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Cat Talk
The student news site of Millbrook High School

Cat Talk
The student news site of Millbrook High School

Cat Talk
Margaux Hunter

Margaux Hunter, Section Editor

Hey Cat Talk  reader! My name is Margaux Hunter, and this is my third year on the newspaper staff. I am a senior here at Millbrook High School. I think I am a fun and energetic person who you have probably seen at Chick-Fil-A at least twice this week. I enjoy writing, especially conspiracy theories, and I hope that my articles are actually being read!

All content by Margaux Hunter
Shaking hands with Russian President Vladamir Putin, US President Donald Trump, among other world leaders attended the 2017 G-20 Hamburg Summit. The Senate Intelligence Committee, headed by NC Senator Richard Burr, unanimously agreed with the findings of the Intelligence Community from 2017: Russia did interfere with our 2016 election and favored Trump over Clinton.

Senate Committee agreed that Russia interfered in the 2016 election

Margaux Hunter, Features Editor
May 1, 2020
Purchasing produce, these customers visit a market in Wuhan, China, where COVID-19 originated. There is a lot of misinformation about the virus on the internet right now, so make sure you get your news from trusted sources like the CDC and WHO.

The Real Deal: Debunking theories about COVID-19

Margaux Hunter, Features Editor
April 15, 2020
Smirking for his mugshot, Epstein was charged with sex trafficking and sexual abuse against a minor. Epstein is the base for the conspiracy regarding his death: Was he killed or did he kill himself?

The Real Deal: Was the death of Jeffrey Epstein a suicide or a homicide?

Margaux Hunter, Features Editor
April 9, 2020
March is International Women's Month!

March is International Women’s Month!

Margaux Hunter, Features Editor
March 23, 2020
Crowded with people, Pullen Park, located near downtown Raleigh, has closed as a part of the move to close all City of Raleigh parks and facilities. This closure put many people out of a job for at least the next month, and with the situation surrounding COVID-19 changing almost daily, there is a lot of uncertainty leading to panic in our community.

City of Raleigh parks closed due to COVID-19

Margaux Hunter, Features Editor
March 21, 2020
Kai Crutchfield graduated from Millbrook three years ago and has since made a name for herself on the NC State Women’s basketball team. She played in this year’s ACC tournament, helping the Wolfpack win their first championship since 1991.

NC State wins ACC tournament for the first time in 29 years

Margaux Hunter, Features Editor
March 11, 2020
Performing at a concert, Khalid sings in front of the crowd. Khalid has created countless hit songs and was named one of the most influential people of 2019; his authenticity is something that he is respected for.

Recognizing Khalid for his birthday

Margaux Hunter, Features Editor
February 12, 2020
Shaking Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s hand, US President Donald Trump met with his Ukrainian counterpart in September. A phone call between these two leaders is the primary cause for the articles of impeachment against Donald Trump.

President Trump is voted to be impeached

Margaux Hunter, Features Editor
December 19, 2019
Censoring his mouth, junior Michael Stone drops the f-bomb. Swear words only have power because we try to keep them out of polite conversations, but cursing can have many benefits such as relieving stress and building trust with others.

Is cursing good for you?

Margaux Hunter, Features Editor
December 18, 2019
Waving in the wind on the moon (wait a minute...), the American flag stands tall on the surface. Although six percent of Americans believed that the Apollo 11 mission was a hoax in 1999, it has been proven time and time again to be legitimate and altogether a win for Americans.

The Real Deal: Was the Apollo 11 mission a government hoax?

Margaux Hunter, Features Editor
December 18, 2019
Depicting Jesus and his twelve disciples at the Last Supper, Leonardo Da Vinci recreated one of the most well-known events from the Bible. Having thirteen guests at this dinner may be one of the reasons why the number thirteen is so unlucky and later contributed to the superstition behind Friday the Thirteenth.

Why Friday the Thirteenth is extra superstitious

Margaux Hunter, Features Editor
December 13, 2019
Exhaling a cloud of water vapor, a man demonstrates using an e-cigarette for recreation. Although the use of vapes is marketed as a way to quit smoking, the flavors of nicotine juice have drawn the attention of young people, some of whom are now experiencing health issues from the chemicals in said juice.

The vaping crisis worsens

Margaux Hunter, Features Editor
November 18, 2019
Picturing Nelson Mandela, Steve Biko, The Berenstain Bears, Rich Uncle Pennybags, and Mr. Peanut (from left to right, top to bottom), it is clear that there are some similarities between both South African activists, as well as between the Mr. Pennybags and Mr. Peanut. These similarities can cause the phenomenon of false memories, which are at the foundation of the Mandela Effect.

The Real Deal: Is the Mandela Effect real?

Margaux Hunter, Features Editor
November 4, 2019
Depicting the waving American flag, this “I voted” sticker can be found on many proud Americans’ shirts on Election Day. By making Election Day a Federal Holiday, many more Americans would be able to wear this sticker, without sacrificing anything else.

