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Taken just a little over a year before the destructive fire, the beautiful Notre Dame Cathedral stands around leafless trees on a cloudy day.
Notre Dame Rebuild
An infographic I made to show the percentage of students looking to get jobs during summer compared to the students not getting jobs. Sample size was 20 SRA Juniors.
Summer Jobs: How Many SRA Students Are Getting Them?
Photo of the front of the Long Beach City Council. The City Council passed measure RW.
Long Beach Raising Minimum Wages To 30 Dollars An Hour By 2028
Remembering Sam Rubin
Remembering Sam Rubin
This shows an Apple watch and an iPhone because they are both banned in school!
The Global Debate: Countries Banning Phones in Schools
A man is putting his head down due to over amounts of work.
Student Burnout
Harrison Butker has spoken as a commencement speaker for two college graduations, Benedictine College and Georgia Institute of Technology. This photo shows him during his address at Benedictine College on May 11th, 2024.
An Explanation of the Harrison Butker Commencement Speech
This picture shows a beautiful street in Kyoto Japan
Places to Travel
Located in Los Angeles, UCLA’s Royce Hall is notable as an iconic building that signifies the rich heritage of this learning institution and its commitment to teaching excellence.
Community, or University? The Choice is Easier than it Seems!
The Next Chapter: Where Are SRA Seniors Going to College?
The Next Chapter: Where Are SRA Seniors Going to College?
One of the most notable cars of its era this 59 Cadillac Coupe Deville displays its chrome trim which was typical for the late 50s and 60s as well as the Iconic tailfins and front design that catch the eye of anyone nearby. Compared to the modern Cadillacs of today there is close to no resemblance.
Is Car Culture going to crash?
Pictured here is a large oil refinery in California. These refineries are responsible for taking crude oil and refining it into diesel, gasoline, and aviation fuel, otherwise known as JP5 fuel.
California To Continue Raising Gas Prices
California Governor Gavin Newsom, speaking to reporters.
California, Banning The Sale Of Gas Cars
Oil and Oil filters are components commonly replaced in vehicles after 5,000 - 7,000 miles. Its important to find the correct oil specific to the engine otherwise lubrication problems can arise.
Car Maintenance: What to Do
Northbound traffic on the 15 freeway. Speed limiters potentially can prevent the buildup of traffic from accidents on the road.
California To Mandate Speed Limited Cars
iPad kid screaming when their device is being taken away; no interest in toys
The Ipad Kid Generation and Reading Books
An Industrial Robot in action
How Robots Will Change The World
Average Percent Of Time Spent in Each Sleep Cycle. REM cycle takes up almost 30% of the sleep cycle.
The Science Behind Nightmares
A close-up drawing of an adult flea. Careful checking your pet for these- they jump high! These small pests will appear black against your pets skin.
Fleas and Ticks: Prevention and Care for Springtime Parasites
These pictures show the difference in craftsmanship between the beautiful Utah monolith and the clumsy Romainian monolith.
Monoliths
Changing Careers?
Changing Careers?
As the summer rolls around and the school year comes to an end it can be hard to fill the newfound free time we have as we are no longer at school. Its important to remain productive and fill our time with activities that help us keep a positive mindset, mental state, and attitude.
Sunny Side Up: Prioritizing Productivity In The Summer
“April is recognized as National Stress Awareness Month to bring attention to the negative impact of stress. Managing stress is an essential component of a healthy lifestyle. Knowing how to manage stress can improve mental and physical well-being as well as minimize exacerbation of health-related issues.It’s critical to recognize what stress and anxiety look like, take steps to build resilience and know where to go for help”
April: The Significance of National Stress Awareness Month
Its about that time, the time when we start receiving letters back in bold writing that says either “accepted” or “rejected” with lasting effects on the next chapter of our lives. Its the time when high school is coming to an end and when the stress of that bold writing will determine our futures.
How to Cope When Your Dream School Says No
Moments like these, celebrating high school accomplishments, are the moments that bring us closer and closer to the biggest moment and accomplishment of all, high school graduation. Its a bittersweet kind of feeling that somehow we are just 2 and a half months away from the start of a new chapter in life.
From Caps and Gowns to New Beginnings: Navigating the Stress of High School Graduation
Harrison Butker has spoken as a commencement speaker for two college graduations, Benedictine College and Georgia Institute of Technology. This photo shows him during his address at Benedictine College on May 11th, 2024.
An Explanation of the Harrison Butker Commencement Speech
April Fools Day poster
Top 10 Holidays
Changing Careers?
Changing Careers?
Knives for Aeries
[OPINION] Knives for Aeries – Roar (Album Review)
Im Doing it Again Baby! album cover
[OPINION] I’M DOING IT AGAIN BABY!— girl in red (Review)
Bronny James looking down the court, examining his potions. This was during the Memorial Day Weekend classic tournament.
NBA 2024 draft combine review
Top three players are the face of the 2024 draft
2024 NFL Draft
NBA playoff logo
The NBA playoffs: Who’s Going to the Finals?
Victor Wembanyama (left) and Sidy Cissoko (right) stand tall holding silver basketballs to match their team colors.
(Opinion) Who deserves each NBA award?
The Chicago Sky selected Angel Reese in their first-round draft pick during the WNBA Draft.
March Madness Review
SRA Theater Presents: Youre a Good Man, Charlie Brown
SRA Theater Presents: “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown”
Vinyl Revival in Action: A collection of bestselling vinyl records at a local store demonstrates the continued popularity for this age-old format among both seasoned collectors and new generations
Nostalgia Meets Modern Music
Leaked skins show the theme for next season which is going to be an apocalypse theme!
Fortnite leaks the next seasons
Billie Eilish has released her highly anticipated album, HIT ME HARD AND SOFT.
Review of Billie Eilish’s New Album: “HIT ME HARD AND SOFT”
Netflix Stalling on Sequels
Netflix Stalling on Sequels
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Are You Afraid of Spiders? The Origins of Arachnophobia

Natalie Brown, Writer • February 1, 2024

Scientists have long been trying to find out where the common fear of spiders came from. There are many proposed theories, so getting down to the roots of each of them can provide insight into the answer. Here are the results of a study I conducted, as well as research from others trying to answer the same question.

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About the Contributor
Natalie Brown
Natalie Brown, Staff Writer
Natalie Brown, is a ninth grade student at Santa Rosa Academy. She is a staff member of The Lasso and is amazing at digital art and physical art. She loves to write about anything she is interested in. She is also a kind and outstanding writer. Some of her interests include bugs and cats. She also has a cat named Boof -- Boof is a fat black cat and she is very loud, very needy, loves to cuddle her owner, and cry out when she is hungry. Natalie is into the paranormal and even has a club dedicated to the super natural/paranormal. Her club is called the Mystery Club which is very new, so show kindness and support!

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