Real People, Significant Stories

Half-Time Primetime: Celebrities Who Have Never Performed at the Super Bowl Half-time

February 7, 2019February 7, 2019 by Stefany Warren

Even today, performing at the Super Bowl is up there with performing at Madison Square Garden, Wembley, heck, maybe even Woodstock. It’s a high honor that performers would probably kill for. But even with its prestigious role as one of the biggest goals of artists, how come some beloved and popular celebrities haven’t made the cut? Taylor Swift A Taylor Swift half-time performance at the Super Bowl would, in my opinion, and without hyperbole, be the best fucking show on …

Right Off the Bat: Who is The Batman?

January 7, 2019November 22, 2018 by Stefany Warren

He is vengeance. He is the night. He is Batman. From page to page, rooftop to rooftop, a ruthless knight in a cowl shifted in the shadows in the name of justice in “Gotham”, a grim city littered with crime and treacherous villains enough to scare comic readers of the twentieth century. Each flip of the page, each brilliantly drawn comic panel was an exciting yet dark new adventure for the Caped Crusader. Batman’s Identity Batman has ruled over the …

Nike Runner with a Movement Disorder Proves There’s No Such Thing as a ‘Disability’

January 7, 2019October 25, 2018 by Stefany Warren

Featured image source: CBS News Justin Gallegos’s life mantra might as well be “Just Do It”, and that phrase means a lot of things to a lot of people—from a kid with a dream to a professional athlete with a goal. This brand idea transformed from a simple marketing tagline to a mantra for a lot of athletes, for most of them, it meant “winning”, “believing in your own capabilities” and for Justin, it was “overcoming”. He was once a …

Hungry 4 Success: The Story of David Cesarez and his Silicon Valley Journey

January 7, 2019October 24, 2018 by Stefany Warren

Featured image source: CBS News One Friday back in July this year, Jasmine Scofield from Mountain View, California was on her way to a restaurant after getting out from work when she ran into a smart looking man in his 20s at an intersection. There was a glint of hope in the man’s eyes and a pinch of desperation. In his hands was a sign that said: “Homeless, hungry 4 success. Take a Resume.” A man with a dream David …

5 Female Superheroes in Comics Who Embody Women Empowerment

January 7, 2019October 20, 2018 by Stefany Warren

Featured image source: Mashable The comics industry started out in the early twentieth century at the back of magazines and newspapers. Comics since then has acquired a larger target market and reached its golden age where hundreds of comic issues and volumes have resided on the shelves or on a box under of every boy’s room. Superheroes like Batman, Superman and Thor graced the panels of each page with unbelievable powers and superhuman abilities that seemed impossible for a villain …

5 On-Going TV Shows Embracing Diversity and Inclusivity

January 7, 2019October 20, 2018 by Stefany Warren

TV series right now has never been this colorful. Hollywood is admittedly a heavily stained part of the entertainment industry. From movies to the small screen, notions of whitewashing and the idea that “whites sell better” have been evident since the beginning of this industry. True enough, movies and TV shows are based on the culture and time it was created on, but it is almost sad that even in the light of diversity and the fight to change the …

A Graduate’s Surprise: How Hanss Mujica Gave his Family the Surprise of a Lifetime

January 7, 2019October 18, 2018 by Stefany Warren

Featured image source: A Plus “Por ustedesempece. Por ustedesacabe.” His family can’t help but shed tears as they continued to read his message on a piece of paper. From what was supposed to be a family photo shoot for a Psychology Class, it clearly became something more. A young man from Texas named Hanss Mujica, 24, snuck behind his unsuspecting family all dressed in a graduation garb and with a couple of signboards. He was all set for graduation. All …

Methods of Separating Recyclable Waste

August 2, 2019August 15, 2019 by Andrea Clegg

One of the industries that have seen a significant boost with the push towards eco-conservation is the recycling sector. More and more localities are depositing their waste at recycling plants rather than landfills. This option has driven down the costs of producing new products and reduced the effects of mining on the environment. Even with all these benefits and the promise of extra cash from selling recyclable products, some people are apprehensive about buying recycled products. This apprehension might not …

