MARALOVE: Intuitive Art

Mexican-American artist Mariel Méndez (MARALOVE) views art as a way to understand the world around her. She utilizes painting, photography, and styling as her means of expression. For her, inspiration can be found within emotion and intuition. Passionate about ocean conservation, she’s worked with organizations like Azul and Kilómetro Uno. To learn more about MARALOVE and her art, read on.

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How to Build a Stylish & Sustainable Ski Wardrobe 

When setting off on a ski trip, you will always want to look your best on the slopes. Building a stylish yet sustainable ski wardrobe requires a balance of performance, longevity, and responsible sourcing. Rather than focusing on fast-changing trends, a considered approach focuses on high-quality, versatile pieces made from eco-friendly materials. This approach appeals to professionals seeking practical, yet refined winter wardrobes aligned with sustainability goals and modern design standards. Read on to find out more.

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Hair Care Routine for Stress Relief

A well-designed hair care routine can play an important role in stress management and hair health. Many are unaware of how psychological strain from the daily grind manifests physically in their hair. Prolonged stress is known to disrupt the hair growth cycle (specifically through a condition called telogen effluvium), often leading to increased shedding and changes in scalp condition. 

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The Return Of Bold Menswear: Why Striped Dress Socks Are Becoming A Style Essential

Fashion trends often move in cycles, but modern menswear is experiencing a particularly interesting shift. For years, minimalist fashion dominated wardrobes. Neutral colors, simple silhouettes, and understated accessories became the standard for polished dressing. Today, however, men are embracing personality again. Bold details are making a comeback, and striped dress socks are emerging as one of the easiest and most stylish ways to stand out.

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Our Favorite Progressive Candidates in 2026 - Esmeralda Cantu Castle, Texas House of Representatives, District 37

In the 2024 presidential election, South Texas (particularly the Rio Grande Valley), voted overwhelmingly for Donald Trump, after over 100 years of voting solidly Democratic. The reasons were myriad: overwhelming inflation and a sputtering local economy, Trump’s machismo appealed to young male voters in the region, and widespread exhaustion with decades of illegal immigration. Well, we see what Trump’s presidency has wrought: increasing inflation and a sputtering local economy, a deranged machismo bordering on reckless insanity, and the wholesale deportation of both undocumented and documented immigrants alike (as well as several US citizens) from the Rio Grande Valley.

Esmeralda Cantu-Castle (she/her) is running to change all that. Esmi was first encouraged to run for political office in the aftermath of the brutal murder of her daughter, a Navy Seaman, last year, by a fellow sailor who kept her body for four days before dumping it in the woods behind an elementary school in Norfolk, Virginia. Esmi is passionate about supporting others, particularly workers, families, and veterans. This millennial mom is running to ensure that women in her district are afforded access to contraception and reproductive healthcare. Dismayed at how Elon Musk’s SpaceX corporation has willfully polluted South Texas, she is also running on a strong environmental platform that protects both the land and water of the Rio Grande Valley.

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Why Minimalist Fine Jewelry Is Resonating With Today’s Luxury Consumer

Minimalism has moved from interior design and fashion into the world of fine jewelry, reshaping how consumers think about luxury. Rather than bold, oversized statement pieces, today’s buyers are gravitating toward subtle, refined designs that feel personal and wearable every day. This transition reflects broader lifestyle changes where people are investing in fewer, more meaningful items that align with their values, aesthetics, and daily routines.

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Med Spike: 6 Ways Illness Impacts Your Blood Pressure

Your body has a way of whispering before it screams, but when illness strikes, those whispers can quickly turn into loud, alarming signals. One of the most ignored? Your blood pressure. You might believe that only adults, or only during a routine checkup, should check their blood pressure. But that’s not true. 

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Charlie Lim: Intense Vulnerability

Singaporean singer-songwriter Charlie Lim recently released his new single “Nobody’s Home,” an intensely vulnerable track that offers a taste of his upcoming album “DAYDREAM.” The album is set to release towards the end of this year and touch on themes of regret and responsibility. Beyond music, Lim is an active advocate for cancer, supporting organizations like Singapore’s Children’s Cancer Foundation and Make-A-Wish Singapore. To learn more about Charlie Lim and his upcoming album, read on.

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Understanding the Different Types of Guitar Strings

More than most novices realise, string selection has a significant impact on a guitar's sound. It can feel like playing two completely different guitars when the same instrument is strung with different materials. Understanding guitar strings from the ground up changes your approach to the instrument, whether you are just starting or reevaluating a configuration that has never seemed quite right. 

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Top Wedding Ring Trends in 2026

In recent times, there’s been a definite shift in tastes when it comes to wedding rings. Increasingly, couples favour designs that express something of their personalities and values, and that do so without unduly impacting the natural environment. Let’s take a look at how the world of wedding rings is shaping up in 2026.

