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By Liz Holmes | 04/26/2018Take a break from studying this weekend
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Take a break from studying this weekend
Walmart recently announced that chains across the country will remove Cosmopolitan from checkout lines, citing the magazine’s objectifying material, according to USA TODAY. The best-selling magazine promotes content for “fun, fearless females,” reaching more than 18 million readers per month, according to Cosmopolitan’s parent company, Hearst Communications. Most magazine covers are of a sexual nature, with women wearing racy clothing while taglines promote sex tips, games and other advice. While Cosmopolitan can still be found in Walmart’s magazine racks, some wonder where people should draw the line between sexual empowerment and sexual objectification.
Brighten up your life with these hearty greens
Don’t let the fear of Jason Voorhees keep you inside all weekend! From the last few events of the Cherry Blossom Festival to (hopefully) some home-runs, there’s plenty to do in D.C.
This weekend, be sure to welcome April and celebrate the cherry blossoms while they last, learn about the effect of community policing, and explore the portfolio project of Diane Arbus.
Women’s issues were presented through fashion in the “Beauty Power - Time Corridor of Taiwan Women’s Fashion” exhibition hosted by the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office (TECRO) and the National Science and Technology Museum of Taiwan earlier this month.
As it seems like the weather is finally warming up, what’s better to do than explore all of the amazing events D.C.
Living in another country isn’t always as easy as it seems
It’s now officially spring! Don’t let the snow get you down, D.C. is offering a ton of events this weekend.
Weeks after hitting theaters, audiences’ love for Director Ryan Coogler’s “Black Panther” is still going strong: the film has made over $520 million domestically, making the list of top 10 highest-grossing films in the United States of all time. The film received praise for its positive representation of race, gender and culture.
Event celebrates 125th anniversary of AU’s founding at National Museum of African American History and Culture
A Chinese New Year Parade will be held to celebrate the Lunar New Year in Chinatown on Sunday, Feb.
With Valentine’s Day magic still in the air, check out these events for fun ways to spend time with those you care about. Frederick Douglass’ BiCentennial The National Park Service is celebrating abolitionist Frederick Douglass’s 200th birthday by hosting a Bicentennial Birthday Weekend.
Ideas and deals to make you fall in love all over again
Celebrate Fat Tuesday the right way
Ready to enjoy the second weekend in February by celebrating some amazing people? Whether it’s athletes competing in the Olympics, exploring African American history in air and space or running to support those with neurofibromatosis, DC has plenty to offer this weekend PyeongCheng Thang On Friday, Feb.
Whether you’re rooting for the Patriots, Eagles, or even Justin Timberlake, this year’s Super Bowl is sure to be fun for everyone.
If the first two weeks of classes already has you itching to get off campus, here is what you can do this weekend to get out of the Tenleytown bubble. Murder at Midnight at the Renwick Gallery Come to the Renwick Gallery on Friday night for a chance to explore two eerie exhibits: “Murder is her Hobby,” and “The Final Stop” before they close on Sunday.
Online shopping can be great: the world of fashion is at your fingertips and can easily be yours with a few clicks of a button.
Erase your pre-finals jitters with fun and festive events around D.C.
