Bloom Archives
Author: Sophie Bird
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Two Weeks in Kenya: Seeing the Worldâs Inequities Up Close (PHOTO GALLERY)
In September, we spent two weeks in Kenya. Months later, weâre still unpacking the experience.
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The PipsqueakeryâA Rescue Center for Homeless Hamsters (VIDEO/PHOTO GALLERY)
Tucked away in a suburban Bloomington home is an animal rescue center unlike most others. The Pipsqueakery is one of the nationâs few hamster…
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WHERE I STAND: Bloom readers speak out about the state of our country
Bloom readers speak out about the state of our country.
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Nonprofit Provides Academic Help to International Students
When Yvonne Zhao was deciding how best to use her two Indiana University degrees, she found the answer in her classes.
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Kind Kombucha: A Brew Said to Improve Health and Mood
Kombucha has seen an increase in popularity among the health-conscious crowd. The fermented tea beverage is thought to improve digestion, mood, mental clarity, and…
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Bloom’s Greatest Hits: Chicken Adobo â A Filipino Recipe Thatâs Scrumptious and Easy
âI wasnât even supposed to be at the festival,â says Liz Pisares, about the Filipino American Networkâs 4th Adobofest in Chicago. She ended up…
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IMU Gingerbread House Workshop: Create a Candy Holiday Masterpiece
Turning the Tudor Room into something resembling Santaâs Workshop requires a lot of hard work and a little ingenuity. To do so, Indiana Memorial…
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Aliya Rife Youth Leader
Like any high-achieving high school freshman, Aliya Rife thought it would be a good idea to get some volunteer service on her resume before…
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Two-Time Heart Recipient Winner of Athletic Medals Urges Others to Battle On
At 26, Spencer resident Dylan Deem has spent more time in hospitals than most people do in a lifetime. When he was 3 years…