its resources to create both the Space Launch System, the world’s most powerful three-stage rocket system, and the Orion space capsule, the next-generation space capsule (based on the Apollo capsule’s design) that will be used to send humans to the Moon and even Mars soon. NASA created its Space Launch System (SLS) and Orion space capsule for its Artemis 1 Moon Program to return to the moon by the end of the decade. Construction on the Space Launch System began in 2011 by NASA and was completed in 2021. The super rocket can produce 8.8 million pounds of maximum thrust during its launch and can be modified in several ways for different types of missions. According to NASA, the Orion spacecraft will serve “as the exploration vehicle that will carry the crew to space, provide emergency and capability, sustain astronauts during their missions and provide safe re-entry from deep space return velocities.” Its heat shield is designed similarly to that of the Apollo capsule, but Orion is larger and can house four astronauts as opposed to three. Artemis 1, the first in a series of Artemis missions, will be the first unmanned flight test of both components of Artemis: SLS and the Orion spacecraft. SLS will launch Orion into Earth orbit while releasing 10 small satellites, and Orion will use its propulsion systems to maneuver around the moon and return to Earth. The launch was originally planned for August 2022, but NASA delayed the launch to October 2022 due to rocket malfunctions and tropical storm Ian. The new launch date is now November 14th, 2022, with a launch window opening at 12:07 AM Eastern. If all goes well and Artemis 1 proves to be successful, NASA will continue to work through its Artemis timeline, preparing for Artemis 2, the first scheduled crew mission of NASA’s Orion Spacecraft and SLS. It has a planned mission duration of 10 days and is expected to be launched in May 2024. In total, the Artemis program plans to have three launches, but that is subject to change depending on the results of those launches. Artemis 1 is paving the way for humans to set foot once again on the Moon. As NASA says in their launch advertisements, “We are going back to the moon!” Be sure to tune in to NASA’s social media live streams on November 14th, 2022, to witness history in the making. BACK TO TOP

