Paris Bender
Paris Bender is a Senior double majoring in journalism/broadcasting and architecture. A Florida International University -Ratcliffe fellow who also works with the Caplin news internship, plans to expand her knowledge on journalism, and international architecture with her latest podcast Ecobabble. She plans to be an international architect and use journalism skills to publish articles on sustainable, eco-friendly design, as well as current issues on environmental protection. In her free time, she creates films, interviews designers leading in ecological innovation and is also in a real estate program achieving her license.
Wynwood’s Aiko and Mumu draws crowds with viral Japanese sandos (includes video story)
A slice of Japan is drawing attention in Wynwood, where restaurant Aiko and Mumu is gaining popularity for its viral Japanese sandos and unique...
Lethal Injection emerges in growing South Florida underground rock scene (includes video story)
A growing underground music scene is taking shape in South Florida, where younger bands are bringing new energy to the local hardcore and rock...
Boca Raton venue combines food, drinks and music into one experience (includes video story)
South Florida live music venue The Funky Biscuit is marking 25 years of live entertainment while continuing to grow its presence in Boca Raton’s...
Lakewood Ranch Farmers Market hosts its annual autumn event (includes video story)
The annual autumn event at Lakewood Ranch Farmers Market has become a growing hub for local vendors and businesses in Sarasota County, drawing thousands...
Flamingo Road Nursery’s fall festival opens (includes video story)
Flamingo Road Nursery’s annual fall festival, which runs from Sept. 20 through Nov. 2, is transforming the ten-acre garden center in Davie into a...
Soirée des Arts brings sold-out cultural showcase to Miami (includes video story)
On Sunday, Sept. 21, the Manuel Artime Theater in Miami hosted a sold-out performance of "Soirée des Arts: In the Heart of Miami." Presented...
Halloween Horror Nights back for another year of thrills and scares (includes video story)
Universal Studios has once again transformed into a world of nightmares with Halloween Horror Nights 2025. This year’s event features new scares and fan-favorite...
Impacts of substance abuse (includes mini documentary)
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Breaking the Cycle: Understanding addiction from two perspectives (includes audio story)
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Embers of Her Story (includes photo essay)
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