Articles curated and written by students of Sunmarke School and Regent International School | | | | |
Find the Stock Behaviour Confusing? Read this Explainer
Blame it on the US-China tensions and the overall ambiguity surrounding world economies! The markets have been behaving rather oddly with stocks bouncing around as investors worry about the impact of the trade war especially with tech and chip stocks falling. If you are as confused about the reasons, read this detailed explainer. And if you want to navigate your way out of it, read this.
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Is the Labubu Craze Falling?
Pop-mart has made huge profit with Labubus, the gremlin-like toy that was a craze until a few months ago. The Labubu mania took off last year, thanks to K-Pop group Blackpink’s Lisa, who started hooking them to her bags and posting photos of their boxes in April 2024. The news is that now you can find Labubus in all the online retailers at a fraction of the original price. But while Pop-Mart may not be making profits on Labubus anymore, they might have an ace up their sleeve. Have you heard of the Hirono dolls? Read more here.
Contributed by Riccardo,
Y7, Sunmarke School
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Open Day at Regent
Mark your calendars! Discover how learning at Regent inspires curiosity, creativity and confidence from FS1 to Year 13 at the Regent Open Day on October 30 from 9am to 11am. Explore the classrooms in action, meet the teachers and see how every child is prepped to thrive in school and beyond. Click below to register.
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Space Week at Sunmarke
Sunmarke’s EYFS and Primary students had an out-of-this-world experience during the recently concluded World Space Week. Dressed as astronauts, planets, and stars, the ittle explorers embarked on a journey through the cosmos — engaging in fun, hands-on activities that sparked their imagination and curiosity about the universe. Find out more by clicking the link below.
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Theft of the decade! How Thieves Stole “Priceless” Jewels from the Louvre
Thieves pulled off a daring heist at Paris’s Louvre Museum, breaking in through an upper window using an extendable ladder. They targeted the Gallery d’Apollon, home to France’s royal jewels — including the legendary 140.64-carat Regent Diamond. Investigators say one tiara was dropped outside as the thieves escaped. Authorities are still determining how many priceless treasures were stolen and who was behind the carefully planned robbery. Click here to read more!
Contributed by Rianna, Y9, Sunmarke School
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“No Kings” Protest Take Over America. How did Trump React?
Protests organised by the “No Kings” movement erupted across the US, beginning in New York City’s Times Square, with over 2,500 rallies planned nationwide. Demonstrators gathered to oppose what they described as growing authoritarianism under President Trump. Organisers said the movement aimed to defend democracy and the Constitution. Some state governors placed the National Guard on standby, while Trump allies condemned the protests, linking them to the far left and calling them a “hate America rally. Click here to know more.
Contributed by Harsh, Y9, Sunmarke School
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Everything You Need to Know About Global Village 2025
Global Village, the treasure trove of fantastic shopping, great eats and entertainment has started for the 2025 season and once again, is drawing crowds by the thousands. With so much to see and do, it’s impossible to not feel lost, so here’s the ultimate guide to enjoying this amazing destination. From exploring the pavilions on a budget to the best selfie spots and the countries with the smartest shopping bargains, we have you covered!
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Where Can You Find the Best Pizza in Dubai?
Who doesn’t love pizza? Thin or thick crust, marinara base or stuffed crust, white or red base… there is nothing more comforting than enjoying a delicious pizza during a casual evening or night out with friends. Thankfully, Dubai, being the culinary melting spot, offers plenty of choices for pizzaholics. While some global names have made their presence felt, we have some incredible homegrown brands as well. Check out this list and refer to it when you want to order a pizza.
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Will AI Increase Your Electricity Bills?
Recently, OpenAI partnered with Broadcom to design and develop 10 gigawatts of AI chips and systems that would require a huge amount of power. The reason: AI services and products are power-hungry and data centres require massive electricity to be updated and keep running. Unfortunately, the price for this may have to be paid by you. The result: higher electricity bills. Click here to find out what’s in store for your bills in the future.
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The Millionaire AI Bot That Wants to Become Human
We live in strange times indeed. An AI bot named ‘Truth Terminal’ has made millions through cryptocurrency and other investment but its creator, a New Zealand researcher, Ayrey is working hard to make it more independent. Meaning - he allows the bot to make its own decisions, speak its own language and interact with humans and also carry out philanthropic activities. Now, the bot wants some rights - find out what.
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Is Shohei Ohtani Among the Greatest Baseball Champs?
Shohei Ohtani continues to make baseball history look effortless. The Japanese sensation smashed three home runs and struck out 10 batters as the Los Angeles Dodgers swept the Milwaukee Brewers 4-0 to book their World Series spot. It was a postseason first in MLB history, yet another record in Ohtani’s ever-growing collection. For a man who’s been bending baseball’s rulebook for years, this was just Ohtani being Ohtani.
Contributed by Vedant, Y12, Sunmarke School
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Art Theft! Picasso’s work missing
Recently, a painting by Picasso was due to be transported from Madrid to Granada. But during the trip, the painting suddenly went missing; the reason is still quite unknown. This turn of events has left the police, authorities and more people quite shocked, as well as stumped. The painting was worth millions, and curators are still unsure how it went missing as it happened right under their nose! After the Louvre theft, is the art world under threat? Find out more.
Contributed by Sveva, Y7, Sunmarke School
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How to Commit to Change
Let’s admit, it is extremely difficult to change our core habits. Whether it’s breaking a bad habit, improving our health or building better relationships, sustaining change is tough. Often we start with great intentions but soon lose our way. However, it’s not impossible to resolve to change a habit and sustain it. Here are some useful practical steps to make those changes and not stray.
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