  • The Division IIIA Track and Field Championships

    Back to Articles Sports Back to Sections The Division IIIA Track and Field Championships By Manal Layachi Volume 2 Issue 7 June 13, 2022 Original photography by VSN (Pictured: Ryan John, Long Jump and Triple Jump winner at NYSPHAA Division 1 State Championships) On May 17th, 2022, the Valley Stream North High School varsity track team competed at the Division Championships. It took place at North, and six schools from across the county came: South Side High School, George H. Hewlett High School, Sewanhaka High School, John F. Kennedy High School, Manhasset Secondary School, and Roosevelt High School. There were a lot of events such as hurdles, jumping, running, the shotput throw, and the two-mile. The girls’ team won with 174 points and the boys’ team won with 184 points, both earning the title of Conference Champions. VSN Boys Spring Track team - 1st place VSN Girls Spring Track team - 1st place One of the coaches of the varsity track team, Mr. Frazer, answered a few questions about the Division Championships and track in general: What is your favorite part about track and coaching? “Seeing kids grow as people. Seeing kids treat each other with respect and care about how their teammates do.” What does track mean to you? “I was lucky enough to participate in track in high school and college, and I have made many friends from those teams. To me, track is a way that kids can learn life lessons about responsibility, time management, accountability, goal setting... and making new friends!” How do you think the track team will do in the County Championships? “Both teams will finish in the top 3, but I hope we win both the boys’ and the girls’ team title!” If you had any advice for a member of the track team, what would it be? “To get better, you have to train EVERY DAY and do not quit!” What was your reaction to Elyas Layachi running with one shoe on? “I knew he would keep running. He is the type of runner that does not quit.” What do you think motivated Elyas Layachi to keep going? “Elyas knew that every point mattered, and he needed to get that 6th place point. He is the type of kid that will NEVER let his teammates down, so I knew the One-Shoe Wonder would finish!” If you were him, would you have kept running? “Of course! I would NEVER miss meets or races. My teammates counted on me, and I would never let them down.” Another coach on the track team, Mr. Boyens, also answered some questions about the Division Championships. How did you feel when both the girls’ team and boys' team won the Division Championships? “Elated! Everyone has worked so hard this season.” What is your favorite part about track/coaching? “In coaching I get to help athletes meet and exceed the expectations they have for themselves. I help young people realize the value of hard work and the joy and comradery of being part of a team.” What does track mean to you? “It is an opportunity for athletes to challenge themselves and figure out what they are really capable of as an athlete.” How do you think the track team will do in the County Championships? “I think we have a chance to do very well this year at the County Championships. This year’s team is very talented and hardworking. Combined, those two attributes are hard to beat.” If you had any advice for a member of the track team, what would it be? “Compete for your teammates, not yourself, and you will achieve at a level you didn't think possible.” What was your reaction to Elyas Layachi running with one shoe on? “At first maybe a little worried, then I saw the determination in his face and stride and my worry turned to pride!” What do you think motivated Elyas Layachi to keep going? “Easy. The love for his TEAM.” If you were him, would you have kept running? “I don’t know. It takes a ton of fortitude to run 2 miles with only one shoe on.” Elyas Layachi, a junior distance runner, ran the 3200-meter race (two miles) with one shoe on! His coach, Mr. Frazer, gave him a nickname: The One-Shoe Wonder! These are some questions that Elyas answered regarding what happened: What happened at the beginning of your race?  “Right at the beginning of the race, when the gun went off, the racers behind me attempted to cut into lane one. As they were cutting in, I was already ahead, and one of them stumbled and dug their shoe into the back of mine, causing my heel to slip out of the shoe.” What decision did you make after your shoe came off? “In the few seconds I had to make a decision, two scenarios came to mind: I could either slow down and attempt to fit my shoe back on, losing my spot in the pack in the race, or I could launch my shoe off my foot and keep running to stay in the race. I ultimately decided to throw off the shoe and embrace the pain that would come when bombarding the track with one foot.” What motivated you to keep running? “The fact that the team and my friends were counting on me motivated me to keep running. Our track team is like a family: we’ve been through the toughest moments together, through training, and we were always there for each other. I felt as if I had to do it for my fellow distance runners, as well as other members of the team, to score points and lead us to victory. Furthermore, the fact that such an experience would define me as a runner motivated me and inspired me to never give up and prove myself as an athlete with tenacity.” How did it feel running with one shoe on? “I must say, it felt very odd. I’ve seen some videos on YouTube where Olympians have run with one shoe on. An example is in the 3000-meter Men’s Steeplechase (the shoeless runner ended up winning the event), and it immediately came to mind once my shoe came off. My foot felt very bare compared to the foot with a shoe (my right foot), and I could feel the unevenness of the track hitting my foot with every other step. My strides were also uneven, and I could feel my body swaying to the left with every other step as well. As we neared lap 5, my foot started to have a tingling sensation, and it felt like it was going to give out. However, on the last lap, with the help of my motivating teammates, I set the pain aside and used every last bit of energy inside me to kick to the finish line. It was probably one of the speediest kicks I’ve ever executed.” After your race, what was one feeling you had? “After my race, one feeling I had was confusion but satisfaction. Not only was I still stunned by the fact that I ran eight laps on the track without a racing shoe on, but the fact that I reacted so calmly and in control made such an experience seem unreal. However, I was satisfied since I was able to still secure a scoring spot in the race, knowing that every point counts toward a team victory.” Do you like your new nickname “The One-Shoe Wonder”? “I do like my new nickname, actually! I remember the moment in the race when my coach found out I lost one shoe and called out the nickname on the loudspeaker. It made me famous in a way!” Do you have any advice for a runner if something unexpected happens during their race? “All you have to do is keep on running. No matter what difficulties you are faced with, whether it’s a competitive race or you’re at a significant disadvantage (i.e. you lose a shoe), just remember that the moment is temporary, and temporary pain will lead to permanent success only if you embrace it and learn to control your emotions and actions regarding it. It seems really hard when discussing it, but when on the track, with the adrenaline rush and your teammates supporting you, it becomes almost second nature to keep pushing for victory and success.” After winning the Division Championships, all the members of the track team were full of pride and glad that all their hard work paid off. Everyone on the team treats each other with kindness and respect. We are a big family that cheers everyone on, and we support each other no matter what. That is what makes our team special and different from other track teams. Overall, the team did an amazing job, and be sure to wish them good luck at the County Championships! Go Spartans! Update: Both teams ended up earning the County Champions titles and Ryan John won two NY State titles for Long Jump and Triple Jump (pictured above). BACK TO TOP

