Leelah Alcorn was a transgender teenager who lived in Ohio, until she committed suicide on December 28th 2014. She realised she was female at the age of four. At the age of seventeen, after thirteen years of frustration, she queued a suicide note on tumblr and walked out in front of oncoming traffic. After understanding […]Read More
Shocking fashion statements are nothing new, but in the past few years attempts to connect with the new generation of ‘edgy’ teenagers has pushed its limit. One of the more recent, disturbing statements comes in the form of recent news that late front man Kurt Cobain’s suicide letter is being printed on shirts and being sold […]Read More
Planet earth is home to 7 billion people. Each person has their own life, culture, dreams and ideas, all ready to share. And it’s great when we do. I’m super appreciative of the Japanese cuisine that brought Wagamamas’ ramen into my life, even if my chopstick technique is shockingly amateur. In fact, I have found […]Read More
I think it’s safe to say that everyone everywhere is a fan of something. Whether it be a band, an actor, a TV show or a football team – it’s a part of human nature to want to find things that not only bring you pleasure, but also give you something to admire and look […]Read More
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