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Hey everyone!
Its exam fever, so I’m sending out some extra good vibes and wishing all my friends the best of luck! Starting today , my newsletter will be going out once a month, and guess what? It’s still 100% FREE! For this month’s edition, I decided to load it up with some extra inspiration—because let's face it, we could all use a little motivation right now with exams looming over us. I’m keeping this one focused on achievements, to help get you through the grind. We've got this!
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Two-in-one (like this game below:)Hunger Hero?
The GEMS Genius Scholarship recipient
The Book Illustrators Gallery: Open Call
Usually something cool , 16 yr old Green Hero in town.
👏 Huge shout out to my junior Priyal Mohindra the recipient of the #GEMS Genius Scholarship 2025. An IBDP1 student from GEMS Modern Academy she has displayed a strong school record with exceptional grades, notable competition achievements, & remarkable talent in the tech & innovation category. A snippet about this busy Entrepreneur & Innovator:
Founder of Go Granola: Created a healthy snack business that has generated over 1,000 AED in sales.
Created E-quality.com: Developed a website prototype aimed at supporting learning for children with autism.
Host of Tech Odyssey Competition (June 2024): Leading an initiative to promote girls in STEM, inspiring the next generation of young innovators.
"Ad astra!" Priyal. 👏
#GEMSscholarship
♻️🌱Meet Rishabh Mittal, a 16-year-old high school student at Dubai International Academy, Emirates Hills. A highly motivated student with a strong foundation in robotics and a deep passion for research and sustainability. With over 4+ years dedicated to sustainability, Rishabh thrives on tackling new challenges and continuously expanding his knowledge. His hands-on approach and innovative mindset make him stand out as a future leader in both technology and sustainability. Join his mission with Going Green Dubai! Started as part of his Year 9 IB MYP project, his initiative began with plastic bottle campaigns and quickly expanded to include E-waste. Going Green Dubai encourages youth to lead the charge in preserving the planet. Amazing ♻️🌱feat-so far he has collected and 👇️
Recycled 17,000 plastic bottles
Recycled 1,300 kgs of paper
Recycled 5,400 kgs of electronic waste 👏
Now, Rishabh is inviting YOU to join this exciting cause. One bottle, One paper, and One piece of E-waste at a time. Who’s with me?
#sustainability #inspiration
🚀 Also introducing Manan Chandak, a 16-year-old Year 12 student at Brighton College Abu Dhabi, all the way from the capital! With a deep passion for Economics, Manan is aiming for a career in investment banking or consulting.He’s also the co-founder of Teen Letter, a platform that highlights insightful blogs from young minds around the world. From productivity hacks to mental well-being, trendy teen dilemmas to future planning, this space aims to deliver content that feels real, relatable, and refreshing, making it the perfect space to level up your creative journey.Got bite-sized poems or short stories to share? Teen Pen (this new feature) is your go-to space to spark conversations, exchange ideas, and showcase your creativity. Check out some amazing blogs at teenletter.com and be part of the movement! Pssst… they offer Internship 👈️ opportunities too!
#creativity #internships
🫡 At just 12 years old, Suborno Isaac Bari, a recent high school graduate, is set to study math and physics at New York University this fall. Raised by parents in education—his father teaches physics and his mother is an elementary school teacher—Suborno memorized the periodic table at age 2. He aims to graduate college by 14 in spring 2026 and is already planning for a doctoral program. While he may pursue a second Ph.D. in physics, his primary focus is math.
Suborno is the recipient of the Global Child Prodigy Award from Nobel Laureate Kailash Satyarthi.
At the age of 4, he received recognition from former President Barack Obama for his accomplishments in math and science.
At the age of 6, Suborno was recognized by Harvard University for his problem-solving abilities and was accepted into New York City’s gifted and talented program.
Child Prodigy!!
#physicist #prodigy
👉️ From the world of AI 🚀 Meet Alexandr Wang – the genius being dubbed the next Elon Musk! At just 19, he founded Scale AI and became the world’s youngest self-made billionaire, worth $7.3 billion. Now, tech titans OpenAI and Microsoft are racing to get his expertise. Here's how this young visionary is revolutionizing AI and building a billion-dollar empire:Scale doesn’t just label driving footage – it predicts behavior (like whether that pedestrian will cross). In healthcare, it tracks tumor progression, helping doctors catch diseases earlier and slashing diagnosis time by 60%.For the military, Scale analyzes satellite images, tracks damage, and directs aid with military precision in real-time.The secret behind it all? Flawless quality control. AI tracks worker performance, ensuring perfection—and even the Pentagon trusts their data. Oh, and ChatGPT uses Scale to make its AI sound more human.
#Scale #Chatgpt
#foodprogram
😄 Let’s play a game!! Come on be a hero-just play this game!! How does this work??Its super simple….Its called Freerice. 100% of all funds generated via Freerice go to the World Food Programme. Private sponsors match the rice grain donations generated within Freerice, triggering a financial payment to WFP. This money goes into the pot of "greatest needs" to support the organization's ongoing emergencies. Freerice does not earn or keep any money it raises. Spread the Rice…errr word!
#charity #freerice
👏 Fantastic News: Scientists found a huge underground ocean 400 miles beneath Earth’s surface, holding three times more water than all the oceans combined. 🌊🤯The water is trapped in a mineral called ‘ringwoodite’, which soaks up and stores water like a sponge.This discovery, from the study Dehydration Melting at the Top of the Lower Mantle, suggests Earth has a hidden water cycle.Scientists have been looking for this missing deep water for decades. Geophysicist Steve Jacobsen said scientists used seismic activity to find this reservoir, changing how we understand Earth’s inner workings.
#earth #ocean
Events around you
🖌️ Mysticeti is a supportive community for artists of diverse backgrounds and ages. They design initiatives that nurture the creative potential of individuals and provide a platform for showcasing their works.Creating an inclusive space where artists can connect and collaborate. Connect & learn more about their creative Initiatives:
Kauri, Centre for Art and Storytelling
Mysticeti's Journal
The Pod
Submission deadline 10 March 2025
Asian Festival of Children’s Content: The Book Illustrators Gallery (BIG) Open Call The Book Illustrators Gallery (BIG) is a key feature of the Asian Festival of Children’s Content (AFCC). It showcases the best picture book illustrations by illustrators and artists from Southeast Asia, those based in Asia and in the global Asian diaspora. Artworks will be available online for viewing, and selected illustrations may also be displayed onsite at the festival grounds during the Asian Festival of Children’s Content (AFCC) from 22- 25 May.
EEG Drawing Competition 2025
The 20th Cycle of EEG’s Environmental Drawing Competition is now open, and we can’t wait to see how YOU express your love for the planet through your art works! This competition is all about using creativity to showcase the importance of environmental protection and sustainability. Your drawings could be the spark that inspires others to make a change for the better.From reducing waste to preserving ecosystems, your artistic vision can have a lasting impact on your community and beyond. Join us in this exciting opportunity to make a real difference!
Registration is open! For more details, email [email protected]
#competition #IRO
🚀 Exciting news! This year's International Research Olympiad (IRO) has more than doubled in participation, with students from 89 countries competing — up from 45 last year! 🌍 IRO challenges you to push the boundaries of your critical and analytical thinking, as you dive deep into research papers and tackle complex problems across various scientific fields. 🧠💡 It's an incredible opportunity to test your research skills, ignite your creativity, and think outside the box! All the best to all participants!
Key Dates: Opens Round: March 1, 2025 (Online)
Semifinals: April 5, 2025 (Online)
Finals: June 6-8, 2025 (In-person at Harvard University)