  • Closing to Fall TOPSoccer Season: Changing Lives Through the Joy of Soccer

    Back to Articles Sports Back to Sections Closing to Fall TOPSoccer Season: Changing Lives Through the Joy of Soccer Manal Layachi Volume 4 Issue 2 January 16, 2024 Images provided by Manal Layachi TOPSoccer stands for “The Outreach Program for Soccer.” It is a soccer program for young adults and children who have physical/intellectual disabilities ranging from ages four to nineteen. TOPSoccer was founded in 1978, and there are now twenty-six LIJSL clubs with this program. My father, Azzedine Layachi, founded the Valley Stream Soccer Club TOPSoccer program in December of 2014. There were no soccer programs that fit the needs of my brother Zak, so my father created it for the Valley Stream community. In addition, Azzedine was named TOPSoccer Coach of the Year in 2016 by the LI Herald. His son, Zakarya Layachi, is the cofounder of this program. As the daughter of Azzedine Layachi, I have been volunteering as a “buddy” in this program for seven years and I greatly enjoy it. It feels good helping kids in my community learn and enjoy the beautiful game of soccer, a sport that I have played and loved since I was four. Furthermore, my brother Elyas, who is now in college, has been volunteering since he was nine. He also enjoys playing soccer and spending time with children, as he is a camp counselor during the summer, and has been playing soccer since he was four. Working together with my family to benefit the community makes our bond stronger and makes us feel good as we are changing the world through the joy of soccer. Every Saturday since 2014, we have held the TopSoccer practice at Brooklyn Avenue Elementary School from 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm. We first start off by helping the children warm up and get ready to play. My father always likes to count ten in the wrong way. For example, one, two, four, nine, a hundred, two hundred twenty, ten. He would ask the kids, “Did I count right?” They would laugh and reply “No!” Building connections with the children creates a positive and peaceful environment while also making the experience more fun. After the warmup, I lead some of the aerobic exercises and then my father asks the kids to chase me until they tag me. I always look forward to this part as I love seeing if the kids can run fast enough to catch me. It’s always fun! Next, we do some foot drills such as hurdles and the ladder. Then, we set up two stations for a drill where the players have to dribble between the cones and then shoot the ball in the goal from far away. After this comes the best part of all, the parachute! Everyone holds one handle and then a ball is put in the middle. We all have to get up and lift the parachute and our goal is to get the ball in the air and out of the parachute. This is the kids’ favorite part. In addition, we lift the parachute high into the air, and then we move in a circle and sing “Ring Around the Rosie.” When we get to the part “We all fall down,” we bring the parachute to the ground and collapse. Lastly, we play a scrimmage. All the players are congratulated when they score a goal. The volunteers help the players that are on their team. At the end of the scrimmage, we all sit down and reflect on the session. My father asks the kids questions such as “How many goals did you score?” and “What was your favorite part about today’s session?” For our last practice of the 2023 fall season, we met up with the players at Fireman’s Field, the Valley Stream Soccer Clubhouse. We did the usual warmup, aerobic exercises, chasing of one of our volunteers, hurdles, dribbling through the cones, and the parachute. During our scrimmage, the players got to play with a jumbo-sized soccer ball. The kids had a lot of fun as it was intriguing playing with a huge soccer ball. I enjoyed watching and helping them play. It’s amazing seeing some of our veteran players’ growth and development over the years. My father, Elyas, Zakarya, and I are extremely proud of their hard work and dedication to the sport. As it started to get cold, we decided to head inside and give out the awards. Every player received a medal and took a picture with coach Azzedine. It was heartwarming seeing the smiles on every kids face. After that came the best part, the snacks, and drinks! We had a great season, and I am glad the kids had fun! I cannot wait for the spring season! Additionally, I interviewed Azzedine Layachi, the founder of the Valley Stream program. What motivated you to create the TOPSoccer program in 2014? “Having a son on the autism spectrum who expressed an early interest in the "beautiful game of soccer" I started searching for a suitable place or program for him. I found none for him in regular soccer programs in Valley Stream and surrounding towns until I discovered The Outreach Program for Soccer, commonly known as TOPSoccer, for special-needs youth in West Hempstead. After a year, I decided to ask the Valley Stream Soccer Club where my other two kids were enrolled if I could create a TOPSoccer program in the club. This is how Valley Stream acquired its first TOPSoccer program in 2014. Dozens of kids with special needs have enjoyed it since then.” What is your favorite part about TOPSoccer? “The whole program is a favorite weekly activity, including seeing these wonderful kids attend a sports activity that caters to their own needs and interests with open arms, respect and consideration. Seeing them slowly acquire soccer skills, learn to play with others, and become independent in the field brings a lot of joy for me and their parents.” Do you love teaching kids how to play soccer? “Yes, very much. I fell in love with soccer at a very early age when we did not have the luxury of grass fields or modern sports facilities. I often played with friends in the street, using “balls” made of bags stuffed with rags. That passion for the sport never left me and I decided to pass it on to the next generations by coaching.  