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Why You Should Try Peruvian Food

Why You Should Try Peruvian Food

Among the better-known culinary destinations across the globe, like Italy, France, and Japan, Peru stands in a lane of its own as one of the most intercultural and flavorful cuisines on the planet. When I visited family in Peru for the first time as a curious child, I was immediately taken with the bold, vibrant flavors that defied everything my little American-raised brain knew about food. 20 years later, I proudly maintain that Peruvian food is among the best there is, and I firmly believe that everyone should try it at least once in their life. Why? Well, let’s start with a bit of history.

How Diverse Sports Medicine Can Improve Athletes’ Health

How Diverse Sports Medicine Can Improve Athletes’ Health

Earlier this year, the NFL, together with the NFL Physicians Society and the Professional Football Athletic Trainer Society launched the NFL Diversity in Sports Medicine Pipeline Initiative, a plan that sought to provide medical students at the four Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) medical schools with the opportunity to complete a clinical rotation with NFL club medical staff. The initiative aimed to boost and diversify the pipeline of students interested in pursuing careers in sports medicine to help make a positive impact in the field and, over time, help to diversify NFL club medical staff.

What’s with Revue Theatre in Buenos Aires?

What’s with Revue Theatre in Buenos Aires?

Revue Theatre has been at the center of Argentinian culture for over a century. By the end of the 1800s, scandalous Revue Plays were getting canceled due to their flashy satirization of the political and social landscape at the time. More than any other space, Revue Theatre contributed to the visibility of Argentinian tango.

Op-ed: The Best Face Sunscreen And Its Dupes

Op-ed: The Best Face Sunscreen And Its Dupes

As someone who is a skincare aficionado, finding the perfect sunscreen to complete one’s daily routine is crucial in order to fully protect your precious skin from sun damage. While the piercing sun rays are intensified in these summer months, sunscreen is just as fundamental as moisturizers and cleansers in your skincare routine year-round. Over recent years as self-care has become more popularized and people are prioritizing their skincare needs, brands have created sunscreen formulas that are designed specifically for facial use in order to enhance the appearance of your skin and provide a barrier from the sun.

Why Mamma Mia Is Uniquely The Best Musical

Why Mamma Mia Is Uniquely The Best Musical

As someone who is personally not the biggest theater fanatic, I have questioned why “Mamma Mia!” is seemingly always the exception. As controversial as it may be, I think that what makes the majority of musicals so unappealing is the songs themselves. While there is definitely a niche group of musical theater fans who listen to nothing but the “Hamilton” soundtrack, I have found that I am not the only one who cannot stand the sound of Lin-Manuel Miranda’s voice and show tunes. However, following the release of the 2008 film adaptation, the 1999 musical “Mamma Mia!” became popularized once again in Gen Z viewers, and it holds a special place in my heart due to the soundtrack being completely comprised of ABBA songs.

Why Sitcoms Are The Best Type Of Shows

Why Sitcoms Are The Best Type Of Shows

magine sitting down to watch something on TV, only to realize that you have nothing new to watch— what is the go-to show you choose? Whether you realize it or not, the type of shows that people most consistently return to are sitcoms. Personally, I lean towards shows that are humorous, comforting, and generally help me to escape into someone else’s world for a bit. Programs like “New Girl,” “Ted Lasso,” “Parks and Recreation,” and “Curb Your Enthusiasm” all possess that crucial feature that drama shows do not, which is the characteristic I have coined, “rewatchability.” 

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