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In an era increasingly dominated by sprawling cinematic universes and franchise reboots, A24 has not just survived but thrived, by meticulously carving out a distinct and highly coveted niche in independent cinema. The studio, founded in 2012, has become synonymous with auteur-driven, aesthetically bold and often unconventional storytelling, fostering a...

The age-old stigma that animation is a genre specifically meant for children is one that is timeless just as much as it is wrong. People often feel that animation is specifically a genre that is meant to be watched by children. While there has been a notable decrease in the...

Beauty brands have focused on health-conscious and eco-friendly trends in recent years, eliminating harsh chemicals from their products to make them safer for human use. Sadly, certain hair care products are still behind in these efforts and are hurting people. For years, hair care products targeting minorities, in particular black...

The political landscape as the nation inches closer to the 2026 midterm elections, remains a volatile mix of persistent economic concerns, cultural flashpoints and an increasingly fractured electorate. While still over a year out, the battle lines are already being drawn, promising a fiercely contested cycle that will likely hinge...

According to a recent study performed by Maximillian Kotz, weather conditions from climate change is resulting in drastic effects on the global food market, stating that “recent spikes in the price of food were often associated with heat, drought and heavy precipitation conditions that were so extreme as to completely...

Everyone online has seen the trend. A girl, recording on TikTok, starts doing her makeup while talking about her life. Whether it be her weekend plans, a breakup or a pimple on her chin, we are all obsessed with the gossip. It’s not about just getting ready, it’s the whole...

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