Raksha Bandhan, a Hindu holiday celebrating the bond between brother and sister, was celebrated this year on Aug. 9.
According to the Hindustan Times, Raksha Bandhan is celebrated annually during the auspicious month of “Shravana” on the Hindu calendar, and this year, the festival falls in August.

This summer, Disneyland celebrated its 70th anniversary.
The park’s celebrations included the debut of its new attraction “Walt Disney – A Magical Life” and additions to both the Main Street Cinema and “it’s a small world” ride, according to the Walt Disney Company website.

Residents in some neighborhoods of Los Angeles live in food deserts, creating systematic barriers to healthy eating.
The nonprofit organization Food Empowerment Project defines a “food desert” as a geographic area that lacks or has limited access to nutritious and affordable food, often forcing residents to rely on cheap, unhealthy fast food options.

Technology is deeply intertwined in Bruins’ lives, from everyday social media usage to future career plans.
The technology industry contributed $2 trillion to the American economy in 2024, 9% of the nation’s economic output, according to the James Madison Institute.

The fashion choices Bruins make on graduation can reflect aspects of their identity and college experience.
According to the UCLA Store, all graduating students are required to wear a cap and gown, with additional items like a hood or tassels depending on their degree level.

Finals week often brings sleepless nights and exhaustion for many college students, as some may sacrifice sleep in favor of late-night studying – a habit that can come with significant health consequences.

This post was updated Feb. 13 at 10:04 p.m.
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