Opinions
False histories threaten success of democracies
Anemoia is the word for “yearning for a past that you never actually experienced.” It is a word that I imagine you have never even heard of, but when it comes to...
Opinions
Red-Pill podcasts must stop
With the rise in popularity of sexist influencers, such as Andrew Tate and Jordan Peterson, it is no surprise that the internet “manosphere” is poisoning more men’s minds than ever. “Manosphere” refers...
Sex Issue 2024
Sexual trauma does not justify further violence in Palestine
Editor’s Note (2/13/24): A previous version of this article described the New York Times’ Oct. 7 sexual violence report as “debunked” by various sources. The article’s language has since been amended to more...
Sex Issue 2024
Love is complicated, embrace it
It’s a draining force that overpowers the best of us. Your resistance is often futile. We sing songs about it, tell stories about it and remind ourselves of its presence on a...
Sex Issue 2024
Talk about sex more
Sex. Woah. I feel like I’m going to get in trouble for writing that word. I’m so used to writing about anything but sex. It feels weird to talk about. It feels...
Opinions
Disney's characterization of minorities is harmful
Why is it that Disney turns characters of color into nonhumans? In recent decades, a pattern has emerged in Disney’s productions — as viewers have noted, most storylines with a lead of...
Opinions
Sports leagues must limit the influence of gambling
During the last two seasons of the National Football League (NFL), fans watching on television and in person have been subject to an onslaught of advertisements promoting sports gambling. After a Supreme...
Opinions
Storytellers have responsibility to characters and readers
I’m deeply fascinated by storytelling. Think about some of your favorite fictional pieces. Whether it’s a book, a movie or even a poem — these are all facets for storytelling. When I...
Columns
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...
Columns
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...