Author: Yashica Dudhe

When a woman raises concern, she is weak-minded. When a woman expresses her opinion, she is a know-it-all. When a woman questions something, she is bothersome. When a woman shows aggression, she is a “b*tch.” When a woman shows leadership, she is bossy. When a woman asks for a favor, she is entitled. When a woman has a mental breakdown, she is delusional, irrational, unreasonable, and intrusive. Defining a woman in one dimension, when they have so many layers, is the significant gap in gender equality. The testament to this can be observed during the pandemic when a new epidemic…

Are you ready to rumble? MAGA 2.0 is here! Trump announced that he is running for the 2024 presidential elections. Loyal supporters are excited about his campaign, considering how unhinged, entertaining, and dramatic the 2016 Trump show was. As he failed to continue for the second tenure in 2020, Trump accused everyone in sight that the elections were rigged. He even forged documents, implying that he won the elections, but instead, Biden stole the seat. And then his words orchestrated one of the worst riots on January 6, inciting violent attacks on the U.S. capitol and obstructing the official proceeding,…

The last decade has observed a renaissance in the standards of sex appeal from European benchmarks to Asian craze. Flip through the magazines today; the pages seem to have a different kind of shine, with handsome Asian men dominating the scene. These lists are usually dominated by K-pop idols in the past few years. Kim Taehyung, known as V from BTS, has been titled “The Most Handsome Man in The World” for four consecutive years. The undisputed gorgeous king has redefined masculinity and allure for a man. Gone are the days of rugged, handsome looks; women prefer a soft, approachable…

A child’s laughter can cure a community, and their tears can flood the village with sorrow. They say the smallest coffins are the heaviest, and Polly’s tragic story triggered a nationwide outrage for violence against children. Twelve-year-old Polly Klaas was the little ray of sunshine who could make friends instantly. Even though her parents got divorced when she turned two, Polly was very much loved by both and enjoyed a cheerful childhood. Her parents encouraged her sociable and outgoing nature, arranging playdates and sleepovers for her. But for this particular sleepover, Polly was over the moon as her friends would…

“You get the best of both worlds!” Hannan Montana was a legendary Disney channel series that made us all daydream about having a secret identity as a famous celebrity. With a stellar run of five years, the show resonated with teenagers all over the world as the story navigates through the dichotomy of living separate lives. But more than anything, young girls felt validated by the healthy father-daughter relationship portrayed on the show. And the entire credit goes to the innate chemistry between Miley and Billy Ray Cyrus, the real-life father-daughter. With the banter, emotional moments, sharing the stage, and…

What makes K-pop so different? What is the appeal that has taken the world by storm? The Hallyu wave has presented new aspirations among youngsters all over the world. From small towns to big cities, the dream of becoming a K-pop idol is the latest craze. The history of a non-Korean K-pop idol dates back to the first generation. Roo’Ra was a one-of-a-kind co-ed group considered one of the most successful musical acts of the 90s. Two years after its debut, the group introduced an African-American rapper, Mikey Romeo, as a replacement member. This was among the few first times…

What do you think is the best gift to give to a 21-year-old young man? Would you believe if the most expensive present to give him is a newspaper? Here’s a story of how a newspaper became one of the most influential new media corporations in the world. Rupert Murdoch was handed over a newspaper media by his father when he turned 21. Instead of filling his father’s shoes, young Rupert decided to make it into a high-end show– meaning he upgraded a small newspaper, Adelaide News, to one of the most influential newsgroups in Australia that sent tremors beneath…

The stadium roars into cheers, causing tremors after hearing the iconic line, “BLACKPINK In Your Area!” The Born Pink tour was one of the most successful K-pop concerts, considering sold-out arenas that hosted over 2.11 million Blinks from all around the world. With 66 legendary performances in 34 cities, the tour wrapped up on September 17 in Seoul, which was considered the largest world tour conducted by a K-pop girl group. And not just the tour, BLACKPINK was also dominating global stages, headlining one of the biggest music festivals, Coachella. The girls have been praised for their dedication and engaging…

Her full-of-life smile and optimistic eyes brought cheer to everyone who met her. Such was the charm of a Catholic School student, Samantha Kalkbrenner. The 15-year-old was way past the awkward teenage phase and instead loved everything about her life. But the ray of sunshine has been taken away by a deadly accident. On September 20, 2023, in the early hours of Wednesday morning, a school van containing the students at Serra Catholic High School collided with a vehicle coming from the opposite direction. The accident, which happened around 7:20 a.m., claimed the life of Samantha Kalkbrenner, a 15-year-old student,…

School traditions are the most beloved memories, where students from all grades gather to enjoy a common interest. Those were the days when we would look forward to field trips, camps, sports events, and other outdoor activities where we could mingle with everyone. The Farmingdale students were excited for the same reason. Farmingdale High School marching band was excited for the Bandcamp in Greeley, Pennsylvania. Around 300 students gathered for the annual school tradition, excited for the next few days of fun. On September 21, six buses departed from Nassau County, New York. At around 1:12 p.m., one of the…

Divorce is not a failure but the start of a new chapter in life. Gisele Bündchen exemplifies this sentiment with a glow-up like never before. The supermodel who split from her NFL star husband, Tom Brady, after 13 years of marriage had to bear the brunt of media and social media scrutiny. Her very public divorce put her private life and family on a pedestal, leaving her with not much time to recuperate herself. Although the split was said to be amicable, a few rumors of Brady’s infidelity were going rounds in the tabloid. Even then, Bündchen has stood her…

We are nearing the end of 2023, and the US has already experienced drastic calamities, accidents, mass shootings, and more. And the extreme climate changes have affected the nation all year long. The recent Hawaii wildfires wreaked havoc on the island, killing, trapping, and displacing people while the emergency services were struggling to accommodate help. Moreover, the communication services were cut off due to the high-intensity blazing fires consuming the entire region. This resulted in many being stranded in Maui and the sister islands like Kaanapalli, which wasn’t as affected as the other obliterated regions. However, the main issue faced…

A successful podcast is not about the high production value, perfect acoustics, or multiple-angle cameras; the podcast thrives on the host and the producers. And you know the podcast is enjoyable when the entire crew has a jolly time. One such cheerful squad that never fails to make the day is Your Moms House podcast. Hosted by the beloved couple of the stand-up comedy scene, Tom Segura and Christina Pazsitzky, the podcast’s inception in 2010 inspired many other comedians to start their own. Now, YMH has reached a decade-long milestone as one of the longest-running podcasts. Over the years, the…

Donald Trump is a man of power, wealth, and influence. Like him or hate him, but you can’t ignore him. The MAGA advocate has amassed a staunch following throughout America. At the same time, the controversial icon of the modern era has dealt with more than his share of scandals, indictments, and felony charges. Trump, the man who dares to always walk on a thin line, is opposed by women, immigrants, people of color, and liberals. Even then, TIME’s Person Of The Year has never sugar-coated his opinions and expressed them fearlessly. Needless to say, he has received an abnormal…

The G20 Summit on September 9 in New Delhi, India, invited global leaders to discuss “One Earth, One Family, One Future”, propagating healthy diplomatic relations. The summit also witnessed a few “firsts,” such as Chief Bola Ahmed Adekunle Tinubu, the first Nigerian President to attend the event. The summit was cordially hosted by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who greeted the world leaders. But amidst the usual heart-warming Indian hospitality turned low-key hostility upon the arrival of Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. While the other leaders engaged in formal bilateral conversations with Mr. Modi, the discussion with Mr. Trudeau was…