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Aya Pfeufer
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Journalism student at Northeastern University | Reporting from politics to pop culture — analysis & behind‑the‑scenes content.
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Zohran Mamdani was elected as the first Muslim mayor of New York City. A powerful moment for representation, as he brings a youthful voice to city leadership and a focus on public transit, affordability, and working‑class priorities. www.cnn.com/2025/11/04/p...
Zohran Mamdani wins New York City mayoral election | CNN Politics
Zohran Mamdani, the 34-year-old democratic socialist whose focus on working-class issues and personal magnetism attracted a diverse coalition of supporters to propel a once-underdog campaign, has won ...
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November 7, 2025 at 4:36 AM
Sometimes I procrastinate, and I’ve learned that’s not always a bad thing. It gives my mind the space it needs to connect ideas in the background. I wrote about turning procrastination into a tool for deeper thinking here: medium.com/@ayapfeufer_...
The Productive Procrastination Paradox: How to Get More Done by Doing Less
We live in a culture that worships the act of hustling. The prevailing wisdom is clear: to achieve more, you must do more. We fill every…
medium.com
October 31, 2025 at 6:31 PM
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Through @caloes.bsky.social, I'm deploying highly trained @lacofd.bsky.social Urban Search and Rescue teams to Jamaica to help reach victims of Hurricane Melissa.

California stands ready to help when disaster strikes — at home or abroad.
October 30, 2025 at 11:47 PM
I have been following Hurricane Melissa closely as it approaches Bermuda, leaving a tragic toll of at least 34 lives lost in the Caribbean. My thoughts are with those affected. Read more down below:
www.independent.co.uk/news/world/a...
Hurricane Melissa live updates: At least 34 dead as storm barrels toward Bermuda
Hurricane Melissa is now passing over the Bahamas and is expected to hit Bermuda Thursday evening
www.independent.co.uk
October 30, 2025 at 4:59 PM
Just read the CNN update: Hurricane Melissa slammed into Jamaica as one of the strongest Atlantic storms on record, causing deaths and power outages — now barreling toward eastern Cuba with extreme winds and flooding. www.cnn.com/weather/live...
Hurricane Melissa plows across Jamaica, its eye now moving toward Cuba: Live updates | CNN
Melissa is now centered off the northern coast of Jamaica after barreling ashore as one of the strongest Atlantic hurricanes in history. Follow for live updates.
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October 29, 2025 at 2:53 AM
"My Oxford Year" Review: More Than a Love Story, It’s a Lesson in Living. A film that challenges presence vs ambition, Sofia Carson and Corey Mylchreest spark a romance that forces us to reflect on what success and love really mean.
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“My Oxford Year” Review: More Than a Love Story, It’s a Lesson in Living
What happens when the dream you’ve chased your entire life finally comes true, only to reveal a different dream entirely? This is the core…
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October 21, 2025 at 12:52 AM
Last Friday, I had the privilege of hearing Kimberly Atkins Stohr; it was inspiring to hear her insights on reporting and her background as an attorney.
October 19, 2025 at 6:00 PM
2026 is going to be a huge year for movies, from Avengers: Doomsday to Spider-Man: Brand New Day. Discover what else to expect: editorial.rottentomatoes.com/article/the-...
The Most Anticipated Movies of 2026
Everything from blockbuster franchise titles and thrilling genre fare to new projects from acclaimed directors.
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October 19, 2025 at 5:41 PM
Sen. Rand Paul warns the Trump administration’s strikes on suspected drug boats and talk of attacks on Venezuela risk unlawful killings and dangerous escalation.
Read more: www.politico.com/news/2025/10...
Rand Paul: 'All of these people have been blown up without us knowing their name'
The Kentucky Republican again challenges U.S. strikes on possible drug smugglers at sea.
www.politico.com
October 19, 2025 at 5:34 PM
Millions nationwide rallied against the Trump administration in “No Kings” protests. Read more down below: www.cnn.com/2025/10/19/u...
Large crowds rallied against Trump at ‘No Kings’ protests across the US. Here’s why protesters say they attended | CNN
CNN field teams spoke with attendees at “No Kings” rallies across the country. Here’s what protesters had to say.
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October 19, 2025 at 5:27 PM
Just read a New York Times piece about how Botox might be changing human behavior. It’s intriguing and ironic that a treatment meant to boost social confidence (and appearance) could actually hinder our ability to empathize.
www.nytimes.com/2011/06/19/f...
With Botox, Looking Good and Feeling Less (Published 2011)
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October 18, 2025 at 7:00 AM
Coachella’s first act this year was on the 10—artists transformed highway billboards into playful previews that made the desert drive feel like part of the show. Read the NYT piece on how artists used giant signs to hype sets and spark social chatter.
www.nytimes.com/2025/04/17/a...
The Hype at Coachella This Year? Billboards.
www.nytimes.com
October 17, 2025 at 2:36 PM
🎬 New blog post: Why David Ehrlich’s Dune: Part Two review brilliantly balances blockbuster hype with hard truths.

