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Elbia Vidal Castillo

Bio: Elbia Vidal Castillo is a third-year undergraduate student from Peru studying Digital and Print Journalism and Sociology. She has a deep passion for writing and story-telling, such as reading classic Latin American literature and international news. Both her love for writing and reading built her career path in journalism. As a journalist, she is excited to narrate different perspectives and provide a voice. Elbia is excited to participate in NYC Tastemakers to improve her abilities and learn more. In addition to pursuing her lifelong dream of becoming a better writer and editor, she sees this opportunity as a way to hone her storytelling skills and learn more about the stories that impact our world.
TV

Bridgerton Season 2 is the best one so far (Op-Ed)

With the recent release of the second part of Bridgerton’s third season, fans are once again swept into the enchanting world of Regency-era romance. While this latest installment is charming and undeniably appealing, it pales in comparison to the brilliance of the second season, which, in my opinion, remains the …

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Politics

Why Trump’s felony convictions are having minimal impact on his campaign (Op-Ed)

An important concern has arisen as the 2024 presidential campaign progresses as everyone is wondering how Donald Trump’s criminal convictions may impact his campaign. First, media and legal observers speculated that a guilty conviction would severely damage his candidacy. Nevertheless, it seems that Trump’s campaign has shown remarkable resilience in …

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Latest News

Supreme Court overturns Trump-era ban on bump stocks

The Supreme Court’s landmark ruling on Friday nullified the Trump administration’s federal prohibition on bump stocks. The conservative majority is continuing their tendency to reduce gun control measures, and this decision is just another example of that. The liberal justices of the court, headed by Justice Sonia Sotomayor, disagreed with …

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Fashion

Are fashion weeks still Relevant in the Digital Age? (Op-Ed)

Even in this digital day, fashion weeks continue to exemplify the meeting point of art, commerce, and cultural criticism; they are more than simply displays for new lines. In addition to establishing the tone for future trends, these events provide opportunities for society to reflect and talk about itself. Not …

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Music

Is classic rock now obsolete? (Op-Ed)

Although it is most used in music, the term “classic” can be applied to any work of art that has maintained a consistently high level of excellence over time. Except for classic rock, every era of modern history stands apart from the classical period. From the mid-1960s until, according to …

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Politics

How the Hunter Biden trial could affect Biden’s presidential campaign (Op-Ed)

As the first child of a serving president to be convicted of felonies, Hunter Biden’s conviction on three counts represents a watershed moment in U.S. political history. Some have wondered how this landmark decision may affect President Joe Biden’s bid for reelection. Even if the trial might not change the …

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Books

The rise of bookstores with a social mission (Op-Ed)

Independent bookshops have been thriving again in recent years, serving as community centers and catalysts for social change in addition to traditional retail functions. These bookshops have become vital to the communities they serve, representing the values of unity and mutual help, because of their strong dedication to social missions. …

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Politics

What’s really behind Joe Biden’s harsh new executive order on immigration? (Op-Ed)

Many are wondering why and how President Joe Biden decided to “shut down” the border to asylum seekers in his most recent executive order, which has caused heated controversy. The action seems to go against his previous position on immigration reform, but there are several circumstances that show why he …

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Latest News

NYC subway station to be renamed in honor of Stonewall Riots, a landmark in LGBTQ+ rights movement

Legislators in New York state have passed a bill to rename a subway stop in Manhattan after the historic Stonewall riots, which started the LGBTQ+ rights movement of today. In recognition of the critical role played by the Stonewall Rebellion of 1969, the Greenwich Village station that is now known …

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Beauty

The loss of natural beauty: why models are all looking the same (Op-Ed)

The beauty and fashion industries once celebrated uniqueness and inherent attractiveness, valuing the individuality models brought to the runway and publications. However, over the past decade, a concerning trend has emerged where models increasingly look alike, losing the distinct features that once set them apart. This shift is driven by …

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Politics

The decline of bipartisanship in American politics (Op-Ed)

The political climate in the US has changed dramatically due to the dramatic decrease of bipartisanship in the last few decades. This is due, in large part, to the fact that the two major political parties in the United States—the Democrats and the Republicans—are so powerful, as well as to …

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Latest News

New allegations surface of Trump’s disrespect toward black contestants on “The Apprentice”

A former “The Apprentice” participant named Gene Folkes has revived claims that Donald Trump was racist and bigoted when the reality star was a contestant. A little while after his elimination from the program in 2010, Folkes—one of just two Black participants that season—recounted an event. It was at a …

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