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In its third year of being ranked the top place to visit in the United States, Charleston is no stranger to tourists. And while the Holy City has plenty to attract the bigger crowd, it is just as happy accommodating the smaller groups. But the key to a great experience isn’t going to all the regular touristy places; […]
Seriously. There is no need to pay for a therapist when you just need to watch Greys Anatomy. Throughout its 12 seasons, this TV drama has seen it all. From life to death and everything in between, the show has covered all the bases and would be just as good as your therapist. So no need to waste money on therapy, […]
by Jordan Jenkins It’s Christmas time in the city! After spending copious amounts of money on hotel and travel expenses, you’ve finally made it and you’re ready to have a good time in the city that never sleeps. But in a city this big with this many options, where do you start? For the brave […]
Both buyers and sellers agree realtor representation is important. Agents can save their clients time and money. Buying a house is one of the largest financial decisions people make. Would it not be beneficial to have an expert by your side? Here are 5 reasons a realtor helping you find your home will be a great use of your […]
College life can be grand with all the freedom it affords, but there are a few surprises that might have been nice to find out about before actually getting to college – including that it’s not all about the parties. Read on for my seven things you should learn – but usually don’t – in high school […]
A sophomore running back from Louisiana State University has all eyes on him to win college football’s most coveted prize – the Heisman Trophy. Leonard Fournette is already being compared to the greats in football, such as Herschel Walker, Bo Jackson and Adrian Peterson. If LSU’s Fournette wins, he would be the second Tiger in […]
Living day to day in a world that equates sex with love and happiness gets frustrating when you don’t experience sexual or romantic attraction. For 99 percent of the population, life comes with some pretty standard expectations about relationships, awkward crushes and lifelong love. For the other 1 percent, the people who don’t experience romantic or […]
When Lamar Odom was found unconscious in a Nevada brothel last month, no one who knew Odom outside of basketball was all that surprised. The ex-NBA All Star, ex-husband of Khloe Kardashian, ex-reality TV star and ex-drug addict was not known so much for his upstanding lifestyle. But despite Odom’s morbidly cliché drug-induced overdose, there […]
There’s no time like the present for young adults to travel the world. Student travel rates usually make it the easiest and cheapest time to expand your horizons beyond the campus classroom and learn some valuable life lessons along the way. So grab that passport and prepare for these 7 life lessons you’ll get for free. by […]
Fall is here, and it is finally starting to feel like it in Charleston. To make sure you are hitting the streets in style, here is your complete guide to a closet full of 11 fall essentials to embrace the chilly mornings and the warm afternoons of the Holy City. by Olivia Griswold
We’ve heard the catch phrases over and over. No Means No. Rape is Rape. Drunk is not Yes. And while the messages are extremely important as well as very true, they also have one fundamental flaw – they either put the onus on victims to be able to get out of a bad situation, or […]
Mardi Gras is the best time of the year for many, but especially those living in New Orleans. And even though the four-week party has come and gone in 2015, there’s still reason to think about carnival season – a season centered around eating a lot, drinking even more, and partying until the sun comes up. Because one […]
If you didn’t get the Spring Break you desired this year, start planning now for the best break ever in 2016. College doesn’t last forever (usually) and you need to take advantage of this perfect excuse to party. Cancun, Mexico Cancun defines Spring Break for people looking to party! It is one of the […]
Every girl needs to be prepared for a fun week of travel and adventure. But between all your pre-trip excitement and finishing up finals before internships and summer school, I know many of you have no time to properly prepare. So to save you the hassle, here is a list of all the essentials you need for […]
It’s a common story to tell America’s youth that college will be the best four years of their lives. Movies have been made about the ravishing college experience where the only problem the main character faces is whether he will get a kiss from the shy nerd who magically becomes beautiful as soon as her […]
A barre workout is a trendy exercise craze that exploded in popularity when it franchised in 2009. . The mixture of ballet and Pilates is designed to tone muscle groups you didn’t even realize existed. I know this because I’ve been sore in places I didn’t know I had. Many women (and men) swear by […]
Whether you’ve already been to Europe or it is still a destination tucked away on your bucket list, there are nine cities on this continent that will blow your mind. During my study abroad trip last semester I traveled to more than 14 cities and each one of them opened my eyes to a different […]
Homophobic attitudes continue to decline as more states are legalizing same-sex marriage, but many people still harbor this irrational fear that gay marriage is tainting society. The fight for equal marriage is far from over. But there is a silver lining as the 21st century ushers in a new era of acceptance that has been long overdue. Read story… by […]
Redheads are a rare breed and God’s gift to the world. We are the first ones to get noticed in a crowded room, but in order to make sure we stay in the spotlight, here are some helpful tips to keep in mind. Keep it neutral Unfortunately, us redheads cannot wear anything that is even slightly […]
Popular opinion would’ve told you that the New York Rangers overachieved a year ago in making their first appearance in the Stanley Cup Final in 20 years. And after losing the series in five games to the Los Angeles Kings, combined with a few big name losses in the offseason and a very underwhelming start […]
As summer approaches, the only thing college students are thinking about (besides finals) is summer break. And while many students will be going to school or hitting the internship circuit, these typical Spring Break destinations can be great for a quick summer getaway right after finals. Cancun, Mexico Cancun is bursting with college students from […]
Have you felt the negativity of this world pulling you away from your dreams? With a constant “your future career is merely a dream, not a reality” focus that makes you want to give up on your passion? It isn`t uncommon to feel such doubt. But it is important to stay focused on your potential […]
Our lives are often too busy to set aside a separate time to workout. We live in a era where multi-tasking is considered the norm and being able to engage in short, easy exercises at the workplace or in a classroom should be a breeze if we can just remember to do them. The problem is […]
You’re watching a close-up video of an attractive blue-eyed blonde girl. She gazes at a makeup brush, slowly touching the bristles, tapping her nails on the handle and looks into the camera while she brushes the lens. She whispers about the brushes, their box, where she got them, for almost an hour. If you don’t […]
Although “Birdman: Or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance)” was indeed one of this year’s best films, the time, effort and craft that went into making Richard Linklater’s “Boyhood” should have earned the film an Oscar for “Best Motion Picture” by a wide margin. by Paige Lucas
For quite some time now, smoke has been getting a bad rap. Inherently associated fire, smoke often causes an adverse reaction to its smell . With its bitter, blunt flavor profile, smoke can be intimidating and overpowering to the palate. But all of this could be changing now as 2015 emerges with unexpected food trends, […]
The Eagles have several areas where they need to improve this offseason before they can consider a serious championship run. As every Eagles fan knows, bolstering the defense, especially the secondary, is going to be a focus in both free agency and the draft. But as offseason workouts start, it has become apparent that Chip Kelly […]
From a very early age, athletics were a central part of my life. Many of the experiences I faced while playing sports are similar to the challenges life throws at me still. It wasn’t until I reached my early 20s that I realized how participating in sports has shaped the person I am today. Here are […]
Being from New Jersey often gets us a bad rap. People from other states associate our beautiful state with the GTL and partying of the cast on the “Jersey Shore”. Those of us who live there know this is untrue – and here are just a few reasons why: Every American loves Bruce Springsteen. But being […]
You hear these songs constantly, and no matter how hard you try to get them out of your head, … you just can’t. Uptown Funk by Mark Ronson, featuring Bruno Mars Listen Here This pop song has definitely become one of the most popular songs of this year, playing on every radio station and at […]
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