Opinion

Thanks to the rise in vaccination rates and the drop in cases, we seem to be headed back to normalcy. Kirin Ingle and Anthony Chen discuss what the summer of 2021 could look like.

The Grammys have been accused of underrepresenting artists of color many times in the past. This year was no different. Deya Singh and Anthony Chen cover the controversial relationship between prominent minority artists and this prestigious award show.

Asians have been labeled as the “Model Minority” of America. While this term might seem like an ordinary compliment, Michelle Liou and Dylan Norona explore its inaccuracy and unintended harms.

Many space expeditions took a sudden halt in 2020 due to COVID-19 but with a slow return to normalcy they made a quick return. Kirin Ingle and Deya Singh discuss exciting space expeditions that have kicked off in 2021 and the various benefits of space exploration.

As we head into an increasingly digitized age, entertainment is also evolving. With its astounding growth over the past years, Esports have stepped into the limelight. Serena Lam and Michelle Liou explore the causes and implications of Esports’ expansion.

Many states have started lifting their mask mandates after popular demand. Anthony Chen and Deya Singh weigh the positive and negative effects of reducing COVID-19 regulation.