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School was canceled yesterday due to forecasts of severe weather, but ultimately, there was barely a dusting. Once again, meteorologists got it wrong about snowy weather this winter.
Editorial Cartoon: It’s Snow Laughing Matter this Winter
Livvy Avignon, Chief Illustrator • February 7, 2025
School was canceled yesterday due to forecasts of severe weather, but ultimately, there was barely a dusting.
President Trump's Executive Orders.
Trump’s First Moves During Second Term: Bold or Risky?
Clive Sutton, Journalist • January 31, 2025
The new president had already signed over 30 executive orders ten days into his new term.
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Trump Finesses Another Win
Nolan Suraci, Journalist • January 19, 2025
Trump's second term may be as unpredictable as his first, from renaming the Gulf of Mexico to mass deportations.
Students Shëina Registre '26, Shyla Fernandes '25, Kaylee RIvera '25, Amelia Bowman '25, Bayaan Jones '26, Adrian Houndegla '26 and chaperone Jessica Christian before their first day of conferences.
NAIS Apologizes for Antisemitism: Enough is Enough
Amelia Bowman, Editor-in-Chief • January 18, 2025
After disappointing remarks made during this year's PoCC keynotes, NAIS has apologized. Should we move on or let antisemitic rhetoric persist?

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What’s Next for Canada After Trudeau’s Resignation?
Clive Sutton, Journalist • January 16, 2025
Justine Trudeau delivered many of his promises, but Canada gradually showed stronger discontent for their prime minister.
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A photo illustration of a student who uses ChatGPT to study.
Editorial: As Midterms Approach, Uphold Academic Integrity
Gator Editorial Board (2024-2025) December 10, 2024
Maintaining academic integrity while using AI ethically is the key to genuine learning. Don't take shortcuts.
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As Trump Makes Policies, Russia-Ukraine War Hangs in Balance
As Trump Makes Policies, Russia-Ukraine War Hangs in Balance
Edward Flint, Managing Editor • November 25, 2024
Russia’s influence on American politics will show just how sovereign this country is.  
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Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.
Trump Sweeps Presidential Election in Landslide Victory
Clive Sutton, Journalist • November 20, 2024
The next four years still seem uncertain for the nation. For now, all the country can do is hope for the best under new leadership. 
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Editorial: Prioritizing Respectful Political Discourse On Campus
Editorial: Prioritizing Respectful Political Discourse On Campus
Gator Editorial Board (2024-2025) November 7, 2024
The nation is on edge, and we will not allow the ugliness that has plagued America to seep into the School.
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Clive Sutton's predication of how the electoral map will play out.
Presidential Election Forecasts Show Mixed Signals
Clive Sutton, Journalist • November 1, 2024
This year's election has been unusual, to say the least—and it could really be in any candidate's favor.
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Florida Recovers Amid Political Tensions
Florida Recovers Amid Political Tensions
Clive Sutton, Journalist • October 22, 2024
Both the government and the public need to take action to ensure the well-being of Floridians are effectively secured.
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Hurricane Milton off the coast of Mexico on 6 October 2024
Hurricanes Devastate Southern United States
Clive Sutton, Journalist • October 9, 2024
As Milton is hours away from hitting Florida, we can only pray for the safety of the residents as the storm is about to rage on.
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Did the VP Debate Move the Needle?
Nolan Suraci, Journalist • October 9, 2024
Did the VP Debate actually change anything? Or are our politicians merely repeating empty rhetoric?
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Photo Illustration of Kaan Ladha '25 Coughing Courtesy of Amelia Bowman
Editorial: Stay Healthy, Stay Home
Gator Editorial Board (2024-2025) October 4, 2024
While it's important that students stay caught up on school work, it's imminent that they'll spread their sickness if they refuse to isolate.
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Op-Ed: Trump’s Delusion Strikes Again—And It’s a Whopper
Op-Ed: Trump’s Delusion Strikes Again—And It’s a Whopper
Nolan Suraci, Journalist • September 25, 2024
Harris may have won more than just the night, she may have proven herself as the stronger candidate moving forward.
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Op-Ed: A Nation Numb to Massacres
Op-Ed: A Nation Numb to Massacres
Amelia Bowman, Editor-in-Chief • September 19, 2024
There was not just one mistake that allowed the Georgia shooting to take place—there were many.
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Mary Wang, with her New York Times press lanyard, relaxing with friends at a silent disco during the program.
Op-Ed: Reporting in the Big City with SoNYT
Mary Wang, Managing Editor • September 13, 2024
The School of New York Times Summer Academy made my summer unforgettable.
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Examining Bitcoin's Environmental Impact
Examining Bitcoin’s Environmental Impact
Cooper Horn, Journalist • May 28, 2024
We must be aware of the ramifications of Bitcoin.
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Varsity Tennis Head Coach David Argasinski, formerly in the top 1,600 in the world, hits a backhand during a practice at the 2018 Davis Cup. Argasinski leads both the Boys and Girls tennis programs at the School.
Love-All: Mentorship Creates Winning Players
Evan Michaeli, Outgoing Editor • May 10, 2024
Players should consider themselves lucky to find a mentor like David Argasinski.
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After a great summer with the School of New York Times, Mary is thrilled to return to The Gator this semester as Managing Editor. She is excited to continue writing op-ed, arts, and culture pieces. In...

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