Ok, the world is going through a lot right now: basic human rights are being threatened and violated, there’s the increasingly plausible threat of the next World War looming over us, everything feels like it’s getting more expensive, and we all seem to hate each other; sometimes we really do, and sometimes (sometimes. In my belief, this shouldn't be normalized) with good reason. Some may say we have collectively lost the plot. Some of us––so many of us––are just plain tired, anxious, and/or scared. 

The idea of a “perfect victim” is a racist, sexist, outdated myth. Life is messy. Relationships are messy. Victims can be any age, any race, and any gender. Combs’ certainly are.

With the arrival of Summer also comes, for many (myself included), feelings of anticipatory dread for what’s ahead. Summer is but a brief interlude, after all––as much as one may love this season, everyone knows that it won’t last forever. For students, especially, it feels so temporary, because it is. It is but a blimp, a pause from what society tells us (and I’m not necessarily arguing) really matters: hard work, perhaps in the form of academics, employment, or various duties that one may be subject to fulfill throughout the year. For people who dread such things, for various reasons, this can make Summer nothing more than a season of anxiety and apprehension. It can be hard to live in the moment when you aren’t looking forward to the future.

To those who celebrated this year: happy belated Mother’s Day. To those who didn’t, I hope you had a great Sunday.

My life has always felt brat-coded. But what does being a brat even mean? (At least to me.) It means being unapologetically your genuine self. Embracing your chaos. Owning your identity, even if it doesn’t align with traditional values. And most importantly, having faith that you’ll figure it out.

Need an example? Here’s how I ended up at the brat Tour.

Take things at your own pace. You don’t have to go to college just because everyone else is, or want the same things everyone around you does. Everyone’s lives look different. Isn’t that part of the beauty of the human experience? 

With Easter over, Daredevil being the current show I’m binge watching, and the death of Pope Francis;I’ve had Catholicism on my mind a lot lately. Specifically, I have been asking myself what does it mean to be a good Catholic (even more than usual)?

I’m not a veteran TLOU fan. However, I know what good acting looks like. I personally believe that Bella Ramsey is a good actor. A great actor. So far, their portrayal of Ellie has made me laugh, cry, and made me truly invested in this character. Ramsey is, to me, the perfect person for such a role. I’ve been doing a lot of reiteration, but again, people can have their own opinions on a performance––the issue is when it overlaps into attacking someone’s appearance.

Inspired by author and influencer Eli Rallo, here are my in’s and out’s for May 2025. 

Many of us grew up with the Harry Potter franchise. We read the books, watched the movies, took the “What Hogwarts House Are You” quizzes, and interacted with the Wizarding World in so many ways. I was in my early teens when I first got into it, perhaps later than many others, but I still feel a connection to Harry, his friends, and his world. so what does one do when the creator of something like Harry Potter, something you love and cherish, something that brings you comfort and makes you feel less alone, isn’t exactly the world’s best person?

As I reflect on the work, time, and lessons from my nearly 22 years of living that brought me here, there are 22 pieces of advice that have helped make me ready and able to write this next chapter in my story.

Why is International Asexuality Day necessary? Among many other reasons, such as actual discrimination, asexuality is severely misunderstood by many. Even those who consider themselves allies––and actual aces!––may have a myriad of misconceptions about what it actually means. Today, I want to shine a light on a few of these common misconceptions, which I hope will lead to greater understanding, empathy, and education for everyone.

During my time at SXSW, I was beyond excited to learn that there was a documentary about Selena y Los Dinos. I've been a fan of Selena since I was younger, and I deeply regret not knowing about the premiere beforehand, I would’ve brought my Amor Prohibido vinyl in case her family was open to signing it. I saw the documentary, and it was an emotional and beautifully crafted tribute to Selena’s legacy.

In light of such hatred, Ribbon is here to remind you that Trans Women are still Women, Trans Men are still Men, and no idiot with a bad spray tan can change that fact. In light of these awful times, here are some ways YOU can be a good ally this Transgender Visibility Day! 

Over the span of 25 years of airing, “Survivor” has become more current, progressive, and spread awareness about countless amounts of backgrounds and characteristics specific to its contestants. 

However, over that quarter of a century, not one contestant has disclosed they have a speech difference. Until now.

The world is scary. Overwhelming. Exhausting. I could think of at least fifty other words to describe our current situation, but I digress. Instead of turning to our phones for temporary and unsatisfying solace, let’s instead focus on ourselves and on each other. It’s the only way we can collectively stay sane, if it’s not too late, which it’s not. It’s never too late. 

SXSW runs from March 7th to March 15th, and while a badge isn’t required, it does grant priority access. The good news? Plenty of free events are happening throughout the festival! Here are some must-see activations to check out.

It’s finally Women’s History Month! This year, especially this year, it’s so important to remember the women who have impacted our society for the better. I’ll be going over certain female musicians and how their impact on culture, both in their respective decades and beyond, is undeniable.