Besides TOPSoccer, I have also coached, at the same time, a Travel team for girls and another one for boys. Both teams ended up winning the championships of their respective divisions and the girls team won the 2019 Long Island Cup.” Will you continue to hold this program in the future? “Yes, for as long as I can, with the hope that younger coaches will also acquire interest in getting involved and maybe one day lead this and other sports programs for children with special needs.” I interviewed Zak, the cofounder, and a participant of this program. What led you to cofound this program? “I wanted to provide myself and other kids an opportunity to play soccer.” What is your favorite part about TOPSoccer? My favorite part of Top Soccer is giving people with disabilities an opportunity to grow and mature and to develop an enjoyment for soccer. What is your favorite thing about soccer? “My favorite thing about soccer is that it brings people together no matter the race ethnicity or religion.” What do you recommend the program adds in the future? “A couple of advances I would add to the program is an organized routine to keep everything organized.” Elyas Layachi, a “buddy”, was interviewed. How do you think the fall season went? “Even though I wasn’t at every practice, I think the fall season went very well. At the practices I attended, I noticed many new faces, and everyone seemed to be having a great time.” Do you feel that everyone made progress? “I definitely feel that everyone made progress. Even if they didn’t necessarily improve at soccer, I know the players definitely improved their social skills or even started loving soccer, which is definitely progress in my book.” Do you love spending time with kids and teaching them how to play soccer? “I do love spending time teaching kids how to play soccer - it's one of the main reasons why I’m an education major. I love helping the players learn how to play soccer, and when they learn a new skill or even get out of their comfort zone, I find such accomplishments very rewarding for both the player and myself.” What do you enjoy most about volunteering in the TOPSoccer program? “The thing I enjoy most about TOPSoccer is the sense of community it creates for its volunteers and its players. It is an opportunity for everyone in Valley Stream to come together, play soccer, and help the community, which is beautiful.” What would you like to see more of? Why? “ I would definitely like to see more players and volunteers at TOPSoccer, especially because it’s a great experience for both and the program is meant to serve the entire community.” Are you excited for the spring season? Why? “Yes, I am very excited for the spring season, especially since it means new volunteers and players could join the program!” I interviewed Bouchra Zerhouni, who has been coming to support her family since the start of the program and is Azzedine’s wife and the mother of Elyas and Zakarya. How long has Zakarya been a part of the Valley Stream TOPSoccer program? “Zak has been a part of the TOPSoccer program since he was five years old. He used to go to the Hempstead TOPSoccer program, then Azzedine created the Valley Stream one for him.” What is your opinion on the program? “The program is nice and engaging for the kids with disabilities. However, we need more volunteers to assist the kids and the coaches.” How has TOPSoccer impacted you and your children’s lives? “TOPSoccer has given me a different perspective on life. I have become more grateful for what I have. My children are more responsible and compassionate as a result of participating in this program.” What is your favorite thing about the program? “My favorite thing about the program is the sense of community that it brings to the players, volunteers, parents, and coaches.” Romi, one of our veteran players, and her mother were also interviewed. Romi: Do you love to play soccer? “Yes, she absolutely loves it.” Why? “It's fun.” What is your favorite thing about TOP Soccer? “Seeing the volunteers and players each week and socialize.” What is your favorite activity that we do during practice? “The parachute activities.” Are you excited for the Spring season? “Yes!” Ms. Lilach Koch: How long has Romi been a part of the Valley Stream TOPSoccer program? “For 6 years.” How did you hear about TOPSoccer? “Through a community member.” What is your opinion on the program? “Very inclusive and accommodating. Everyone is truly nice and supportive.” How has TOPSoccer impacted you and your children’s lives? “Helped keeping Romi physically and socially active.” What is your favorite thing about the program? “That Romi gets an ‘off’ time from her cellphone.” In essence, TOPSoccer not only helps build relationships with children but also changes lives through the joy of soccer. Remember, you do not need experience in soccer if you would like to participate in this program. If you want to become a “buddy,” experience is also not needed, so if you are interested, join us in creating memories that will last a lifetime and help us provide kids with disabilities with lifechanging opportunities. Coach Azzedine Layachi’s Contact information: Email: layachi77@gmail.com Phone number: (718)-66-7420 If you know any young person who could benefit from this program, please contact. BACK TO TOP

