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Being told as a ‘girl gamer’ to go back to the kitchen in 2022
I’ve been lucky enough to have avoided sexism in video games throughout the years, but starting Valorant, an online, multiplayer team-based game, invites uncomfortable interactions.…
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The Squishmallows mania prevails as the must-have collectables of 2022
Part of the collectibility and fun of Squishmallows is the expansive online and in-person communities that have formed around the furry, marshmallowy polyester fiber-filled toys.…
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Are naps a must or a bust?
Since I arrived at BU during my Fall semester of sophomore year, I have discovered the tantalizing activity of napping. Most mornings I wake up…
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The dry reality of dehydration
I am notoriously guilty of not drinking enough water. Remember to drink your water kids, or you’ll end up like 13-year-old me: vomiting in the…
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Let’s be honest: UGGs are ugly
Diabolically hideous and horribly suited for any real winter weather, I stand by my unwavering hatred towards the popular sheepskin boots, UGG boots.
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C(ooking)logs: Cooking log of Winsor Dim Sum Café
My journey to find the ultimate dim sum restaurant in the Boston area to satisfy my dumpling and tea cravings started at a quaint spot…
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