It has been in the news as of late that Elon Musk, self-proclaimed “free speech abolitionist” and the richest man on the planet, will be purchasing social media platform Twitter (Perrigo). Musk’s decision to pursue ownership of Twitter is a reflection of the growing conservative dissent with how social media platforms choose to moderate and regulate speech on their platforms. … [Read more...] about Tweeting and Deleting: Twitter’s Difficulty with Moderating Misinformation
Archives for March 2025
The Unspoken Aspect of Sustainability: The Media Impact on the Public Misconception of Sustainability
As one of the most reputable universities in Los Angeles, the University of Southern California is known for its beautiful campus, strong academic and athletics programs. It is not surprising that the university will be hosting several sporting events during the Los Angeles Olympics of 2028. After Carol Folt rose as the new president of USC, she was transparent about … [Read more...] about The Unspoken Aspect of Sustainability: The Media Impact on the Public Misconception of Sustainability
Hydrodynamic Stability: Absolute and Convective Instability
Welcome back. In our hydrodynamic stability series so far, we have explored methods for determining whether a flow is linearly stable or unstable. Today, we will augment these discussions by investigating two different types of instability: absolute and convective. If a flow is absolutely unstable, then a small perturbation at a particular location will grow both upstream and … [Read more...] about Hydrodynamic Stability: Absolute and Convective Instability
DEI in Decline: The Changing Landscape of the Beauty Industry
2025 has become a year of massive changes both big and small. However, one change seems to stand out among the rest. One that is challenging all the progress that has been made to get to where we are today: diversity, equity, and inclusion. DEI has been around dating back to the Civil Rights Act of 1964 which outlawed employment discrimination and banned segregation. As time … [Read more...] about DEI in Decline: The Changing Landscape of the Beauty Industry
Yeezy, Control, and Controversy: The Polarizing Fashion Vision of Kanye West
Kanye West, now legally known as Ye, has pushed boundaries within the fashion industry. His Yeezy brand, a collaboration with Adidas, has been a major success, characterized by minimalist aesthetics, futuristic silhouettes, and a neutral color palette. This distinct approach has made Yeezy one of the most sought-after labels, with limited edition sneaker releases selling out … [Read more...] about Yeezy, Control, and Controversy: The Polarizing Fashion Vision of Kanye West