Brexit: the already controversial issue that seems to only deteriorate as time passes. It is a deal that many economists…
What La Chat Students Are Wearing
Want to find out what High Schoolers really wear to school in Geneva?
Riots in Belfast
Foodie Masters: Taste Falaque’s Indo-Bengali Cuisine
Friday night came around and we decided to order takeaway from one of our favorite restaurants. ‘Falaque’, based in Nyon,…
The Rise of Anti-Asian Hate Crimes in the US
Since the start of the Coronavirus pandemic, the number of reports of anti-Asian hate crimes have increased drastically all around…
‘The last time I loved you’ – a creative piece
there is a river made of no streams it holds no water no blinding gleam within me its dancing as…
Ecolint Creative Writing Competition!
Hello Ecolint! We are launching the very first Ecolint Creative Writing Competition. Nations, La Chat, and LGB students from years…
It’s Time to Cancel Cancel Culture
In recent years, a new form of social ostracization and blacklisting has become prevalent in society – affecting everyone from…
Dismantling the “Not all men” Argument
Since the Harvey Weinsten allegations came to light along with the Me Too movement, more women have been talking about…
Are You a Self-Deceiver?
Self-deception is a concept that has been studied for years by philosophers and psychologists. It is a process in which…
Foodie Masters: Taste Tartines & Co’s Hamburgers!
Hi there, welcome back to our food blog! This week, we decided to try a diverse restaurant which offers baked…
‘Hours After Midnight’ – a creative piece
It was hours after midnight and the night had been ghastly from the start. I stumbled on my way to…
La Chat Students… behind the mask
-Photos taken by Evelyn Han
Memories: can you trust them?
A false memory is a recollection of an event which may seem real in your mind, but has been fabricated…
‘For the one who dreamt of stranger worlds’ – a creative piece
I told the stars about you, Crouched down in my bed, as I clasped my hands together, I whispered it…
Capital Punishment: Barbaric or Necessary?
Capital punishment is a method used since the earliest societies with the hopes of crime deterrence. Historical records show it…
‘Girls are more mature than boys’: The Harm of Gendered Stereotypes
‘Girls are more mature than boys’ is a phrase that is commonly used to explain the differences between these two…
Foodie Masters: Taste Motel Le Leman’s Pizza!
Hey there, welcome to our Food blog! We are the Foodie Masters: Madeleine Bresky, Antonia Molnar, and Amelie Dubois –…
The Continued Imbalance of the Portrayal of Women in Politics
Although society is constantly evolving and becoming more feminist, the portrayal of women in politics continues to be imbalanced. The…
Patriotism
For years, patriotism has been placed on a pedestal, a divine duty that all citizens must strive for daily. To…
The Story of VICKtory
By the VICKtory team Working with the VICKtory school for the Deaf in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Who are we: We…
‘The burden of the snow’ – a creative piece
Burdened by the cold air of a winter’s breath, Dead petals folding in on themselves, Every living thing, once living…
Dr Emanuele Capobianco: Director of Health and Care at the International Federation of Red Cross on the work Carried Out by the Organisation
Check out our video interview and conference with Dr Emanuele Capobianco; the director of health and care at the International…
Genevie Fernandes: Public Health Researcher on When and How a Country should go into Lockdown
Check out our conference and interview with Genevie Fernandes; a public health researcher at Edinburgh University who discusses when and…
Rita French: UK Ambassador for Human Rights
Check out our video conference and interview with Rita French; the UK ambassador for Human rights. Conference: https://vimeo.com/491995243/10e7369be6 Interview: https://vimeo.com/491995703/d3016154e3
Selective Censorship – Twitter Has Gone Too Far
Little more than a week into 2021, on January 8, the California-based social networking service Twitter announced that it had…
‘Don’t tell them you can see’ – a creative piece
The blackness I am so used to seeing begins to blur. Small spots of grey appear. I hold my breath,…
Anorexia: the Mental Aspect
After reading the incredibly inspiring article concerning anorexia, and being a recovered anorexia patient myself, I was eager to expand…
The Mandalorian Season Two: A Review
***This review contains spoilers*** After what might have felt like one of the longest years in recent memory, our favourite…
‘Tainted Truth’ – A Creative Piece
They told me it was the city of angels. But somehow everywhere I go, The devil is there. How can…
Rosie Garthwaite on Becoming a War Journalist at 22 without Hostile Environment Training
While their efforts often go unnoticed, war journalists are arguably unsung heroes of democratic societies for the risk they undertake…
Will Joe Biden’s presidency reduce tensions between Iran and the US, bringing positive change to the people of Iran?
