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This year’s Met Gala theme of “Gilded Glamor” seemed simple enough to follow, yet many celebrities were led astray by their designers. A handful of looks escaped this fate, and the following looks left others looking out of place.

Top 5 Met Gala looks

Anna Reznick, Staff Writer May 20, 2022

Since 1948, celebrities have gathered on the first Monday of May dressed in notably extravagant looks for the Met Gala, a themed fundraiser hosted at the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute...

Leadenhall Market displays empty halls lined with lit shops. London’s charm meets modern-day shopping in this market where the historic architecture is combined with contemporary clothing stores, restaurants and souvenir shops.

Top 5 hidden gems in London

Abby Dichter, Staff Writer March 14, 2022

Everyone knows the classic must-see tourist destinations in London: the London Eye, Buckingham Palace, Tate Modern, Big Ben. But, lesser-known attractions may bring a more traditional London feel, providing...

City life facilitates top-notch food delivery services, each offering a range of cuisines fit to satisfy any craving. From popular classics to hidden gems, here are five takeout restaurants that give one a unique dining experience catered to their culinary desires.

Top 5 takeout restaurants

Grace Hamilton and Cameron Spurr February 3, 2022

Those who know us will tell you we are suckers for takeout. Deliveroo and UberEats are among myriad platforms that offer quick and easy delivery service, hosting a broad selection of varying cuisines –...

Adopting a vegan or vegetarian diet substantially reduces one’s carbon footprint, and these suggestions reveal how St. Johns Wood’s eco-friendly culinary options can help.

Top 5 vegan, vegetarian dishes in St. Johns Wood

Eva Marriott-Fabre, Staff Writer November 12, 2021

St. Johns Wood offers a wide array of restaurants that are fit to please any foodie. Among these restaurants are myriad vegan and vegetarian dishes prioritizing flavorful food and sustainability. On...

Bonfire Night commemorates the 1605 event in which Guy Fawkes led a group of English Catholics in an attempted demolition of the Houses of Parliament. This historical event is annually celebrated the weekend of Nov. 5 across the U.K. with fireworks, parades and bonfires.

Top 5 must-visit Bonfire Night firework displays

Grace Hamilton, Lead Culture Editor November 5, 2021

Guy Fawkes Day – widely known as Bonfire Night – commemorates the Nov. 5, 1605 event in which Guy Fawkes led a group of English Catholics in an attempted assassination of Protestant King James I of...

The effects of climate change – natural disasters, heat waves, pollution – remain perceptible in every facet of our lives. Here are five sustainable practices imperative to curtailing the worsening climate crisis.

Top 5 sustainable practices to mitigate climate crisis

Grace Hamilton, Lead Culture Editor September 24, 2021

Climate change – the effects of which are felt in every corner of the globe – undoubtedly permeates every facet of our lives. One word seems to shroud every conversation pertaining to the environment:...

Documentaries are quintessential to a well-rounded film experience, tackling numerous themes – deconstructing the science behind natural disasters, downfalls of the education system, scientific phenomenons. Here are five must-watch documentaries that may deepen one’s perception of the world or simply stimulate diversity of thought.

Top 5 documentaries

Grace Hamilton, Lead Culture Editor September 10, 2021

As temperatures cool and leaves begin to turn orange, I can’t help but look forward to enjoying a good documentary. Streaming platforms such as Netflix, Hulu and Amazon Prime Video offer a plethora of...

With summer weather comes a number of seasonal foods, from popsicles to corn on the cob to grilled vegetables. Here are five recipes perfect for summer.

Top 5 summer recipes

Grace Hamilton, Lead Culture Editor June 16, 2021

When summer finally rolls around, I can’t help but pull out my recipe book. Warming temperatures and sunshine draw out a plethora of seasonal flavors and foods, from popsicles to corn on the cob to grilled...

As finals week approaches and workload ramps up, end-of-year stress is undeniable. Here are five ways to reduce stress, increase motivation and persevere through the last stretch of the school year.

Top 5 tips to manage finals week

Grace Hamilton, Lead Culture Editor June 4, 2021

It is that time of the year again when a good night of sleep becomes rare, stress runs high and motivation levels plummet. In this culmination of the school year, students become inundated with final essays,...

London offers countless tourist attractions that provide the quintessential city experience as a resident. Lead Culture Editor Grace Hamilton shares five tourist attractions to capitalize on all the city has to offer.

Top 5 tourist attractions to visit as a London resident

Grace Hamilton, Lead Culture Editor May 28, 2021

From the London Eye to Buckingham Palace to Big Ben, London offers countless tourist attractions that tend to attract a litany of visitors. Even as a resident, there are numerous sites that are well worth...

London is home to a copious selection of lunch restaurants, from classic pubs to casual cafés to fine diners. Whether it be popular classics or more novel game-changers, Lead Culture Editor Grace Hamilton shares must-visit restaurants that provide the quintessential dining experience.

Top 5 lunch restaurants

Grace Hamilton, Lead Culture Editor May 21, 2021

London is home to a copious selection of lunch restaurants, whether it be classic pubs, casual cafés or fine diners. Sitting down at a restaurant for lunch is the perfect way to spend time with friends...

Netflix, the popular streaming platform, offers a variety of programs from a variety of genres. Whether it be documentaries, comedies or action-adventure, Lead Culture Editor Grace Hamilton shares lesser-known Netflix programs.

Top 5 Netflix must-sees

Grace Hamilton, Lead Culture Editor May 14, 2021

Netflix offers myriad TV shows and films representing numerous genres. Whether it be comedies, documentaries or action-adventure films, indulging in a Netflix program every once in a while is a necessity.  While...

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