EDITOR'S NOTE

Spring has almost sprung! Yet, instead of flowers blooming, the world is in a current state of flux. From earthquakes shattering the foundations of nations, to secrets surrounding global superpowers, it seems that we are falling down, down, down

It's impossible to escape the breaking news these days From the worsening ties between the US and China, to an earthquake tearing the Earth apart, we seem to be seeing the world in a state of constant change, and motion.

This month, The Monthly proudly produces a collection of work featuring the biggest stories, as well as keeping our light hearted touch by taking a look at the biggest events in pop culture! Check out our review of the 2022 Grammy Awards, the rise of Chat GPT, an analysis of Rihanna’s superbowl performance, and so much more!

Whilst this edition brings to you the biggest stories of the month, we here at The Monthly are also saying goodbye to many of our well loved members. As the upper sixth formers say goodbye in their final edition of The Monthly, we want to express our sincere thanks and gratitude for all the incredible work they have done, and all the effort they have put into The Monthly. As they prepare to take their final A level exams, we bid you farewell, and good luck!

Finally, it's hard to look at the month gone past without focusing on the devastating earthquake that has hit Türkiye and Syria. Our hearts go out to all of those affected, and we thank all of those who have helped in the relief effort. We send our hopes and prayers to everyone who has lost someone, and to all of those who continue to be impacted by this horrific event. We request that all of our readers educate themselves on what's happening in Türkiye and Syria, and if you are looking for resources and ways to help, check out our article on ways to help those impacted by an international crisis.

Join us as we explore the trials and tribulations, the joy and the despair, the triumphs and defeats. Join us, as we go down the rabbit hole.