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Benazir Paikan

Bio: Benazir Paikan is a graduate student at Binghamton University, where she is pursuing an MS in Business Administration. Originally from Afghanistan, she graduated with a BA in Economics from the American University of Central Asia in May 2023. Her academic journey is complemented by active involvement in various student organizations and a strong background in marketing, content development, and economic research. She is fluent in Farsi, Pashto, English, Turkish, and Urdu, with intermediate proficiency in Russian. She has been honored with several academic awards, including the Dean's List and the Best Senior Thesis Award. She is passionate about enhancing cultural activities and supporting her fellow graduate students.
Theater

The Resurrection of Classic Plays: The Significance of Old Stories

Classic plays continue to have a special place on stage in the dynamic world of theater, where fresh voices and modern stories are being told all the time. Plays by classic writers like Ibsen, Chekhov, and Shakespeare are being revived in theaters all around the world. But what is it ...

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Books

The Art of Slow Reading: Rediscovering the Joy in Print Books

The skill of slow reading is becoming more and more uncommon in today’s fast-paced digital environment when information is devoured at breakneck speed. In an attempt to keep up with the constant stream of content, we speed-read books, scan through articles, and browse through countless feeds. But in this rush, ...

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Health and Wellness

Wearable Technology and Wellness: The Revolution in Personal Health Monitoring Powered by Smart Devices

Wearable technology is a modern reality that is transforming how we approach personal health and wellness; it is no longer just a futuristic idea. These gadgets, which range from fitness trackers to smartwatches, are more than just step counters and heart rate monitors. These days, they are effective instruments for ...

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Fashion

The Transcendent Fashion Revolution: Transcending Limitations and Accepting Selfhood

The changing standards, morals, and goals of society have always been reflected in fashion. But in recent years, fashion has evolved beyond its conventional function as a status symbol or trend to become a potent means of self-expression and acceptance. The transcendent fashion revolution is about fashion’s ability to transcend ...

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Music

The Role of Social Media in Creating Music Stars: The TikTok Effect 

With the music industry always changing, social media has emerged as a potent tool for finding and promoting fresh talent. TikTok has become one of these platforms that has the most influence, quickly making obscure musicians into international stars. Artists now have a new avenue for audience outreach thanks to ...

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Politics

Artificial Intelligence and Politics: Could It Be the Ultimate Policy Advisor?

Politics is just one industry that artificial intelligence (AI) is quickly changing. Artificial Intelligence (AI) makes a strong argument as a tool for improving political decision-making because of its capacity to evaluate enormous volumes of data and forecast consequences. However, is it truly capable of acting as the best policy ...

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Sports

How College Athletes are Redefining Sports Amateurism: The Evolution of NIL Deals

The emergence of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals is causing a major upheaval in the college athletics landscape. This change is redefining amateurism in sports and changing the landscape of collegiate athletics. The way collegiate athletes engage with the sports industry has revolutionized with NIL deals, allowing them to ...

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Politics

Battle for the Suburbs: How Voters in Suburban Areas Will Affect the 2024 Election

Suburban voters will be crucial in determining the outcome of the 2024 election as it draws near. Suburban areas have historically been significant battlegrounds in elections since they have frequently shifted between political parties. These regions’ dynamics, with their varied and progressive electorates, are expected to have a big impact ...

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Latest News

Growing Fear: The Resurgence of Monkeypox and Its Consequences for the World.

The recent global upsurge in monkeypox cases has raised concerns and brought attention to how unstable newly developing infectious illnesses can be. Monkeypox was first discovered in 1958 and was mostly limited to areas of Central and West Africa. But recent outbreaks have shown that it can move outside of ...

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Beauty

Constant Beauty: How Industry is Changing to the Real-Time

The digital world is always changing, and rapid gratification is the norm, thus the beauty business is seeing a seismic shift towards real-time innovation and interaction. The industry is changing to suit the expectations of a fast-paced, hyperconnected environment where immediacy is crucial, from product creation to customer encounters. In ...

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Books

Literary Legends: Examining the Everlasting Allure of Vintage Novels in Contemporary Times

In a time when social media, technology, and fast-paced lives rule the day, it might come as a surprise that classic novels are still popular among readers of all ages. However, timeless masterpieces like 1984, Moby-Dick, and Pride and Prejudice continue to captivate audiences today in ways that more recent ...

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Politics

The New Power Struggle: How Generation Z is Changing the Face of Politics

Born between the end of the 1990s and the beginning of the 2010s, Generation Z is quickly becoming a powerful force in politics. Gen Z is changing politics in ways that are upending established power structures and rethinking the nature of governance thanks to their unique ideals, digital proficiency, and ...

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