When did Man’s Best Friend become a FurBaby?

After noticing the growing number of boutique pet stores popping up around Brisbane, I have wondered why pet owners are purchasing luxury products for their beloved companions. The luxury designer brand Gucci has released a pet range into their…

The Jimmy Fallon Effect

Jimmy Fallon reigns as King of the current television talk show landscape. Following his successful career beginnings on Saturday Night Live and The Late Show with Jimmy Fallon, Fallon assumed the role of The Tonight Show host in February 2014.

Where in the world is “Weird Al” now?

“Weird Al” Yankovic. We all know him and most of us love him. He’s been a pop culture icon since the early 1980’s, and his work has influenced the musical landscape of today without a doubt. So where is “Weird Al” now (no, he isn’t dead), and what do parodies mean…

The Seven Social media Sins… and how to not get blocked on Facebook

Do you want to be a socially accepted as a digital member of society? Are you starting to get less likes on your status and don’t know why?

Studying Abroad in Brisbane, Australia

“The World is a book, and those who do not travel read only a page.” by Saint Augustine is my favorite quote. Traveling the world to broaden world views and perspectives is the main reason why I chose to leave my home town- Hong Kong and studying in an…

Australian Film industry in hibernation

What was the last Australian film you watched at the cinemas? Can’t remember? Don’t feel guilty cause this is a question many Australians would struggle to answer. This topic actually came to mind when someone asked me this exact question and I felt ashamed…

The WHOLE Sugar Story

LOW FAT, 99% FAT FREE, ONLY 2% FAT, LESS THAN 10% FAT, REDUCED FAT….the reduction of fat from our diets is glorified by all types of food products possible. These labels are positioned and designed to stand out on foods as it increases their attractiveness and health status to everyday…

Nothing to see here…

You know when your Facebook friend spells their last name ‘5mith’ or suddenly starts appearing on your feed as Barlie Chrown. Well don’t worry, they haven’t had a stroke.

Chances are they’re just trying to subtly and victimlessly deceive any potential or current…

Rosie Review: A Review

While it might come as a shock, I was one of few who did not religiously tune in to Channel 10 to watch the 2014 season of The Bachelor, featuring the honorable Blake Garvey.

At this point, I am going to get off my high horse and openly admit that despite having…

Crime is so hot right now

You do not need to look far to find a story covering the latest killing or terrorist attacks happening around the world. It is sprawled across the front pages of our magazines and newspapers, with nightly news reports detailing the horrendous acts of violence, and it is even…

Political Correctness: Let’s get back to common courtesy

As someone who despises any form of confrontation, I have at times been called diplomatic. A fence sitter? Absolutely. Switzerland? Once or twice. Politically correct? Funny you should mention it. There have been many occasions as a…

That beautiful grey area between news and entertainment

Growing up I never understood why adults took pleasure in watching the news when they could be watching more entertaining programs… like The Simpsons. I had an understanding that one day, at a specific point in time I would become an…