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The clean plate initiative stands as part of a larger effort to help reduce the school’s carbon footprint and food waste. “By having a graph to show our food waste, we hope to inform students about the impact their eating habits have on the environment,” Kim said.
J&J Catering introduces procedures to curb food waste
Eco-Lution members, along with advisor Mr. Coleman and Facility & Faculty Housing Director Mr. Bae, celebrate a successful day in the field. Members tested coffee ground biofertilizer as part of the club’s effort to recycle waste into resource in the DIS garden.
Eco-Lution sources coffee grounds from local cafés for campus agricultural project
The class of 2026 gathers for a group photo as the sun sets behind the campus. The moment marked the closing chapter of the students’ high school journey at DIS.
Class of 2026 cherishes final moments of high school at inaugural Senior Sunset
The girls’ basketball team rushes forward to accept the championship trophy. The moment celebrates the hard work and dedication that led to the victory.
[Photos] Young Jets celebrate achievements at final assembly
An Oompa-Loompa (Daniel Beck) runs on stage as Willy Wonka (Katniss Kim) barks out orders to clean up the mess the five Golden Ticket winners made. “Oompa loompa doompety doo!” says Beck.
[Photos] Secondary assembly wraps up the year with final celebrations, awards and goodbyes
Senior Lily Lee and sophomore Lian Seok trace Glider’s outline with dark paint. With extreme dedication, they enhance the optical illusion.
NAHS adds a palette of colors to campus with manhole murals
Alyssa Chang closes her eyes as she bathes in the New York sunlight during her graduation trip to West Village. In awe of the greenery surrounding her, she can't help but to stifle a smile. Photo courtesy of Alyssa Chang.
Alumni Connection: Former editor-in-chief Alyssa Chang defines writing
Advisor Dr. Willette coaches junior Noah Hwang on how to lace his fingers around a football.
From idea to action: flag football extracurricular creates space for underrated sports
Veteran editor-in-chief Leanne Yoon bades farewell to the Flyover after over three years as an editor. Although she leaves in two days, her legacy will live on in the plaques next to Room 309.
Farewell from the 2025-2026 Editor-in-Chief
Franchise coffee shops sell liquid sugar disguised as harmless, sweet treats. Loaded with isoglucose, these beverages cause consumers’ blood sugar levels to skyrocket.
Budget coffee chains serve a blend of lifestyle diseases
Vocalist Shim Sang Myeong pauses for a moment before leaning back into the melody, while pianist Lee Eunhae and guitarist Ju Byeong Guk move with ease beside him under the club’s warm amber lights.
City of music without jazz
Traditional hanbok shops flaunt their exquisite designs, weaving together heritage and craftsmanship. Each piece of clothing reflects Korea’s elaborate history.
Hanbok vendors struggle to keep cultural relic alive as consumer tastes shift
Consumer face growing subscription fatigue as companies create barriers to cancellation and encourage recurring payments.
We don’t own anything anymore
Side characters of GSGW surround protagonist Soleum Kim. Despite having different backgrounds and life experiences, they care deeply about Soleum and treat him like a family.
“Got Dropped into a Ghost Story, Still Gotta Work” features an impossible journey home
A face surfaces through the yellow wallpaper, its features hollowed into something that was once human. In Kane Parsons's lore, Still Lifes are how the backrooms remember people who entered and never left — their faces resurfacing, imperfectly, in corridors no one was meant to find. Clark sits down for dinner across from two of them.
Welcome to the Ottoman Empire
From essentials to new releases, the Korean rock scene offers diverse hits to make your summer more enjoyable.
Korean rock for the summer heat
Coily hair stands out from the majority and often leads to exclusion. The unspoken preference of straight over curly styles continue to indirectly ostracize the people with locks.
Foreigners with textured hair face alienation and limited access to products
A 1930’s noir with anthropomorphic mice comes off as cheesy, but Fumi Games makes it work.
Mouse: PI for Hire promises noir premise but struggles with consistency
Resistance against outdated school regulations is growing among Korean students nationwide, signaling a shift in attitudes toward discipline and individuality.
Appearance codes remain ingrained in Korean schools
Consumers seeking lower-priced medications increasingly turn to warehouse pharmacies, where many products cost significantly less than those at traditional drugstores. The pricing advantage has fueled the rapid growth of the new retail model.
Warehouse drugstores reshape Korea’s pharmaceutical industry
South Korea’s Employment Permit System ties foreign workers to exploitative systems with limited job changes. As Korea’s reliance on migrant labor intensifies, the system continues to bind workers’ legal status to employer control and leaves major blind spots in human rights protection.
South Korea’s Employment Permit System devolves into “Exploitation” Permit System
