French President Nicolas Sarkozy pledged nearly 1 billion euros in 2007 to aid the suburbs after the riots. However, youth in Banlieue 93 have not seen any of that money, nor have they seen much change at all.

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Students Against Destructive Decisions is a nationwide organization all about “teens helping teens make positive decisions.”

The health of young people is always a cause for concern, whether it be childhood obesity, tobacco and alcohol use, teen pregnancy or serious automobile accidents.

Critical Exposure, based in Washington, D.C., thinks a picture is worth a thousand words and so much more.

Ever since school was made compulsory for American children in the early 20th century, efforts at reform rarely included input from youth. But that is changing, as U.S. institutions are beginning to value the opinions of youth, and as youth themselves have realized their collective power through new networking media.

Misconceptions of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, or Mormon Church, have abounded ever since the Book of Mormon was published in 1830. Since then, Mormons have suffered not only teasing but also ridicule and persecution as they defended their faith – which was founded when Joseph Smith dug up and then transcribed golden tablets inscribed with an ancient language.

While energy drinks – such as Red Bull, Monster and Rockstar – originally were marketed to young adults, they are becoming increasing popular with younger consumers. In 2006, about 30 percent of adolescents surveyed reported using energy drinks, an increase of more than 3 million teens in three years.

Former President George H.W. Bush was in Indianapolis earlier this month to speak at Butler University. Six Y-Press members attended the speech and also were able to ask him a few questions beforehand. While a few approached this "brush with celebrity" with awe, others had braced themselves to hear what they thought would be some stock political talk. By the end, however, they all agreed the forme