Thanks a lot!
I tried to provide maximum transparency and I’m glad you liked it. A writing challenge is a great idea and I would love to read an article about your experiences when you’re finished with it!
Honestly, I wasn’t able to find out what it takes to be published by this publication. Only two of my articles have been accepted, many others were rejected. I don’t think that there was much difference in quality between the published and non-published articles.
So my advice would be: Never stop trying!
Eventually, they will see the potential of your writing, and they will publish it!