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Opinion – Drake and Kendrick’s feud is a lose-lose for women
Both rappers have weaponized feminism and demonised women in an effort to one-up each other. It was the feud heard around the world. By now, you’ll know that Drake and Kendrick Lamar are far from friendly. After years of alleged hostility, both singers have released searing diss tracks that seem to have united a divided world; we can’t help but micro-analyse every lyric. But it’s not all popcorn and streams. Watching...
‘Women-only’ exhibit challenges gender discrimination charges
‘Ladies Lounge’ has taken a creative approach to deterring unwanted male visitors. Tasmania’s Museum of Old and New Art (Mona) raised eyebrows when it launched an exhibition open only to women. Titled ‘Ladies Lounge’, the exhibit features works by American artist Kirsh Kaechele, and is designed as a commentary on misogynistic borders in the art world and beyond. However, the show was abruptly closed in April last year, when Sydney resident...
Youthforia faces backlash over new ‘inclusive’ foundation shade
The makeup brand Youthforia has highlighted the importance of due diligence when it comes to inclusivity and representation. Inclusivity has become a paramount issue, particularly in the beauty industry. And as customers place more pressure on brands to practice as they preach, the margin for error has rightly decreased. Makeup enthusiasts, everyday customers, and industry watchdogs are quick to call out brands that miss the mark, especially when diversity, inclusivity, and representation...
Opinion – FKA Twigs proves AI can empower artists
The singer has proposed an AI version of herself to balance her workload. The response has been mixed, but Twigs nods to an empowering future. FKA Twigs has been known to blur creativity with technology. Her ethereal music, films, and dance routines – alongside art and fashion ventures – have always pushed the boundaries and cemented her position within popular culture. Despite reaching global levels of fame, Twigs has never relinquished her...
Netflix’s undisclosed AI use sparks debate on media manipulation
Netflix has come under fire for including undisclosed AI imagery in a new true crime documentary. The backlash has sparked important conversations around media manipulation. Like it, fear it, or loathe it, AI is now a part of our everyday lives. From education to entertainment, artificial intelligence is only set to keep growing, shaping nearly every aspect of our interaction with the media. But these changes call for boundaries. Both AI’s...
Is Bark Air’s flight service for dogs really necessary?
Bark Air is the first airline offering luxury flights for our furry friends. But they’ll cost you. In today’s world, convenience tends to reign supreme. If you can afford it, anyway. Bark Air, a new airline for – you guessed it – dogs, is taking our obsession with convenience to new heights. The brand launches this May, and will offer international flights for our furry friends. Routes will cover New York to London...
Opinion – Nike’s Olympic kits are an emblem of sports sexism
The sporting giant has come under fire over its women’s Track and Field kits. The backlash is long overdue. With the Paris Olympics just months away, major sporting brands are revealing their Olympic kits for the first time. But Nike got more than it bargained for this week when it shared images of the Team USA Track and Field uniforms. Far from online hype, the launch triggered a swathe of...
Lloyd Martin to become youngest Down’s syndrome marathon runner
The 19-year-old will attempt a world record at the London Marathon this April, with his mum by his side. Lloyd Martin has wanted to run a marathon for years, according to his mum Ceri Hooper. Hooper has run many marathons herself, running London four times and even completing the race in the prestigious Boston and Chicago routes. Lloyd, her 19 year old son, has always cheered her on from the sidelines....
Work and school found to be central to Gen Z happiness
A new survey has found that professional and educational fulfilment are a driving force behind Gen Z’s happiness levels. But they’re still statistically the ‘least happy’ generation overall. A new poll has revealed the primary source of happiness for Gen Z. The answer may surprise you. According to Gallup, at least 60% of Gen Zers are said to feel happy when they do something interesting every day and are ‘motivated...
Opinion – McDonald’s U-turn on Alonyal shows power of protest
The fast-food giant has decided to buy-back all 225 of its Israeli outlets. Whether progressive or performative, the move proves there’s power in protest. Since October 7th 2023, McDonalds’ global reputation has been heavily tarnished. The brand’s association with Israeli forces – which was established in the public consciousness when Alonyal Ltd, the franchise which owns nearly all of McDonalds’ Israeli outlets, provided free meals to Israeli troops – has sparked international boycotts....
