The raccoons on UC San Diego’s campus hold a special place in the hearts of many students. You might have seen them running around Seventh College, climbing trees, or fishing something out of the trash... Read More
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I’ve always been very sure of who I am. I mean I’ve taken every personality test known to man. My Myers-Briggs type, ENFP, told me that I’m expressive and creative. The enneagram test categorized me... Read More
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I’ll wake up as soon as the alarm goes off, when the phone lights up and starts vibrating on the table, even before the alarm begins sounding. This means that I’ll be the perfect roommate... Read More
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What do mushrooms, frogs, and pufferfish all have in common? Besides being naturally occurring toxic entities, they are also found all over the world. I’m sure the first humans to figure that out are doing... Read More
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I’m not kidding when I say I can crack almost every joint in my body. I crack my fingers, elbows, back, shoulder, knees, ankles, neck, and toes–not always in that exact order. Every single time... Read More
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In the world of TikTok, the aesthetic of “cottagecore” has become a growing fascination: romanticizing the wilderness and a simplified countryside lifestyle. One lucky crop has become the star of cottagecore vibes: mushrooms! From vintage... Read More
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The whiff of hot cheese against warm, tomato-laden dough, the hustle and bustle of the yellow cabs navigating through the busy roads, the blinding lights from each building trying to outshine the next, and the... Read More
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The Olympics remain the great international showcase of harmonious athleticism and nationalistic pride, and this past February’s Winter Olympics in Beijing was no exception. Such a big competition sparks many news and controversies, one of... Read More
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Picture Teen Titan’s Cyborg’s multipurpose cybernetic arm cannon, Doctor Otto Octavius’ mechanical limbs, and the Winter Soldier’s vibranium arm. It seems crazy to imagine such scientifically accurate and effective pieces of technology, but in reality,... Read More