Latest Stories from Eunice
Exploring Mexico’s tradition of the Day of the Virgin of Guadalupe
When culture, tradition, and religion meet From October 13th to December 12th, the streets of Nuevo Leon, Mexico are painted with colors, street vendors, and food stalls in preparation for the hundreds of pilgrimages arriving at the sanctuary of the Virgin of Guadalupe. When we think of Mexican celebrations, what comes to mind is usually the Day of the Dead, a celebration characterized by the fact that anyone can celebrate it,...
Exploring how cultural traditions encourage violence and sexism
To what extent can violence be justified by cultural tradition? Traditions are bits of knowledge, beliefs, or customs that are passed down through generations. They help children form their identity and create a sense of belonging within a community, while keeping alive the cultural heritage of our regions. However, many traditions of the past β some of which have been handed down to our present generation β have sexist and violent...
Whoopi Goldberg launches womenβs sport network
US comedian and television host Whoopi Goldberg has launched All Womenβs Sports Network (AWSN), a new 24/7 global womenβs sports channel. Women have historically been excluded and discouraged from practicing sports.Β During childhood, girls constantly hear phrases like βyou run like a girlβ and βyou kick like a girlβ β phrases which are usually made to mock them.Β Despite efforts to stamp out damaging stereotypes, this level of discrimination against female athletes...
Opinion β does βluxuryβ fashion still exist?
Luxury fashion has gone from being revered for its high quality, to now being coveted for its exclusivity. It's no secret that luxury brands have abandoned value for money and traded it for an exclusivity-price ratio.Β Many consider this a marketing strategy, especially in an era where social media incentivises us to try to demonstrate our status through what we wear and buy. The fewer people have an item, the more attractive...
Explaining the controversy around the Mexican song βTu bodaβ
Is it problematic for musicians to use femicide as inspiration for their art?Β In the last few weeks, the public has expressed mixed opinions over the release of the song βTu bodaβ by Oscar Maydon & Fuerza Regida.Β The song has gone viral on social media and has secured the number one spot on Spotify Mexico, despite β or perhaps in spite of β the serious controversy surrounding it. Assessing online...
Let’s talk about MEXCLA Spotify: Palenque, Feria y Cotorreo
The festival, organised by the music streaming platform Spotify, was a celebration of Mexican artists, culture, and tradition.Β Last weekend β November 2nd and 3rd β the MEXCLA festival organized by Spotify took place. It had a 100 percent Mexican lineup, becoming the first festival of its kind in the country. According to Spotify, the streams of Mexican artists have increased 100 percent year on year since 2013, making it one...
This company is pressing indie music onto vinyl postcards
The first record subscription of its kind, Vinyl Post is bring back the nostalgia of listening to new music releases on vinyl flexi discs.Β I'm currently going through a βmusic loverβ era, and I need to find more ways to enjoy music other than the conventional random playlist on Spotify or Apple Music. Thanks to TikTok, I found something that might fulfil that need. It's called: Vinyl Post Record Club. Unlike...
Exploring the meaning of Mexico’s Dia de Muertos
Let's explore the emotional context of the 'Day of the Dead' celebrations a few days before they begin. It is not surprising that The Day of the Dead is the holiday for which Mexico is most internationally recognised.Β For some people, this celebration is a contradictory concept because it surrounds death from a more lively and colourful point of view, incorporating large ofrendas (offerings) and various symbols. There is a great beauty...
Exploring the cost of the pursuit of beauty
In an era where people are willing to do anything to fit in, health has become a secondary priority.Β If you are a woman, you may have heard the phrase 'beauty is pain'. This phrase is usually accompanied by a comment suggesting we change something about our physical appearance to 'look better'.Β Society has been led to an era where we believe that beauty can only be achieved through the use of...
Who are this yearβs Nobel Prize winners?
The Nobel Prize winners were announced between October 7th β 14th, but who are they and why did they win? From 1901 to the present day, we have been presented annually with the Nobel Prize winners in medicine, physics, chemistry, economics, literature, and peace.Β Who are this year's winners? Nobel Peace Prize 2024 - Nihon Hidankyo βFor its efforts to achieve a world free of nuclear weapons and for demonstrating through witness testimony...
