Day: October 2, 2025

What Would You Do If You Knew You’d Die Today? Silvera’s Novel Isn’t About Death—It’s About Permission to Live

Okay, I’ll be honest. I picked up “They Both Die at the End” because the title shocked me. Like, seriously? You’re just gonna tell me that up front? No mystery, no plot twist? Just boom: they die. I almost didn’t read it with that kind of spoiler, but I’m really glad I did. The story […]

No One Talks About How Shows Like Shameless Shaped Our Idea of Family

If you’ve ever watched “Shameless,” you noticed one thing right off the bat: the Gallagher family is an absolute disaster. And I mean that in the most loving way possible. Their house is always falling apart, bills aren’t getting paid without the squirrel fund and someone is always lying, stealing or running from something. Don’t […]

 Are Men Finally Breaking Away From Traditional Western Wedding Attire?

​Wedding attire in Western countries like the United States has been set to a consistent standard for decades. While the style and fabrics may differ, white has been the primary color for bride gowns. ​Traditionally, groomswear has faced fewer changes. While bridal gowns have evolved, groom suits have largely remained unchanged, highlighting an enduring convention. […]

Anti-Foreigner Sentiments Grow in Japan

In recent years, Japan has been increasingly leaning towards Anti-Foreigner sentiments as the Japanese government seeks to solve the country’s population crisis with foreign immigration. For years, Japan has been struggling with a population crisis.  The population of Japan has been declining over time, with last year having two citizens die for every child born. […]

Jane Goodall, Beloved Chimpanzee Expert, Dies at 91

Jane Goodall, the world-famous scientist who changed how we understand animals and spent her life fighting for the planet, died on Oct. 1 at age 91. Her foundation said she passed away of natural causes while on a speaking tour in California. Goodall became known in the 1960s for her work with wild chimpanzees in […]

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