Opinion - The Daily Tar Heel

Column: Thoughts almost 365 days into the pandemic

By Asad Yusuf | Mar. 9

"I just hope that before daily commutes, traffic and waiting in lines again stow away any recently discovered pockets of free time, we’re able to save our institutions before we succumb to some strain of permanent chaos."

Behind the scenes during the shoot for the “Lucky” music video in 2000, a moment captured by Britney Spears’ assistant and friend Felicia Culotta. (Photo courtesy of FX/TNS)

Column: How technology trapped Britney

By Elisa Kadackal | Mar. 9

"The spread of misinformation, and the technology that enables it, has contributed to the chaotic spiraling of a young woman whose entire life has been picked apart and devoured by us."

Senate Bill 37 passed in the Senate and the House last week, bringing North Carolina closer to giving all local public school administrative units the option of in-person instruction to students from kindergarten to 12th grade.

Column: It's time to go back to school

By Josiah Townsend | Mar. 8

"Students need to return to the classrooms, and with many parents and lawmakers wanting students back, now is the right time to open our schools."

There is a need for more walkable and bikeable paths in Chapel Hill.

Column: The wheels on the bus need more money — now

By Ben Rappaport | Mar. 7

"More projects like BRT and increasing bus frequency mean reducing our carbon footprint, stimulating the local economy and ultimately making Chapel Hill a more desirable place to be."

DTH Photo Illustration. With the cost of tuition rising with each year, college students turn to loans for help. Along with the loans, students need a better understanding of how they work.

Column: Student loans, explained

By Vance Stiles | Mar. 7

Attending college has become an increasingly expensive proposition. How are students supposed to pay for their education, and what risks are associated with this rapidly expanding market?

DTH Photo Illustration. A UNC student holds a suitcase and a surgical mask on campus on Tuesday, March 3, 2020. The coronavirus has cancelled various study abroad programs.

Editorial: Study abroad and other missed opportunities

By Editorial Board | Mar. 4

"Instead of exploring new places and learning hands-on, we joined virtual tours and conference calls."

Might As Well Bar and Grill on Wednesday, April 3, 2021. Bars and restaurants are reopening and attempting to balance community responsibility despite Gov. Cooper's orders.

Column: Small businesses are essential to curb COVID-19's spread

By Caitlyn Yaede | Mar. 3

"When it comes to combating COVID-19, business owners and consumers alike must work together to create healthier and safer communities."

Students sit on the steps in front of South Building on Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2021.

Editorial: Who is Clayton Somers?

By Editorial Board | Mar. 3

"Somers is a prime example of the power of shadowy middle management at UNC, and his role in the Silent Sam resolution leaves us with many questions."

Viewpoints: Our favorite feel-good TV shows

By Editorial Board | Mar. 3

Feeling down? These TV shows are guaranteed to put a smile on your face.

UNC field hockey celebrates following their win against Louisville in the ACC Field Hockey Championship on Nov. 8, 2020 in Karen Shelton Stadium. UNC beat Louisville 4-2, securing their fourth consecutive tournament championship.

Quiz: Which UNC sports team are you?

By Editorial Board | Mar. 2

Which UNC sports team are you? Take our quiz to find out!

Protesters gather on Franklin Street for a demonstration against the military coup in Myanmar on Feb. 20, 2021.

Column: Why you should care about what's happening in Myanmar

By Ana Sofia Thomas | Mar. 2

"All of this is happening an ocean away, so why is it important to Chapel Hill and the UNC community?"

Editorial: Let's talk about anti-Asian violence

By Editorial Board | Mar. 2

"Misinformation in the media and a poor portrayal framed by America’s loudest leaders has magnified a dangerous disease-based stigma against Asian Americans."

Patrice McGloin, a junior majoring in Psychology and Public Policy with a minor in Chinese, and Montia Daniels, junior double majoring in Women and Gender Studies and Media and Journalism are the new presidents of the Campus Y.

Editorial: A historic moment for the Campus Y

By Editorial Board | Mar. 1

As the new Campus Y co-presidents transition into their role, the Editorial Board is eager to see what Daniels and McGloin accomplish.

DTH Photo Illustration. Assistant Photo Editor Yates McConnell has some strong opinions on the recent developments in the toy world.

Column: You say potato, I say culture war

By Yates McConnell | Mar. 1

"This new change is an attack on childhood education, the traditional family and Americana itself."

Letter: Graduate and professional students should vote 'Yes' on March 2

Mar. 1

"For the first time, graduate and professional students could claim a share of UNC’s historic commitment to student self-governance for themselves."

Eli Grossman, junior Business Administration and History major, plays football on the quad with sophomore Economics major Luke Hines.

Column: Men need friends, too

By Ben Rappaport | Feb. 28

"Toxic masculinity leaves us stranded and emotionally stunted. And when we create a culture where men aren’t supposed to be open, it’s not surprising that there are real consequences."

DTH Photo Illustration. The UNC System Office has plans to establish an “internal bank” in which it would provide loans for certain capital projects, which would allow system schools to seek loans from the UNC System internal bank rather than borrowing money from private lenders.

Column: Helping you understand the economy

By Vance Stiles | Feb. 28

Most economic indicators don’t mean much for the average college student. Here are some that do.

DTH Photo Illustration of students partying in an off-campus house. Governor Roy Cooper made an executive order prohibiting indoor gatherings of over 10 people, an order that several groups of students have already been cited for.

Editorial: No, I don't want to go to your 'COVID-safe' wedding

By Editorial Board | Feb. 28

"No matter how much you try to justify it, flouting public health guidelines for your personal betterment is inexcusably selfish. It's that simple."

Birria Tacos with smothered pork from Que Chula taken on Feb. 25, 2021.

Quiz: Which TikTok food trend are you?

By Editorial Board | Feb. 26

Which TikTok food trend are you? Take this quiz to find out!

DTH Photo Illustration. The “feminine boy look” is trending on TikTok.

Column: TikTok's false perception of "gender defiance"

By Layla Peykamian | Feb. 25

"When heterosexual men embrace feminine styles, they are glorified and praised for 'breaking boundaries.' But with that comes a responsibility to find sustainable approaches to resolving toxic gender norms, as well as genuine validation for the women who have evoked femininity all along."