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The Argo
The Student News Site of Boston Latin School

The Argo
The Student News Site of Boston Latin School

The Argo
News
Topol Fellows give their presentations to students during Human Rights Day. (Source: Catherine Cox (I))
Topol Fellows Lead Human Rights Day
By Rachel Starr (I) & David Wang (IV), Staff Writer and Contributing Writer

On March 20, Boston Latin School celebrated Human Rights Day, an annual tradition dedicated to educating students about global issues and world peace. The...

All aboard the New Bedford express! (Source: MBTA)
MBTA Launches New Commuter Rail
By Ryan Liu (V) & Eric Zhang (V), Contributing Writers

For the first time in 65 years, residents in southeastern Massachusetts have a Commuter Rail service connecting them to Boston via the South Coast Rail...

Neighborhood News Spotlights
By Ross Wilson (II), Head News Editor
Mr. Tran shows his solidarity with the BTU by wearing his union shirt. (Source: Abrielle Huang (V))
Boston Teachers Union Bargains Contract
By Weian Xue (III) & Risa Goldfeld (III), Staff Writer and Contributing Writer
Ms. Pierce phones in her beloved 4 p.m. announcement. (Source: Ben Choi-Harris (I))
A Day with Ms. Pierce
By Amy Dai (V), Contributing Writer
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A&E
Students in Mr. Beyer’s creative writing class practice playwriting! (Source: Alan Zhao (III))
Mr. Beyer’s Creative Writing Class Is in the Limelight!
By Isabella Connelly-Dow (II) & Lily Bradley (VI), Contributing Writers

From talking planets to sentient robots to oil rigs, there are no dull topics when it comes to the stories of students of Boston Latin School English teacher...

(Source: Ken Carl)
Shaping Sound and Shattering Ceilings: A Conversation with Mei-Ann Chen
By Alice Li (III), Head A&E Editor

Meet Maestra Mei-Ann Chen: a world-class conductor who is breaking boundaries in the conducting industry. Chen was born in Taiwan and moved to Boston to...

Kodo’s use of Japanese percussion instruments engages audiences. (Source: Robert Torres)
Kodo: A Beating Heart of Japanese Culture
By Bridget Blair (III), Staff Writer
BLS's Yellow Submarine Improv Troupe wraps up a spectacular performance! (Source: Lauren Dong (III))
Please Welcome…The Yellow Submarine Improv Troupe!
By Bridget Blair (III), Staff Writer
Restaurants & Cafes Around Boston
By Alexandra Lee (I) & Lauren Dong (III), Staff Writer and Contributing Writer
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Forum
(Source: Lauren Dong (III))
Should We Limit Club Leadership Positions?

   

High school students wonder how to pay for college. (Source: Isabella Endozo (III))
Dream School, Nightmare Cost
By Fathia Shodeyi (III), Staff Writer

It is that gut-wrenching time to check your college decision letter. As you open the portal, a wave of excitement fills your body as you read the first...

BLS student shows appreciation for the rain, skipping on the way to Ruggles! (Source: Isabella Endozo (III))
De Pluviae Natura: About the Nature of Rain
By David Wang (IV), Contributing Writer
Student catches up on sleep during the day. (Source: Sophia Knobel (III))
Let’s Get Ready for Bed!
By Jamie Ramirez (III), Contributing Writer
Due to opposing views, Columbia University is laced with controversy. (Source: Adam Gray)
Universities, Be Politically Neutral!
By Angelina Wei (II) & Benjamin Nguyen (III), Staff Writer and Contributing Writer
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Sports
The BLS powerlifting team flexes their medals! (Source: Elaine Lin (IV))
Boston Latin Lifts Above the Competition
By Christina Luo (III) & Isabelle O’Donnell (III, Contributing Writers

The Boston Latin School powerlifting team achieved great success in the 2025 USA Powerlifting High School Nationals in Appleton, Wisconsin, winning the...

Spring into the New Season: Meet the Senior Captains!

Alysa Liu wins women’s World Championships gold, Team USA's first since 2006. (Source: Melanie Heaney)
USA Dominates World Figure Skating Championship in Boston
By Eliza Knight-Bairstow (II) & Annabelle Bagley (II), Staff Writer and Contributing Writer
Spotlight on Kate Lincecum (II)
Spotlight on Kate Lincecum (II)
By Christina Luo (III) & Isabelle O’Donnell (III, Contributing Writers
Bilal Elhaji (I) hits the ground running at New Balance Nationals! (Source: Alex Le (II))
Racing Through Nationals
By Trevor Gracombe (II) & Ladan Mohamed (IV), Staff Writer and Contributing Writer
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Trending Stories
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(Source: Biden Transition)

Annie Tomasini (‘98) Hired to Chief White House Role

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At Tao’s, a beauty store in Chinatown, Sanrio products fill the shelves. (Source: Lily Huynh (III))

Why Japan Made Its “Cute Culture” Such a Hit

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(Art by Mari Baker (I))

A Guide to Study Spots Around Downtown Boston, and Beyond

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(Photo Credit: Andrew Lay (II)

Should Breaks Be Longer and Less Frequent?

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TWICE's Momo experiences "Heaven in Hell" because of Korean beauty standards. (Source: JYP Entertainment)

K-Pop: The Ugliness Behind Perfection

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2025 January
Spotlights
Spotlight on Carina Szocik (I)
Spotlight on Carina Szocik (I)
By Sophia Knobel (III) & Kaya Ertan (IV), Contributing Writers
(Source: Shawn Exilus)
Spotlight on Henning Washington (I)
Spotlight on Sam Chen (I)
Spotlight on Sam Chen (I)
By Roan Wilcox (II) & William Liyuan (II), Forum Editor and Contributing Writer
ASK H.I.M.
ASK H.I.M.
ASK H.I.M.
By Hayden Cooper-Dupont (I), Islay Shilland (I) & Milda Miranda (I), Creative Consultants • May 3, 2025

Q: I feel like I’m getting more and more distant from one of my closest friends. I love her, but sometimes spending time with her is so exhausting....