While the oppression of corporate greed usually leads to the loss of basic liberties and artistic expression, in the case of independent media, a lack of freedom only pushed them to rise above their much...

In our fast-paced world, films are created, consumed and then cast aside. According to global data, around 8,748 films are made every year, with only 20% reaching audiences and the other 80% failing to...

Hand-drawn animation started more than a century ago, when the early days of cinema had just begun and 3D animation was still in its infancy. However, the traditional medium has fallen far out of favor...

"Patience is bitter, but the fruit is sweet," Jean-Jacques Rousseau once remarked, but often, the final reward isn't quite as sweet as hoped. Four years of delays, rumors and a variety of obscure hints...

Even with all the ever-changing food trends that social media has to offer, matcha has consistently remained a popular drink over the last five years. However, truly good matcha that isn’t too sweet...

On Feb. 14, Marvel Studios released their newest addition to the Captain America saga, centered around the former Falcon, Sam Wilson (Anthony Mackie), as he takes on the mantle of the first avenger. The...

Released on Feb. 6, 2025, Netflix’s “Apple Cider Vinegar” tells the story of Belle Gibson (Kaitlyn Dever), a convicted scammer. Gibson is known for defrauding people out of money after pretending...

On Feb. 28, the video game “Monster Hunter Wilds” was released to a widely positive reception. The thrill of the hunt, the satisfaction of each successful takedown and the steady progression of unlocking...

On Jan. 26, the city of San Ramon held their eighth annual Culture in the Community festival at the Dougherty Station Community Arts Center.  The event brought together diverse communities through...

Thinking back to my childhood, certain toys stand out as titans of our generation. These toys make their mark through their timeless appeal achieved by maintaining their core values of expression. Among...

Every Friday night for as long as I can remember, my family and I would huddle together in the living room, with various snacks between us, eager to dive into the latest thriller. These weekly movie nights...

In this century, music consumes our lives. We listen to it everywhere — in the car, while doing homework, or even in the shower. Each day, the songs we choose influence our identities. Our carefully...