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Our Favorite Progressive Candidates in 2026 - Caitlyn Gegen, Georgia's 9th Congressional District

This article is about Caitlyn Gegen (she/her), a Gen-Z graduate of the University of Georgia and resident of Suwanee, and our best fight against Andrew Clyde. Caitlyn’s top three political issues are human rights, affordable living, and universal healthcare. She says, “by human rights, I mean the right to vote, a woman’s right to her own body, and the right to due process. To protect all of these rights, we need representatives who will bring an inclusive approach to policy making, and are willing to improve the democratic institutions in our country.” Caitlyn’s platform includes raising the federal minimum wage to at least $15 an hour, pushing for universal healthcare, investing in clean energy projects across Georgia, and breaking up corporate monopolies to help small businesses and consumers.

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Joel X Eleanor on Addictive Anthems & Animal Advocacy

London-based alternative duo Joel X Eleanor is a distinctive collaboration. Their most recent release, a double single release tilted “Garden Plot / Something Strange,” lean into differing ideas about love, creating an addictive push and pull. Beyond music, the two are passionate advocates for animals, contributing monthly donations to organizations like Cats Protection and Dogs Trust. To learn more about Joel X Eleanor and their new music, read on.

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Our Favorite Progressive Candidates in 2026 - Lilliana Young, Indiana House of Representatives District 61

Lilliana Young (she/her) is a millennial trans woman who identifies as a Democratic Socialist. Describing herself as “extremely gay”, she does not shy away from the LGBTQ+ label, in a state that is generally not friendly to the LGBTQ+ community. But that is not deterring her. As a member of the Bloomington/Monroe County Human Rights Commission (BMCHRC), Lilliana is invested in expanding socialist policies in Indiana, from public housing options, to expanding and strengthening state Medicaid, and she has also had success strengthening local protections for LGBTQ+ persons in her hometown of Bloomington. A bass guitarist, she has technical experience as a writer and script editor, trailer editor, music producer, marketing lead and community manager in indie game development. Lilliana is basing her campaign around six main issues: wage and worker’s rights, access to housing, access to health care, strengthening public education, accountability of government and human rights. 

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Will Hyde: Raw Reflection

Indie-pop artist Will Hyde released his new single, “better without me,” an emotional collaboration with singer-songwriter Stephanie Poetri. The single is a raw reflection of the decision of whether to let go or not in a relationship. Beyond music, Hyde is an avid advocate for mental wellness and even created his own video series titled “Really Mental.” To learn more about Will Hyde and his new music, read on.

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Our Favorite Progressive Candidates in 2026 - Kirsten Root, Indiana State Senate District 21

We are pleased that this cycle, there are so many young progressive women running for elected office in the Indiana legislature (we have profiled several so far)! This week we are adding Kirsten Root (she/her) to that number. A bisexual Gen-Z social worker, Kirsten wants to restore trust and humanity to government. The values that guide her are service, partnerships, integrity, dignity, competence, and social justice. Kirsten’s platform includes universal healthcare, legalization of marijuana, empowering and protecting marginalized communities, strengthening labor unions, and focusing on prevention and rehabilitation over punitive treatment.

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Brittany McVicker: In the Spotlight

Actress, producer, and filmmaker Brittany McVicker stars as Emma in “Terri Joe: Missionary in Miami,” a film that was just listed in a Variety top 10 list. She’s also slated for a lead role in the upcoming thriller Kill Trip set to release this summer. Beyond the screen, she’s a passionate advocate for the Vasculitis Foundation. To learn more about Brittany McVicker and her upcoming projects, read on.

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How to build your confidence behind the wheel

The first months of driving can be the hardest. Every junction, stall or hesitation feels like it has graver consequences than it really does. The freedom you imagined comes wrapped in nerves you didn’t expect. Confidence grows in small, everyday moments that start to add up. When you understand what unsettles you and learn how to respond, driving shifts from something you endure into something that fits into your life. Taking a steady approach helps navigate all aspects of your new responsibilities, from budgeting for fuel to sorting young driver insurance for your first car.

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Our Favorite Progressive Candidates in 2026 - Victoria Martz, Indiana House of Representatives District 55

Indiana is known as one of the most solidly Republican states in the country. But it does not necessarily need to be. Indiana has a long and proud tradition of manufacturing, supported by labor unions who made the state a notable center of steel production, automotive production, pharmaceuticals, and other heavy manufacturing. Indiana is a state with a large working-class population, and in recent years the rights of working-class people have been rolled back by Republican governors and the legislature through weakening of labor unions’ strength (becoming a right-to-work state in 2012), cutting food aid, and cutting access to child care.

Victoria Martz (she/her) is a bisexual millennial criminal defense lawyer who grew up on a farm in rural southeastern Indiana. Her experiences on the farm taught her the value of hard work and the dignity of owning one’s own labor. Victoria’s campaign focuses on workers’ rights, the legalization of marijuana (building tax revenue for the state to expand social programs), and creating public service programs for mental health.

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