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  • The Summer We Lived in a Jenny Han Cinematic Universe

    Along with most of the internet, I too have fallen into The Summer I Turned Pretty rabbit hole, and its finale has left a gaping void in my heart. So, I wondered what better way to work through it than to analyse it. (It’s what Susannah would’ve wanted.) This is also your official spoiler warning!…

  • Are we in our sequel era?

    With a never-ending reel of sequels and reboots, it’s clear we’re stuck in a cycle of wanting what we already know. From iconic sequels like The Devil Wears Prada 2 to the resurgence of the Harry Potter universe, it seems like everything is a continuation. Are we addicted to nostalgia of the past, or does…

  • Chai: Mindless Craze or Respectable Embrace

    “Morning, ummm I’m kind of tired of my usual, what drink would you recommend that is a bit different and just refreshing compared to my usual latte?” “Well, it depends on if you’re craving something sweet, I could make you a mochacchino- a cross between a mocha and a cappuccino it gives you a sweeter…

  • FilmTok: The Good, The Bad, and The Overhyped

    Over the last few years, as the number of TikTok users has grown, so have the niches! For a seemingly endless list of topics, each one has a community with dedicated users. I believe TikTok really thrives for this reason as there isn’t another platform doing it like them. I would say that FilmTok is…

  • A Guide to South Africa

    This past summer, my family and I travelled to South Africa for a 3-week adventure and it felt like a crime not to share my recommendations, insights and top tips. So strap in, here we go! Days 1-3: Johannesburg After an 11-hour flight from London, we landed in Johannesburg, South Africa extremely excited for the…

  • ‘Events are natural, disasters are political’

    The above quote is from Netflix’s Explained series: ‘Hurricanes’, said by Tania Rosario Méndez, executive director of Taller Salud, in Loîza, Puerto Rico. She says this in relation to Hurricane Maria’s detrimental effects on Loîza in 2017. Her point touches on mismanagement, lack of prevention measures and disparity. But let’s take a step back and…

  • Why Inside Out 2 has been so popular

    Rhea picks apart Inside Out 2’s success by looking at its storyline and message. The movie’s personal and touching style have inspired similar movies in recent years, yet its success shows how watchers want more!

  • My Simple yet Effective Skincare Routine

    These days it can seem like there are 100s of amazing products that are people’s holy grails, so choosing the right the amount of products can be difficult. It’s hard to say when I first started taking skincare seriously, but now I can’t imagine not starting the day with my skincare routine! So, I wanted…

  • Vegetarian Recommendations in Marbella

    Rhea explores the vegetarian options across several restaurants and cafes in Marbella. With her own photos and detailed descriptions, go along with her and uncover the unique food scene in the Spanish city!

  • Why the Percy Jackson universe is timeless

    Earlier this year, Disney+ released their highly anticipated revival of the Percy Jackson films, but this time as an in-depth series consisting of eight episodes. In hopes of building buzz and leaving room for no spoilers, the show had a staggered release with episodes landing over two months. Week after week, I tuned in and…