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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.
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Georgia Judge dismisses some Trump election subversion charges but leaves most of the case intact

The presiding judge, Scott McAfee, has rendered a landmark ruling in the continuing criminal case in Georgia involving associates of Donald Trump. He has dismissed several accusations while maintaining most of the case. In a recent order, McAfee struck out six counts from the 41-count indictment that Trump and his …

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Sports

Why soccer is the most important sport in the world

If you’re looking for a sport that unites people like no other, go no farther than soccer, or football as it’s called outside of North America. Its influence permeates every culture on the planet, beyond the confines of a mere playing field. The FIFA World Cup, a celebration of teamwork, …

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The pharmaceutical industry is fiercely opposed to President Biden’s plan to lower the cost of prescription drugs for seniors, and this opposition is resonating in courts throughout the country. This conflict is developing as pharmaceutical corporations fight against a recently passed legislation that aims to reduce the costs of essential …

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The city of Chicago has had its first measles cases since 2019, adding to the alarming national trend of increasing illnesses. Two cases have been verified by municipal health authorities, signaling a return of the highly infectious illness. The first case was announced on Thursday by the Chicago Department of Public Health …

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Patients struggle to get lifesaving medication after cyberattacking on a major health care company

Millions of Americans are in a terrible bind after a cyberattack on Change Healthcare, a critical division of UnitedHealth Group, forced them to choose between going without life-saving medications or paying out-of-pocket costs for them. A widespread cyber breach was detected on February 21, 2024, and since then, vital systems …

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Fashion

Fashion can be used as a political tool (Op-Ed)

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Music

The Essential Role of Soundtracks in Movies (Op-Ed)

Have you ever found yourself daydreaming about your life having a soundtrack, as if every moment was accompanied by the perfect song? There’s a reason for that. Music has an incredible power to bring images to life and evoke emotions. In movies, this power is used to craft a magic …

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In the next few days, the mountainous parts of California are likely to see blizzard conditions brought on by a major winter storm that has the potential to bring huge amounts of snow, wind gusts reaching high speeds, and other unusual weather conditions. Those traveling face a significant threat as this storm is expected …

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Fashion

Why do fashion trends eventually come back?

Vintage looks from the ’70s, ’80s, and ’90s often make triumphant returns to the fashion industry, updated with a contemporary spin. These fads first make their appearance on celebrity or high-fashion runways, where they are accompanied by hefty price tags and exclusive labels. Nevertheless, with the help of social media, …

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Music

What was lacking in Olivia Rodrigo’s new album. (Op-Ed)

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