How thrifting continues to rise in popularity
Secondhand shopping began as an economic alternative, but has transformed into a cultural activity, especially popular among young people.
‘The ocean is pretty resilient’ — researchers, nonprofits on Los Angeles fires’ impact on local oceans
Following the Los Angeles Fires of 2025, there have been concerns about ocean water quality. Did the fires affect the oceans? Are oceans safe to swim in? Through interviews with ocean-health nonprofit representatives and researchers, this article aims to explore how exactly the oceans have been impacted by the fires.
‘I hope that everyone here is reminded of how capable they are’: Inagural Daisy Chain Fields Music Festival empowers girls, women, raises $20 million
Daisy Chain Fields brought an all-women lineup to Irvine and raised $20 million for nonprofits.
Opinion: Do star NFL athletes really get preferential treatment in the legal system?
Star NFL athletes have occasionally been accused of seeking preferential treatment under the law, but do these allegations have anything to stand on? Does the NFL suspension policy reflect the severity of these crimes?
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A temporary shut-down of Starbucks stores in Korea required all employees to attend history lessons
Starbucks stores in Korea temporarily shut down in June while all Starbucks Korea employees were required to attend a government-issued history lesson.
How Netflix rewrote the script of the Korean Drama Industry
The balance of power in the Korean drama industry has shifted toward Netflix and explores the industry’s sustainability for the people creating the dramas.
Opinion: open letter to the American Society of Transplantation — trehalose, a tardigrade sugar, could save lives
Can a sugar found in microscopic tardigrades solve the global organ transplant crisis? Maribelle Ganelis writes an open letter to the American Society of Transplantation urging research into trehalose to save lives.
Period — new chapter, the evolution of American menstrual education
There has been significant progress made within American society to destigmatize menstrual health and menstruation education, but what challenges still remain? Through presenting research, expert interviews, and survey data, this article dives into how menstrual education has evolved over time and the areas still needing improvement.
Review: The bacon macaroni and cheese at Panera Bread
I highly recommend you try the bacon mac n’ cheese at Panera Bread at least once in your life. The contrast of flavors due to its mix of soft macaroni pieces with juicy bacon bits is so good that it is entirely worth brushing away any doubts about it to try it at least once.
Opinion: A new generation of tea
The loss of cultural history within tea and boba drinks increases along with its growing popularity.