The two-party system has stood as a staple of the American political system since the 18th century. Despite George Washington’s warning against such a system, the electorate divided into two groups—...

Where did you grow up? I grew up all over the state of California with my mom and dad. We lived in the Bay Area and Pleasanton, outside of San Francisco. My parents got divorced in fifth grade, and...

A new smoothie shop has opened within walking distance North Allegheny Senior High School. The Tropical Smoothie Cafe is located on Perry Highway next to current NASH favorites—Slice on Broadway and...

2023 was regarded as a year for the girls. Millions of Swifties of all ages got the opportunity to see Taylor Swift on her world renowned Eras Tour. Greta Gerwig, a rising name in the film industry, released...

Every year, 4.5 million Americans benefit from blood transfusions, and NASH continues to be part of the initiative once again. The Physical Education Department hosts the spring blood drive with the intent...

Over the past decade, buzz words such as “global warming,” “climate change,” and “carbon footprint" have appeared on everything ranging from informational flyers on the street to the packaging...

From high school students looking for a healthy, refreshing beverage to get through the school day to middle-aged dads hoping to improve their gut biome, a recent fad in the health-nut community is a drink...

On Friday, November 10, Pittsburgh joined folk rock artist Don McLean at the Carnegie Library of Homestead to celebrate 50 years of his album. Reaching the number one spot on the Billboard 200 upon its...

As the Class of 2024 nears voting age, issues that once seemed to be in the hands of adults are suddenly in the students' control— to an extent. As this generation gets older, there is a shift in responsibility....

Emerging from the enigmatic world of Ziggy Stardust, David Bowie had left his fans with sky-high expectations and a growing hunger for the show-stopping performances of a new era.  Bowie entered...

On Friday, October 6th, Narges Mohammadi was announced the winner of the 2023 Nobel Peace Prize. She received this honor as a form of recognition to her fight for gender equality and activism in Iran....

Picture this: You are at a rock concert. But it is not just any rock concert. Before you is an epicene alien covered head to toe in glitter while being torn apart by his disciples from another planet....

Drawing fans in with her unconventional performance style, the legendary Stevie Nicks took Pittsburgh on an unforgettable journey. While she is best-known from her time with the band Fleetwood Mac, Nicks...

"American Pie" by Don McLean has proved a timeless classic of American music history. While the tune is played religiously at July 4th cookouts and Labor Day parades, the history of the song goes so much...

On Sunday August 21st, many North Allegheny students leisurely rolled out of bed. Perhaps it was 9:00 AM, or maybe it was closer to 1 or 2 PM. And as the sun warmed their faces, they soaked in the last...

Every school year, countless articles are published on The Uproar. All of these articles are written by students working to find their voice. The importance of an outlet such as this is often overlooked...

It is no secret that it is college applications overtook the lives of many seniors last fall. A multitude of universities visited NASH, giving students a chance to explore different options nearly all...

If you make your way to the second floor of Washington D.C.’s National Portrait Gallery, you will be met with the One Life: Maya Lin exhibit. Curated by Dorothy Moss, the exhibit illustrates the work...

On Friday, March 24, yoga enthusiasts met in the NASH wrestling room after school at 2:30 for an hour of strengthening and relaxation.  You may have noticed the bright pink flyers around the halls...

In Honors English 3, North Allegheny students read the inspiring story of George Takei in the graphic novel They Called Us Enemy.  The novel encapsulates the trials and tribulations of navigating through...

The issue of the treatment of women in prisons is one that affects many, yet is often not talked about enough. Reproductive health is neglected on a social and legal scale. In the past 50 years, the number...

Winning six Academy Awards upon its theatrical debut in 2017,  La La Land instantly found favor with fans who loved its tale of love, dreams, and loss on the streets of New York City. Now, six years...

Valentine's Day, named after the Catholic patron saint of love, is a commercialized holiday that paints love, romance, and intimacy in a beautiful, shining light. Whether in gift shops, grocery stores,...

On November 30th, Christine McVie, the beloved member of the legendary rock band Fleetwood Mac, passed away.  McVie was an English musician, singer, and songwriter. While she is most famous for her...

Students in Honors Intro to Philosophy are shown the film Into the Wild as part of Unit 2: The Search for Ultimate Reality. Mr. Jamey Pirring, the philosophy teacher, pushes his students to find lessons...

As issues such as reproductive rights, climate justice, and marriage equality found themselves on the ballot this election, more and more young voters took their voices to the ballots and the streets with...

A group of talented NASH students put on a spectacular show this past weekend, captivating the audience and taking them on an emotional rollercoaster in North Allegheny's production of The 25th Annual...

As students entered their lunch periods yesterday they were greeted by a table filled with pamphlets about the upcoming election and voting registration.  As Pennsylvania becomes more of a political...

October 8th, the day everyone had been waiting for, has come and gone. As students got dressed up and had the time of their lives, it is safe to say that Homecoming 2022 was a success.  The anticipation...

Flashing lights, extravagant costumes, and rhinestone-covered guitars were just a few of the splendors the audience saw on the stage of  Mr. Smalls Theatre at Tessa Violet’s Rise of the Phoenix tour...

On January 22nd, 1973, Roe  v. Wade  was passed into law, stating that a woman can receive an abortion until the point that a fetus is viable. On June 24th, 2022 -- nearly 50 years later -- the law was...

It’s six o’clock on a Saturday morning. After a long week of school, the only thing you want to do is smash the snooze button on your alarm and continue sleeping. However, today you are not so lucky....