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Animation Reimagined: Styles, Innovation, and What Comes Next
Animation is changing fast, and it matters because the shows and films we watch are becoming more expressive, more creative, and more emotionally powerful than ever before.
Mar 12 min read


Gaslighting Myself Into Thinking I Studied: A Student’s Guide To False Confidence
Ever told yourself “I know this” just so you can stop studying? This article explores the psychology behind false confidence, why we mistake familiarity for understanding, and how students end up gaslighting themselves before exams.
Mar 13 min read


Upcoming Artists : A Track-by-Track Review of CORTIS's EP
Dive into CORTIS's explosive debut EP, a playful blast of early-2000s rock fused with fresh, unpolished aesthetics that convey teenage freedom and human messiness. From the high-energy opener "GO!" charging their bold path, to introspective "What You Want" chasing true self-discovery, abrasive thrift-shop flex "FaSHioN," chill "Joyride" breather, and soothing "Lullaby" reminder to embrace imperfection—CORTIS shatters industry norms with authentic creativity that feels alive a
Feb 276 min read


Why do We Miss People that Hurt Us
Missing someone who hurt you can feel like standing in the rain, knowing it is what made you sick, but still lifting your face toward the sky. It feels illogical. It feels weak. It feels like betrayal of yourself.
Feb 273 min read


What Is It That Connects Us?
In a world defined by division and difference. What truly connects us? This article explores the shared emotional experiences and moments that unite people across cultures and borders. Revealing how empathy, vulnerability, and common humanity form the threads that bind us together.
Feb 262 min read


Unearthing Sound: A Review of Unique Instruments Around the World
Ever wonder about what unique instruments are out there? Read this article to discover the stories behind some of the most fascinating instruments played by people around the world.
Feb 242 min read


Spinning back: What the Return of Fidget Toys Says About Our Generation
Are we chasing novelty or just remixing the past? Understand how the spin back of fidget toys exposes “innovation” and the passing school trends by clicking the link in our bio to read more.
Feb 232 min read


Grind Culture: Why We Crave Academic (Di)stress
“If I’m not exhausted, I must not be doing enough,” is a familiar motto students convince themselves into as they descend to latent burnout. Assignments stack on top of already-loaded extracurriculars; language, sports, and music classes blend into one as “musts” for basic survival; college preparation is a major concern for children who haven’t even hit their growth spurt. Everyone weeps of tantalising stress yet is only met with a groaned “same here.” How did this grow into
Dec 3, 20253 min read


Is the Canon G7X really worth it?
Christmas is just around the corner, and sooner or later, amazing photos of influencers, TikTokers, and people you probably follow will begin to flaunt their digital cameras looking crisp and vibey, something that’s almost impossible to recreate on a phone. Chances are, if you search for “digital camera” on popular platforms like TikTok, the Canon G7X Mark III or II will be the first thing to pop up. But of course, that begs the question: is this camera actually worth it, and
Dec 3, 20255 min read


A Journey Through Football Pitches In Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City is vast, and there’s no doubt about it. One thing people often reminisce about is the football pitches around Saigon. However, there are frequent complaints about their scarcity. In this article, I will discuss the positives and negatives of the football pitches, along with some statistics. By the end of this report, you’ll be equipped to enhance your well-being and sporty journey in the most effective way possible. Let’s start with the positives. The first t
Dec 3, 20253 min read


Glow up with new trending stores: Finding new ways to shop.
Many teens now all dress identically, in low-rise jeans or Hollister tops, waiting to be let into the hottest shopping destination ports. The way most teens dress now can take away uniqueness and creativity. Some people complain that TikTok trends seem to be influencing young teens to dress according to the latest trends, but really, following trends is not all that bad. In this article, we will discuss different high-fashion brands and their pros and cons, including Brandy M
Dec 3, 20253 min read


How to Stay Uninfluenced: A Guide
Think deeply. What are your true opinions? Not influenced by wanting to defy stereotypes – not influenced by trying to appeal to friends. Who are you? Do you even know your true stances? When you are lying to yourself, it is called self-deception, delusion, confabulation, and many more things. What it should be called, though, is harmful, confusing, and even destructive sometimes. Self-deception is when you believe something untrue about yourself unconsciously. It’s the most
Dec 3, 20253 min read


How Art Affects our Perspectives
Life is art. On an individual level art enhances our lives by building and nurturing emotional and cognitive growth. Art is a way we can express ourselves. Art is a way we can visibly show our emotions. For the creator, art can be therapeutic as an outlet to let out our emotions – for the viewer, connecting with a piece of art can highlight new perspectives and make them think about their own emotions in a deeper meaning. It helps foster your creativity and critical thinking.
Dec 3, 20252 min read


Why We Fear the Unknown
Human beings live inside stories they believe to be true. Routines, predictions, and familiar patterns form a world that feels stable enough to stand on. But beneath that thin layer of order lies something vast, ancient, and unsettling: the unknown. We fear it not because we are weak, but because the mind depends on certainty the same way the body depends on oxygen. When certainty thins out, reality becomes slippery. We realise how fragile our understanding of the world truly
Dec 3, 20254 min read


Drawings On The Wall: The Graffiti Timeline
Sixty-four thousand years ago, a Neanderthal caveperson drew abstract patterns of what seemed to be animals in Cantabria, Spain. Out of fashion and outdated, they used earthy pigments and shells to make their art. They drew what they saw and what they hoped their lives would be. A man and a sabretooth, a funny story written with images their descendants will spend decades trying to read. This, boys and girls, is believed to be the oldest cave painting the modern human will co
Dec 3, 20256 min read


The American Dream
Certainly, you have heard of the “American Dream”—big, bold letters that determined whether your life was going to leave that plateau and start to see success. Stepping into the country labelled as having the largest economy, most technologically powerful goods, and the standard of living that exceeded worldwide norms, was an eye-opening experience. Having been born in a developing nation where the average salary per year was no more than $8,500 dollars, the privilege of simp
Sep 14, 20253 min read


Thrifting in Vietnam: Navigating the Rise of Second Hand Clothing
With the seasons changing and the trends flourishing, fashion-inclined individuals hope to embrace the latest fads. As the end of 2025 seeps through the horizon, many hope to showcase their unique style and stand out amongst the crowd. Consequently, shoppers begin to stray away from the bustling malls and lurk into the deep alleyways to discover unique second hand pieces from curated stores. However, these establishments present customers with a plethora of clothing options t
Sep 14, 20253 min read


A Peek on Objectivity - Is it your Mind or Reality?
Things are because they are, or is it because of what we perceive? Past theories attempting to resolve this dissension seldom find a consensus, due to the ambiguity behind whether there is a true reality consisting of pure objects at all, and if we can access it. A popular example is the chair and the table; they each have the potential to be turned into each other depending on how we use them. Then what distinguishes them, besides the way we assigned their meanings? Is ther
Sep 14, 20252 min read


Ranking and Rating the best Com Tam restaurants around the city
A brutally honest review on some of the most popular Com Tam's Ho Chi Minh has to offer.
Sep 14, 20254 min read


Life Begins After School: Join Your Squad!
After a long, tiring day of school, what’s the thing that lifts your mood and makes your after school shine? Everyone needs something fun, something exciting to boost your day and recharge for the next. Here’s a list of engaging and fun after-school vitamins made to brighten your day and suit your likings. Source: Pexels After a long, tiring day of school, what’s the thing that lifts your mood and makes your after school shine? Everyone needs something fun, something exciting
Sep 14, 20252 min read
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