Leona Marquess

Leona Marquess

Bio: Leona Marquess is a student attending the University of Idaho pursuing her bachelors degree of science and is currently a communications major. Iced coffees are her weakness and curling up on the couch with a good book and of course writing. She looks forward to growing and learning, working with the NYCtastemakers team.
Sports

Ben Crump aiming to end hazing in college sports

Fifteen former Northwestern football players reached out to Crump and attorney Steve Levin to take potential legal action against the university for hazing incidents that took place in the program.

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Books

Over half a million free books given to children in Wales

The Books Council for Wales and Welsh Government have been working on the Schools love reading book project to provide every child in a state school with their very own book.

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Latest News

Climate change affecting Death Valley

In Death Valley National Park last night at 10:00 p.m., the temperature stayed at a bizarre 116°. Earlier that same day in the afternoon, temperatures were at 126°, a few degrees shy of a record.

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TV

Ahsoka release date and more

Star Wars fans are gearing up with excitement as the new Star Wars TV series Ahsoka is on its way. Ahsoka has been in the works for almost three years, and #fans are only a month from seeing the premiere.

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Food

Five salads that aren’t boring

With the hot weather this summer, there’s a good chance you want your food to be cold. If you like salads but get sick of eating the same one, then this article is perfect for you!

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Beauty

Makeup essentials for girls on the go

For the busy girl who feels like her hair never looks quite right, or the red splotch is showing, and the coffee accidentally stained her teeth, I have put together some of the best on-the-go products!

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Fashion

The truth about Patagonia

Today, Patagonia has become synonymous with environmental awareness, using sustainable and ethically sourced materials, and continuing to be outspoken about climate change.

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Fashion

Nicola Coughlan wears a sustainable dress standing up to fast fashion for the Barbie premiere

Nicola Coughlan, Barbie, and Bridgerton star walked the red carpet last Thursday in a sustainable dress with a fantastic backstory.

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Sports

Women’s Sports are booming, and we are here for it!

Women’s sports have seen a boom this past year, with the Women’s World Cup bringing in big numbers, being the most attended Women’s sports event ever.

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Fashion

How the Barbie movie is affecting fashion in 2023

Many people have been taking to TikTok to share their proudest Barbie outfits, with the song “Barbie Girl” playing in the background, using the hashtag Barbie outfits to form a community of Barbie Core fashion.

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Music

Billie Eilish new music video and the deeper meaning of it

Two hours ago, Billie Eilish released a heart-wrenching music video that she self-directed, “What was I made for.” Billie contributed this song to be part of the new #Barbie movie soundtrack.

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TV

Love Island Season 5

Many of us are bubbling with excitement as our favorite dating show, Love Island, announced that it would be coming out with a season five!

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