Should Election Day be a Federal Holiday?

Margaux Hunter, Features Editor
November 4, 2019
Pointing at her Common Application account, Senior Kaylee Zuniga hides her college stress behind a smile. Although planning for college can be stressful, Kaylee took the steps that were necessary for her success throughout high school so that she can be confident in her application now.

Setting yourself up for success in college

Margaux Hunter, Features Editor
September 29, 2019
Showing what Flat Earthers believe to be how our world really looks, this pictures represents the Earth as a flat disk. Is the Round Earth conspiracy just a government ruse to keep us ignorant and docile?

The Real Deal: The truth about the curvature of the Earth

Margaux Hunter, Editorials Editor
May 22, 2019
Taking a break from studying, sophomore Sitara Brent takes a bite out of her nutritious Clif Bar. By giving yourself a five minute break and a nutritious snack in between studying, you can increase your energy and maintain your focus.

Proven methods to help you study for finals

Margaux Hunter, Editorials Editor
May 22, 2019
Decorated for Ramadan, the streets of Jerusalem shine into the night. Ramadan is one of the biggest celebrations within the Islamic faith, and it started at sundown last night!

Celebrating Ramadan

Margaux Hunter, Editorials Editor
May 6, 2019
Glowing light surrounds the event horizon of the black hole. It took 200 scientists in 20 countries who collaborated for a decade to capture a photo of a black hole for the first time.

Captured: the first-ever picture of a black hole

Margaux Hunter, Editorials Editor
April 12, 2019
Speaking at an event when she was 115, Kane Tanaka is now the world’s oldest woman. Tanaka was recognized by Guinness World Records as the oldest woman alive on March 9, 2019, at the age of 116 years old.

Kane Tanaka confirmed oldest woman alive

Margaux Hunter, Editorials Editor
March 27, 2019
Looking off into the distance, President Trump is pictured with Vice President Mike Pence. Both men are included in a conspiracy theory that involves time travel, two late nineteenth-century books, the death of Nicola Tesla, and more!

The Real Deal: Is our President hiding information about time travel?

Margaux Hunter, Editorials Editor
March 20, 2019
Rehearsing for their roles in Willy Wonka, members of Millbrook theater dance around the stage. Millbrook’s rendition of Willy Wonka, a classic

Willy Wonka comes to Millbrook!

Margaux Hunter, Editorials Editor
March 20, 2019
As a supporter of an annual Women's Day, Clara Zetkin attended the Second International Socialist Women's Conference in 1910. She seconded the original proposal made by Luise Zietz.

How International Women’s Day came to be celebrated on March 8

Margaux Hunter, Editorials Editor
March 8, 2019
Holding her poster with a pun, Jenna Cirillo asked her boyfriend Alex Santiago to Winterbash. Today is Valentine’s Day, which is your last chance to romantically ask someone out to the dance!

Your last chance to cuff this season!

Margaux Hunter, Editorials Editor
February 14, 2019

Black History Month FYI: Harlem Renaissance

Margaux Hunter, Editorials Editor
February 6, 2019
Hanging in front of the Lincoln Memorial, a sign tells the public that all National Parks are closed as a result of the pending government shutdown. The longest government shutdown in history occurred this year and has left 800,000 government workers without pay.

The longest government shutdown in history

Margaux Hunter, Editorials Editor
January 24, 2019
Resembling a bird, a man is preparing to launch his drone. Although the alleged bird-drones made by the US government would have looked much more realistic than the one pictured, the drones are used for stealthy surveillance.

The Real Deal: Birds are actually government drones

Margaux Hunter, Editorials Editor
January 16, 2019
Walking across the stage (name) greets Principal Mrs. King with a smile and a handshake. The National Achievers Society works to acknowledge the academic success of minorities.

NAS at MHS: what is it?

Margaux Hunter, Editorials Editor
December 19, 2018
Dabbing on the world because he knows he will never be discovered, Santa is a figurehead that many kids grow up believing in. Because of his advanced technology, Santa may never be formally discovered, but it is obvious that he exists.

The Real Deal: Is there really a Santa Claus?

Margaux Hunter, Editorials Editor
December 19, 2018
Climbing the fence, a young man looks over the border-fence. Samuel Oliver-Bruno, an illegal immigrant in Durham, NC, has been recently arrested by ICE when he left the church he was staying at to meet the requirements for his petition to delay his deportation.

Undocumented immigrant in Durham is arrested

Margaux Hunter, Editorials Editor
December 3, 2018
Posing with solemn looks, two former presidents are optimistic about beginning to run their country, but are killed before they can fully carry out their wishes. Although they lived and died one hundred years apart, there are some interesting parallels between the two men’s lives and deaths.

