The BPR High School Program invites student writers from Providence-area public schools to research, draft, and edit a college-level opinion article over the course of a semester. A special thank you to the editor on this piece, Evan Tao ‘27! Miro ...
The Pacific Coast is tip-toeing around not one but two of the largest seismic triggers of the region’s modern history. Even with the infrastructure plans championed by policymakers in the West, major coastal cities are woefully unprepared for such ...
Political debate has stood as a hallmark of American democracy for 250 years. Yet, the progression of debates over that time period has been anything but straightforward—evolving as unpredictably as the very institution of American republicanism.&n...
After trying and failing to receive protection from staff, Keith DeBlasio was raped in prison multiple times by a fellow inmate. Although DeBlasio filed an internal report within the appropriate window, he contested his prison’s initial ruling outs...
After trying and failing to receive protection from staff, Keith DeBlasio was raped in prison multiple times by a fellow inmate. Although DeBlasio filed an internal report within the appropriate window, he contested his prison’s initial ruling outs...
It was only a few months ago that I first braved Spaghetti Junction, a rite of passage for all Georgia drivers. Officially named the Tom Moreland Interchange, the five-level intersection conjoins I-85, I-285, and other roads that lead into metro Atla...
It was only a few months ago that I first braved Spaghetti Junction, a rite of passage for all Georgia drivers. Officially named the Tom Moreland Interchange, the five-level intersection conjoins I-85, I-285, and other roads that lead into metro Atla...
Countless advertisements from the mid-20th century promoted moving to the suburbs. Posters and magazine layouts declared the value of “home, garden, and sunshine” and the prospect of homeownership. Children are depicted running around, enjoying t...
Countless advertisements from the mid-20th century promoted moving to the suburbs. Posters and magazine layouts declared the value of “home, garden, and sunshine” and the prospect of homeownership. Children are depicted running around, enjoying t...
On June 17, 1972, in Washington, D.C., five men broke into the Democratic National Party headquarters in the Watergate Hotel. What seemed to be a simple burglary would become arguably the most consequential political scandal in American history. Befo...
On June 17, 1972, in Washington, D.C., five men broke into the Democratic National Party headquarters in the Watergate Hotel. What seemed to be a simple burglary would become arguably the most consequential political scandal in American history. Befo...
“One’s body is inviolable, subject to one’s own will alone. Beliefs should conform to one’s best scientific understanding of the world. One should take care never to distort scientific facts to fit one’s beliefs.” These assertions, number...
“One’s body is inviolable, subject to one’s own will alone. Beliefs should conform to one’s best scientific understanding of the world. One should take care never to distort scientific facts to fit one’s beliefs.” These assertions, number...
In January 2023, New York State Governor Kathy Hochul announced that the Interborough Express—a future New York City transit line that will connect Brooklyn and Queens—would officially move ahead. The benefits of the Interborough Express are prof...
In January 2023, New York State Governor Kathy Hochul announced that the Interborough Express—a future New York City transit line that will connect Brooklyn and Queens—would officially move ahead. The benefits of the Interborough Express are prof...
Ahead of the 2024 presidential election, significant reforms must be made to increase youth civic engagement and voter participation. In recent years, states have implemented laws and regulations that restrict access to voting, making it more difficu...
Ahead of the 2024 presidential election, significant reforms must be made to increase youth civic engagement and voter participation. In recent years, states have implemented laws and regulations that restrict access to voting, making it more difficu...
“379 parking spots does not equate to the memories of the children in our community,” argued Pawtucket resident Tatiana Reis, testifying last August in front of the city’s planning commission. “The city has neglected Morley Field for so many ...
“379 parking spots does not equate to the memories of the children in our community,” argued Pawtucket resident Tatiana Reis, testifying last August in front of the city’s planning commission. “The city has neglected Morley Field for so many ...
Despite advocates’ calls to reform the “broken criminal legal system,” it seems very much intact on screen. From Johnny Depp to Gwyneth Paltrow, recent media frenzies over celebrity trials present courtrooms which bear few similarities to those...
Despite advocates’ calls to reform the “broken criminal legal system,” it seems very much intact on screen. From Johnny Depp to Gwyneth Paltrow, recent media frenzies over celebrity trials present courtrooms which bear few similarities to those...
In late March, a video depicting former President Donald Trump being arrested circulated on social media. It was weeks before Trump’s actual indictment. The AI-fabricated video utilized deepfake technology to construct realistic, deceiving visuals....
In late March, a video depicting former President Donald Trump being arrested circulated on social media. It was weeks before Trump’s actual indictment. The AI-fabricated video utilized deepfake technology to construct realistic, deceiving visuals....
This past June, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis celebrated the passage of his Parental Rights in Education bill. Dubbed “Don’t Say Gay” by its opponents, the Act imposes strict regulations on the discussion of sexual orientation and gender id...
This past June, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis celebrated the passage of his Parental Rights in Education bill. Dubbed “Don’t Say Gay” by its opponents, the Act imposes strict regulations on the discussion of sexual orientation and gender id...
For educators, bibliophiles, and parents alike, there are few things more devastating than hidden and empty bookshelves in elementary school classrooms. In Governor Ron DeSantis’s Florida, books intended to be devoured by young students, created as...
For educators, bibliophiles, and parents alike, there are few things more devastating than hidden and empty bookshelves in elementary school classrooms. In Governor Ron DeSantis’s Florida, books intended to be devoured by young students, created as...