The East Coast’s largest anime convention had everything an anime fan could want, including some interesting conversations about representation of women in anime.

Buenos Aires’ dark streets glistened with youth and possibility, and most of our nights revolved around an easy camaraderie between travelers.

Ever wanted to make a blanket? There are centuries of grandmas and just generally grand people who have been making quilts and will happily lend their shoulders for us to stand on.

The Supreme Court struck down a key component of the Voting Rights Act, specifically the portion which requires states to get federal permission before they can make changes to their voting laws. This is a huge deal for voters’ rights.

A man decided it was time for a “women’s publication that puts world news and politics alongside beauty tips.” He got $6.5 million to make it happen. When the women who work in women’s media found out, everyone’s head exploded.

Welcome back to the wonderful world of Glee, where boys tongue-kiss each other at school!

Uncategorisable voices “furnished her musical imagination and gave her hope” as Tica grew up and developed as a songwriter.

“Nothing like clean pores to motivate the capture and slaughter of a chicken.”

On what Obama said (and didn’t say) this morning when he surprised everybody with a speech expanding on his thoughts about the Trayvon Martin ruling.

“Do u think part of the reason gay rights has moved forward while women’s rights backwards is b/c gay rights includes men’s rights?”

A recent ruling could finally pave the way for a more thorough redefinition of marriage and family in Germany and it’s on everyone’s favorite topic: taxation.

Once upon a time, gay subtext was a revolutionary act in media. But is it still all that progressive?

Emily “Brushes” Roth is the ‘Em’ in Em & Them, a funky Chicago four-piece that’s about to become your new favorite thing.

Sofia Coppola’s new film, Sarah Croce’s new web series, gay video alert, and a funny viral video about how animals eat their food.

French President François Hollande spoke to a congregation of mayors on Tuesday, leaving many incensed. Instead of blaming others for their misinterpretation, Hollande acts like a human being and owns up to his mistake.

“I want to do it because I want to do it. Women must try to do things as men have tried.”

Canadian free range organic folk pop by a part-time fire lookout with a cabin studio in the forest.

Jillian made me want to run away to a farm. Specifically her farm, in Kansas. I think you might feel the same way once you’ve read this interview.

Orlando is known mainly for Disney World but there are a lot of exciting happenings outside of the Magic Kingdom.

Likes: long bus rides, quiet nights spent reading, home-cooked dinners. Dislikes: unfortunately, the same old suspects.