The unstoppable commercialism of Mother’s Day
Is it a day to show love for your mom or to fall into the trap of overspending?
Category: Arts & Culture
Streaming music is starving artists
Big labels made billions last year through streaming, but artists are seeing only a tiny fraction of that revenue.
Why no one can “avada kedavra” the Harry Potter franchise
No magic necessary! Harry Potter has nailed the formula on how to sustain itself in an ever-changing world of pop culture.
ASMR is going mainstream but still mystifies many
ASMR is a growing phenomenon, getting praise but also a fiery hate.
The WWE is making huge money in Saudi Arabia, but it couldn’t come at a worse time
A 10-year deal worth nearly half of a billion dollars to helping the WWE cash in and helping Saudi Arabia launder its public image.
The Hidden Oracle: a mythical and daring start to Rick Riordan’s series, The Trials of Apollo
This adventurous YA fantasy novel is filled with imagination and creativity.
Scarlet: The Lunar Chronicles is an intriguing sci-fi adventure
The novel has depth and the overall story is very well-developed. It is perfect for readers who want a mix of action and mystery.
Why we should read Charles Bukowski
If you want to write real, learn it from Bukowski.
How a stock image of an egg took all of social media by storm
Don’t read this if you don’t want to lose brain cells.
This 17-year-old editor-in-chief is taking her team to the big leagues
The team behind the Alpha Centauri at École Alpha Secondary in Burnaby hopes their original content will be rewarded at this year’s American Scholastic Press Association awards.
The cinematography of The Florida Project shows how poverty affects the lives of young children living in it
The cinematography of the film The Florida Project puts the audience into the shoes of children. The movie, directed by SeanContinue Reading
Kent Monkman’s massive and bold historical paintings are something that every Canadian should see
The artist’s paintings depict themes of colonization, sexuality, loss and contemporary Indigenous experience.
The beauty of dance overshadows the physical and emotional struggles dancers endure
Not many people consider the negative effects that dance has on dancers. It is important to understand the reason behind their dedication and perseverance.
Why modern day feminism causes more harm than help
Feminism was effective and solved an old problem of oppression, but that problem is now fixed and modern day feminists need to stop whining.
We all have feelings of panic and stress, but what makes a mental health issue different?
It’s important to know the difference between a feeling and mental illness so that you can understand the effect on others.
Weird facts that you probably didn’t know about Christmas
Did you know that Jingle bells was originally made for Thanksgiving? Here are some facts about Christmas during the olden days
Social influencers are lying to you
Influencers are making lucrative deals through sponsorship deals, but 90% of the time, they are breaking FCC regulations by not revealing that they are a paid shill.
After legalisation, Canadian teens need to understand the danger of marijuana use
Marijuana legalisation is great for adults, but young people need to be aware of its harmful effects on young minds.
Discovering Vancouver’s eclectic art scene through the Eastside Culture Crawl
From paintings and prints to sculptures and ceramics, and everything in between, there’s plenty to look at during the Culture Crawl!
The man behind the sponge
Spongebob Squarepants has grown into a massive global phenomenon that has spread to every corner of the globe. But many people don’t know the man who started it all.
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