🔗 Read the full analysis here: medium.com/@ayapfeufer_... #DunePartTwo
Why David Ehrlich’s Dune: Part Two Review is a Must-Read
David Ehrlich’s review of Dune: Part Two for IndieWire captures the intricacies and grandeur of Denis Villeneuve’s sequel with sharp…
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October 3, 2025 at 4:14 AM
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BREAKING: Supreme Court lets Lisa Cook stay on Federal Reserve board for now, sets January hearing

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October 1, 2025 at 3:37 PM
For the first time in six years, the U.S. government has shut down. Federal workers, including approximately 750,000 now facing unpaid furloughs, are left in limbo as Republicans and Democrats clash over funding. Read more down below: abcnews.go.com/Politics/us-...
The US government has shut down. Here's what to know
The federal government officially entered a shutdown at 12:01 a.m. Wednesday amid an impasse on Capitol Hill over competing congressional spending bills.
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October 1, 2025 at 4:20 PM
Selena Gomez & Benny Blanco tied the knot during a weekend‑long Montecito celebration! Family, close friends and A‑listers attended. Follow for more celeb coverage. #selenagomez #bennyblanco
Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco. Photo courtesy of Elle USA.
September 30, 2025 at 5:22 PM
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Jimmy Kimmel: "The President of the United States made it very clear he wants to see me and the hundreds of people who work here fired from our jobs."

When a country is going down the path of authoritarianism, they go after comedians first.
September 26, 2025 at 1:03 AM
Check out my read of Leslie Jamison’s "The Empathy Exams" — ever pondered if empathy is performance or a practice? Her essay made me reflect on how we respond to others’ pain. What are your thoughts? #empathy medium.com/@ayapfeufer_...
Why Leslie Jamison’s “The Empathy Exams” Challenges How We Connect — And Why It Tests Your Patience
Leslie Jamison’s “The Empathy Exams”, the essay from her 2014 collection, starts with a charged premise: Jamison, working as a medical…
medium.com
September 30, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Read the NBC News article on the Charlie Kirk assassination case — lots of new details about evidence, court timeline, and texts from the suspect (Tyler Robinson, 22). Disturbing and vital to follow as it develops. #CrimeNews #DueProcess ⚖️

Full story: www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news...
Attorney for suspect in Charlie Kirk assassination wants more time to review evidence
Prosecutors have charged Tyler Robinson with aggravated murder and plan to seek the death penalty.
www.nbcnews.com
September 30, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Reading about how small community libraries build social resilience — a reminder that infrastructure isn’t just roads, it’s places that bring people together. #Libraries #CommunityResilience

www.buildingbrightfutures.org/community-li...
Community Libraries’ Role in Building Resilient Communities - Building Bright Futures
The charge to build resilient communities is one that multiple collaborative partners strive towards, together, across the state of Vermont. With the support and investments of so many advocates, high...
www.buildingbrightfutures.org
September 30, 2025 at 3:59 PM