Namreen Shaiyaz

Being a tutor may not be for everyone

Even if someone is passionate about teaching, tutoring still might not be the best job for them.

1y ago

Are K-pop storylines overrated?

A storyline is a narrative that idols will have across a couple of years and a few comebacks at least.

1y ago

The problem with social media censorship

The implementation of censorship laws on social media leaves more questions than it answers.

1y ago

What made Flash games so good

Browser games still exist as well, but none of them have the love and care put into that Flash games had.

1y ago

A ranking of all the days leading up to Valentine’s Day

The day for love already has a reputation for being capitalistic and preying on lovestruck couples, and it only gets worse with every iteration.

1y ago

Influencers and the ethics of enhancement surgery

There are some valid concerns in the way the topic of enhancement surgery is discussed on popular social media platforms

1y ago

4th gen girl groups are making waves in K-pop

Of all the groups that have debuted in the generation, there’s no doubt that girl groups are the ones who have consistently been reaching new levels of success.

1y ago

Coming to terms with your burnout

Burnouts have become an unavoidable part of all of our lives. Whether it’s due to stress induced from academics, work, or even a beloved hobby, we’re all plagued by it no matter how hard we try to avoid it. But the biggest issue with burnouts isn’t just having it. A lot of people are stuck in the denial stage, as they refuse to accept that maybe they’re exhausted.

1y ago
September 22, 2022
September 22, 2022

How to stop being chronically online

If you use social media for countless hours, then chances are you’re chronically online.

August 21, 2022
August 21, 2022

Shock value is overrated

Can shock value be overdone in horror movies?

August 20, 2022
August 20, 2022

A look into dual-storytelling with 7 Fates: Chakho

The main plot revolves around seven beom hunters, who are modelled after the members of BTS.

August 16, 2022
August 16, 2022

A guide to befriending your sleep paralysis demon

What if rather than giving in to the demon, you decided to throw it a curveball by attempting to make it your friend instead?

August 11, 2022
August 11, 2022

Is this a rant, or are you trauma dumping?

The distinguishing factor between trauma dumping and regular venting is that the former involves a listener who may not have consented to it.

August 8, 2022
August 8, 2022

A guide to making the next viral video essay

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to make a video essay yourself?

July 21, 2022
July 21, 2022

Things we’d like to see from our local booktok

When compared to other countries, our local booktok is just not up to the mark. Here are some ways to improve that.

July 14, 2022
July 14, 2022

Have we become too desensitised to true crime?

A common interest among many, its popularity only grows every day. But have we ever stopped to think how morbid this is as an interest?

June 16, 2022
June 16, 2022

The unnecessary glorification of the tortured artist

At the end of the day, art that spreads joy is not lesser than the one sharing their hardships.

May 10, 2022
May 10, 2022

Are the Oscars a big deal anymore?

Controversy and an unwillingness to diversify are making the Oscars irrelevant.