Disclaimer: The following article discusses the documentary’s contents that gives away spoilers and illustrations seen in the documentary. The article also discusses recent transgender issues revolving around J.K Rowling. Please refrain from reading if sensitivity is an issue or if you have not watched the documentary.
Have you ever felt shame for who you are?
It’s a normal feeling for a lot of people, especially those who are in their teens. You just get so caught up with how everyone’s perceiving you, that you start to feel self-conscious. The irrational fear that a random person near you is silently judging your clothes, your voice, or anything you express into the world. I think most people can relate to that, myself included.
Jewellery. So simple and subtle, and yet, it makes a world of difference when it comes to taking an otherwise mundane outfit to a whole new level.
In the jewellery edition of our ONzz Malaysian Urban Brands Online series, Sunway Echo Media is proud to be spotlighting six lovely homegrown jewellery brands that deserve some love, just in time for Chinese New Year too!
NFTs.
If you have ever seen this-
Then you probably know what we are talking about.
Recently I, (Saoussan) have been incredibly drawn towards NFTs, crypto bros and the drama that surrounds it all — but what exactly are NFTs?
With January arriving, many of us come up with New Year’s resolutions that we are determined to stick to for the rest of the year. Although these resolutions are often abandoned a month or two later, abiding by these resolutions can actually do us a lot of good. Looking for some inspiration to set your own resolutions? Read on to find out the New Year’s resolutions of your beloved Sunwayians – famous TikTokers, a national rhythmic gymnast, Sunway University club presidents and more!
Disclaimer: All opinions and views shared in this article are those of the interview respondents and do not necessarily represent the opinions and views of Sunway Echo Media and Sunway University.
It’s been a minute since borders reopened and life rekindled, but living through the pandemic has changed us. 2022 holds promise and all most of us are hoping for is that it doesn’t turn into “2020 too”. Yet, it can be hard to shake our pandemic habits and readjust to a more normal life. In fact, it is common for some to have concerns or feel anxious about socialising and being out in public. You might feel intimidated, afraid, or insecure — these emotions are valid. COVID-19 is still at large, and regaining some form of normalcy should never come at the expense of health and safety. Fret not, here are some helpful tips to readjust to life after the pandemic.
Pepper spray. Penknife. Wedged keys between white knuckles. Eyes trained low and hurried steps. These are a list of basic things the average woman has memorized close to muscle memory. These are the things women are trained to understand and adopt as a means to survive in a world where violence and assault are about as common as tripping on your own two feet out of crowded spaces. However, it seems that these perpetrators of violence against women extend beyond just creepy strangers on the street. Sometimes danger lurks nearer than one might believe. Or worse, it might just be the least suspected or most trusted ones that end up washing their guilt-stained hands with bleach. Such is the tragic case of the killing of Gabby Petito.
In a world of ever increasing digitisation, it is safe to say that a new era of cultural transmission has dawned upon us, with this era mostly being known for the continual expansion of memes as an Internet commodity. The 21st century’s version of the ‘Cultural Revolution’ has taken the Internet by storm, and people across the globe of all ages have found themselves subconsciously (or consciously?) infected by this cultural insurgency.
There is nothing better than a new video to start the new year. To kick off the year, we’re featuring a heartwarming YouTube video from a social experiment. With our team presenting heartfelt notes to random strangers, or rather, Sunway students, to encourage and appreciate them for what they are currently accomplishing in life. We will see their reactions and thoughts after getting the notes in this video.
