Stories of interest...with attitude
by Alex Taks **** Caitlyn Jenner famously came out as transgender in 2015. This was shocking for many and a huge step forward for the transgender community – or was it? Jenner isn’t exactly role model for the transgender community in any sense. Her experience is quite unique. She had immediate access to Hormone Replacement […]
by Anneliese Horan ** Yoga is a popular, fast-growing, diverse fitness and wellness movement. It can be a relaxing, slower-paced, flowing movement, or an energetic, face-paced, sweat-filled workout. Nevertheless, there are many health benefits from whichever yoga practice you choose. In no particular order, here are seven reasons why you should make practicing yoga part […]
The two men running to be the 46th President of the United States could not be more different in many ways – including their approaches on American education. President Donald J. Trump and former Vice President Joe Biden have very different approaches to how the education system in America should operate. With the upcoming […]
With Election Day just around the corner, and the United States divided more than ever, Americans are taking a very close look at policy and politicians before they vote. And that means seeing a lot of negative political ads over the past several months. By Carter Weston And it’s political advertising on the airwaves and online […]
The 2020 presidential election has brought a ton of confusion about how and when people can vote due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This video is a how-to on the best way to make your vote count Nov. 3. The 2020 election is unlike any other presidential election, as we are in the midst of a […]
In these unprecedented times, it is increasingly more important to look out for your own physical and mental well-being. For many people around the world that are dealing with the financial and emotional strain of the new normal, stress and anxiety levels are at an all time high. Everybody could use a little bit of […]
Studying abroad in France was the best experience I have ever had, and it changed the way I live, think, and go about daily life. For example, I try much harder to not waste water because my host mom told me that I use too much water while brushing my teeth! This along with bigger, […]
Studying abroad has become very popular among college students, and in recent years it has become more achievable and affordable. Studying abroad is scary at first for most people (usually the fun kind of scary). Whether it’s your first time out of the country or your fifth time, there are always going to be unknowns. […]
Good advice as we start Finals Week! College creeps up on many unsuspecting victims, leaving them anxious and confused about what to do next. This anxiety only makes it harder to step back and make a plan for success. Whether you are a senior in high school or a junior in college, the pressure of […]
Fast fashion has taken the world by storm since the 1980s. Companies like Zara, Forever 21 and H&M are all known for offering affordable, stylish clothing nationwide. Millions of people flock to these stores in order to get great deals on pieces, looking fashionable while not breaking the bank. There’s an underlying issue with this […]
With Halloween only 233 days (and counting!) away, it’s about time we start thinking spooky thoughts. But it’s always so hard to know where to start, isn’t it? Not to worry, boys and ghouls, because here lies but a small number of boogeymen–from the lesser-knowns to the famous to the infamous. The rank of each […]
The dreaded time after Spring Break always approaches rather quickly. For that wonderful week away, you were able to shut off your mind and not worry about school work. And with the coronavirus completely interrupting the semester this spring, getting back on track has been even tougher. But the pure bliss of freedom is still […]
Hand sanitizer and toilet paper shortages, travel bans, and mass hysteria have all been the products of the coronavirus pandemic. But while the United States is just starting to experience the worst of this pandemic, the impact will continue, according to Dr. Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Disease. “We […]
Zumba fitness is a dance group fitness class that targets the entire body. The popular fitness craze was started by Beto Perez, an aerobics instructor who forgot his cassette tape for class. Instead of canceling class, he improvised by using his Latin music cassettes and eventually “Zumba” was born. Zumba incorporates numerous world music and […]
Ever wondered where to eat when visiting the Charleston coast but felt like there were too many options and not enough time? As of 2019, 6.9 million individuals have visited the Holy City to soak up its rich history, southern hospitality, beautiful beaches and iconic cuisine. Three of Charleston’s most popular beaches include Folly Beach, […]
Once the coronavirus has disappeared, we will hopefully be able to travel back and forth to Europe again. And a great place to travel to is the undiscovered city of Gothenburg, Sweden – a west coast town that offers both the exciting pulse and the calming vibe of a sea breeze. Gothenburg is the second-largest […]
You have likely exercised at one point or another in your life, whether it was on weight machines at the gym, running on a trail or even biking through your neighborhood. Have you ever stopped to think about the variety of potential benefits exercising can have on your life? Keep reading to learn about seven […]
This is how to make it as an elder ‘Zoomer’ in this quarantine. Now that so many of us have extra downtime and need something to do, it’s way past time to get on TikTok – a Chinese app created in 2012 to inspire creativity – and start dancing. Or at the very least, you […]
What a crazy time it is. While we’re all at home protecting the health and safety of ourselves and others, it is safe to say we have all gone a little crazy – and if you haven’t, I applaud you. Social distancing has brought us strange times where we have absolutely no idea what to […]
As countries across the globe begin to reach a peak in the coronavirus impact, and as quarantining remains a major effort in the United States, the best thing you can do during this time is to fill it up with activities while keeping it entertaining. This blog post will give some ideas for those times […]
