For A Bad Time Call: The Journey To Getting My Unemployment Benefits
Julia Gomez/Staff Writer People everywhere have lost their jobs due to COVID-19. Many are scrambling to pay bills and make ends meet. Those who have…
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What Students Should Know About Their Reproductive Rights
Julia Gomez/Staff Writer Lately, state governments have been taking away women’s reproductive rights. Focusing on school and building your career should not be impeded by…
Antifa Labels Are Today’s McCarthyism
Julia Gomez/Staff Writer In the 1950’s, American politician Joe McCarthy used the red scare to his advantage. By accusing political opponents and public figures who…
We Must Demand Justice For Breonna Taylor
Julia Gomez/Staff Writer On March 13, Breonna Taylor was shot eight times in her home after police officers broke into the wrong house. They had…
Yes, Latinxs Can Be Racist—Even In Miami
Julia Gomez/Staff Writer Many people don’t realize how unique Miami truly is. We live in a liberal city that is predominantly Latinx. But, just because…
Five Ways To Not Be A Jerk During Quarantine
Julia Gomez/Staff Writer 2020 hasn’t been great so far. But, now more than ever, we need to rely on strangers’ kindness and common sense. Unfortunately,…
From Short Distance To Long: Dating During Quarantine
Julia Gomez/Staff Writer My boyfriend Chacid and I have been dating since June 3, 2019. Before the quarantine, we hung out almost every day. Now,…
Now More Than Ever, My Mom Is My Hero
Julia Gomez/Staff Writer My mom is a nurse. Right now, that feels like one of the most mortifying sentences to say aloud. I’m lucky my…
Plastic Straw Bans Are Not The Answer
Julia Gomez/Contributing Writer In 2015, a graphic video of marine biologists pulling out a plastic straw from a turtle’s nose propelled the movement to ban…
How To Have An Earth-Friendly Spring Break
Julia Gomez/Contributing Writer Raphael Alegbeleye/PantherNOW It’s finally time for spring break. While Miami is known for its beaches, spring breakers are harming its delicate ecosystems….