117 years from now, we will achieve global gender parity in the workplace. That’s right, according to the World Economic Forum’s Global Gender Gap Report for 2015, equal opportunities will be accredited to the currently under-tapped and under-utilized female talent pool by the year 2133. Yeah… we’ll all be long gone before we can be …
When at noon the grand clock chimes, it’s lunchtime! Along the picturesque scene of cobblestoned sidewalks, Victorian-style architecture, old-timey streetlights, and of course, the famed steam clock, the historical district of Vancouver’s Gastown offers many dining options to complement your afternoon of strolling, sightseeing, and shopping. From classic comfort food to the more adventurous choices, …
Amidst a dark cloud of controversy, the 88th Annual Academy Awards managed to be a ceremony to remember with socially-charged commentary, award sweeps, surprise wins, and the bestowing of a golden statue to a long-time hopeful. Here are some of the highlights from the 2016 Oscars... As expected, Cate Blanchett was the Best Dressed on the red carpet in a seafoam …
After surviving through the audition rounds, the hell of Hollywood week, and even duets with Idol All Stars, ten Season 15 contestants emerged from the talent-heavy ranks to form American Idol's last group of Top 10 finalists. They are... . Dalton Rapattoni, Olivia Rox, Trent Harmon, La'Porsha Renae, Tristan McIntosh, Sonika Vaid, Gianna Isabella, MacKenzie Bourg, Avalon Young, …
The 58th Annual Grammy Awards sought to answer many burning questions regarding this past year in music, such as "Who will win Album of the Year between the stacked ballot of Taylor Swift, Kendrick Lamar, The Weeknd, Chris Stapleton, and Alabama Shakes?" and "Who is Alexander Hamilton?". Here were some of the top moments from …
When you Google "turning 27", you find that the general consensus on reaching this age is that it's a weird time in your life when your whole world turns around. According to astrology, it's at age 27 when Saturn starts its return to your zodiac sign, signalling the transition from your 'Phase of Youth' to your 'Phase of …
American Idol changed my life. I've written multiple essays on this very statement over the years, but I've never been able to fully express just how much of an impact this televised singing competition has had on me since 2002 (and specifically the last eight years). Besides the usual suspects (Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood, and Chris …
"Sixteen candles make a lovely light." In my teenage dreams, I was always anxiously looking ahead to the next chapter - finishing middle school, getting past that nerve-wracking freshman year of high school, and culminating in the grand Sweet Sixteen celebration, when all of my awkwardness and terrors would be vanquished once I turned 16 …
Everything that transpired in 2015 ties back to my mission of being more focused on and involved in shaping who I want to be and steering myself closer towards where I want to go. By challenging myself to Make it Happen – to lean in, live in the here and now, and bypass my fears by taking progressive risks …
The act of going to the movie theater on Christmas Day is not as outlandish as it may sound. It’s a common tradition for families that don’t celebrate Christmas (since the majority of business establishments are closed) and for families that balance their day of staying in for presents, food, and conversation with going out to enjoy a cinematic experience …