  • DART

    Back to Articles Science & Technology Back to Sections DART By Cody Sung Volume 2 Issue 3 January 14, 2022 Image provided by NASA On November 24th, 2021, most people in the United States were preparing for Thanksgiving, traveling across the nation, and figuring out what to cook for their big feast. NASA, though, had different plans: to launch a cube-like spacecraft that will purposefully crash into an asteroid 6.8 million miles from Earth. NASA estimates there are around 25,000 near-Earth objects (NEOs) that are 460 feet or longer in diameter, which is large enough to cause mass devastation on Earth upon impact. While no known NEOs have a significant chance to impact the planet in the next 100 years, NASA estimates only around 40% have been discovered. This is where planetary defense comes in. One of the possible methods to defend our planet from an asteroid is by changing the trajectory of the object. A way to do this is to crash something significant into the object so that its trajectory is altered slightly to not hit Earth. NASA is testing this by crashing the Double Asteroid Redirection Test (DART) spacecraft into an asteroid called Dimorphous. Around 560 feet in diameter, Dimorphus is around the height of the Great Pyramids, and orbits another, larger asteroid called 65803 Didymos, which has a diameter of around 2600 feet. The DART spacecraft was launched on November 24, 2021, inside a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from the Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. The size of a vending machine, the spacecraft is not expected to destroy Dimorphos but to change its orbit slightly upon contact in September 2022. To locate its target, DART will use an onboard camera called DRACO, along with, according to NASA, sophisticated autonomous navigation software. The impact is expected to change the orbital period of Dimorphos for several minutes, enough to be detected by telescopes on Earth. Another spacecraft, the Light Italian CubeSat for Imaging of Asteroids (LICIACube), will witness the DART impact and take photos of Dimorphos after the collision. Overall, the DART mission will be an interesting experiment for the mechanics of deflecting an asteroid and will be a good first look at whether the method is feasible to protect our planet. BACK TO TOP

  • Portfolio Arunima Roy - 2

    Back to Artwork Portfolio Back to Sections Portfolio Arunima Roy - 2 By Arunima Roy June 13, 2022 Mixed Media Volume 2 Issue 7

  • Gilana Etame - Beauty in Nature

    Back to Artwork Beauty in Nature Back to Sections Gilana Etame - Beauty in Nature By Gilana Etame February 10, 2022 Photography Volume 2 Issue 4

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