Tag: culture
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Gilmore Girls: The Comfort Series
I’ve never been much of a telly person. Growing up, I always preferred books, much to my parents’ delight. However, this year, I decided to catch up on series that are frequently referenced online. At the top of the list are a few series that dominate the scene: Breaking Bad, Naruto, Star Wars, and shows…
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Human Rights’ Day
Human Rights Day is a national day that is commemorated annually in South Africa on March 21st. It is done to remind South Africans about the sacrifices that accompanied the struggle for the attainment of democracy and freedom in South Africa on March 21st each year. On this day in 1960, about 5,000 people gathered…
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The Paradox Of Ending A Friendship
In the grand spectacle of life, we all come to realize that even the most cherished friendships have an expiration date. Not because we’re harboring secret vendettas but because life happens—people move, and interests diverge. Suddenly, your best bud from middle school is now a crochet-loving punk while you’ve morphed into a preppy executive who…
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The History Of Valentine’s Day
Every year on February 14th, couples worldwide show their love for each other with flowers, chocolates, cuddly toys, or a meal out. From January 1st, shop shelves are decked with Valentine’s gifts and cards, ready for shoppers to browse the aisles looking for that perfect gift and card to give to the one they love…
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My Favorite Christmas Movies
Throughout the holiday season, people love watching Christmas movies. Some common favorite Christmas movies that people watch every year are Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, Santa Claus Is Coming To Town, and Frosty the Snowman. Although all of these Christmas movies are the favorite holiday films of many people, none of them are my favorites. In…
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The Gunpowder Plot
In 1605, Guy Fawkes and other conspirators planned to blow up the Houses of Parliament in London, England. The night of its state opening November 5th. The aim of the “Gunpower Plot,” as it became known, was to kill the Protestant King, King James 1. Thanks to an anonymous tip-off, Fawkes was discovered, and the…
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Sex and the City – The Comedy Show that Doubles as a Comfort Blanket for Women
When it comes to shows that bring you back, there is a Holy Trinity for women: Desperate Housewives, Gossip Girl, and Sex and the City. These three shows center mainly around groups of friends who are caught in a whirlwind of drama, romance, and gossip. With incredible fashion, lovable characters, and storylines that go from…
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Dangers Of Underage Cosmetic Surgery: Under-18s Flock to Wales after England Bans The Practice
Today, the pressure to conform to beauty standards has reached alarming levels, especially for young women. Teenagers growing up in Generation Z are particularly vulnerable to developing appearance dissatisfaction and low self-esteem. This is exacerbated by the constant exposure to media portrayals of artificial beauty ideals and the influence of social media influencers. As a…
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Life From A Teenager’s Mind
This is not an article that you were hoping it would be; rather, it’s like a diary entry that most of us can relate to. Confused, engulfed with emotions, indecisive, recession or what we can; depression are some common problems among everyone. What differs is that some have more and some face less of these…
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Suicide Prevention Month
Mostly, everyone knows that September is Suicide Prevention Month. There’s a week where a campaign is held annually to spread the word about suicide, mental health, and warning signs. There is an epidemic of suicides going on around the world. The United States alone has one of the highest suicide rates among the wealthier countries.…