How we can make current food production more environmentally friendly — Credit: This article is based on the scientific article “World scientists’ warnings into action, local to global” by Phoebe Barnard and colleagues. (Full citation and link available at the end of the article) Hunger and malnutrition are increasing in many parts of the world: since 2014, nutrition levels have declined…

No turkey, gravy — none to pour, No stuffing, yams, or apple pie, What is it we are thankful for When south of here so many die? We thank the pow’rs that give us light, The running water, heated homes, The peace that lets us sleep at night While others’ beds are struck…

African-American hair is still quite misunderstood — A white guy I was dating asked me if I could mimic a mixed woman's hair texture. My response: “Yeah, if I put a wig on.” Her hair is voluminous with a textured 3a-4a, and my hair is locced and a textured 4c. I will briefly break down what type…

Learning the art of self-respect. — Anyone who has been on the planet for quite some time will agree that human interactions on a social scale are necessary for individual survival. As a result, we all cannot live on our own per se; we must live with people. But in living with people, there is a…

Getting bored is a luxury that can improve your mental health. — When my mother ran into someone at the grocery store when I was a child, I just had to stand there and watch their back and forth, catching up and talking about mundane things. I remember thinking, “Damn, it’s so boring. If this is what it is to be an…

The Truth About Black Friday Shopping — The holiday season is right around the corner, which can inspire thoughts of giving without receiving anything in return. Time spent cozying up indoors with loved ones and bonding together as a community, but not on this day, because today is Black Friday and on Black Friday. We disregard others…

Record keeping and managing various documents might not be the kind of work that motivates you to go freelancing. But it is a big part of the job description. — Being a freelancer is immensely liberating for creatives as you choose your schedule and tasks and set your rates. But you’ve to remember that it’s not just your talent or skill that keeps you afloat — it’s also your business sense. And if you don’t have a background in business…