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Exclusive – Sophie Szew on the mental health crisis and policy reform
We spoke to activist, writer, and public speaker Sophie Szew about her community-focused approach to healing and how she is using that vision to influence the future of government mental health policies. ‘My personal experiences shape my advocacy in that my personal experiences were my path to advocacy,’ says Sophie Szew, an award-winning poet, youth mental health activist, and advocate for policy reform within the U.S. federal government. Sophie’s response to...
Are faceless influencers here to stay?
Online fame has largely correlated to how much a creator was willing to expose of themselves online. Now, faceless influencers have entered the game – and their anonymity is part of their allure. Social media and influencer culture have always encouraged creators to showcase their personal identity, but the last year has seen a unique trend emerging. That is, the faceless influencer. Techniques used by the ‘faceless influencer’ go against the...
Are we witnessing the end of USAID?
The Trump administration ordered a funding freeze that shut down USAID’s humanitarian and development work around the globe. Amidst national outcry and protest, a federal judge has ordered a temporary reversal of the order. Donald Trump’s presidential inauguration occurred a mere three weeks ago, but in this short time, he has already carried out a number plans laid out during his campaign. A move to freeze all foreign aid and...
Why don’t Gen Z want to be managers?
New research suggests young people in the workforce are actively avoiding management roles. The trend is so widespread it has been labelled ‘conscious unbossing’. What’s causing it? For a long time, becoming a manager within a successful company was one of the most common career aspirations young people had. Achieving this level of seniority signalled that you had become an expert in your field and were trusted by your employer to...
they not like us + the riviera of the middle east
imagine being more annoyed by sports entertainment than actual injustice Welcome back to another Tuesday newsletter! 💫 This week is filled with interesting stories, from the right’s reaction to Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl performance to the debate over whether Emilia Perez should have her Oscar nominations rescinded after some offensive tweets of hers resurfaced. We’ve also got some juicy discussions on new wellness trends (sleep fitness + silent solitude), as well as...
You decide – have AI tools changed the recruitment process forever?
AI algorithms are streamlining tasks in nearly every industry, but they’re also helping job-seekers build their CVs. Those same CVs are then screened by AI systems during the recruiting process. What does this mean for the future of the job market? Artificial Intelligence is not just ‘taking your job,’ it’ll be considering your CV for the next role you apply for. When designated a task during the application process, it’s...
scrapping Michelin guides + parenting while high
you're in for a wild ride Beyonce finally won album of the year. Sabrina Carpenter’s stage presence is insane considering she is so smol. Chappell Roan criticised the head hunchos of the music industry while accepting her first major award from them. The future of the entertainment world – and all its award shows – looks to be bright. Of course, we’re not only talking about the Grammy’s in this...
what are you, a Sim?
WAKE UP!!!!!!! There’s something about routine that I just can’t stand. The idea of creating a regimen for myself (that isn’t skincare-related) sounds so incredibly boring and restrictive that I’ve avoided it to the best of my ability my entire life. You suggest that I do the same set of activities every week, at the same time every day, without fail, in order to be ‘successful’? Oh my god, bore...
winning OnlyFans + the AI-powered revolution
the future is now (?) Well, hello there. Tech seems to be the topic on everyone’s minds this week, with China’s new AI bot DeepSeek surpassing the speed, cost, and efficiency of popular models created in the US. Meanwhile, TikTok may potentially be up for grabs (at least 50 percent of it), and two OnlyFans content creators are challenging widespread perceptions of sex work – no pun intended. You know I wouldn’t only deliver...
on nazi salutes + ‘protecting’ your peace
Well, hello everyone. This week’s edition is especially long, not because there’s been a lot of insanity taking place around the world, but because I felt compelled to deliver on a vast and balanced range of topics in light of that. Variety is the spice of life, as they say. With the aim of levelling out the negative with the positive and insightful, we’ll be looking at the downsides of always...
