Status Update: 2016 Is Back!
By Nora Diffily-Kenney | 12:00pm2016 is back, and no one, not even the Kardashians, can stay away from posting old pictures—but what is actually going on? How, and why, did we go back 10 years?!
2016 is back, and no one, not even the Kardashians, can stay away from posting old pictures—but what is actually going on? How, and why, did we go back 10 years?!
Thousands of books exploring identity and race are disappearing from American schools as ban rates reach record highs. Explore how this ongoing shift forces a critical look on student learning and intellectual freedom.
In a world that demands Black girls be strong and silent, SZA’s album, Ctrl, feels like a quiet rebellion. Explore how the popstar’s embrace of vulnerability carves out space for a new generation of Black women to exist freely, honestly, and on their own terms.
Learn about several humanitarian crises in Africa that the world is ignoring.
Want to avoid letting the grind of midterms and academic expectations dictate your mental state? Trade the panic for a personalized toolkit of relaxation hacks and strategic habits designed to keep you centered and productive.
We are all familiar with classic fairytales, but what about their disturbing origins? By taking a closer look at children’s stories, we can understand how sanitized, romantic versions of traditional tales hide cautionary, violent, and psychologically complex narratives.
Stop chasing a performative "New Year reset" that is practically designed to fail. Real transformation begins by trading loud, unrealistic resolutions for the quiet, sustainable habits that actually survive past January.
Unpacking what the “Strong Black Woman” stereotype is, and examining how this phenomenon reduces women to only their strength, and harms the Black community as a whole.
In a collaborative piece by multiple Bullhorn writers, the abortion debate is examined through the lens of much overlooked victims: Black women. By analyzing the history of oppression in healthcare, we can pave the way for a future of reproductive equality across racial and gender divides.
Today, productivity is an ideal many strive for. But what happens when booked calendars and endless checklists don’t lead to long-term fulfillment? By valuing more than tangible output, we can cultivate schedules that leave us happy, engaged, and satisfied.
In a world full of endless opportunities for entertainment and distraction, how can we stay grounded? The answer is simple—boredom. Learn the benefits of embracing monotony, and why so many are repelled by it.
What happens when a woman rejects the expectation to be quiet, dependent, and ashamed of her own desire? Discover how Fleabag reclaims the "monstrous feminine," creating a powerful and necessary symbol of liberation for every young woman searching for her own authentic voice.
The communities teen girls seek for support are often toxic spaces that exploit their desire for belonging. From pro-anorexia forums to magazines selling archaic beauty scripts, these sisterhoods function as training grounds, harming the very girls they claim to protect.
Abandoned buildings carry a magic modern development rarely matches. As bland, interchangeable structures replace them, communities lose not just old walls but the character and imagination that once shaped their streets.
Much can be learned from examining the campaign of New York City’s Mayor-elect Zohran Mandami. His success, built on viral social media reach, offers a promising template for a new generation of American politicians.
How can love, creativity, and separation be an act of rebellion? In an analysis of Céline Sciamma’s film, Portrait of a Lady on Fire, the narrative and visual elements reveal how artistic creation can transform separation into a lasting testament of memory.
What happens to American democracy when mail-in ballots are banned? As myths about fraud collide with the realities of rural distance, disability access, and political hypocrisy, the future of voting rights hangs in the balance.
Endless, sensationalized news and algorithm-driven feeds overwhelm our ability to think clearly, heighten anxiety, and distort how we see the world. As information races toward us faster than we can process it, how can anyone stay grounded and informed when the news never stops coming?
In a world that feels increasingly chaotic, more people are turning to cozy shows: heartwarming, low-stakes series that feel like a hug. From the newer Heartstopper to the classic Gilmore Girls, these comfort-driven stories are reshaping how we watch TV.
Philly’s take on the world’s favorite philosophical dilemma.
