Michelle Young
Latte recipes to soothe your soul
June 14, 2020By: Michelle Young, Staff Writer During these past few months as I’ve been isolating away from the world, I’ve been craving more sweet specialty drinks — but going out to buy one wasn’t an option. So I took it upon myself to start experimenting. While studying at home, there’s something comforting about having a nice latte on your desk, so here are my personal findings on how to make one. Chai Latte Chai, a blend of black tea, is distinguished by its strong flavour: it features many spices like cinnamon and ginger. As my go-to order at various Caffès, this…
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National security law for Hong Kong approved by China
June 10, 2020Written by: Michelle Young, Staff Writer China has approved a new bill to criminalize secession, subversion, terrorism, and foreign interference in Hong Kong. The law has yet to be drafted, as the process is expected to take a few months.…
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MUJI’s virtual bullet journal workshop demonstrates that journalling doesn’t need to be perfect
June 10, 2020By: Michelle Young, Staff Writer Amongst all the COVID-19 isolation, various companies have shifted their in-person services to make them accessible to customers from home. MUJI, a department store known for their stationary, hosted a bullet journal workshop via Zoom…
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Monday Music: Asian excellence to enjoy year-round
June 1, 2020By: Michelle Young, Staff Writer During isolation, many of us have been on the hunt for new tracks to add to our playlists. So why not check out the many talented Asian-American and Asian-Canadian artists who are making their mark…
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Remote learning is not an open invitation to cheat
May 29, 2020By: Michelle Young, Staff Writer As of March, in-person classes have been adapted into online courses. This has brought numerous changes to students’ learning experiences, such as asynchronous lectures and remote finals. The switch has also exposed a potential abuse of…
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Anti-lockdown protests ignore social responsibility for egotistical “freedom”
May 25, 2020By: Michelle Young, Staff Writer The COVID-19 pandemic has transformed many bustling routines into dull days. People have been advised to stay home, avoid non-essential travel to “flatten the curve,” and ensure COVID-19 doesn’t overwhelm the healthcare system. While a small…
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CONFESSIONALS: Yoga taught me to let go and steal my neighbour’s mail!
May 24, 2020By: Michelle Young, Staff Writer Cat pose, Sphinx pose, Ragdoll . . . I inhale and exhale, and I feel all my negative energy leave me. Exiting through my palms, slipping through my fingers — just like my career has. I…
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SFU professor leads research project on global coordination in response to COVID-19 pandemic
May 18, 2020Written by: Michelle Young, Staff Writer SFU health sciences professor Dr. Kelley Lee and her team are looking at the measures taken by countries in response to COVID-19. Dr. Lee’s team, which is based in Vancouver, Hong Kong, Sydney, and…
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Long Story Short: Drinking water doesn’t hydrate your skin
May 17, 2020By: Michelle Young, Staff Writer I start and end my days with my skincare routine. It’s the part of the day where I can indulge in some time to take care of myself. Gently cleansing and moisturizing my face seems…
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Stargirl tells an empowering story of non-conformity, but falls short on character development
May 10, 2020By: Michelle Young, Staff Writer If there’s one thing being stuck in isolation is giving us, it’s the chance to get through all the movies we’ve been meaning to watch. Stargirl, a Disney coming-of-age film released in March 2020, was…
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