by Beatrice Cuizon | Aug 30, 2020 | Scoop, Scoop Life, Work Life
In 2006, the movie “The Devil Wears Prada” was released. The story follows the protagonist Andy (portrayed by Anne Hathaway), an aspiring journalist who stumbles into the high-demand world of high fashion. Her employer, Miranda Priestly (portrayed by Meryl Streep) is...
by Beatrice Cuizon | Aug 22, 2020 | Features, Scoop, Scoop Life
In the past five years, I’ve only watched two teen melodramas: Skins UK (which aired from 2007 to 2013) and Euphoria (which aired its first season in 2019). Look up either of those shows or the teen drama genre as a whole, and you’ll find opinion articles that echo...
by Beatrice Cuizon | Aug 16, 2020 | Features, Scoop Life
If you’re anything like me, you may have also been spending this quarantine trying to be productive. It could be in the form of getting an internship, going to class, or learning a new hobby. Regardless, we can all agree that setting the mood is a good step towards...
by Beatrice Cuizon | Aug 13, 2020 | Features, Scoop, Scoop Life, Work Life
Working–whether or not from home–can get seriously hectic. There are so many distractions packed into your laptop, deadlines tend to pile up until they’re forgotten, sometimes even your own environment is just too much to handle. Luckily, the Chrome Web...
by Beatrice Cuizon | Aug 10, 2020 | Scoop Life
Metro Manila is now under a Modified Enhanced Community Quarantine, which means that we’re more likely to say goodbye to on-ground work and hello to working from home. With classes, meetings, and everything in between, many of those require that we show our faces for...
by Beatrice Cuizon | Aug 6, 2020 | Features, Scoop, Scoop Bite
This August 2020 marks the week-long Kadayawan Festival that Dabawenyos hold dear to their hearts. While the normal festivities are put on pause due to the pandemic, many local businesses are giving off great deals to make it easier for people to appreciate the food,...
by Beatrice Cuizon | Aug 1, 2020 | Scoop
Last Father’s Day, I came across this article from The Guardian. It was written by a mother who, like my own, is a single one. A good part of the essay was dedicated to narrating her journey from conception to birth, yet the most striking part for me was found at the...
by Beatrice Cuizon | Jul 30, 2020 | Scoop
TRIGGER WARNING: The article contains mentions of violence, harassment, and abuse that may be triggering to some readers. If you’re active on Instagram you may have noticed that your female friends, relatives, and coworkers may be posting a black and white photo of...
by Beatrice Cuizon | Jul 28, 2020 | Features, Scoop, Scoop Life, Work Life
This quarantine has been going on for nearly four months, and the end of it isn’t in sight. Businesses and establishments have closed down, leaving many jobless and aimless at home. In response to this, there has been a sudden rise in the number of online businesses....
by Beatrice Cuizon | Jul 25, 2020 | Features, Scoop, Scoop Life
Ever wondered what The Killers’ 2003 hit Mr. Brightside would sound like if you’re in the bathroom in the middle of a party? Maybe you’ve wondered what Joji’s Dancing in the Dark would sound like if you’re underwater? The answer could be yes or no, but either way,...
