FEM Newsmagazine

Heteronormative society ingrains the prejudice or dislike of people who are ‘different.’ Due to gender roles within heteronormativity, it is ‘natural’ to assume that if someone does not fit in one category, they must be…

Within the world of social media, the scrutiny we place on individuals' choices alienates people who aren’t able to be vegan, zero-waste, or adopt other inaccessible lifestyle changes. The people who are able to participate…

Himpathy is a term for the cultural backlash that sympathizes with powerful men accused of sexual assault.

By relegating the East to a submissive, homogenous caricature of otherness, Orientalism has served as a device for the West to preserve its role at the top of the global hierarchy, engendering imperialism and violent…

Although "The Circle" fails to wholly reflect what I think some historians or sociologists ought to record about social media’s interpersonal dynamics, the show, whether…

In order for Hollywood and the fashion industry to participate in award shows ethically, fatphobia, white supremacy, and other beauty standards must be terminated.

“Knives Out” is the 21st century’s “Clue”, but not so much a “whodunnit” as an exposition of weaponizing whiteness for personal gain.

Does highlighting abuse by engaging with its perpetrator really give his victims the justice and vindication that they deserve?

The fact that this musical is still regarded as this timeless romantic love story is a problem.

Quite apparent from all promotional materials, “Charlie’s Angels” serves as a performance of feminist principles while lacking any and all depth.

Protesting US interference in the region, protesters chanted “America, leave, leave!” and stormed through the entrance of the embassy, where they set fire. Just days…

For over a month, the streets of Lebanon have beheld the power of insurgence, driven by its people for the betterment of the nation.

By continuing to side with corporate interests after egregious environmental violations like the recent oil leak, the government and its supporting institutions bear full responsibility…

Tom Gilmore and Gilmore China Group’s actions are nothing short of class warfare. While long-time Chinatown residents fought rent increases and eviction, Gilmore enables art-washing,…

“While a change of venue for this debate is no doubt inconvenient, it pales in comparison to the effect that the University’s lawless outsourcing practices…

No one should be surprised by the protests that have rocked Chile in recent weeks, shattering its image as an oasis of relative stability in…

Avoidance.

Parchman’s history of racialized violence, current deteriorated condition of the facility, and the recent deaths are all more than enough reason for MDOC to adjust…

Queer people are still largely ostracised and punished by a culture whose roots are deeply embedded in hatred, fear, and misunderstanding of their identities.

In 2020 alone, at least 25 anti-trans bills have been proposed by mostly Republican lawmakers. While trans communities are the main target of these bills,…

Design by Nicole Nobre What do you think of when you hear the word ‘diet’? While the term might have once evoked images of young…

As a feminist and ex-tomboy, I often think about how my expression of gender has evolved over the course of my life. I’m still unsure…

I thought, “What the hell, I’ll keep them,” and made those eight or nine cigarettes last me another couple months.

They know we’re desperate to be out of the prison, and they know we’re going to give it our all so they use that energy…

Summer naps are when you can rest in the earth’s womb

As a Sikh, I’m not allowed to cut or touch any hair on my body...

Scattered clothes fly back onto two separate humans.

You arrive pre-buzzed from the dirt-cheap tequila in your fanny pack, you spritzed some salt-spray in your mullet, and you brought your most committed drinking…