Opinion

Chaos erupting in the form of the NBA playoffs
As the NBA season wraps up it is unclear who will win it all.
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Exposure to nature provides physical, mental benefits
As warmer weather approaches, it is important to take advantage of the outdoors and simply enjoy the beauty of nature. With so much of our time spent around screens, the escape offered by the outdoors becomes even more important.
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Athletes’ rising salaries stirs uproar with fans
These large contracts are often unnecessary, and sometimes fail to reflect that player’s skill or impact on the team.
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The ‘panes’ of home renovation debunked
People need to prepare effectively to ensure a smooth transition and minimize the discomforts that come with home renovation.
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‘Branching out’ classroom environment improves life
By doing school work outside and spending time in nature, students are able to be more productive, efficient and competent in school. Taking a break during the school day and going outside or doing lessons outside can benefit student development.
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Promposal culture inspires creativity, friendship
Giving students an opportunity to ask friends and partners to school dances, promposals have become a staple of prom season. Promposals were popularized in 2011.
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Con: Cancel culture creates injustice through mob rule
Causing mental harm, “cancel culture”, a term that has gained widespread popularity among younger generations, is having detrimental impacts on influencers and everyday people. This is especially true due to the mob mentality around it.
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The reality of sexual assault, the responsibility to act
Since 2001, the month of April is used to recognize and raise awareness for those who have been affected by sexual assault. There are over 433,000 cases of sexual assault and rape annually in the United States.
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Outdoor immersion provides mental health benefits
People should be more conscious about the benefits of spending time outside and actively engaging with it regularly. With the rise of stress among youth, and more studies showing the benefits of the outdoors, people should connect with nature more.
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Pro: DST offers useful energy-saving benefits
Daylight Saving Time (DST) often sparks debate, but there are several compelling reasons why it’s beneficial.
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ICE restrictions lifted means danger for asylum seekers
Under the new administration in the White House, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) now has more access to raid places that were once safe refuges for immigrants. This poses a risk for undocumented or uninformed people.
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Women’s History Month is time to reflect
Through remembering the women who fought tirelessly for the basic rights girls have today, this generation of women should continue to feel empowered to fight for more equality.
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