Opinion
The Ignored Struggle in the United States
With the upcoming presidential election, which may be considered one of the most important elections in the history of the United States, Native Americans are facing even more underrepresentation in politics, as mail-in voting poses a huge problem for many families.
Enola Holmes and the Internet’s Obsession with “Soft Boys”
On September 23, 2020, Enola Holmes was released to Netflix in all countries and since then, fans have been captivated by young actor Louis Partridge.
Your Favorite TV Shows Normalize Sexism in Society
Shows that would have made my top ten list last year: “Friends,” “How I Met Your Mother,” and “The Big Bang Theory.” Each of these sitcoms surpassed the 200-episode mark, a tru testament to their fame and popularity, and I’m sure many of you would agree that they may be some of the best shows of all time. Turns out, we couldn’t have been more mistaken.
I Refuse to Wait Fifty More Years for Change. Sincerely, a Gen Z Girl
RGB’s spirit, passion, courage, intellect, and willpower remains within each and every one of us who have decided that tolerating society as it’s given to us is no longer acceptable, and that it’s time to change the misogynistic ideals that continue to permeate our politics and culture.
Brandy Melville: You Can Keep Your Basic White Tees
Brandy Melville is a trendy clothing store for teenage girls. Recently they have been swamped with criticisms of their oppressive policies. Find out the dark meaning and scandals hidden behind these seemingly harmless pastel crop tops.
RBG Dies at 87: Where Does This Leave America?
On Friday, Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg passed away, leaving many Americans devastated and fearing for the future of their country. And for Democrats, this death couldn't have come at a worse time.
Palm Springs: Not the Déjà Vu You Were Expecting
This groundbreaking film will change your meaning of “Palm Springs” from a sunny Californian vacation to a movie that makes you question your mortality.
Finding Connection, Understanding, Empathy, and Purpose in Sixteen Songs
In Taylor Swift’s folklore, we see a side of Swift we never thought was there in the first place, making us rethink her as an artist.
The Light at the End of the Tunnel: Billie Eilish’s New Song “my future”
Everyone, everywhere is in turmoil, with no ideas as to when quarantine will come to an end and what will happen when it does. But for now, we find comfort in Eilish’s uplifting music.
The Minor Feelings of a Nation
Amidst of this cultural upheaval, many Asian-Americans simply feel lost in cultural context. Cathy Park Hong manages to educate, relate, and reaffirm in her must-read novel Minor Feelings.
A Deep Dive Into “Death Bed (Coffee for Your Head)” & The Power Of Tik Tok Virality
An unknown artist becomes an overnight sensation with his new single. How was this achieved. Through TikTok, of course.
Outer Banks: Why are Teens Left in Awe?
Netflix’s Outer Banks seems to have everyone hooked, but how good is the show truly?
The Indisputable Genius Behind Taylor Swift’s folklore
Megastar “T-Swift” is known for her anthems to unrequited love, but folklore’s picturesque lyrics portray quite a different persona, or personas, plural.
New York Tough: Pridefully Stupid
COVID-19 brought New York, the city that never sleeps, to its knees. Can the infamous Silicon Valley scooter-sharing tech save the day, or will New Yorkers’ grit ultimately prevail?
The Wavering Future of Europe and the Rest of the World’s Forests
We’ve all heard the saying, “Treat others the way you want to be treated.” It’s about time we treated trees kindly instead of just looking at them for wood and paper. Our long record of poor forest management and treatment has caught up with us, affecting the whole world’s well-being, including ours.
Teachers, We Implore You, Give Us Less Homework
A long awaited plea from students to their school administrators asking for a lighter workload. Here’s why less homework actually works.
Claudia Conway: an Internet Sensation, but Also Just a Teenager
Only fifteen years old, Claudia has accumulated close to 496K followers on TikTok and over 190K on Twitter. Though one would assume that after growing up in a conservative household, she would have adopted her mother’s views, she could not have been more opposed to them, highlighting the generational gap in political beliefs.
Mackenzie Scott: Woman Billionaire and Philanthropist, Not Just an Ex-Wife
How about instead of labeling her after her ex-husband, whom she divorced over a year ago, we recognize her simply for being her? What does throwing in the phrase, “Bezos’ ex-wife,” achieve, and what does that tell the girls and women who read those articles?
Tear Gas: Too Dangerous for War But Not Our Neighborhoods?
Recent protests have brought a lot of controversy on the use of tear gas, here’s what you need to know about the dangers of these weapons.