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A First-Hand Account of Isolating in a Foreign Country
Culture, Lifestyle Emelia Elliott 12/4/21 Culture, Lifestyle Emelia Elliott 12/4/21

A First-Hand Account of Isolating in a Foreign Country

Emelia discusses navigating a relationship mid-pandemic when your partner lives on the other side of the globe and the experience of isolating abroad. She heartwarmingly said, “In his arms, in the lobby of the hotel, I felt truly happy for the first time in almost two years.”

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What is the IATSE and Why Does it Matter?
Politics, Culture Henry McKeand 11/2/21 Politics, Culture Henry McKeand 11/2/21

What is the IATSE and Why Does it Matter?

Henry McKeand discusses the IATSE: The Union Behind Entertainment, why it’s necessary, and the recent tragic death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of “Rust”.

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Steve McQueen's “Uprising” is Brilliant
Politics Henry McKeand 10/28/21 Politics Henry McKeand 10/28/21

Steve McQueen's “Uprising” is Brilliant

Henry McKeand effortlessly reviews “Uprising” by Steve McQueen, calling it transcendent.

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Life Lessons à la Anthony Bourdain
Lifestyle Sophia Galvez 9/29/21 Lifestyle Sophia Galvez 9/29/21

Life Lessons à la Anthony Bourdain

Sophia Galvez shares life lessons she has taken from the late Anthony Bourdain’s popular food and travel shows.

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The Gentle Americana of Cry Macho
Culture, Film Henry McKeand 9/29/21 Culture, Film Henry McKeand 9/29/21

The Gentle Americana of Cry Macho

“The film ultimately serves as a gentle reminder of what makes life worth living.” La Tonique contributor Henry McKeand reviews “Cry Macho”, the latest film from Clint Eastwood.

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“Words Bubble Up Like Soda Pop” - Film Review
Culture, Film Darlyn Granja 9/22/21 Culture, Film Darlyn Granja 9/22/21

“Words Bubble Up Like Soda Pop” - Film Review

Darlyn Granja gives us her review of the new anime film Words Bubble Up Like Soda Pop - streaming on Netflix now.

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The Fading Line: Masculine Traits in Female Strength & Feminine Traits in Male Weakness.
Lifestyle Juanita Hurtado-Huerfano 9/21/21 Lifestyle Juanita Hurtado-Huerfano 9/21/21

The Fading Line: Masculine Traits in Female Strength & Feminine Traits in Male Weakness.

Lifestyle contributor Juanita Hurtado-Huerfano describes “the fading line” between what we traditionally view as “strength” in main characters and how expectations of gender influence our perception.

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Tekken And Its Reach On The Fighting Game Genre
Gaming Shelby Fitchett 9/16/21 Gaming Shelby Fitchett 9/16/21

Tekken And Its Reach On The Fighting Game Genre

Culture contributor Shelby Fitchett explores the legacy of fighting game Tekken.

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Fashion Month's Spring Season 2022 Comeback
culture Emilia Cardenas 9/13/21 culture Emilia Cardenas 9/13/21

Fashion Month's Spring Season 2022 Comeback

Culture and fashion enthusiast Emilia Cardenas discusses what Fashion Week will be like in the Spring of 2022.

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Josee The Tiger and the Fish: Dreams and Fighting Fears
culture Darlyn Granja 8/22/21 culture Darlyn Granja 8/22/21

Josee The Tiger and the Fish: Dreams and Fighting Fears

Culture writer Darlyn Granja reviews the animated film, Josee, The Tiger and The Fish.

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Donating Clothes and Sustainability
culture Darlyn Granja 8/16/21 culture Darlyn Granja 8/16/21

Donating Clothes and Sustainability

Culture writer Darlyn Granja points us in the right direction to dispose of unwanted clothing.

Photo: Mike Garten

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Dead Space Remake
culture Shelby Fitchett 8/15/21 culture Shelby Fitchett 8/15/21

Dead Space Remake

Culture writer and video game Shelby Fitchett enthusiast anticipates a much-needed revival.

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Miraculous Ladybug: The Children’s TV Show You Must Watch Next
culture Lisa Kailai Han 8/14/21 culture Lisa Kailai Han 8/14/21

Miraculous Ladybug: The Children’s TV Show You Must Watch Next

Culture writer Lisa Kailai Han gives you your next show to watch.

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The Genius World of Hayao Miyazaki's Studio Ghibli Films
culture Darlyn Granja 8/11/21 culture Darlyn Granja 8/11/21

The Genius World of Hayao Miyazaki's Studio Ghibli Films

Culture writer Darlyn Granja analyzes the genius behind Hayao Miyazaki’s creative world and the studio behind it.

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What is the “Apolitical” Revenge Movie
culture Henry McKeand 8/8/21 culture Henry McKeand 8/8/21

What is the “Apolitical” Revenge Movie

Political writer Henry Mckeand analyzes revenge movies and their “apolitical” standing.

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Are People Still Playing Animal Crossing?
culture Shelby Fitchett 8/4/21 culture Shelby Fitchett 8/4/21

Are People Still Playing Animal Crossing?

Are people still playing the hit game Animal Crossings? Culture writer Shelby Fitchett weighs in.

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Victoria's Secret's Rebrand: Genuine Inclusivity or Performative Activism?
culture Emilia Cardenas 8/3/21 culture Emilia Cardenas 8/3/21

Victoria's Secret's Rebrand: Genuine Inclusivity or Performative Activism?

Culture writer Emilia Cardenas is still hesitant to trust the intentions of the new female-dominated board and the ambassadors replacing the Angels, but at least it's a step in the right direction.

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Atypical's New and Final Season
culture Amita Khurana 8/2/21 culture Amita Khurana 8/2/21

Atypical's New and Final Season

Culture writer Amita Khurana analyzes the bittersweet ending to the hit show Atypical.

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Nendoroid Dolls and Fashion
culture Darlyn Granja 7/30/21 culture Darlyn Granja 7/30/21

Nendoroid Dolls and Fashion

Culture writer Darlyn Granja takes a look inside these unique dolls.

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Side Hustle Feature: Ginny Gaunt, Poppins C&PM
culture Lisa Kailai Han 7/27/21 culture Lisa Kailai Han 7/27/21

Side Hustle Feature: Ginny Gaunt, Poppins C&PM

In this week’s Side Hustle Feature, culture writer Lisa Han explores the life of Poppins C&PM Ginny Gaunt. Read about the twist and turns Gaunt has experienced over the last year.

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