The rise and fall of the Iran-US relations may go back to the early 1900s starting with the tensions over…
The Real Survivors of the Pandemic
March 25th 2020. Like broken records, all television channels and radio broadcasts are announcing the same thing: India is under lockdown. No one can leave the house.
Rising to the Top at 5’1
During her tenure, Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg not only transformed the law and challenged social conventions in every way possible,…
Dr Seth Berkley: Infectious Disease Epidemiologist and CEO of GAVI Alliance on Distributing a Vaccine for COVID-19
During a global pandemic, health experts must ensure the development of a safe and effective vaccine backed by sufficient data…
Throwing Stones In A Glass House
In recent weeks, the controversy concerning the 2020 United States presidential elections has risen to the top of more than…
Ciara Judge: Irish Scientist on Mitigating the Global Food Crisis and Gaining Scientific Recognition at Age 15
Ciara Judge gained scientific recognition in 2013 at the mere age of 15 for winning the EU Young Scientist of…
Dr Margaret Harris: UK Spokesperson for the WHO on Effective Communication during Health Crises
In times of crisis, communicators must maintain the precarious balance of retaining the public’s trust while simultaneously proclaiming uncertainty of…
Porter Halyburton: Former Prisoner of War on Getting Shot Down and Captured in Vietnam
Shot down and captured by Vietnamese forces in 1965, US veteran Porter Halyburton spent the following 8 years imprisoned in…
Sound Pollution in Switzerland and How it Affects Us and Our Environment
We often hear about pollution coming from cars, planes or plastics, but what about sound pollution? Sound pollution is the…
Seeking Validation in Body Image
Growing up has its undeniable challenges, in which body image becomes an increasing struggle. There seems to be a lot…
STAY AT HOME NEWSLETTER
ACTIVITIES TO TRY AT HOME: Sewing Embroidery Photography Music production Photo editing Complete a project at home that has been…
THE DHARAVI PROJECT
Today we are faced with the Covid-19 virus that has disrupted and uprooted our way of life. With 4.28 million…
Seeking Validation – A Series
Introduction The madness of teenage years. We’ve all come to this age where the world around us seems to unfold…
My Battle With Anorexia
I am a recovering anorexic. Eating disorders are not a commonly discussed topic, which previously had made it difficult for…
Year 10 Response to Covid-19
What comes to mind when the words ‘spare time’ are mentioned? No doubt your thoughts driftto the likes of Netflix,…
Covid-19 Drawing
Paula Radcliffe: interviewing the long-distance legend
Join The Update in exploring the amazing career of Paula Radcliffe, a woman from Bedford who ended up achieving the…
Bored in quarantine? Here are some things to keep you busy…
With the current situation regarding COVID-19, we are advised to stay at home (with differing rules in Switzerland and France)…
Veganism, the Better Way!
“Eating meat is murder!”. Whether you agree with this or not, fellow students and teachers of La Châtaigneraie, I hope…
Mental Health During Quarantine! Tips & Tricks From La Chât Teachers
Some words of wisdom from assorted teachers, heads of years and an unidentified green thing. Stay healthy, stay safe, stay…
Helen Czerski: Oceanographer, Physicist & Bubble Enthusiast
Earlier this year, the Update had the pleasure of interviewing Helen Czerski, a renowned British oceanographer and physicist. A woman…