President Lee takes the microphone at the congress and announces Korea’s future budget plans. He aims to recover the rise in the national debt through fiscal reforms and government restructuring.
Rapid rise in national debt burdens Korea’s next generation
The altar cracks under the weight of an invisible but rigid hierarchy. What appears as a symbol of remembrance also reveals a destructive outline.
The unmaking of ancestral devotion 
The recent Yeongdeok wind turbine accident claimed the lives of three repair workers. It demonstrated how inadequate management systems can result in preventable tragedies.
Yeongdeok wind turbine fire exposes flaws in Korea’s green energy oversight
Following a runner-up finish at the SKAIS Tournament, standout freshman Charlie Park (10) and seasoned sophomore Jayden Lee (77) earn the two all-tournament team spots for the SKAIS Tournament.
Jets battle to two silver finishes at SKAIS  
The DIS girls gather on the sidelines to regroup after a demanding stretch against ISB. During a brief break in play, players refocus their attention and encourage each other as they prepare for the next section of the match.
Jets wrap up season with runner-up finish despite high intensity and chemistry 
The Jets wrap up another successful season after strong showings at several tournaments. Marking his final season with the program, Coach Crewe led the girls through wins and losses alike, making it a memorable journey for the entire team.
Jets battle to the podium in final tournament push
The junior varsity team erupts in celebration as they raise the championship trophy after a hard-fought tournament victory. Surrounded by cheering teammates, the Jets capture the excitement and pride of the team’s accomplishments.
Jets battle through fierce competition at SKAIS basketball tournament
The JV girls basketball team celebrates their first-place finish after an undefeated tournament run. Players proudly display their gold medals following a championship performance fueled by teamwork and determination.
Junior varsity snags gold while varsity falls short at KISAC
The DIS middle school boys basketball team gathers beneath the hoop as players and coaches prepare for the season ahead. With arms crossed and basketballs in hand, the Jets display confidence, unity and determination for the challenges ahead.
Jets basketball showcase hard-fought performances at KISAC
Different schedules, different lifestyles: DIS students and teachers share their thoughts on their mornings and nights.
Are you a night owl or a morning lark?
The awaited 2026 summer break is just around the corner. What activities are you most excited about?
What are your 2026 summer plans?
Students and teachers use their imagination to come up with different superpowers they would like to use on campus. In an imaginary universe, these secret weapons and stealthy strengths could help people enhance their lives. Let’s see what makes DIS a superhero school.
Which superpower would you choose to have at school?
Spot the Differences: NHD Edition
Spot the Differences: NHD Edition
Students implement unique study hacks into their routines, to improve focus productivity and memory. Their strategies help to make learning more manageable and easier to balance.
What are your best study hacks?
Dependency on phones is correlated with reduced concentration and memory impairment. People figure out interesting ways to keep their hands off their phones and their minds in the moment.
What are your hacks to eliminate phone addiction?
Bonnie and Sophie Unfiltered Episode 6: Junior Year Unfiltered
Bonnie and Sophie Unfiltered Episode 6: Junior Year Unfiltered
The Sole of the City
The Sole of the City
Dropping the Needle with James Record
Dropping the Needle with James Record
From Mexico to Japan: Dr. Simi enters the Asian market
From Mexico to Japan: Dr. Simi enters the Asian market
Track the Trend Episode 5: KBO Baseball Debate
Track the Trend Episode 5: KBO Baseball Debate
Curious Mysteries Episode 4: Crying while Laughing and Funny Bone
Curious Mysteries Episode 4: Crying while Laughing and Funny Bone
The Sole of the City
The Sole of the City
Dropping the Needle with James Record
Dropping the Needle with James Record
From Mexico to Japan: Dr. Simi enters the Asian market
From Mexico to Japan: Dr. Simi enters the Asian market
Behind the Tray: The DIS Cafeteria
Behind the Tray: The DIS Cafeteria
Physics Students Learn Momentum Through Egg Drop Challenge
Physics Students Learn Momentum Through Egg Drop Challenge
Beyond the 'Stache: Movember at DIS
Beyond the ‘Stache: Movember at DIS
Bonnie and Sophie Unfiltered Episode 6: Junior Year Unfiltered
Bonnie and Sophie Unfiltered Episode 6: Junior Year Unfiltered
Track the Trend Episode 5: KBO Baseball Debate
Track the Trend Episode 5: KBO Baseball Debate
Curious Mysteries Episode 4: Crying while Laughing and Funny Bone
Curious Mysteries Episode 4: Crying while Laughing and Funny Bone
Between the Pages Episode 4: High School Reading Society
Between the Pages Episode 4: High School Reading Society
Between the Pages Episode 3: I Regret Almost Everything
Between the Pages Episode 3: I Regret Almost Everything
Curious Mysteries Episode 5: The Dyatlov Pass Incident
  • Wednesday, August 12: First Day of School
  • Don't forget your spirit shirts on Friday
The Student News Site of Daegu International School

