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enjoyment
Notes by Nadia: Can money buy happiness?
People can enjoy their hobbies without worrying about finances. Because let’s be honest, not everyone loves their job. Read More
bands
Misogyny and bigotry plague the heavy music scene
Bands fronted by people of color, queer folk, and feminine-presenting people have always existed, but because their white, cisgender male counterparts overshadow them, they struggle to find and build a following and are often belittled for their musical skill. Read More
entertainment
Live action remakes: If it ain’t broke, do it again but worse
For the most part, these movies are just rehashes — visually bland and feebly attempting to offset their lack of originality with celebrity cameos and nostalgia bait. Read More
advice
Notes by Nadia: The importance of being a good listener
I hope that more people can value the act of listening attentively and positively responding to conversations. Read More
fashion
Notes by Nadia: Expressing yourself through fashion
What we wear tells a story about who we are. Read More
Education
UR’s open curriculum gave me room to explore
Being able to explore different courses that I found interesting was the way I navigated declaring my major. Read More
Israel-Palestine
Blindspots: For Aaron Bushnell
Aaron Bushnell's death demands our attention. There cannot be a normal day until this war is brought to an end. Read More
apple
The Apple Vision Pro is scary good
The fully immersive headset brings the user into a new world with the tap of a finger. Read More
beauty
Kids’ feral behavior in Sephora reflects poorly on parents, not Gen Alpha
There is nothing wrong with being interested in skincare and makeup products; however, the behavior displayed by these children goes beyond just curiosity, and seems more like a deep desire to acquire these things to fit in. Read More
censorship
Research shows self-censorship more pervasive than formal censorship
Explicit restrictions are not what stop most people from speaking — instead, it’s the implicit pressure to conform. Read More
