Anwita Premish

Holocaust Survivor Rabbi Lazowski Visits KO: ‘Don’t Give Up. Never Give Up’

April 25, 2026April 19, 2026Anwita Premish

Students and faculty gathered on Monday, April 6, 2026, for a powerful and emotional assembly as Holocaust survivor Rabbi Lazowski, his son Alan Lazowski, and the co-author to his book “Transforming Darkness into Light,” Suzanne Pinkes, visited the KO community to share his story. Introduced by family members and community speakers, the event was not […]

Alysa Liu’s Olympic gold represents more than just a medal for Team USA

March 6, 2026March 1, 2026Anwita Premish

At just 16, Alysa Liu walked away from her dreams. Four years later, she returned, and now she’s standing at the top of the Olympic podium. When American figure skater Alysa Liu stepped onto the ice at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina, expectations were high, but few predicted the historic moment that would follow. […]

Mamdani’s push to lower costs can strengthen New York City

January 30, 2026January 25, 2026Anwita Premish

New York City promises endless opportunities through thriving careers, cultural diversity, and constant energy, yet for many residents, those opportunities are accompanied by the daily stress of affording basic necessities. As rent continues to rise and essential costs increase, mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani has proposed bold changes to ease the financial burden. By advocating for free […]