Show BioHide BioMinting Young is currently in Grade 12 at the American International School of Guangzhou. This is her first year reporting for The Beacon. Minting was born in New Jersey, USA, but moved to Guangzhou when she was just over one year old. She has been living in Guangzhou and attending AISG ever since she entered kindergarten. She enjoys listening to R&B, indie, and rap music. A keen reader of The Beacon, Minting hopes to improve her writing abilities and expand her knowledge about journalism through this experience.
Welcome to the Instrumental Study Playlist! In the next couple of weeks, all of the high school will be spending a great amount of energy; they will be reviewing for summative tests, working on important projects, and for the seniors, IB exams. There will defi... More »
The American International School of Guangzhou (AISG) is considered one of the most reputable international schools in the province of Guangdong. The high school students who attend school here are privileged to have great teachers, resources, and facilities. ... More »
Incest—it is one of the few notions considered to be wildly taboo on a global scale. Even the mere thought of romantic or sexual relations existing between two siblings or a parent and his or her child is enough to make one gasp in horror. For obvious reasons,... More »
Welcome to the Road Trip Song Playlist! In just a couple of days, we will be out of school and on vacation once again. Whether or not you are actually going on a road trip next week, prepare for your break by checking out these songs and getting back in the va... More »
Welcome to the Holiday Jams Playlist! Exams are nearing… but so is Winter Break! Allow yourself a little time to relax by listening to some classic holiday songs. If you have any recommendations for future playlists or would like me to feature your own persona... More »
Originating from China, Tai chi is an exercise that promotes mental and physical health. While the martial art helps to develop one’s defensive skills, it can also serve as a form of meditation and stress-relieving. Last week, we had the opportunity to learn m... More »
Welcome to the Throwback Songs Playlist! With the school year getting busier and busier, what all of you desperately need right now is a proper break… and what better way to have that than jam to throwback songs? If you have any recommendations for future play... More »
Welcome new students, new admin, and new teachers! It’s a great start of the year with three new wonderful social studies teachers–these mysterious newcomers spill all of their hidden secrets in the exclusive interviews recorded below! Let’s get to know them! ... More »
Welcome to the Back To School Playlist! Now that everyone has more or less recovered from the post-summer-vacation laziness, here’s a study playlist to further help ease you all back into the world of rigorous classes and homework. Please feel free to leave re... More »