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Articles by Polina Akulova

A woman, likely an adult, is standing outside a shop, intently looking at the window display. The shop appears to specialize in toys and novelties, as evidenced by the numerous stuffed animals and other items visible inside. The shop's branding is playful and eye-catching, with the name 'LABUBU' repeated in a vibrant, cartoonish font. The woman's attire – a long, flowing dress – contrasts with the playful nature of the shop's aesthetic.

From Nordic Folklore To Trending Accessories- The Origin and Impact of “Labubu”

November 10, 2025 0

In the ’80s, there were Cabbage Patch Kids. In the ’90s, Beanie Babies and Tamagotchis. The 2010s marked the rise of fidget spinners. It’s no surprise that every decade has …

The Growing FDA Recalls, From Pasta To Cucumbers- What’s Not Safe To Eat?

November 9, 2025 0

As of Sept. 25, 2025, 20 people from 15 states tested positive for the outbreak strain of Listeria after consuming pre-cooked pasta meals.  Five days later, on Sept. 30, Nate’s …

The History of The White House’s East Wing and Trump’s New Ballroom

November 3, 2025 0

Construction for Donald Trump’s $250 million ballroom started just last week, with construction crews tearing down the facade of the East Wing where the new space is being built. The …

Gone With A SNAP: The Loss of Our Food Assistance During Government Shutdown

November 3, 2025 0

As the federal government shutdown drags on, millions of Americans have lost access to food assistance starting last Saturday. The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), which provides grocery assistance to …

Philosophy In The Modern World With BC Professor Mark Storey & Benjamin Salkind

October 27, 2025 0

​​Philosophy is one of those majors that instantly triggers strong and often conflicting associations. Unemployed or future lawyers? Deep thinkers or pretentious to a fault? Brilliant or useless? There were …

Bridging Cultures: The Story Behind Seattle’s Sister Cities

October 27, 2025 0

Sister Cities. The term isn’t new but often leaves people with questions: what is a sister city, and what is its purpose? According to Sister Cities International, “A sister city, …

Amidst The Government Shutdown, Air Traffic Controllers Could Make An Impact

October 19, 2025 0

The federal government shutdown stretched into day 13 on Monday, Oct. 13 and shows no signs of stopping due to ongoing tensions between lawmakers. However, experts say there is a …

Diddy’s Sentence and the Ongoing Conversation about ‘Celebrity Sympathy’ in Court

October 12, 2025 0

On Oct. 3, rapper Sean “Diddy” Combs was sentenced to four years and two months in prison, followed by five years of supervised release and a fine of $500,000. The …

Carfentanil Seized in Centralia: The DEA’s Warning to You

October 12, 2025 0

On Tuesday, Sept. 16, over 50,000 M30 pills containing carfentanil were seized in Centralia, WA. Carfentanil, a synthetic opioid used as a tranquilizing agent for elephants and other large animals, …

The Closing of Local Starbucks Reserves and Seattle’s Shifting Coffee Identity

October 6, 2025 0

On Thursday, Sept. 25, Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol announced the abrupt closure of its two Seattle Reserves: the Capitol Hill Roastery and the SoDo Reserve Store. This is part of …

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