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“...Halloween is the one night a year when girls can dress like a total slut and no other girls can say anything about it,” said Cady Heron in “Mean Girls.” (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
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OPINION: Halloween is a true divas fashion week.

By AJ Mun | Oct. 29

Let’s make one thing clear: Halloween is cool. No matter what anyone says about it, we cannot deny that anyone who likes fun and joy loves Halloween. If we use our critical thinking skills, Halloween season gives us an excuse to eat all the candy we want, bring China Anne McClain’s music back from retirement and dress up as anything we want to be, all the while making an array of bad decisions and blaming it on “Halloweekend.”

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Conan Gray deserves more roses than he currently gets as a songwriting powerhouse. (Photo courtesy of Apple Music)
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OPINION: Conan Gray should have more acclaim

By AJ Mun | Sep. 18

In light of the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards, it is all too common to see another pop star rise from the ashes of their TikTok trend takeoff. It seems as if everywhere you look, someone has finally gotten their “big break” and is now opening for Taylor Swift or performing after Sabrina Carpenter. While female pop stars come and go with relevance, male pop stars seem to be an all too rare occurrence, and Conan Gray has seemed to slip under the mainstream radar.

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Diversity and inclusion is more important now than ever, yet Disney was more inclusive in the 90s than in 2025. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
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OPINION: Disney was more inclusive when it wasn't trying to be

By AJ Mun | Apr. 23

With the recent release of the live action adaptation of “Snow White” starring Rachel Zegler, Disney has once again faced backlash over its decision-making skills. Now, don't get me wrong; Zegler deserves her flowers, as she is one of the brightest rising stars I see in the constellation of new-gen actors.  That being said, this movie was definitely doomed from the minute it reached the storyboard stage.

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Pop artists have been making art for decades, but the lack of truthfulness is apparent in modern day music. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
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OPINION: Substance should be more common in pop stardom

By AJ Mun | Apr. 14

The pop genre has dominated the music industry for many years now, but a soulful and vulnerable pop-star is a diamond that has become all too rare in 2025. With the ongoing stream of interviews and live performances, it's hard to tell whether a star is creating from a place of artistic substance or simply putting on a facade for views and attention.

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Drag queens who compete on “RuPaul’s Drag Race” know what to expect when entering the Werk Room, so they should prepare for it. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
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OPINION: Drag queens should be more prepared for ‘RuPaul's Drag Race’

By AJ Mun | Apr. 4

For 17 seasons, “RuPaul’s Drag Race” has been paving the way for LGBTQ+ representation on television. By advocating for trans rights and raising money for charity, “Drag Race” allows the unseen to be showcased. RuPaul has created a show that blends competition, charisma, uniqueness, nerve and talent to give queens the chance to become America's next drag superstar.  Unfortunately, some queens have what it takes, while others do not.

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Nail art has been a part of pop culture for years and is one of the best ways to tell the world exactly who you are and what you love. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
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OPINION: Nails are one of the best ways to express yourself

By AJ Mun | Mar. 14

From French tips to XXL stiletto tips, nails have been a prominent symbol of beauty since ancient dynasties. The first known examples of nail polish date back to 3,000 BC in ancient China. However, in modern times, there is no limit to what you can do with your nails, and I believe that they are one of the best ways to express yourself. What I think one must remember when considering nail art is the type of feelings colors evoke in others when they see it. Red implies confidence, seduction and power. On the other hand, yellow can suggest happiness, youth and joy. 

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As Ariana Grande progresses in her career, so do her shoe choices — transitioning thigh-high stilettos during her pop stardom to Jimmy Choo heels that encapsulate her Hollywood glamour. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
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OPINION: Ariana Grande’s shoes brought her home, in more ways than one

By AJ Mun | Mar. 6

One woman who has truly proven to be that witch is Ariana Grande. From dominating the pop industry to now soaring over Munchkinland in a bubble, she has shown that her career is a force to be reckoned with. We all remember the height of her pop era — marked by thigh-high boots and ultra-high stilettos — but lately, our pop diva-turned-good-witch has been spotted in nothing but the classiest pairs of Jimmy Choos.

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