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Local artists use their work as a form of protest
Four D.C. artists demonstrate the different forms that protest art can take Published in The Eagle The protests taking place across all 50 states and dozens of countries, since the killing of George Floyd, have received immense and ongoing attention. Beyond protesting in the streets, art can raise awareness of police violence and racial inequality. These four D.C. artists have been using art to make political protest statements for years. Zsudayka Nzinga Terrell owns Terrel
Cecilia Markley
Apr 22, 20214 min read
Effect of Peer-to-Peer Payment Apps on Unbanked Americans
The American economy is the largest in the world, but, like many others, the past few years have seen a departure from the use of cash. The recent introduction of peer-to-peer payment apps has abetted this move to a digital economy. Peer-to-peer payment apps, sometimes abbreviated as P2P payment apps, allow users to transfer money instantly from their bank accounts into the accounts of those to whom they owe money. These apps are growing in popularity among young people, part
Cecilia Markley
Apr 21, 20214 min read
5G small cells discussed at ANC 2E monthly meeting
A controversial new technology was among the issues discussed at Advisory Neighborhood Commission 2E’s monthly meeting Monday at 6:30 pm. Small cells are growing in popularity among Internet service providers and mobile phone carriers. These low-powered cellular radio access nodes are meant to be used in place of cell towers for existing 4G technology and planned 5G technology. While ISPs and mobile phone carriers generally support the rollout of small cells, there has been s
Cecilia Markley
Apr 21, 20213 min read
FRHS Band Marches in Inauguration
The Franklin Regional band had the honor of performing in the Inaugural Parade for 45th President Donald Trump on January 20th. Band teacher Kevin Pollock applied to perform at the inauguration on the Armed Forces Inaugural Committee’s online band application site and found out that FR was accepted on December 20th. While it may have been short notice for the band students, they wasted no time to begin preparation for the parade. Junior drum major Ashley Li said that she felt
Cecilia Markley
Apr 21, 20213 min read
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