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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.
Latest News

Supreme Court Protects Free Health Services for Millions

The Supreme Court has ruled that a key part of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), also known as “Obamacare,” is constitutional. The case was challenging how a certain committee, the US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF), is appointed.  USPSTF is a group of 16 health experts who decide what preventive ...

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Books

We’re Too Dumb For Unreliable Narrators – And That’s a Problem

We’re all becoming dumb. Well, in the sense that media literacy is dying – and with it the unreliable narrator. Unreliable narrators are (biasedly) one of the best ways to create a compelling and relatable story; they are a key part of what makes storytelling feel human. Just like in ...

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TV

HBO’s “Girls” Is the Brutally Honest Show Every 20-Something Needs 

“Girls” is undoubtedly the best show ever created, especially if you’re in your 20s and still figuring the whole life thing out (so, basically everyone). It’s a brilliant and brutally honest depiction of just what it takes as you stumble into the chaos of adulthood. If you love “Sex and ...

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Fashion

Is Paris Fashion Week Sustainability Genuine or Just Greenwashing?

Paris Fashion Week, one of the most important weeks in the fashion world, has long been the event to find the very best of luxury, innovation and influence. But with increased discourse around how fashion is detrimental to the environment, even Paris Fashion Week has to acknowledge their impact. The ...

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Politics

Mamdani’s Primary Win Is Not a Fluke – It’s a Preview

Zohran Mamdani has declared his victory in the Democratic primary for the New York City Mayoral race. This win was not luck, it was earned. Through a bold and unprecedented campaign, the 33-year-old socialist candidate rallied voters behind his mission and was able to beat out front-runner Andrew Cuomo. This ...

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Beauty

Going Makeup Free Is the New Status Symbol

A bare face seems to be the new bold look. Whether it be Pamela Anderson walking the red carpet or Alicia Keys on magazine covers, celebrities everywhere are ditching makeup. Even on social media you seen influencers embracing the #WokeUpLikeThis selfie. The messaging behind this is one of reclaiming natural ...

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Politics

Zohran Mamdani Leans Into Identity Politics During NYC Mayor Race

Zohran Mamdani, a current New York State Assemblymember, is running for New York City mayor as a Democrat. With the primary election only four days away, he is quickly closing the gap on front-runner Andrew Cuomo. Earlier this month, Mamdani released a political ad that looks a little different than ...

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Music

Sabrina Carpenter’s New Album Cover – Ironic or Objectifying?

Sabrina Carpenter seems to be doing it all. Riding a wave of momentum during her global tour, she recently announced her next album, “Man’s Best Friend,” set for release in late August. Fans everywhere were stirring with excitement…until they took a closer look at the cover art. Controversy erupted all ...

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Politics

Bureaucracy Is the Frontline of Democracy

Headlines are all about politicians, but the real people that maintain democracy are the public workers who shape the lives of everyday Americans. Politics and democracy do not just stay in the Capitol, it lives in schools, housing offices, health clinics and even the DMV. The people that run these ...

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Food

The Allure of Farm-to-Table

There is something so special about eating a meal made from ingredients picked hours before. Farm-to-table isn’t just the hottest culinary trend, it is an experience rooted in simplicity, freshness and, most important of all, community.  Summer is the time when farm-to-table truly shines. With farmers’ markets overflowing with so ...

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Politics

Supreme Court Ruling Is a Step Back for Transgender Youth

The Supreme Court has ruled, in a 6-3 decision, to uphold the Tennessee law banning gender transition care for young people.  The case, United States v Skrmetti, was taken to court by three transgender teenagers, their parents and a doctor that provides transition medications. Their argument was that the Tennessee ...

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Movies

Why We’re Obsessed With Biopics Right Now

Biopics, films that dramatize the lives of real people, have become a cultural obsession. From stories about politicians to musicians, these movies are dominating the screen. Popularity around recent examples, like “A Complete Unknown” or “Oppenheimer” have shown just how much audiences love these films. Whether its tragedy, success or ...

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