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Dear Diary: July 1, 2016
Summer ennui and gun violence. Amil Barlow, Britney Franco, ThahabuDear Diary: July 5, 2016
"This is not the idyllic summer of my early high school dreams." Jao San Pedro, Lilly Bralts-Kelly, Simone RembertDear Diary: July 6, 2016
Learning to DJ, Pride parades, and water parks. Isabella Acosta, Ananda Gervais, SteffanyDear Diary: July 7, 2016
Sources of comfort include: memories, new friends, tarot, Game of Thrones, and Lin-Manuel Miranda's tweets. Lucia S., Keianna Johnson, Kiana FloresDear Diary: July 8, 2016
"I can do it. I can move forward." Amil Barlow, Cammy, Britney FrancoDear Diary: July 11, 2016
Seeking what makes the mundane bearable. Jao San Pedro, Fatma, AlysonDear Diary: July 12, 2016
Summer boredom and empty piggy banks. Ella Carlander, Lilly Bralts-Kelly, Simone RembertDear Diary: July 13, 2016
"We have nothing to lose but our chains.” Lucia S., Thahabu, FatmaDear Diary: July 14, 2016
At the end of innocence. Jao San Pedro, Britney Franco, Keianna JohnsonDear Diary: July 15, 2016
Banned from a parent's house, and fighting for refuge in Europe. Lola N., Marah, CammyDear Diary: July 18, 2016
Gratitude for long-distance friendship, a new girlfriend, and the work of Carrie Mae Weems. Amil Barlow, Ananda Gervais, SteffanyDear Diary: July 19, 2016
It's time to recharge. Isabella Acosta, Thahabu, Lilly Bralts-KellyDear Diary: July 20, 2016
Tooth-related dreams and injuries, and practicing optimism. Jao San Pedro, Keianna Johnson, CammyDear Diary: July 21, 2016
Returns to prayer, optimism, and free time. Lucia S., Fatma, Kiana FloresDear Diary: July 22, 2016
When friends won't accept who you're becoming. Lola N., Steffany, AlysonDear Diary: July 25, 2016
Hyper-aware of violence all around. Isabella Acosta, Britney Franco, Simone RembertDear Diary: July 26, 2016
What is so hard about texting back? Lola N., Lilly Bralts-Kelly, CammyDear Diary: July 27, 2016
Cultural assimilation, astrology, and the romanticization of depression. Lucia S., Thahabu, MarahDear Diary: July 28, 2016
"I might be a nobody to everyone else, but I know that I’m just me." Amil Barlow, Fatma, Kiana FloresDear Diary: July 29, 2016
Coming to terms with the end of a really good gig. Lola N., Steffany, Keianna Johnson
Daily Links: Sledgehammer Edition
Rihanna's futuristic new video, Brexit updates, and more. Micha Frazer-CarrollEditor's Letter
July 2016: Soulmates Tavi Gevinson, Hilton AlsUpasna Asks: Why Do I Care So Much?
I kinda need your help on this one. Upasna BarathDaily Links: Rest in Peace, Elie Wiesel Edition
Honoring the Nobel laureate. Plus: Empathy for Atatürk, a new Blood Orange video, & more. Jinnie LeeDaily Links: Gen Y Edition
The "myth of millennial entitlement," the technology behind Snapchat filters, and more. Gaby GloriaDaily Links: Cover Girls Edition
Gymnasts Gabby Douglas and Simone Biles are in the spotlight. Lola N.Daily Links: Protect Black Lives Edition
This week, there have been at least two police-related killings of black men in the U.S. Emily WoodLife Skill: How to Be Sober at a Party
Tips for not drinking when everyone is drinking. Krista BurtonHow to Dump a Dream
When you realize the Big Goal you've been working toward isn't what you want. Michelle OfiweDaily Links: Hungry Eyes Edition
A new street art series critiques consumption. Plus: Questions Muslims are tired of hearing, & more. Micha Frazer-CarrollScreen Time
A podcast, video, and documentary that make us hopeful. Madeline Keyes-Levine, Diamond SharpDaily Links: Queen Serena Edition
The tennis legend wins again! Plus: #CarefreeBlackKids2k16, Pokémon Go, & more. Jinnie LeeBad Girl Painter: Frances Cannon
An interview with the artist and self-love warrior. Minna GilliganDaily Links: Resist Edition
Stories behind the powerful photo from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Gaby GloriaDaily Links: The Meaning of Queer Edition
The history of a charged word, the new Ghostbusters movie, and more. Emily WoodDaily Links: Happy Birthday, Malala Edition
The activist celebrates her 19th birthday. Plus: Beyoncé and other stars speak out against police brutality. Lola N., Diamond SharpTips for Forgiving
Ways to accept an apology—if and when you're ready. Patrick FerrisDaily Links: The State We're In Edition
Politics in the U.K., race in the U.S., and tragedy in France. Micha Frazer-Carroll, Diamond SharpDaily Links: Black Girl Magic Edition
Meet the teens behind a massive Black Lives Matter sit-in. Plus: More news from the internet. Diamond Sharp, Jinnie LeeDaily Links: Too Much Violence Edition
How does a constant stream of scary news affect us? Gaby GloriaDaily Links: New Words Edition
The dictionary gets "woke." Plus: Cartoons and Carpool Karaoke. Lola N.Daily Links: Missy's Surprise Visit Edition
Elliott crashes Carpool Karaoke, The Bell Jar becomes a new movie, and more. Diamond SharpDaily Links: Modern Art Edition
Amandla and Mars talk about creativity and representation. Plus: Animal rights, police brutality, & more. Diamond Sharp, Micha Frazer-CarrollDaily Links: World of Wakanda Edition
Marvel launches a comic book series written by black women. Plus: Leslie Jones speaks out against Twitter bullying. Jinnie LeeLife Skill: How to Reduce Drama
Tips on making your social life calmer. Krista BurtonDaily Links: No Copies Edition
Indie designers fight back against theft of their work. Gaby GloriaDaily Links: She Will Speak Edition
A trans activist makes history. Plus: Election-inspired art, & photos from Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. Lola N.Daily Links: No Justice Edition
Remaining charges were dropped in the Freddie Gray case. Micha Frazer-Carroll, Diamond SharpDaily Links: Gilmore Girls Edition
The revival officially launches this fall! Plus: Kristen Stewart on love, and an essay on pain. Emily Wood