“The Literature of the Absurd” is a reflection on prominent authors in the Absurdist tradition — Beckett, Camus and beyond — and the ways in which their writings can intertwine with life in sometimes surprising ways. “What do we do now?” “Wait.” “Yes, but while waiting.” “What about hanging ourselves?” “Hmm. It’d give us an … [Read more…]
Gen Z and Millennials in Jabodetabek Remain Optimistic That They Can Own a Home in the Next 10 Years
Jakarta, 17 October 2025 – Soaring house prices in the city center have encouraged Gen Z and Millennials to choose rental housing such as rented housing, apartments, or boarding houses or living together. In the midst of the current property market dynamics, a survey conducted by Small bay as a housing provider living together modern … [Read more…]
New Music with Nick: ‘NEVER ENOUGH’ by Daniel Caesar
Welcome to “New Music with Nick.” In this column, I will be reviewing some of the most notable new album releases across various genres, focusing on hip-hop, R&B and pop music. Join me in exploring the ever-shifting landscape of the streaming era. Daniel Caesar: “NEVER ENOUGH” (April 7, 2023) The long-awaited return of Daniel Caesar … [Read more…]
Marijuana and melodies: Willie Nelson celebrates early birthday on the Farm
Willie Nelson closed his performance at Frost Amphitheater on Monday in classic raspy tone, singing “Happy birthday to… me!” The birthday ballad was timely: Nelson turns 90 years old this Saturday. The tune was reminiscent of Nelson’s 1984 rendition of “Happy, Happy Birthday Baby” with fellow country star Dolly Parton. Although cowboy sightings may be … [Read more…]
Casio Edifice x Honda Releases ECB-2300HR-1A, Celebrates 60 Years of Honda’s First F1 Victory
Casio collaborated with Honda by releasing a watch Building x Honda ECB-2300HR-1A. This collection was launched to celebrate 60 years of Honda’s first victory in the Formula 1 or F1 Grand Prix. This model is designed with bright color accents, red and gold, and wears white ceramic bezel which is considered Championship White, which is … [Read more…]
‘Annie in Paris’: A night in Sacre Coeur
This column is about my study abroad experiences from Paris, France. I’m trying to shed light on incredible opportunities to encourage more students to study abroad, as numbers have dipped with the pandemic. Kate, I say, breathless, ecstatic that she finally answered the phone on the fourth try in two minutes, you have nine minutes … [Read more…]
Cuisine off Campus: Limp shrimp and bold brews at Killiney Kopitiam
“Cuisine off Campus” reviews food near Stanford’s campus. We consider what matters to college students: how close is the restaurant? How expensive is the food? And, most importantly, how tasty is it? We hope to help you find your next favorite spot! A cute cafe-restaurant hybrid, with bright light shining through its windows, Killiney Kopitiam … [Read more…]
How to Rank a Locksmith Website on the First Page of Google
Picture this: someone in Barrie is locked out of their car in the middle of the night. They grab their phones and type “emergency locksmith near me” into Google. Within seconds, they select a locksmith from the first page. That one click means business for the higher-ranked locksmith—and lost opportunities for other locksmiths. In today’s … [Read more…]
‘Between the Black and White’: F major
“Between the Black and the White” explores different moods and feelings in daily life. It is organized into different keys that set the tone for each specific piece. It tries to capture the microscopic stories of life and zoom in to examine every detail. 3 a.m., a chilly winter night. She is sitting on a bench … [Read more…]
SunSet Fest: A bright opportunity for student artists
As the sun set on Wilbur Field on Thursday, Neighborhood S held its first-ever SunSet Fest — a jam-packed outdoor event with a variety of attractions including food trucks, live performances and wellness groups. The evening also featured booths for student artists, organizations and small businesses. On the west side of the field, crowds of … [Read more…]