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Jets Flyover
Maddox Jolly in eighth grade throws a bucket full of water onto Oliver Park in eighth grade to celebrate his win in the splashy game. Park shakes the water out of his ears and laughs it off with good sportsmanship.

[Photos] Jets Team Up for Middle and High School Field Day

Leanne Yoon and Catherine Park • June 13, 2023
Students collaborated and competed in the field day event right before summer break to celebrate the end of the year. Mr. Archer organized the contest for Jets to have a splash of fun with various sports and games including ‘sponge relay,’ ‘ultimate four square,’ and ‘capture the flag.’ Middle and High schoolers cooled off from the stress of final assignments and exams. Here are the highlights from the big day. 
The new Dungeon & Fighter mobile game has been praised for its high quality graphics. Courtesy of Nexon.

Revisiting the Dungeons

Dongjin Kim, Jade Lee, Catherine Park, Elizabeth Ryu, Justin Park, and Grace Chae • August 25, 2022
Nexon, one of the three largest game companies in Korea (the others being NCsoft and Netmarble), started outperforming the other two recently. Starting from KartRider Rush+, the mobile version of the popular Korean game KartRider, and now Dungeon & Fighters M, a mobile remake of one of the most popular RPG franchises in Korea, Nexon is slowly starting to dominate the video game industry in the peninsula.
Even while doing basic tasks, you should always keep a look-out for a shark attack! Courtesy of Steam.

“Raft”: A Survival of the Fittest – and the Most Patient

Alex Park, Mikey Pierog, Jade Lee, and Elizabeth Ryu • August 3, 2022
I sometimes think about what it would be like to be stuck at sea. Raft will meet all of your needs for a survival game. The story is simple: In 2023, the Australian continent sank due to global warming, and by 2028, every major landmass on Earth is practically underwater. Other than a few leftover islands, nothing is left, and the main character(you), drifts away on a raft, trying to salvage whatever is left.
Goose Goose Duck has vivid animations that help players get absorbed into the game. Courtesy of Goose Goose Duck.

The New Mafia Heavyweight: “Goose Goose Duck”

Alex Park, Mikey Pierog, Jade Lee, and Grace Chae • May 8, 2022
In 2018, Among Us changed gaming history. Though it wasn’t that popular upon release, it quickly gained traction during quarantine. Since many people couldn't leave the house or hang out with their friends, online multiplayer games like Among Us were perfect for maintaining connections. Unfortunately, various bugs, players with bad manners, and cheaters made the player’s experience worse. People eventually got tired of Among Us, but after 3 years, a new contender appeared in the murder mystery genre: Goose Goose Duck.
Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel boasts strategic gameplay and engaging visuals. Courtesy of Konami.

Return of the Yu-Gi-Oh! Franchise

Dongjin Kim, Justin Park , and Alyssa Chang • March 26, 2022
It’s time to duel! Any kid from the early to mid 2000s knows that line from the television show, Yu-Gi-Oh. Many years after Yu-Gi-Oh’s first introduction, fans still showed enthusiasm toward the franchise, prompting Konami to release an online Yu-Gi-Oh themed game, Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Links. Years after Duel Links, the sequential Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel made its way to the scene, fully satisfying devoted followers of Yu-Gi-Oh.
A screen capture from Arcane, showcasing the show's beautiful graphics. Courtesy of Justin Park.

Arcane: In a League of its Own 

Justin Park, Section Editor • January 12, 2022
Netflix original “Arcane” has taken the world by storm, dethroning “Squid Game” as the hottest show on the platform. According to IMDB, it currently stands as Netflix’s best-rated series of all time with a score of 9.3 out of 10, while also receiving a 100% on critic’s review on Rotten Tomatoes. “Arcane” might be the ultimate cursebreaker, ending the notorious trend of terrible shows based on video games.
Korean fans express resentment towards the poor customer service of NCSOFT in front of the Korean National Assembly (Courtesy: DailyCNC). Fans complained that, "while customers pay in cash for the new update, the refund was denied while the update disappeared." The final message that concludes the customer's argument states, "What the customers want is a responsible business."

The Doomed Lineage of Korean Video Games

Dongjin Kim, Alyssa Chang, and Justin Park • November 30, 2021
Who is to blame for the state of the domestic gaming industry? The culprits are the three largest game companies in Korea, also referred to as the 3Ns (Nexon, Netmarble, NCsoft). All three corporations are notorious for their greed for money. Like the other two Ns, NCsoft has posed great influence in the Korean game industry. Until the early 2010s, NCsoft was an upstanding company. They published a couple of respectable titles, like Blade & Soul and the PC Lineage series. However, after the grand success of the mobile Lineage franchise - Lineage M and Lineage 2M, things went downhill. 
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