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UNraveling a Global Force: Imbalances and Colonial Shadows in the United Nations

Anna Levitt, Copy Editor December 13, 2023

“Zero Poverty,” “Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions” and “Reduced Inequalities:” three of 17 goals of the United Nations. Sounds nice, right? The epitome of liberal internationalism, the...

Rekindling My Cultural Connection

Gabriella Alvarez, Life Editor December 13, 2023

As I continue through my second year of high school, a deep reflection process repeatedly takes place in my mind. Images of my future dreams swarm in the forefront of my mind, while memories of my childhood...

Falling Back In Love With Me

Falling Back In Love With Me

Aayana Baid, Copy Editor December 10, 2023

Throughout childhood, most people stray from the idea of being unique. We try as hard as we can to be similar to our classmates and to have as many things in common as possible. We end up molding ourselves...

Year in Review: The Panther’s Most Notable Headlines from 2023

Amy-Grace Shapiro, Editor-in-Chief December 7, 2023

From artificial intelligence to gun violence, election fraud and shark tagging, 2023 takes responsibility for surged inflations worldwide, bank failures and deadly droughts. From Jan. 1 to mid-December,...

Anti-Israel Protests are Polarizing and Painful

Alexis James, Multimedia Photo Editor December 6, 2023

Amidst the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict, people, communities and brands have not been shy about their stance — even those who do not have any relation to Israel or Palestine. Protests surrounding this...

The Not-So-Grand Old Party: The Republican Party’s Fall From Grace

Daniel Perodin, Feature Editor December 1, 2023

Mike Johnson won the speakership with the unanimous support of Republican members of the House of Representatives, Congress avoided a government shutdown and most Republicans support one candidate for...

FACEOFF: Are Zoos Ethical?

Luna Garcia and Brooke Wilensky November 18, 2023

Yes: L.G. As families walk into the zoo, the world suddenly goes quiet. All they can hear is nature, laughter and animals. The zoo is a place for people to learn more about wildlife and create memories...

More Than Just a Number: School’s Attendance Policies Neglect Students’ Health

More Than Just a Number: School’s Attendance Policies Neglect Students’ Health

William Albury, Multimedia Photo Editor November 17, 2023

As a student who must adhere to uncompromising attendance policies, I often have to ask myself: “Am I really sick enough to stay home?” With a strict 10-20 rule in place, I cannot afford to miss days...

A Season of Gratitude and Growth: Experiencing My Last “Childhood” Thanksgiving 

Sofia Strohmeier, Online Editor-in-Chief November 16, 2023

As November unfolds into the holiday season, I feel myself nestled in between an inescapable corner of reassuring sentimentality and a momentous transition. The bridge between childhood and adulthood continues...

College Board is a Problematic, Monopolistic Institution

Nicole Martin, Contents Editor November 15, 2023

“You will not get into a nice college if you do not take any Advanced Placement classes,” or “You need a great SAT score if you want to reach your goals of getting into that school” are phrases...

Liquid Rebellion: The Darkside of Teen Drinking

Alexis James, Multimedia Photo Editor November 14, 2023

In the U.S., the legal drinking age is 21 for a reason. Alcohol negatively impacts young people’s maturing brains. Therefore, this law that makes it illegal to drink under the age of 21 is necessary...

A Total Ban On Phones in School Is Ill-Conceived

Anna Levitt, Copy Editor November 13, 2023

This school year, students at Palmetto Middle School returned with one thing drastically different: not a single phone in sight. No one was texting their friends to meet up at lunch, no one was taking...

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