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Ella Welsh

Bio: Ella is a Magazine, News, and Digital Journalism student at Syracuse University with a minor in Creative Writing. She has a deep passion for storytelling and has written for several student publications. Through this internship, she hopes to continue growing as a writer and gain valuable experience in the field. Ella enjoys reading and exploring the power of narrative, and she aspires to a career in journalism where she can inform and connect audiences through compelling stories.
Politics

Trump’s Bold Move in Los Angeles Raises Questions

After the recent detainment of dozens of people, Los Angeles citizens took to the streets in protest. Trump responded by sending national guard officers to the scene–a move that has provoked much controversy.  On Friday, June 6, a protesting crowd formed in LA’s Fashion District after Immigration and Customs Enforcement ...

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Fashion

How Gen Z’s Love for “Wrong” Proportions Challenges Beauty Standards

Gen Z is a generation that does not care about expectations, especially when it comes to fashion. They are constantly pushing the norms of what is considered fashionable– with oversized clothing, chunky shoes and loud accessories. Yes, this is a push to embrace individuality, but it is also a way ...

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Politics

Vance’s Trump Turn Tells the Whole GOP’s Story

J.D. Vance, the current Vice President to and fiercest ally of President Donald Trump, has not always been such a loyal supporter. Vance began as a skeptic to Trump, but as Trump’s influence surged, the party’s true identity and priorities became clear. Vance’s personal shift isn’t just about his affiliation, ...

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Health and Wellness

The U.S. is Overmedicated–And It’s Not Just About Big Pharma

Roughly 47 million Americans take prescription medication for mental health treatment. This number has steadily increased over the past decade–a clear indication of not only a mental health crisis but a dependency on pharmaceutical solutions.  Many are aware that the American public is overmedicated, but it is often framed as ...

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Politics

The Trump-Musk Breakup Is a Power Struggle, Not Policy Disagreement

During the 2024 election season, Donald Trump and Elon Musk seemed to be the unlikely political dynamic duo. Two men, neither from traditional political backgrounds, vying together to be the voice of the United States.  The relationship appeared to be better than ever when President Trump won the election and ...

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Fashion

Looking Expensive Can Be Cheap

Summer is here… finally. With this, comes the sea of Instagram posts flaunting all sorts of luxury vacations–the Hamptons, Cape Cod and all of the European coastal destinations. What is highlighted in these curated glimpses, however, is not only scenic views but also beachy and expensive looking outfits.  The “Old ...

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Politics

Masculinity Is Being Politicized in a Dangerous Way

What does it mean to be a “man”? This is a question that most people have heard throughout their lives, whether in discussion challenging toxic masculinity or promoting the traditional ideas of “manhood.” It is clear that this ambiguous matter has no clear correct answer but instead is used as ...

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Music

Record Labels Are Becoming Irrelevant – and Artists Know It

Gone are the days when being signed to a record label was the only path to becoming a successful musician. Now, you only need one thing to break into the industry—a TikTok account. Many notable musicians got their start on social media. The virality of “Old Town Road” on TikTok ...

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