By Tucker Fulton

Staff Writer

Yes, Minnesota’s MLB team is up for sale. Earlier this month, the Pohlad family put the oldest family owned team up for sale. The estimated cost of the team is $1.5-$2 billion. Which for a professional team is really, really low, because the franchise does not have a successful history. The team only won two World Series, which, compared to the Yankees twenty-seven, is not a lot. They have also only had seven players go to the hall of fame and, once again, compared to the yankees twenty-four players, is not a lot. Hopefully the new Twins owner will help the team in having a more successful future.

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BY AUDREY STOTTER

STAFF WRITER

The idea of having a football league outside of the NFL and the normal NFL season time is nothing new. There have been many attempts over the years, with little success. However, two competitor spring leagues, the USFL, and the XFL, have merged into one united league. These are their stories.

BY IRIS KOTFIS

STAFF WRITER

Perhaps you’ve seen videos online of people making jokes about Sephora kids. Sephora workers are sharing their experiences interacting with the Sephora kids. Often, they are expressing a distaste for the actions of these young kids. The term “Sephora kids” refers to preteens and kids who are obsessed with skincare and other beauty products from Sephora. These kids are often young and have no practical use for the products they are purchasing. The products they buy range from moisturizer to retinol. 

BY SEHANA VALLE

STAFF WRITER

George Santos is a member of the Republican party, who has lied about countless things and is accused of exploiting the funds raised in his campaign. Some of the things he has claimed are actually pretty funny, so here’s a list of the many lies he has stated.

BY SAM ELLINGSON

STAFF WRITER

I somewhat consider myself to be not afraid of bugs (save bees, wasps, and hornets). When I was little, I played with fire ants during recess (my family and I lived overseas in Malaysia for some time). When one of my family members needs a particular bug removed from their presence, I can take a paper tissue and complete the job. However, researching these terrifying bugs to write an article for newspaper club, I came across some pretty creepy crawlies that made me shrink in fear. Here are the five best ones I found (You have been warned)!

BY ALAINA INOUYE

COMMUNICATIONS EDITOR

Ballet has been governed by tradition since its emergence in the 1500s. Sadly, many traditions found in the ballet world reinforce gender roles and set up obstacles for transgender dancers. For example, men and women perform different steps and variations, and many classes are exclusive to men or women. This article will explore how transgender dancers continue dancing despite the difficulties they face.

BY LYNNE INOUYE AND SYDNEY WESCHCKE

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF AND STAFF WRITER

On Thursday, February 24th, Russia started its invasion of Ukraine–an act of aggression that has resulted in numerous civilian deaths and damage to the country. Missile and artillery attacks targeted major cities, including the capital, Kyiv, in what Russian President Putin called a “special military operation.”  At least two and a half million Ukrainians have already fled the country. The UN has called this the fastest-growing refugee crisis since World War II, with the devastation showing no signs of stopping. 

BY ANSHI PEDDAREDDIVARI

STAFF WRITER

Our world has many cultures and ethnicities, all with various styles and beliefs. These different cultures and ethnicities are what make our World so diverse. One of these cultures is Hinduism. Hinduism has many parts to it, from foods to celebrations. It is also one of the oldest religions known. Hindus all around the world participate in activities like dances that come from places all around India. One of the main dance forms in Hinduism is Bharatanatyam. This is a complex dance with intricate movements making it very interesting and beautiful.

BY ANSHI PEDDAREDDIVARI

As the Coronavirus pandemic gets worse with new variants and strings like the Delta and Omicron variant, vaccines for 12 and up become more available.