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The arguments surrounding veganism as a diet and lifestyle have many differing perspectives. Writers examined the pros and cons of veganism, and discussed topics ranging from ethics to environmental impact.

Pro/Con: Veganism

Elsa Goodman and Gabrielle Gonzales May 28, 2025

Pro - by Gabrielle Gonzales According to the Association for Psychological Science, nearly all dog owners in the United States view their dog as an important member of the family, and naturally, we would...

With college applications underway, many families are questioning the benefits and drawback of hiring a college admissions counselor. In recent years, college admission counselors were in high demand as the application process has grown more and more selective.

Pro/Con: College admission counselors

Makaylah Gerling and Jessie Chen November 7, 2024

Pro - by Makaylah Gerling With college decisions around the corner, students continue to stress over their submitted applications, and the years of hard work endured for this moment. With the growing...

At 1:05 p.m., the Falcon Eatery overflows with students, encouraging many to cut the lunch line. Reporters defended whether lunch periods should lengthen for increased student and teacher productivity and focus, or if should they remain the same to give students greater time for socialization once the school day ends.

Pro/Con: Longer lunch time

Isabel Ji and Sneha Lele October 7, 2024

Pro - by Isabel Ji In recent years, changes such as later start times, and the option of online school, have been enforced to improve the education system and quality of life for students. However, there...

California's ban on single-use plastic bags raises questions of how to create a more sustainable world. The recent ban was put in place in an effort to help the environment.

Pro/Con: California’s ban of single-use plastic bags

Joanne Liu and April Kato October 4, 2024

Pro - by Joanne Liu From the peak of the Himalayan Mountains to the depths of the Mariana trench, plastic bags have expanded their territory to nearly every corner of the Earth. They wreak an alarming...

While larger universities have great opportunities for community, smaller universities can create valuable connections and opportunities unavailable elsewhere. How could larger and smaller universities impact a student's college experience?

Pro/Con: Benefits and drawbacks of large universities

Sneha Lele and April Kato September 20, 2024

Pro — by Sneha Lele Knee-deep in college applications, seniors look ahead to the next step in their academic career. When it comes to selecting a university, one of the larger questions students face...

This year, the school implements a new cell phone policy. What would this policy contribute to the classroom and student well-being? Art courtesy of Elyse Kim (12).

Pro/Con: TPHS cellphone ban

Joy Ma and Gabrielle Gonzales August 21, 2024

Pro - by Gabrielle Gonzales TPHS announced an updated Student Cell Phone Policy for the 2024-25 school year, preventing cellphone usage during instructional time in an effort to “support the academic...

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