Bring Sweetness to People’s Lives

August 8, 2019August 12, 2019 by Andrea Clegg

Keeping bees is an excellent hobby for many people. It creates a few byproducts that can bring profit: beeswax and honey. Of the two, honey is the one that has more demand. Considered as a great addition to any diet, this sweet treat can sell for a reasonable price. If you want to go beyond filling a few bottles for yourself and friends, here are a few tips: Make Sure that It Is Legal The first thing that you should …

How to Get More for Less When Shopping Online

August 7, 2019August 9, 2019 by Andrea Clegg

Is it that time of year again? Do we need to do some holiday shopping for our loved ones? Oh, not really, huh? But we do it anyway because it has been so convenient to purchase items online that we rarely go to the malls and stores anymore. Why would we? It has been perfectly acceptable to purchase all kinds of items online—from clothing, home accents, kitchen supplies, to construction materials. The possibilities are endless online. Manufacturers and retailers use …

Of Style and Substance: Becoming a Fashion Editor

July 29, 2019August 2, 2019 by Andrea Clegg

The world of fashion has always been depicted in many ways in various media, from TV to movies to ads. And you cannot blame the creators of these materials, as the world of fashion has always been glamorous and fabulous. Despite that, the fashion industry can be hectic and the competition can be cut-throat. Still, many people want to be part of it, knowing that becoming part of the world of wearable art is a rewarding one. There are also …

Iconic Film Locations You Can Visit in Real Life

July 30, 2019July 30, 2019 by Andrea Clegg

Many fans of the Lord of the Rings trilogy may already know where to go to experience Middle-earth on Earth. But what if you are a fan of other films or franchises? Here are some of the real-world locations from famous films that you can actually visit: Tribute’s Quarters and Training Centre from The Hunger Games: Catching Fire (2013) When the protagonists, Katniss Everdeen and Peeta Mellark, and their team arrived at the Capitol to compete in the Quarter Quell, …

How Does the Doppler Effect Apply to Our Daily Lives?

July 26, 2019July 27, 2019 by Andrea Clegg

Most of us have probably heard of the Doppler effect or the Doppler shift, but did not look too much into it. But did you know we encounter this effect daily? Here’s how: Sound compression The Doppler effect may not be tangible, but we can observe it in a number of settings. Say, you are standing by the sidewalk and a car speedily approaches, the frequency of the sound waves you hear would grow until the car passes you, then …

Insurance: Protection for Your Business

July 19, 2019July 22, 2019 by Andrea Clegg

Emergencies and accidents happen by nature. No matter how cautious you may be, undesirable situations are still bound to occur. Accordingly, careful preparation is necessary to make sure that you can overcome these unpredictable instances without draining your financial resources. Every individual needs insurance. Granted, there are multiple types of insurance plans and packages for personal happenings, such as health insurance for medical emergencies and home insurance for financing repair and maintenance of a residential property. However, unlike the average …

What a Coworking Space Can Do for Your Business

July 19, 2019July 22, 2019 by Andrea Clegg

Having an office space for your business contributes toward fixed costs — expenses that exists regardless of profit. Combining this with continuously increasing rent prices in prime urban locations, it is no wonder that businesses are veering away from workspace rentals. Today, many startups and small businesses, especially those in highly urbanized regions such as Singapore, are gravitating toward shared and serviced offices. Such places commonly take the form of coworking spaces where multiple companies and organizations work in the …

Learn About the Best Practices in Direct Marketing

July 16, 2019July 16, 2019 by Andrea Clegg

Anyone who says that direct marketing is dead does not know a thing about marketing at all. Even though digital marketing or online marketing is the go-to marketing strategy these days, direct marketing still has some tricks up its sleeve to make an impact on any company’s sales. With that in mind, you should know the best practices that direct marketing companies in the UK use so that you can incorporate them into your own marketing strategies and make them …

Winning the Cornhole Game

July 5, 2019July 6, 2019 by Andrea Clegg

A party is not complete without some kind of entertainment. It won’t be a party if it is not happy in the first place. There are games that can either test your physical strength and athletic abilities, while some would challenge your mental skills. Nevertheless, playing games should be enjoyed by everyone regardless of experience, skill level, and age. And then there’s a game called cornhole. It is a popular game in the US which has actually been around for …