By Emma Yang, Contributing Writer Meta, founded by Mark Zuckerberg, is the parent company of many prominent social media apps, including Instagram and Facebook. However, its widespread influence increases the risk of spreading misinformation. The company originally employed fact-checkers to combat inaccuracies and regulate content but has recently replaced them with Community Notes, a system …
Winsor Students’ Perspectives on the TikTok Ban
By Anya Weerapana, Banner Staff Just minutes after 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 19, the popular short-form video-sharing app TikTok began shutting down for users in the United States after government officials deemed the platform a threat to national security. Because TikTok is a beloved form of social media amongst Winsor students, its …
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The Ultimate Guide to Overcoming Winter Blues
By Eunha Basu, Contributing Writer As the winter season drags on, the shorter daylight hours and colder weather can often leave us feeling unmotivated and burned out. A common struggle during this time of year, winter blues can affect our mood and energy levels. However, there are several effective ways to stay …
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From Say Anything to The Proposal: Rom-Com Recs
By Anita Rodriguez, Contributing Writer Studies show that about 70% of people enjoy watching romantic comedies, or rom-coms, on or around Valentine’s Day. Personally, I watch rom-coms indiscriminately throughout the year and am a self-proclaimed expert on the genre. I believe that nothing can truly top sitting down with a group …
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NASA’s Artemis II: Launching into the Future
By Aya Goldwasser, Contributing Writer In the field of astronomy, the search for more information about the universe continues. One of these research endeavors is NASA’s new Artemis II. According to NASA’s official website, Artemis II will launch in April 2026 at the earliest and send four astronauts around the moon in a newly built …
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