Flashback Athlete of the Month for July 2023 Bio Highlight Bio Born in Carolina, Puerto Rico in 1934 to a sugarcane worker, Roberto Clemente showed early interest–and talent–in baseball. As a high school freshman, he was recruited to play softball with the Selo Rojo team, and at just 18, Clemente …
When stress floods our nervous system without being released, it can become dysregulated and cause a number of physiological problems. Thankfully, they don’t have to be permanent.
As a fence-sitter who sees both sides of the great AI-in-music debate, I believe that AI should provide the tools to guide music direction–but never take over it.
Make Up Artist of the Month for June 2023 Instagram Bio Gallery Bio A hand-chosen favorite of beauty icon Pat McGrath, rising makeup artist Marcelo Guiterrez is paving the way for himself and other Latinos in an industry that still lacks authentic representation. Guiterrez and his family moved to the …
Reggaeton Artist of the Month for June 2023 Twitter Instagram Youtube Soundcloud Bio Latina Bio Isabella Lovestory, the persona of Isabella Rodriguez, is a Honduran pop and reggaeton artist who channels themes of self-expression and sexual empowerment through music described as perreo-pop. Born in 1993 in Honduras, Rodriguez and her …
An Indianapolis doctor who spoke publicly with a reporter about providing abortion services to a 10-year-old Ohio rape victim was issued a letter of reprimand and fined by Indiana’s medical licensing board on Thursday.
When you look at the culture of cosmetic surgery promotion on TikTok, pushed heavily by arguably predatory plastic surgeons and influencers trying to push an unattainable standard, it’s not hard to see why so many people, teens and young adults in particular, are struggling with mental health and self-esteem. Getting cosmetic work done is a personal choice, and at the end of the day, you have the right to it–but for the sake of your self image, it’s always best to consider the nuances and consequences of social media’s influence on your desire for permanent change.
One notable way that current-day native Latinos have expressed resistance to oppression is through fashion. With brands like Ralph Lauren that harmfully appropriate indigenous Latin American designs on the rise, supporting native fashion is more important than ever in amplifying native voices and culture. Here are just five native Latino fashion designers who defiantly express their cultures through art, and showcase the (rebellious) beauty of indigenous diversity.
As a result of our ever-increasing health consciousness, protein powder (mostly in the form of protein shakes) has become a popular addition to people’s diets, with advertised benefits promising big muscle gains and reduced appetite. But does the average American just trying to stay fit truly need protein powder, even after a moderate workout? Science says: maybe not.
The high standards of Japanese consumers have led to Japanese skincare companies using only the highest-quality ingredients in their oils, creams, and serums, earning some J-beauty products the title of being the best on the market.
I myself can attest to the quality of Japanese skincare, and I’d love for more people to realize its greatness. Without further ado, here are four popular Japanese skincare products that are guaranteed to leave your skin feeling brand new.
By the mid 1960’s, Douglass’ laugh tracks were eminent; shows like The Brady Bunch and My Three Sons are practically showcases of his work. But even at the time, the use of laugh tracks was derided by some creatives. Bob Unger told Billboard Magazine in 1955 that laugh tracks were a “necessary evil”, as at-home audiences still expected live studio audiences for their favorite shows. But as the years have gone by and comedy has continued to evolve, most of us now see canned laughter as an oft-grating relic of the past, representing a bygone era of comedy. So why do some shows still use it?
It’s April, which means Autism Acceptance Month has arrived. The past few years have reflected a growing awareness of what autism is and how society can better understand and include autistic people. Thanks in part to social media platforms like TikTok and Twitter, previously held–and harmful–beliefs about life on the spectrum are being challenged, giving a much-needed and validating spotlight on everyday autistic people and the autistic individuals throughout time who’ve made an impact on wider culture. In this article, I’d like to present a short timeline of four autistic musicians who’ve built a legacy for themselves in the world of music.
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