In the late night of deadline, EIC Sal still finds a way to get the staff’s input, even if it’s a little bit troubling.   Whether it’s to give out magazines, a student photo shoot or a little bit of both, our staff always shows out to represent Distraction.   Our social media team has been putting in the work this year making sure we look good across all platforms. They try and shoot all different kinds of content, even if it’s a bit cheeky — literally — .   words_sal puma. photo_distraction staff. illustration_nic facchina. This article was published in Distraction’s Spring ..read more

As students, we’ve realized that we no longer have our parents preparing us yummy after-school snacks and home-cooked meals each night. Certain foods can evoke one’s emotions and resurface memories of their past. Some of our best memories can be associated with our favorite childhood snacks. As we’re on the brink of adulthood, who says we can’t embrace our child-like cravings and rekindle those feelings back then? The snacks and foods children consume daily contain high volumes of sugars and dyes which can have a negative effect on their behavior and their overall feeling. Children are more li ..read more

Whether it’s for class, a quick coffee or even just a leisurely stroll around campus, UM students never fail to look good. We wanted to capture some of these amazing fits so we set up a backdrop right in the heart of campus. Take some inspo from these stunners and make your class crush jelly! Julianna Sondon (Junior)Carlos Amaro (Freshman)   Left: Dina Hermawan (Junior), Right: Michela Tjan (Graduate Student)Kat Hernandez (Junior)Uyanga Erdenebayar (Freshman)Alex Barrowclough (Freshman)(L-R) Ruby Waterman (Junior), Leslie Diaz (Junior), Leah Castaneda (Senior)         ..read more

If music lovers have Spotify and Apple Music and bookworms have Goodreads, then what do cinephiles have? Letterboxd is among one of the most popular social platforms right now and has amassed over 10 million users as of November 2023. So, how has a New Zealand-based app managed to outperform IMDb and what can you do to create the perfect profile? Letterboxd, for lesser terms, began as a passion project in 2011 in Auckland, New Zealand, founded by two Kiwi-born film lovers — Matthew Buchanan and Karl von Randow. The idea was simple: create an app where users can list all their favorite movies a ..read more

The legalization of weed has been a topic long debated in many state governments. Here in Florida, there has been many different pushes and pushbacks on the notion from the various parties in the state. However, according to new research, pot might not be as hot as it’s been talked up to be, and these new findings might slow the roll of these motions. In January, Florida governor Ron DeSantis made headlines when he said he expects the Florida Supreme Court will approve the ballot initiative for adult-use marijuana initiative. “I think the court is going to approve that,” DeSantis said at a cam ..read more

All of us have that song that makes us feel the rush. Whether the song forces us to crank out a two-step or overcome our bodies with a slight tingling feeling, we all know what that song is. In honor of this issue’s special section, we’ve compiled a list of songs that give our staff the rush, and hopefully you’ll feel it too. 10 Things I Hate About You: Leah KateRush: Troye SivanBruises (SUCIA! Remix): KelelaHOT TO GO!: Chappel RoanSkeyee: Sexyy RedManeater: Nelly Furtado212: Azealia BanksWHERE SHE GOES: Bad BunnyShiver: John SummitBreak the Rules: Charli XCXMurder on the Dance Floor: Sophie E ..read more

Whether it’s taking an extra-long lunch break, typing “njvfdisork” instead of actual words, or saying “I’ll do it later,” procrastination is a trap that most students fall into. The thing is, students know that they will have to do the work at some point — so why not now? The typical, “I work better under pressure” excuse often comes up when students attempt to explain away their procrastination habits, which only means that students are rushing through the weeks’ worth of assignments and not absorbing much material. Similarly, the overloading of schedules contributes to procrastination more t ..read more

For the last twelve years, party-goers and spring-breakers alike have flocked to Miami during the last week of March to celebrate Miami Music Week. This seemingly endless week of electronic dance music events hosts hundreds of parties, big and small, curated to the ears of house music enthusiasts. The attendees, often recognizable by their dystopian attire and nocturnal tendencies, are widely referred to as “ravers” or “festival lovers.” While this year’s MMW has come to a close, if you want to see what the hype is all about in time for next year, let Distraction be your guide and prepare you ..read more

As contemporary writers gain hordes of young followers, most of whom have read far more words on screens than on paper, the line between author and influencer starts to blur. A single viral poem now has the potential to launch a career of literary stardom. As with most things on the internet, this comes with the cost of critics who question the validity of the work itself. How do we navigate an art form like poetry in an age of online consumerism?   Whether you’re an avid literature fan or a passive scroller, there’s a good chance while online you’ve run into the phenomenon that is “Inst ..read more

With each passing year and each set of blown out birthday candles, most of us grow more keenly aware of a staunch reality — none of us are getting any younger. From Botox to retinol creams, there seems to exist an endless array of “quick” fixes to the aging dilemma. However, with simple additions to your diet and daily routine, you can avoid draining your bank account and seemingly achieve the same results. You shouldn’t eat away all your problems, but if you eat the right foods you might be able to eat away some. “You are what you eat.” Most of us have heard this phrase growing up. Yet, it is ..read more