Ringling Brothers Circus Protest: Abby McCormick-Foley Speaks Out
Muneib Chater, Managing Editor
May 1, 2013
We at The Nest recently had the opportunity to interview Abby McCormick-Foley, founder of the Animal Rights Club, about the upcoming Ringling Brothers Circus protest. Here’s what she had to say: The Nest: When did you develop such a strong love toward animals? Abby: I’ve... (more...)
Robert Downey Jr. Drops Out Of The Avengers 2
Muneib Chater, Managing Editor
April 9, 2013
Robert Downey Jr., the famous Sherlock Holmes and Iron Man superhero, is rumored to not have signed on to reprise his role as Tony Stark dropped in The Avengers 2. Although there hasn’t been an official word on the matter, there have been some theories that this is a monetary issue. Downey... (more...)
H7N9 Virus Found in Pigeons in Shanghai
Muneib Chater, Managing Editor
April 9, 2013
Just several years ago a virus emerging from Mexico involving pigs raised its way to the United States affecting many and killing several. Known as Swine Flu or “H1N1,” the virus lasted in the Unites States for roughly a year then progressively faded away. Now, another virus has mysteriously... (more...)
Zero Dark Thirty – America’s Great Story
Muneib Chater, Managing Editor
March 7, 2013
May 2, 2011, was an incredibly big day for U.S. citizens. At appproximately 9:00 PM, a special report was broadcast on live television with good news. President Obama announced that Osama bin Laden, one of the biggest threats to the United States, was killed by a group of U.S. forces. Celebration... (more...)
Online Support For A Better Future – Welcome To Naviance
Muneib Chater, Managing Editor
February 5, 2013
Attention all juniors! Are you interested in further education after high school but don’t know where to start? Well you’re in luck! Many juniors are looking forward to college but haven’t actually taken a closer look at what’s available yet. Several even want to graduate early but... (more...)
Albany High School’s Gangnam Style
Muneib Chater, Managing Editor
January 29, 2013
The name “Gangnam Style” should sound familiar to you and this is no surprise. Now reaching over one billion views, Gangnam Style is the top viewed video worldwide. Released July 15th and uploaded on YouTube in late August, the music video instantly surpassed Justin Bieber’s hit “Baby.” ... (more...)
Faculty Spotlight – Ms. Getto
Muneib Chater, Managing Editor
January 29, 2013
You might have heard her name somewhere. Whether it was on the school announcements, from a teacher, or even from a student, Ms. Getto isn’t only physically moving from place to place, but verbally as well. If you haven’t seen her before, there’s a good chance she was in her office making... (more...)
Who’s Spying And Invading Your Privacy?
Muneib Chater, Managing Editor
December 21, 2012
You might be surprised. When asked such a question, people may think the government, FBI, their mom perhaps…well, after recent reports, it gets even crazier than that: Mannequins. It all seems unbelievably impossible, but according to recent reports, this is what has been happening, especially... (more...)
Assassin’s Creed III – Rated Best Game of 2012
Muneib Chater, Managing Editor
December 13, 2012
This year was well known for the release of many top-selling video games. Assassin’s Creed III asserted itself as one of, if not the best, game of 2012. After receiving its first game rating of 10/10 stars and a 9.5/10 from Game Informer, one has to wonder what exactly makes Assassin’s... (more...)
Top 10 Things Students May Not Know About Albany High
Muneib Chater, Managing Editor
December 4, 2012
With the recent establishment of the four academies along with the welcoming of a new principal, Albany High changed for the better. Several new rules were enacted, certain issues gained leniency, and most importantly, more doors to opportunity were opened. Even many of the students who claim... (more...)
New Principal, New Hope- Cecily Wilson Undertakes a New Plan
Muneib Chater, Managing Editor
November 14, 2012
It’s been nearly a year since the Nest held an interview with Dr. David McCalla and Mr. Stan Harper regarding a 7.5 million dollar grant. Now, Albany High School welcomes a new principal that was happy to spend a half hour answering questions for The Nest. Ms. Wilson, a student from both... (more...)
Is Our Generation Falling Back? Technology Might Be To Blame
Muneib Chater, Managing Editor
November 12, 2012
Is technological advancement a plus for society or does it push people back? Although it can be agreed that the development of the Internet, instant messaging, and wireless technology helps students quickly research material for school, it can also be considered a major distraction. For... (more...)
Taking A Look At The Animal Rights Club
Muneib Chater, Managing Editor
November 9, 2012
Offering over forty clubs that range from debating in front of an audience to filming movies with friends, Albany High is well known for a variety of different academic related opportunities. Students are privileged to create their own club if an appealing idea emerges that doesn’t necessarily... (more...)
The 2012 Election – Whose Side Are You On?
Muneib Chater, Managing Editor
October 24, 2012
The 2012 presidential election is underway, and to many it’s one of the most intense yet. Several polls indicate that President Barack Obama and Governor Mitt Romney have a 50-50 chance of winning the election this November. President Obama advocates for the average American family. He believes... (more...)
Albany High: On The Road To Success
Muneib Chater, Copy Editor
May 23, 2012
The School Climate and Culture Committee, successfully impacting Albany High since last summer, is taking confident steps to improve the school. Established by Dale Getto and Melanie Bennett, the purpose of the committee is to tighten social skills between students, to make them feel more... (more...)
Daniel Radcliffe Makes His Way to Horror
Muneib Chater, Copy Editor
March 19, 2012
When a Harry Potter fan is asked to list their favorite things in the Harry Potter movies, Daniel Radcliffe is most likely going to be an answer. Radcliffe is well known for being in the Harry Potter series and was cast as Harry since book one. Most of his childhood involved being an actor.... (more...)
Behind The Scenes of the Video Production World
Muneib Chater, Copy Editor
February 13, 2012
Many people have a favorite YouTube celebrity or a movie they love watching. Regardless if it’s Ray William Johnson, Avatar or anything in between, it all involves countless steps in order to turn what started as an idea into what makes it to the TV, computer or movie screen. At some point... (more...)
Sherlock Holmes: A 403 Million Dollar Hit
Muneib Chater, Copy Editor
January 30, 2012
After the phenomenal first installment of Sherlock Holmes in 2009, Warner Bros Pictures did it all again Christmas time, 2011. Sherlock Holmes: Game of Shadows made its way to theaters on December 16th making a worldwide box office gross of 402.3 million dollars. Sherlock Holmes fans were... (more...)