Audiences enjoy a mystery. Our fascination with a case to solve is a continuous and ever-present element of human nature. We crave the satisfaction that comes from guessing the killer in a murder mystery...
For many, Hollywood’s productions have facilitated escapism. Encompassing a reach broader than the United States, citizens from all around the world have been able to attribute some of their fondest...
Before his rise in the United States civil Rights movement, Martin Luther King Jr. wrote an essay on the purpose of education in society in the 1947 edition of Stanford University’s newspaper, The Maroon...
Journalism is meant to act as the Fourth Estate that keeps power in check, exposes injustice, and amplifies the voices of the voiceless. Its core responsibility is to serve the public, not the powerful....
With a cherry lollipop, a baby pink shirt with lace trim, and rose-tinted glasses, you too can be a part of the “coquette,” “Lolita,” and “Lana Del Rey” aesthetics. Despite their seemingly...
Why do we feel the need to reinvent ourselves constantly? One day, TikTok showcases “coquette” bows and lace patterns; the next, “blokette” football jerseys and Adidas Sambas dominate the feed....
Although it has only been two months since the school year started, one might say that we all could use a long holiday.
With the ever-looming shadow of end-of-semester summatives, CAS projects, and...
Viewers on social media platforms such as Tik-Tok and Instagram have recently witnessed a surge in content showcasing trends of “Girl Dinner,” “Girl Math,” and “Girl Hobbies.” The frequent...
Over the past decade, there has been a remarkable surge in the global popularity of various aspects of East Asian culture, particularly within Western media. These cultural exports have captivated international...
When taking a glance at the world around us, we often overlook society’s tight grasp on their digital screens. Amidst the constant notification alerts and the endless Instagram reels, we fail to recognize...
For the Class of 2024, these next few months will shoulder an abundance of change. A number of us plan to study outside of Indonesia, the place where we have lived for at least a year of our lives—and...
Mental health struggles, once considered taboo, have become more socially accepted with each passing year. Today, phrases such as “my therapist says that” — would not incite a batted eye. Celebrating...
