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Harry Styles’ vogue cover triggers the vocalisation of people’s opinions on masculinity
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Adorned in a glorious Gucci ball gown and jacket, Harry Styles has graced Vogue’s December cover. Styles is the first-ever solo male to appear on the American magazine’s cover in its 127-year history, marking a significant milestone for the fashion publication. The styling choices of this photoshoot, which featured an eclectic mix of couture skirts,…
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How stage three further alters our society
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The region of Kitchener-Waterloo has officially entered into stage three of reopening the province. But what exactly does that mean for our everyday lives? Well, there are a few major changes to the regulations we’ve been following. For one, the amount of people legally allowed to attend a social gathering has increased. Outdoor gatherings will…
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Why social justice should be more than just a trend
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Coming off the recent election high, it seems that the internet has died down completely almost overnight. Facebook has quickly returned from videos of political candidates, their policies and smears to dog videos and memes about Christmas. Where did all of the social and political stuff go? It’s easy to think that these issues go…
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Could North America adopt the social credit system?
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What would happen if your every interaction, positive or negative, was being tracked? All of your favourite hobbies, shopping habits, political preferences, social media posts, and social interactions were monitored by the government and you were giving a score to deem whether you were trustworthy? If it sounds like something out of Black Mirror to…
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Global Climate Strike at Waterloo Town Square attracts local activists of all ages
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An estimated 5,000 people attended the Global Climate Strike at Waterloo Town Square on Sept. 27 to fight for climate change justice in Waterloo Region. Attendees ranged in age, with children and teens notably present among older generations in the massive crowd that was present. Many were holding creatively constructed signs that voiced their outrage…
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