This post was updated April 4 at 5:44 p.m. Amid a strenuous year of social isolation, a new social media platform aims to create online support groups for patients. Read more...
Photo: The social media platform Wrenity was recently launched by Kareena Gang, a third-year psychobiology student. The site provides a space for patients to connect with others who share similar experiences, offering encouragement as well as recommending local physicians. (Courtesy of Andrew Nguyen)
This post was updated April 4 at 5:42 p.m. Packed with a set of acrylics, acetone and nail polish, Brianna Mercado embarks on a mission to empower others one nail at a time. Read more...
Photo: Brianna Mercado launched her nail business, BrisXBeauty, two years ago. Since then, the first-year pre-mathematics and applied science student said she has used her extroverted personality and skills as a nail technician to grow her brand. (Ashley Paez/Daily Bruin)
While First Year Experience coordinator Shalaurey Jones realizes five minutes of meditation may not fully rid all of life’s stresses, she believes building a self-care routine can help prevent burnout and set students up for success. Read more...
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With a new season in full bloom, spring flowers and sunshine call for a new read to match. From long-awaited sequels to new releases from established authors, these upcoming novels are sure to be ones that Bruins won’t want to miss. Read more...
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Sometimes the worst demons are the ones we create for ourselves. Released March 2 by prolific horror writer Stephen King, “Later” is a coming-of-age story following Jamie Conklin, a spirited young boy who sees dead people. Read more...
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Beginning with a gentle pull, “Klara and the Sun” ends with a powerful yank on readers’ heartstrings. Released March 2 by the Nobel Prize-winning author Kazuo Ishiguro, “Klara and the Sun” takes the classic science fiction trope of artificial intelligence running rampant and weaves it into a very human story of love and companionship. Read more...
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The swiping days are over – with Monet UCLA, doodles lead to dates. Joyce Ma, a third-year sociology student, said she was scrolling through TikTok when she came across a video advertising Monet – a new dating app that initiates matches by sending drawings to interested parties. Read more...
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