Be a Revolution: Exploring Intersectional Feminism
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by Kathy Chaney
2h ago
Content warning: This article touches on the topic of sexual violence. Please read and proceed with caution. If you or someone you know has been affected by sexual assault, help is available. For immediate support, please call the National Sexual Assault Hotline: (800) 656-4673, available 24/7 and completely confidential. In an era marked by increasing online debates, feminism is a beacon of empowerment and inclusivity for many, yet others question its very existence. Gen Z’s views about feminism are regressing compared to previous generations, suggesting a step backward in gender equity. A re ..read more
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Dogs Can Reduce Depression, Stress
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by Kathy Chaney
2h ago
Playing with a dog changes our brain waves, boosting relaxation and concentration, whilst reducing stress and depression. Scientists believe the results show that “pet therapy” could be prescribed to bolster mental health. Researchers measured the effects on the brain waves of participants as they interacted with dogs and found countless benefits to the activities. The South Korean study concluded that the results provided strong evidence of the potential benefits of “animal-assisted interventions” (AAI) for humans. The study, published in the journal PLOS ONE, sought to explore the effects on ..read more
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‘Shirley’ is a History Lesson That Came Right on Time
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by Kathy Chaney
11h ago
Shirley Chisholm was a trailblazer who fought for race and gender equality while pushing the needle of what the norm looked like in politics. Not only was she the first Black woman in Congress (1968) where she introduced more than 50 pieces of legislation but she was also the first woman and African American to seek the nomination for president of the United States from one of the two major political parties (1972). Netflix brought her story to life with the biopic, “Shirley,” which is now streaming. The proud Brooklyn, New York native was a major advocate against racial discrimination and dis ..read more
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Green Spaces: An Urban Necessity
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by Shaylyn Martos
1d ago
When you’re living in a city, it can be hard to find spaces to connect with the land and nature. Urban gardens and farms are amazing and vital green spaces for city folk to escape to.  Before I had even moved to the Bay Area, I remember coming to Berkeley to visit my sister. One of the first places I visited was a Berkeley Student Farm on the corner of Virginia and Walnut street.  It certainly made a lasting impression on me with its windchimes clinking and the fresh smelling rows of medicinal plants.There, I got to harvest fresh kale and mustard greens while meeting and connecting w ..read more
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Opinion: The New Disney Dark Age
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by Shaylyn Martos
2d ago
After two decades of mergers and acquisitions, Disney has gone from a name usually associated with movies for families to an unprecedented media monopoly.  For Disney fans, the conglomerate has a responsibility to do all their beloved franchises justice — which it’s been failing over the past few years. Animated movies like “Soul” and “Wish” did less than great at the box office making $121 million and $254 million, respectively. Even Marvel movies like “Thor: Love and Thunder”, “Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantimania” and “The Marvels” have either been doing just as badly in the box office or ..read more
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The Gee Code: What is on the Horizon for AI?
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by Kathy Chaney
2d ago
SXSW marks a pivotal location for discussing the latest and greatest technology. A recent panel titled “Beyond the Horizon: Unleashing the Power of Future AI” delved into the depths of artificial intelligence (AI), exploring its past, present, and future implications. From reinforcement learning to sustainability, the Avande X panelists offered a comprehensive overview of how AI is shaping various industries and sectors. One of the key topics discussed was reinforcement learning and its applications. The panel featured representatives from Avanade X, a digital creative consultancy specializing ..read more
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Opinion: TikTok is the Least Concerning Issue for America
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by Kathy Chaney
2d ago
In the first three months of 2024, we have seen so many issues in the world actively growing. From wars on the other side of the world to political instability in the United States, one may wonder: What did TikTok ever do? TikTok being banned in the U.S. sounds really strange on paper. A social media app that has been around for only a few years did so much harm to our country that it prompted a ban? Meanwhile, school shootings have become such a negative stain on American culture that people are desensitized to every new report of a mass shooting at school. Nationwide quality of life is stead ..read more
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Gen Z’s Growing Fear of Flying
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by Kathy Chaney
3d ago
In 2023, we saw the safest years for commercial air travel. According to a report from the International Air Transport Association (IATA), that same year saw no fatal accidents or hull losses for jet aircraft. Despite this, recent air safety incidents have been making headlines, especially concerning the issues with several Boeing aircraft in previous weeks, raising concerns among Americans. The most concerned demographic? Gen Z.  A Fast Company-Harris Poll revealed that 43% of Americans are more wary of flying due to recent incidents, with Gen Z showing particular nervousness and skeptic ..read more
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Gen Z and Voting: The Final Standoff
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by Kathy Chaney
3d ago
In the last five years, Gen Z has come of voting age and they tend to be disillusioned with traditional political structures and parties, and are skeptical of mainstream politics. About eight million Gen Z are newly eligible to vote this year and of that number, 47% are BIPOC. YR Media’s “Control Z: #Vote2024” series examines the impact the young generation will have this election season and how more Gen Z candidates are looking to have a seat at the table. With around two-thirds of Gen Z eligible to vote in the 2024 general election, the young person’s vote matters more than ever. After YR Me ..read more
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Venture Capitalist Barbie and the Massive Gender, Racial Capital Gap
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by Kathy Chaney
6d ago
When a team of YR Media correspondents attended South by Southwest this month, one panel YR attended was presented by four female-identifying venture capitalists who are paving a new way to play the venture capital (VC) game.  If you don’t know, venture capital is one way for small business owners to start getting their businesses off the ground — think “Shark Tank.” Business owners pitch their ideas to investors in order to show profitability. If the investors agree to provide money (or capital), the start-ups can utilize it to grow their businesses and eventually repay their sponsors.&n ..read more
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