One of the most globally prosperous companies, Sephora has lately become the subject of scrutiny amidst controversy regarding the presence of children and young teenagers in the shop. Reports from frustrated customers state that kids below the age of 13 have been overcrowding stores, disrespecting employees and customers, mishandling expensive
The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) is forcibly removing homeless encampments within its jurisdiction while disproportionately targeting the Indigenous population. Such expulsions contravene Indigenous Treaty Rights as specified by principle eight of the National Protocol for Homeless Encampments in Canada. Moreover, amidst the sweeps, EPS members are conducting wrongful arrests under
Imagine for a moment the carbon footprint of an average person. Now, multiply that nearly 1,200 times, and you begin to grasp the enormity of singer/songwriter Taylor Swift's jet emissions. This stark comparison lays bare a truth that is hard to ignore. By the prevailing definitions
In the digital age, the curated images we share on social media have become not just snapshots of our lives but carefully crafted narratives about who we are — or, more pointedly, who we wish to be perceived as. Among the myriad ways individuals can construct these narratives, performative cleanliness has
For many, February is a month of celebration of love. For some, it is a season that continues to uphold heteronormative ideas and expectations, especially for those who do not necessarily fit the cis-heterosexual mould. Galentine’s Day is celebrated on Feb. 13, a day before Valentine’s Day,
Masturbation: the open secret everyone knows but rarely talks about. Despite being as routine as your morning coffee, countless myths about solo time persist. Let us dive in, debunk these myths, and finally set the record straight. Welcome to your go-to guide for busting the top myths about masturbation.
The role of the public library is evolving. While providing free access to a diverse range of books remains a vital mission, in a world where information is available 24/7, libraries are assuming a distinct role in our community – that of a third space community center. Our society lacks
Trigger Warning: Incestuous themes TLC's sMothered, which premiered in 2019, has sparked considerable debate for its provocative depiction of mother-daughter relationships that tread a fine line between deep familial love and unsettling sexual undertones. This reality TV series delves into the lives of mothers and daughters whose
On bitter winter days, the dreaded walks to the bus or the few minutes of waiting for the car to heat up are assured to come to an end, where warmth will be grasped and the dire need for safety is only a mere thought in the back of one’
The act of “doomscrolling”— the consumption of media with a negative tone or subject — has been receiving fresh attention in the popular media and even the scholarly literature. It is increasingly noted for its detrimental impacts on the mental health of those who regularly engage in it, and many authorities
