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Opinion: News articles aren't everlasting

By Editorial Board | February 1

We could go on a long, drawn-out, tired rant about the fallacies of social media, but as members of a school newspaper who value journalism, we want to ...

Opinion: The public has ignored the Middle East’s history

By Editorial Board | February 1

When thinking about the curriculum of world history class, for most of us in North Carolina public schools, it was set up in a way that focused on the ...

Opinion: UNC administrators mishandled Trump’s ban

By Editorial Board | February 1

Sunday night, Chancellor Folt sent an email to faculty and students addressing President Trump’s executive order that initiated a travel ban for seven ...

Junior chemistry major Emily Janeira walks and texts in front of Bingham on Wednesday.

Opinion: You're alive — don't ghost

By Editorial Board | January 30

Ghosting — the practice of breaking up with a romantic partner by cutting off all communication suddenly and without explanation — is a spirit of ...

Opinion: We’re very worried about the future of women’s health

By Editorial Board | January 30

Among its many provisions, the Affordable Care Act required that men and women be charged the same health care premiums.

Opinion: Please get screened for cervical cancer after turning 21

By Editorial Board | January 30

Anyone turn the big 2-1 recently? As we all know, 21 is perhaps the biggest and most important birthday.

Opinion: Join local politics, better your town and be Leslie Knope

By Editorial Board | January 27

The women’s march and rally in Washington on Jan. 21 had over 500,000 attendees, and related rallies worldwide pushed the total number of people involved ...

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Opinion: Good job moving toward a living wage, Orange County

By Editorial Board | January 26

News that 100 businesses in Orange County have been certified by the Orange County Living Wage initiative program ought to be met with both enthusiasm ...

Opinion: Our public schools are integral to our democracy

By Editorial Board | January 26

UNC is a public institution — in fact, it was the first of its kind.

Opinion: Own your biases and hold everyone accountable

By Editorial Board | January 25

In recent years, the term “bias” has been toxified to delegitimize journalism across the political spectrum.

The gymnastics team stands together wearing shirts with the saying “#BeTrue” in honor of the LBGTQ movement before their meet against Florida on Friday.

Opinion: Props to UNC gymnastics and #BETRUE for promoting acceptance

By Editorial Board | January 25

On Friday, UNC gymnastics celebrated LGBTQ athletes as a part of Nike’s #BETRUE campaign.

Opinion: More space for pick-up sports

By Editorial Board | January 23

Among our ultra-successful varsity programs, many sports clubs and the eclectic mix of intramural leagues run by Campus Recreation, there are wonderful ...

Opinion: Be a person about the town

By Editorial Board | January 23

Political activism is in the air. The left may have lost badly in the election, but millions are taking to the street to protest the nationalistic, hyper-conservative ...

Opinion: The Women’s March was a good start for mobilization

By Editorial Board | January 23

The mission of the historic Women’s March following President Trump’s inauguration called for people “(to) stand together in solidarity ... recognizing ...

Opinion: Make use of your community and help sustain it

By Editorial Board | January 23

It takes a village to keep us holistically healthy. We often talk about the importance of community and social support in the context of our mental and ...

Opinion: What does it really mean to combat fake news?

By Editorial Board | January 19

Fake news is the hottest topic in politics and media these days. Hardly a day goes by without seeing some sort of hot take about why fake news is dangerous ...

Opinion: Rep. John Lewis needs our support in his next fight

By Editorial Board | January 19

Today, we say goodbye to President Barack Obama and watch as President Donald Trump takes his oaths. Tomorrow, thousands will march across the country. ...

Opinion: Parents should have conversations about consent with kids

By Editorial Board | January 19

Bystander intervention, consent and sexual assault are increasingly common topics on college campuses.

Opinion: United, the press stands

By Editorial Board | January 19

Last week, our president-elect held his first press conference since the election. Among the many points of focus — the piles of white papers as props, ...