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  • Beauty & Health
    • The Viral “Abbey Yung Method”
      The Viral “Abbey Yung Method”
    • THE OZEMPIC EPIDEMIC: HOW A DIABETES DRUG BECAME A BEAUTY STANDARD
      THE OZEMPIC EPIDEMIC: HOW A DIABETES DRUG BECAME A BEAUTY STANDARD
    • The Psychology of the Mirror Selfie
      The Psychology of the Mirror Selfie
    • Recipes
  • Entertainment
    • Pop Culture of the Quarter Century
      Pop Culture of the Quarter Century
    • The girls cannot stop obsessing over ‘Heated Rivalry’
      The girls cannot stop obsessing over ‘Heated Rivalry’
    • The Golden Globes: Winners, Losers, and Academy Awards
      The Golden Globes: Winners, Losers, and Academy Awards
  • Campus Culture
    • Burnout Burn Book
      Burnout Burn Book
    • Wander Babe: Student-Run Fashion Brand Takes Off at Penn State
      Wander Babe: Student-Run Fashion Brand Takes Off at Penn State
    • Magdalena Bay Hits Penn State with their Killshot
      Magdalena Bay Hits Penn State with their Killshot
    • THON
    • The Single Girls of State
    • Features
    • Events
  • Fashion
    • Which Gym Brands Deserve a Spot in Your Closet
      Which Gym Brands Deserve a Spot in Your Closet
    • That Was Not Me at the Airport
      That Was Not Me at the Airport
    • Winter Fashion: Japanese Streetwear
      Winter Fashion: Japanese Streetwear
  • Self-Improvement
    • Dear Me, Happy Birthday, Love Yourself
      Dear Me, Happy Birthday, Love Yourself
    • The Death Of Our Tweens
      The Death Of Our Tweens
    • The Last Thing We’ll Ever Do Together is Never Speak Again
      The Last Thing We’ll Ever Do Together is Never Speak Again
    • College Crisis
  • This Just In
    • FDA Warns Against Counterfeit Botox Amid Reports of Severe Health Risks  
      FDA Warns Against Counterfeit Botox Amid Reports of Severe Health Risks  
    • The People’s Voices
      The People’s Voices
    • NYC Marathon 2025
      NYC Marathon 2025

Maddie Winter

Maddie Winter is senior majoring in international politics with a double minor in Middle Eastern studies and history. She loves traveling and discovering new music, along with binge-reading murder mystery novels.

This Just In

Winter is Coming: What This Could Mean for COVID-19

By Maddie Winter

The Centers for Disease Control head has recently warned that this coming winter may be the “most difficult time in U.S. public health history,” as…

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Beauty & Health

Upgrade Your Shower with Eucalyptus

By Maddie Winter

Looking to upgrade the aesthetic appearance of your bathroom? Just add Eucalyptus. Adding plants instantly upgrades the look and feel of your shower while also…

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This Just In

Looming Second-Wave Lockdowns for Europe

By Maddie Winter

As infection rates continue to spike across the continent, many European countries — including France, Germany, Italy, Poland and the United Kingdom — chose to…

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This Just In

The Question of Post-Election Protests

By Maddie Winter

Though candidate Joe Biden is projected to have secured the title of becoming the 46th president of the United States, the 2020 election appears to…

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This Just In

Americans Storm the Polls: Impacts of Early Voting on 2020 Election

By Maddie Winter

With Election Day only being a few days away, over 92 million Americans have already cast their vote for the 2020 presidential election. These numbers…

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Campus Culture

Penn State Announces Plans for Spring Semester

By Maddie Winter

The COVID-19 pandemic has lasted far longer than most of us have anticipated, and it appears spring break has become its latest casualty. University leadership…

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This Just In

COVID-19 Hits the White House

By Maddie Winter

President Trump tested positive for COVID-19 on Oct. 2, only hours after one of his closest senior aides, Hope Hicks, also tested positive for the…

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Beauty & Health

Breaking Down Breakouts: Skin Purging

By Maddie Winter

Have you ever tried a new product you were excited about only for it to send your skin into a full-on freakout? You may have…

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This Just In

Protesters Demand End of COVID-19 Lockdowns

By Maddie Winter

Demonstrators in at least 10 states have gathered across the country, calling for state governments to “re-open America” amidst the ongoing global pandemic. From California…

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This Just In

A Silver Lining to COVID-19 Shutdowns: Bluer Skies & Cleaner Air

By Maddie Winter

As economies across the world struggle and millions continue to stay home to flatten the curve, scientists are noticing some unintended consequences of the global…

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Fashion

Vogue’s Global Conversations Offer Insights on the Future of Fashion

By Maddie Winter

The world has entered a period of uncertainty due to the coronavirus pandemic, leaving many wondering what the future may bring. In an attempt to…

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Campus Culture

COVID-19 Slashes Students’ Summer Internship Plans

By Maddie Winter

Internships are now considered a trademark of the young adult experience, providing students with the experience needed for them to thrive in the post-graduate workforce….

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Self-Improvement

Dump Your Daily Worries: Morning Pages Journaling

By Maddie Winter

Now more than ever, a lot of us are trying to look for more ways to decompress and relax our minds during a stressful time…

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This Just In

COVID-19 Is Transforming the 2020 Election

By Maddie Winter

Presidential candidates are facing an array of challenges in terms of their usual campaign routines as COVID-19 continues to spread across the US. Campaigning is…

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This Just In

COVID-19 Continues to Transform Daily Life

By Maddie Winter

Now spread across all 50 states, the COVID-19 pandemic has taken a grip on Americans nationwide. The New York Times reported that one in four…

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Beauty & Health

Beauty Buzzwords: What are sulfates and parabens?

By Maddie Winter

“Parabens” and “sulfates” have become major buzzwords in the beauty world, yet no one ever seems to give us a reason as to why these…

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Campus Culture

The College of Engineering Is Getting A Facelift

By Maddie Winter

The school is set to undergo a two-phase $849 million renovation in order to upgrade the college’s facilities and technology, as well as expand its scope on campus.

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Self-Improvement

Americans Rated Unhealthiest Work Habits

By Maddie Winter

Many strive hard to work hard for the so-called “American Dream,” but how much work is too much?

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This Just In

Black as the Color of Protest

By Maddie Winter

Black has become the color of protest in Hong Kong, as an everyday color takes on a symbol of opposition as protests continue on.

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Entertainment

Love is in the Air: “Modern Love” on Prime Video

By Maddie Winter

For 15 years, the New York Times has brought personal essays to life, telling stories of love, loss, heartbreak, betrayal and revelations

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