“Too emotional for science.” Phrases like this have continuously hindered women trying to break the glass ceiling in STEM. Why are these barriers...
By The MercuryApril 4, 2021According to Google Trends, words such as “astrology chart” and “rising sign” have peaked in early 2021, and many professional astrologers report that...
By The MercuryMarch 22, 2021While some have argued that the recent popularity of thrifting is problematic, thrifting – when done responsibly – is a more sustainable, affordable...
By The MercuryFebruary 28, 2021The Mercury has begun descending into a den of right-wing misinformation. As former editors-in-chief, it is heartbreaking to watch the paper that we...
By The MercuryFebruary 28, 2021Film production companies bank on compelling and entertaining storylines for high ratings that often don’t portray reality. Unfortunately, these bingeable plots are often...
By The MercuryFebruary 15, 2021The Jan. 6 Capitol Hill riot and its aftermath are a reminder that we must be critical of our political leaders – especially...
By The MercuryFebruary 15, 2021Op-eds can be dicey, to say the least. Remember last summer when The New York Times published an incendiary editorial by Arkansas Senator...
By The MercuryFebruary 15, 2021As students enter the game industry, it is important that they recognize their responsibility in advocating for more sustainable industry labor practices. Every...
By The MercuryFebruary 15, 2021“Common side effects can include dizziness, fatigue, nausea, problems with memory and even death.” Statements like this are often attached to promotional ads...
By The MercuryFebruary 15, 2021The Democratic Party, not just former President Donald Trump, bears much of the responsibility for the Capitol riot. Many politicians and the mainstream...
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