Entertainment
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Underrated Asian Chefs
Cooking is such a big part of Asian culture, and we owe it to our community to honor these amazing, flavorful dishes that have become such an integral part of our identity. In this article, I’ll be introducing a few underrated, or not-as-well-known, Asian chefs on YouTube that you should look into so you can learn about new dishes or the art of cooking from different perspectives. Check them out!
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Underrated Anime: Fall 2023
In a particular imperial court, it has been several months since Maomao, a 17-year-old girl, was abducted and compelled to serve as a low-level servant in the emperor's palace. Nevertheless, she tenaciously clings to her inquisitive and practical nature, intending to fulfill her servitude period. One day, however, she learns that the emperor's twin infants are severely unwell. Drawing on her upbringing as a pharmacist in the impoverished red-light district, she covertly decides to intervene.
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Anime Food I Would Eat
If you watch a lot of anime, you know that there are a lot of really yummy depictions of food sometimes. So much so that it makes me wanna cook my own versions of the food! Here are some anime foods I would like to eat because of how delicious they look!
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My Anime Tier List
Whether you’re in need of some anime recommendations or want an opinion on some, I’m going to be creating a tier list of some of the mainstream anime series: Jujutsu Kaisen (JJK), Hunter x Hunter, and Haikyuu. Some of you may disagree with my tier list but at least hear out my reasoning.
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Kdrama Recommendations
Looking for captivating South Korean series?
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The Best Show about Pranks
Out of the many tv shows that my sister could put me on, a show that took me by surprise was a show about these 4 guys who pull pranks on each other and in public. Impractical Jokers is by far one of the funniest shows I’ve ever seen. It’s about these 4 guys (Sal, Q, Murr, and Joe) who challenge each other to do dares in public, and the person to lose the most challenges has to do a final “punishment” at the end.
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My NYC Spring Break Trip Recap
Originally I was supposed to go to Cancun with 30+ brothers in my fraternity, but sadly I wasn’t able to afford the trip from my semester expenses. In pursuit of doing something fun for the break, me and my best friend/roommate Khiem booked bus tickets, airbnb and hotel for the weekend in NYC. Luckily, one of my best friends from high school goes to NYU, so we were able to make plans easily with him and his friend group. On Friday, our first night in NYC, we started the evening at a sports bar having burgers and watching NBA and tennis games. After, we went on a liquor run to…
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Depictions of Karma in Anime
When it comes to a topic like karma, it is interesting to see how it gets depicted in the media and how we as an audience observe it. For me, there were a few animes that came to mind and a couple characters that dealt with the consequences of their actions, or in this case, dealt with the bad karma that came their way.
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Why Karma From League of Legends Has A Perfect Name
Karma, from Hinduism and Buddhism, refers to the cycle of cause and effect or more commonly, “you reap what you sow”. In the popular game League of Legends, Karma is portrayed as a powerful mage champion who uses both magic and spiritual energy to attack and defend her allies and enemies. Her abilities are closely tied to the concept of karma, as her actions can either heal or harm others, depending on the situation. The developers at Riot Games likely chose the name Karma for this champion to reflect her abilities and thematic elements, as well as to draw on the cultural significance of the concept of karma.
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What’s Your Dating Personality? Tiktok Viral Smile Dating Test
In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, I thought it would be fitting to promote the viral “Smile Dating Test.” Over winter break, I would see so many influencers and Tiktoks post their results to this test, oftentimes paired with the results of their significant other. This viral Korean dating test analyzes your answers to 12 various two option questions and determines how you are in romantic relationships, referred to as your “dating personality.” The questions range from preferences of staying in versus going out to how you react to life updates from your best friend.
