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Self-care was never meant to be an industry
Self-care was once considered a lost practice, revived by attempts to preserve connection with mind, body and soul and restore balance by taking care of your mental health. It meant setting boundaries...
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Infrastructure investments must be prioritized in diplomacy
In a column from two years ago, I emphasized the importance of global trade. Since then, it has become increasingly apparent how important building infrastructure that supports trade across borders is for...
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In defense of maximalism
I’ve always been a serial collector of random items and tchotchkes — sue me. God forbid I like my bookshelves and desk to have some whimsy. I mean, when you think about...
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When it comes to rejection, we can't just say no
As college students, many of us have been to our fair share of social gatherings, whether it be a frat party, a house party or a night out at the bar with...
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Coke products are superior to Pepsi products
It takes a lot of effort for me to enter flavortown. One of the drinks that can help me along my journey is Coke. For the first two years of my existence...
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Renewable energy production must be more equitable and less toxic
The switch to renewable, green energy is vital to preserving our environment and preventing further climate change. However, renewable energy projects have negative social and even environmental implications that often aren’t recognized...
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Letter to the Editor: call to save Israeli hostages ignores Palestinian suffering
On Jan. 24, fellow Pipe Dream opinions columnist Samantha Rigante wrote an impassioned call for the spotlight of Israel’s mass slaughter of Palestinians to be returned to the Israeli hostages held in...
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Hostages in Gaza need to be brought home now
On Thursday, Jan. 18, gatherers at Hostages Square in Tel Aviv, Israel, held hundreds of orange balloons to commemorate the first birthday of the youngest hostage still being held in Gaza, Kfir...
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Passage of time heightens the experience of stories
Time makes stories better. I love stories. I’ve got nothing but respect, love and admiration for great storytellers. Stories have been a staple in human culture since the beginning of time, lining...
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European federalism must rise to meet complex challenges
European federalism must overcome strong challenges to survive What we today call Europe has a rich history of competing civilizations and ideas. Throughout the many centuries of its past, there were kingdoms,...