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Giving is better than getting this season
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Although there’s nothing quite like the feeling of receiving a thoughtful holiday gift from someone special during the holidays, there’s also nothing like curating a personal gift that you know will be greatly appreciated by another person. In my opinion, the process of creating a gift tailored to another individual’s personal preferences with a thoughtful…
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The impact of media on public perception of crime and criminal justice
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Everyone has their guilty pleasures, shows or movies they like to watch to unwind. For me, and for many others, those shows are crime dramas and police procedural programs like ‘Criminal Minds’, or ‘Castle’. Shows like these are accepted forms of entertainment for people all over the world, but what we do not realize is…
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The toxicity of Andrew Tate
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Content warning: this article contains mention of abuse, violence and sexual assault against women. With the constant rise of social media influencers, it is no surprise that many achieve fame due to their ideologies. However, this fame does not guarantee that these internet celebrities will be favoured by the masses. When it comes to influencers…
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Better Than Game of Thrones? House of the Dragon Dazzles
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Game of Thrones fans around the globe held their breath as the premiere of the new series set in George R. R. Martin’s iconic universe took flight on Aug. 21st of this year. With an 8.7/10 on IMDb and an 85% score on Rotten Tomatoes, it is clear that the show has made a profound…
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Why crafty gift giving is the perfect way to show you care
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Christmas is one of my favourite times of year. The sparkling snow that’s perfect for making snow angels, the smell of cinnamon and nutmeg in every café, and, of course, spending time with family. I can’t wait until the school semester is done and I can finally go home and relax for a couple of…
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Petrifying podcasts to get you in gear for the spooky season
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Halloween is just around the corner and with it comes a landslide of spooky content from every direction. Halloween-themed movies, shows, books and even music are on the top of everyone’s radars with major platforms like Netflix and Spotify curating spooky movie and music recommendations for every occasion. During this Halloween content overload, podcasts often…
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A bad gift isn’t the end of the Christmas experience
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It’s Christmas morning. You’re sitting with your family, gathered around the Christmas tree, enjoying each other’s company. The floor is littered with gift wrapping, and the time for opening presents is coming to an end. As you take the last sip of luke-warm hot chocolate, you can feel the holiday cheer begin to fade as…
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The small screen has a big impact for minorities
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Media is a powerful thing. Everywhere we go, it’s there. In the car, at the bus stops, in schools, malls, our own homes. Hell, even in bathroom stalls. There is not one single waking moment we aren’t connected to the world around us. Because of this influence, it is nearly inexpressible how important representation in…
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