News, analysis and commentary by UBC Journalism students
An imminent federal ban on the import of shark fins is reigniting a longstanding controversy that has been particularly contentious among conservation advocates, politicians, and shark-fin soup vendors[…]
Beneath the surface of the sea along B.C.’s west coast lies a city of living, growing glass. Towering up to 20 metres above the murky darkness of the[…]
While many scientists work to develop sustainable cars and energy, local chemists are now trying to green-up their own industry and inspire a generation of eco-friendly workers. Over[…]
A local Vancouver startup company has found a way to save commuters travel time while potentially reducing their carbon footprint —all with a free phone app. Its founders[…]
Farming is rooted deep in Dave Semmelink’s heritage. His father and grandfather were both farmers in South Africa and Semmelink always wanted to cultivate his own piece of[…]
The lightning storm brewed over a glowering ocean. Billy McMillan saw the clouds and knew there was only one option: forward. “We were stuck between the storm and[…]
VANCOUVER – Debate has bubbled up over fish farms in B.C. after a dead humpback whale was found last week at an abandoned site. The discovery of the[…]
The mother tree ascends 100 metres into the forest canopy. In more than 100 years of life, she has survived pests, diseases, droughts and fires. Dozens of her[…]
Cities often drive out many kinds of animals, but Vancouver has managed to keep one unique species in the heart of the city. This year, about 200[…]
Drones are wonderful tools for research when in the right hands, but Dr. Lance Barrett-Lennard thinks that this new flying fad can be dangerous when in the hands[…]
Iranian students in Canada suffer impact of U.S. sanctionsNovember 21, 2018
Journalists of colour insist media diversity will only improve when editors careNovember 21, 2018
Sex-consent workshop policies at fraternities have gapsNovember 21, 2018
Financial pressure forces local theatre workers to jump ship to Hollywood NorthOctober 25, 2018