Activist Icons Face New Online Scrutiny: Malala vs. Greta The internet is a fickle beast, and recently, its gaze has turned towards two prominent young activists: Malala Yousafzai and Greta Thunberg. While both have dedicated their lives to important causes…
SNAP Benefits Strained: “Welfare Queen” Stereotype Resurfaces As the debate over government assistance intensifies, a familiar and harmful stereotype is rearing its ugly head: the “welfare queen.” This resurgence coincides with the strain on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP),…
The Potter Paradox: Navigating Morality in Fandom The magic of Harry Potter continues to enchant millions, decades after the first book hit shelves. But for many, that enchantment is now tinged with a bitter aftertaste: J.K. Rowling’s controversial views on…
The internet, a boundless realm of connection and information, also harbors darker corners. One such space is the Facebook group “that name is a tragedeigh,” boasting over 154,000 members dedicated to mocking and judging unconventional baby names. This seemingly innocuous…
The persistent narrative linking two-parent households to Black children’s success is a myth, according to new research. While societal emphasis on the nuclear family remains strong, a groundbreaking study challenges the assumption that a two-parent family automatically equates to better…
The viral spread of a graphic video depicting the apparent assassination of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk on a Utah college campus exposed a stark reality: social media platforms are failing in their responsibility to protect users from harmful content. The…
