By: Zamir Salman i try to hold it together, but i'm not okay inside. every siren i hear from now till forever will be another unsaid goodbye. when did all our love become words said with spite? every heart that's hurt becomes another one quiet. now i walk home alone with all of your hurt. i feel like my soul can't take another word. and i go to sleep just to dream of fantasies. how do i leave it all in the dust if i'm not even here? my vacant eyes are more than escapists of fear. i'm always running while they fight on the front lines, but where do i turn when there are no signs? i'm stuck in a ..read more

By: Saher Kapadia ,Election:, a formal and organized choice by vote of a person for a political office or other position No matter the differing age, race, nationality, religious identity, sexuality people possess, the American presidential election is capable of captivating the minds (and at times hearts) of all. Some may attribute this 'majestic' quality to the thematics and grandeur off the presidential campaigns - after all the intent of these campaigns is to grab the attention of individuals. However, the truth is, America is a powerful country therefore their political, economic, milita ..read more

By: Alia Meas Are you a fan of YOU? Euphoria? Gossip Girl? Chances are that you have either seen or heard about one of these cult-favorite TV Shows and whether or not you would like to admit it, all of these shows embrace toxic and abusive relationships. Maddy and Nate from Euphoria? Every time I see a fan edit with the caption ‘relationship goals’ I get triggered. Did the audience suddenly forget that he nearly strangled her to death? Just because a man is hot, this does not justify all the harm he has done and vice versa. Hollywood and social media has to stop normalizing violence and unhea ..read more

C O V I D - 1 9: Commonly referred to as the coronavirus, Covid-19 is an infectious disease. To learn more about how the virus spreads, symptoms it causes, and safety measures to undertake click the attached link: Learn more on who.int The coronavirus outbreak has and is still creating tragic outcomes all over the world. The Middle team would like to express our thoughts and prayers to the deceased and condolences to their families and loved ones. Dubai is a city very dear to The Middle team as it is where our founders be-friended each other, grew up, laughed, cried, sweated and so on. Living ..read more

Looking for good vibes and life-improving content? You’ve come to the right place. Here’s a curated list of three YouTube channels to watch whether you need motivation to be productive, inspiration to change your life or just some good vibes. Matt D'avella This minimalist youtuber/film-maker promotes intentional living, slow growth, good habits, and of course minimalism. If you’re looking for light-hearted minimalist humour, aesthetic coffee-making montages, & inspiring self improvement content, this channel is for you. These life-changing videos will definitely get you thinking about the ..read more

By: Karina Tama Organic chemistry is one tough subject to pass. It can be too complicated and covers a lot of areas and touches on many things. There are too many things to learn. You can’t simply fake it until you make it. It’s not something you can learn overnight or a few days. A semester is not even enough. This does not, however, mean that you can’t survive organic chemistry. With great study habits and some study and exam tips, you will make it through and even ace the subject: 1.Have a positive mindset. Know that you are not alone. Even excellent students struggle with Organic Chemistr ..read more

To all the IB students reading this, The Middle team wishes you luck. We understand that there have been various changes to the IB content and exam structure. Please click on the links below to see if the information we are sharing is relevant to you. * If you are a May 2021 candidate there have been amendments made to your exams * ,,https://www.ibo.org/globalassets/programme-information/dp/overview_of_adaptations_for_m21_session_for_the_diploma_and_career_related_programmes_final_11082020.pdf 1. DO NOT take a subject you have no interest in. The biggest mistake I made in IB was choosing a su ..read more

Environmentalist: A person who is concerned with and/or advocates for the protection of the environment. My journey into environmentalism has been slow, riveting and continuously in progress. It may sometimes feel like it is hard to join a movement because you find yourself taking more than a 5 minute shower or drinking a Starbucks coffee without a reusable mug. But that is okay! Change takes time and it is important to realize that everyone begins a journey from the bottom. In my opinion, you will not become a ‘perfect’ environmentalist because you can not - the title simply does not exist ..read more

By: Simone The world of coffee can be slightly daunting, especially when the process of learning the fine intricacies of coffee-making forces you to encounter a lot of information from professional coffee experts who may possibly seem a tad-bit intimidating. Here's where I come in. Hi! Welcome. This is a safe space for all of us coffee-lovers who might not yet (or ever) feel like they have the expertise on coffee that everyone else magically seems to have. I love coffee. I also love making coffee. But do I really know how to make it? I mean, I wouldn't say I’m an expert (*insert wink face*) b ..read more

During high school I immersed myself in creating/attending various events, campaigns, conferences and while the journey improved my confidence, leadership, public speaking skills and so on it also provided me with a lot of lessons. I hope sharing my insights gives a confused student confidence and reassurance in their own venture. Dream Big Start Small When planning a project it can be very easy to get overhyped and to dream BIG - it feels as if you are planning to build a whole universe !. And that is perfectly alright, in fact I encourage it. Thinking about the possibilities can make you b ..read more