WHAT IN THE WORLD?
Take an international tour and get caught up on what’s happening in the world
PUERTO RICO
The devastating Hurricane Maria struck Puerto Rico on September 20th, causing a mass loss of power and destruction of homes and other structures. Rescuers, as of September 26th, continue to search for survivors and remove people from the dangerous situation.
SAUDI ARABIA
On Tuesday, September 26th, Saudi Arabia made a declaration that, starting June of 2018, women would be permitted the right to drive. Leaders are hopeful that this will benefit the economy as it increases women’s role in the working environment.
SCOTLAND
A Scottish family found a strange five foot crater outside their home on Tuesday, September 26th, created by a falling block of ice. Specialists believe the block of ice originated from a passing plane.
BALI
Over 75,000 people have been evacuated from Bali as anticipation and signs of the eruption of the volcano, Mount Agung, arise. When the volcano last erupted in 1963, over 17,000 people were killed, resulting in the current precautionary measures citizens have been taking.
Sofia Kriz is a junior and it is her first year on staff. She is the news editor.
