Millennials and Gen Z are some of the most active players in today’s tabletop gaming culture. Sophie Breeze discusses what this means for D&D today.
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Wordle is a Bite of Respite for Millennials
Why did Wordle explode in popularity as we moved from 2021 to 2022? Fiona Wallace explores why millennials have become addicted to the game.
Big Bust Anxiety and the Re-emergence of the Braless Trend
Fashion trends have come and gone, yet the braless movement seems here to stay. For Tegan Lyon, this means seeing youthful, perky, svelte women embrace the trends, all while wondering if this trend was designed with her body in mind.
Yes, I’m an Arts Kid—No, I Won’t be Unemployed
Why do arts kids have different expectations set on them compared to other degrees? Andrea Septién Uribe describes her own experiences as an 'arts kid' and why the negative perceptions around arts degrees are wrong.
Lessons from a First-Time Dog Parent (or a Beginner’s Guide to Pet Adoption)
Xuan Wei Yap reflects on what it was like adopting a dog for the first time, the ups, downs, and the importance of adoption.
It isn’t Trendy to be an Introvert
Gabrielle O'Hagan reflects on being an introvert in an extrovert-centric world and the effect isolation has had on her as we exit lockdowns.
Navigating the Trials and Tribulations of Being a Harry Potter Fan
Poppy Willis shares her thoughts on Harry Potter and whether she's able to separate the much-loved books from her feelings about the author.
Is Optimal Anxiety Real and Can It Help Me?
Alistair Trapnell explores the idea of optimal anxiety and how it can be turned into something positive.
On Internalized Racism and Speaking “Good” English
By Jing Xuan Teo The thing about growing up in Singapore is that despite being majority POC, we love white people. Maybe it’s the fact that there’s just not that many of them (rarity = want, its basic economics), or maybe it’s the fact that our leaders have entirely forgiven the British for colonial rule, … Continue reading On Internalized Racism and Speaking “Good” English
The Soft Toy Scam: A Facebook Fraud?
By Charlotte Armstrong Sifting through Facebook’s ads is no longer like mining for gold, but rather finding yourself at a buffet being served things you never said you liked or wanted, and now your plate is suddenly overflowing. Like most bad ideas, it started late at night. Scrolling absently through my Facebook feed, I … Continue reading The Soft Toy Scam: A Facebook Fraud?