One hundred years apart, but so similar

Margaux Hunter, Editorials Editor
November 22, 2018
Stan Lee died on November 12 at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. Lee is a creator of Marvel comic-books and is known for the creation of many iconic superheroes that are still loved today.

Stan Lee dies at age 95

Margaux Hunter, Editorials Editor
November 12, 2018
Emma and Margaux debate the controversial issue of class size in public schools.

That’s What She Said: Why a larger class size is beneficial to students

Margaux Hunter, Editorials Editor
October 29, 2018
Used as the cover for his single, “Look at Me!”, Jahseh Onfroy poses for his mugshot. Onfroy was shot and killed in June of 2018, but some people believe that he is not actually dead.

The Real Deal: Is X really dead?

Margaux Hunter, Editorials Editor
October 29, 2018
The cover of The Book Thief shows that, like dominoes, one event can lead to a chain of events that are all connected to each other. The language and how the book is written, with huge social and political change going on in the background, gives readers a very different perspective of causation.

Unravel the Pages

Margaux Hunter, Editorials Editor
October 12, 2018
Being sworn into the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit in June, 2006, Brett Kavanugh is pictured with former president George Bush. Kavanaugh has recently become the center of attention, when sexual allegations arose surrounding him by three women.

Kavanaugh accused of sexual misconduct

Margaux Hunter, Editorials Editor
October 1, 2018
Dribbling the basketball, Michael Jordan is intently focused on winning the game at hand. Michael Jordan did not make it onto his high school basketball varsity team, but worked hard to reach his goals, and as a result, he has become one of the most well-known athletes of all time, proving how important hard work is, regardless of talent.

Sound Opinions

Margaux Hunter, Staff Reporter
May 22, 2018
Frolicking in the sprinkler, a young Margaux Hunter wears her goggles like sunglasses. The best way to beat the heat is to mess around in the sprinkler, because no one will judge you, for they are too busy being jealous.

Ways to beat the summer heat

Margaux Hunter, Staff Reporter
May 22, 2018
Smiling into the distance with her signature pearls visible, Barbara Bush is seen as “everyone’s grandmother.” Mrs. Bush passed away on Tuesday, April 17.

Barbara Bush dies at age 92

Margaux Hunter, Staff Reporter
April 18, 2018
Presenting her project about social media, sophomore Carmen Blackwell speaks confidently. This week was presentation week for all sophomores, as they were all required to complete this six month long process to create a product of some kind for their personal project.

Personal Project comes to a close

Margaux Hunter, Staff Reporter
March 25, 2018
Holding the pencils she bought for her students, Madame Durocher smiles, but she is screaming for more funding on the inside. Teachers nationwide are forced to buy supplies for their students out of their own pocket because there is not enough public school financing.

Public schools lack sufficient education funding

Margaux Hunter, Staff Reporter
March 16, 2018
Showing off his cash, sophomore Gray Doby has more than enough money to buy a Cookout tray, but not enough to go out to dinner with his friends at The Angus Barn. This young man demonstrates the balance between not having enough money, and having too much, which is the equation for being the happiest one could be.

Sound Opinions

Margaux Hunter, Staff Reporter
March 16, 2018
Cutting the cord on cable and switching to streaming devices has become increasingly popular among Americans. Many of these people are looking for a cheaper alternative to watching their favorite TV shows and movies.

Cutting the cord on cable

Margaux Hunter, Staff Reporter
February 17, 2018
Floating in between death and the next life, a man is seen being taken towards the light, a common phrase used to describe the mental process of dying. The man is moving from his earthly body to the next life.

Is there life after death?

Margaux Hunter, Staff Reporter
February 3, 2018
Spreading misinformation, these gentlemen are running around town giving out newspapers that contain one-sided stories. This cartoon depicts exaggerated bias and how people cannot wait to spread their opinions.

The news is spinning out of control

Margaux Hunter, Staff Reporter
January 10, 2018
Waiting in extremely long lines, Black Friday shoppers brave the mall to get some good deals. Super Saturday’s shopper turnout is expected to be similar to that of Black Friday this year.

Super Saturday is your last chance!

Margaux Hunter, Staff Reporter
December 22, 2017
Shaking Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s hand, President Trump visits the Israel Museum earlier this year. Prime Minister Netanyahu was pleased with President Trump’s recent decision to move the US embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem.

Jerusalem recognized as the capital of Israel by President Trump

Margaux Hunter, Staff Reporter
December 6, 2017
Shining in the Sun’s light, the Red Planet is seen from the perspective of a distant satellite. The question of colonizing another planet has long been a curious subject of interest to many, and now may be the time that it is not just a theory.

Is it possible to colonize Mars?

Margaux Hunter, Staff Reporter
October 20, 2017
Playing his guitar, musician Tom Petty is able to wow his audience with hits like "American Girl." Petty recently passed away on October 2 after suffering from cardiac arrest.

Tom Petty dies at age sixty-six

Margaux Hunter, Staff Reporter
October 3, 2017
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