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The Standard The American School in London's High School student publication. "Truth through student voice."

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The Standard staff and adviser are dedicated to creating a collaborative, open forum that cultivates productive dialogue within the School community by publishing exemplary student news media according to the strictest standards of journalistic integrity. At all times, we seek to find the truth and report it, to report fully, fairly and accurately, and to abide by the Society o

f Professional Journalists’ Code of Ethics. We have a duty to fairly serve the ASL student body, faculty, staff and greater community as a whole, evincing in no way any bias or favoritism towards any particular interest, individual or group. Final content decisions are the responsibility of the editor-in-chief and editorial board, working in conjunction with the adviser.

Scott Galloway reflects on his entrepreneurial journey and the lessons learned along the way. Read more here:
08/06/2026

Scott Galloway reflects on his entrepreneurial journey and the lessons learned along the way. Read more here:

“I went to public schools all the way through graduate school, but I was raised in California, and we were never hungry or anything like that,” Galloway said. “Money was an issue, but we weren’t poor.”

Released 20 years after the original film, “The Devil Wears Prada 2” balances nostalgia with a reflection on publishing ...
03/06/2026

Released 20 years after the original film, “The Devil Wears Prada 2” balances nostalgia with a reflection on publishing today. Read more here:

After watching the original “The Devil Wears Prada,” the cultural phenomenon that reshaped how the fashion industry was portrayed on screen, I could not help but wonder whether a sequel released two decades later could justify its own existence. Turns out, it can. “The Devil Wears Prada 2” n...

WatchHouse offers customers unique menu items alongside a chic, minimalist cafe interior. Read more here:
29/05/2026

WatchHouse offers customers unique menu items alongside a chic, minimalist cafe interior. Read more here:

Since the recent closure of the well-loved Notes on the St. John’s Wood High Street, I have been on the hunt for a new staple cafe. For this reason, my expectations for the opening of WatchHouse were as high as ever. Storefront and interior design WatchHouse ties its aesthetic together through a s...

Community reacts to the new To***co and Vapes Act, which places a lifelong ban on ni****ne products for people born on o...
29/05/2026

Community reacts to the new To***co and Vapes Act, which places a lifelong ban on ni****ne products for people born on or after Jan. 1, 2009 in the U.K. Read more here:

The To***co and Vapes Act was passed through Parliament April 26, introducing some of the strictest to***co restrictions in U.K. history. The law bans the sale of to***co products to anyone born on or after Jan. 1, 2009, meaning most current high school students will never be legally sold to***co pr...

“The Devil Wears Prada Musical” features stunning fashion moments, commanding musical performances. Read more here:
28/05/2026

“The Devil Wears Prada Musical” features stunning fashion moments, commanding musical performances. Read more here:

When I went to see “The Devil Wears Prada Musical,” I expected a fun adaptation of a movie I already adored. One filled with sharp fashion, iconic one-liners and maybe a few new catchy songs. The musical definitely delivered all that and more, but what surprised me most was just how much energy ...

Many aspects of Indian culture once shamed have become popular trends in Western culture. Read more here:
25/05/2026

Many aspects of Indian culture once shamed have become popular trends in Western culture. Read more here:

As a young Indian girl growing up in the U.S., I was constantly surrounded by racism and microaggressions regarding my culture. While I have never been religious, I have always been proud of my roots, even when faced with comments that make many Indian American teenagers feel embarrassed about where...

The London Marathon brought together runners, spectators and communities across the city, celebrating the spirit of toge...
24/05/2026

The London Marathon brought together runners, spectators and communities across the city, celebrating the spirit of togetherness while making history. Read more here:

Since 1981, the London Marathon has remained one of the world’s most recognized long-distance races. Covering 26.2 miles, the race starts in Greenwich and ends in Westminster, according to London Marathon events. To run, participants can either enter a ballot system or run on behalf of charities t...

“Michael” tells the story of Michael Jackson’s growth from a group performer in The Jackson 5 to the “King of Pop”. Read...
20/05/2026

“Michael” tells the story of Michael Jackson’s growth from a group performer in The Jackson 5 to the “King of Pop”. Read more here:

“We gon’ rehearse till we get it right,” Joseph Joe Jackson, played by Colman Domingo, tells young Michael Jackson, played by Juliano Valdi, in “Michael.” The movie explores the childhood and rise to fame of the world-famous Michael Jackson, portrayed by his nephew, Jaafar Jackson. Amid sp...

Security Officer Siddy Kamara reflects on his experience as a two-time national kickboxing champion of Sierra Leone. Rea...
19/05/2026

Security Officer Siddy Kamara reflects on his experience as a two-time national kickboxing champion of Sierra Leone. Read more here:

In 1994, a group of men in blue berets and camouflage uniforms walked into 15-year-old Security Officer Siddy Kamara’s home in Freetown, Sierra Leone, where families had gathered for shelter. Outside, the Sierra Leone Civil War, which began in 1991, had long brought fear to communities like Kamara...

As political divisions grow in schools and online, students are becoming more afraid to openly and respectfully discuss ...
18/05/2026

As political divisions grow in schools and online, students are becoming more afraid to openly and respectfully discuss differing opinions. Read more here:

A few years ago, I was sitting in class with my friend when a political topic came up. We had slightly different opinions, but to me, hearing and understanding the other side’s perspective was interesting. However, my friend’s voice was quickly interrupted by the teacher, who told us to leave po...

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