Merici Magazine Issue #7

Editor-in-Chief: Ishita Gupta Editor: Olivia Mankowski,

Celebrate NewsMinna Altalib

Book reccomendations -

Olivia Mankowski

Meme Page -

Olivia Mankowski

The 4 Ultimate Tips to a Better SleepEvelyn Bewley

Did you know? -

Ava McKee

June HoroscopeIsabel Curio

Quotes that Changed the way I ThinkLinden O’Byrne

Animals at the RSPCAAbigail Silver

What desert are you?Ashlyn Yip

CELEBRITYNEWS

JUNE2024

Hey, trendsetters! Ready to dish on the latest buzz from the star-studded world of celebrities? Buckle up because we ' ve got all the tea you need to sip on! From breakups to makeups and everything in between, here's your exclusive peek into the glamorous lives of your favorite stars.

First up on the radar is none other than the chart-topping sensation, Dua Lipa! The British-Albanian powerhouse has just dropped her highly anticipated album, "Radical Optimism," and let's just say, it's a certified bop! With catchy beats and empowering lyrics, this album is serving up major inspiration for anyone navigating the ups and downs of teenage life. Get ready to dance, cry, and everything in between because Dua is bringing the heat! ��

Moving on to A-list real estate drama because Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck are reportedly parting ways with their $60 million (USD) Beverly Hills love nest! Sources reported that the power couple has enlisted realtor Santiago Arana from the agency to sell their stunning mansion, a masterpiece of modern architecture, priced at $65 million (USD) but despite two weeks on the market, no takers yet! Can you believe it? But here's the twist: the listing still says it's sold from last year! Could there be a hidden story behind this? Stay tuned for more updates on this intriguing mystery in the next issue!

The Duke of Westminster, Hugh Grosvenor, tied the knot with businesswoman Olivia Henson in a fairytale ceremony in England's northwest on June 7, 2024 But here's the royal scoop: The Grosvenor family is practically royal themselves! King Charles is the duke's godfather, and he's super close with Princes William and Harry, who even asked him to be godfather to George and Archie!

Now, onto the wedding drama! Even the fanciest ceremonies can't avoid a bit of guest list drama. For our royal lovebirds, it meant two feuding brothers and some juicy gossip! �� �� At the ceremony, Prince William played usher while Prince Harry was absent Rumour said William left Harry off the list to keep things drama-free for Olivia But Harry says he skipped the wedding to avoid awkwardness Commentator Afua Hagan spilled the tea and said that these two princes can't even be in the same room anymore Drama, drama, drama!

Stay tuned for more gossip, glamour, and all things fabulous because in the world of celebrities, the party never stops! Keep slaying, trendsetters!

The Familiar

By Leigh Bardugo

In the capital of Madrid, Luzia uses scraps of magic to get through her days of toil as a scullion. But when her mistress discovers the servant cowering in the kitchen is hiding a talent for miracles, she demands Luzia use those gifts to better the family's social position.

The Ministryof Time

By Kaliane Bradley

A secret government agency in Spain recruits individuals from different eras to safeguard the timeline. They navigate historical events to prevent temporal anomalies while exploring the consequences of time travel.

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THE 4 ULTIMATE TIPS TO SLEEP BETTER

Limit screen time 1 hour before sleep

As much as you may be tempted, increased screen time before bed can stimulate you and suppress your melatonin (the stuff that makes you sleep) Instead, reading a book, doing a colouring-in, or other puzzles can be better options.

If you are particularly struggling to get some sleep, it is recommended to purchase lavender products such as a lavender sleep mist, lavender essential oils or lavender tea. Lavender is clinically proven to make you sleepy. Lavender interacts with The neurotransmitter GABA to quiet your nervous system's activity, which reduces restlessness and other forms of agitation.

Wind down

Doing things that relax you or help you wind down can help you hit the hay Personally, I like to do my skincare and read a book. There are many books out their that could suit your interests depending on what genres you like. Reading a book can broaden your vocuaulary and literacy skills

Meditation and mindfulness

This may sound boring, but meditation is known to help calm your mind and body down Meditation can come in many forms such as listening to a guided meditation on Spotify, closing your eyes, and simply just sitting with your eyes closed in a comforting position

Lots of lavender

Did you know?

Themoonhadactive volcanoeswhen dinosaurswerealive

No number before 1,000 contains the letter A

Giraffes are 30 times MORE likely to be hit by lightning than humans Ifyousneezetoohard, youcouldfracturea rib!

A chicken once lived for 18 months without a head.

The largest piece of fossilized dinosaur poo discovered is over 30cm long and over two liters in volume!

Your confidence will help you make decisions both on the personal and professional front. You might face stagnancy related to financial matters and relationships with elders/friends.

Expect new friendships and enjoyable moments with family or life partner. Singles might receive relationship proposals!

Take care not to step on any toes by taking a strong stance this month. The fallout could be much messier than you’re prepared for.

If your confidence has taken a beating lately, this week is the time to rebuild it. You have good judgment, and you’re wiser than you give yourself credit for. Don’t be so scared of living your life.

Beautiful things are waiting for you up ahead, but you have to make it through the weird, long days, the uncomfortable conversations, and the difficult choices first. You’ll get there soon enough, as long as you don’t stop trying.

If you have the power to cause a problem, then you also have the power to fix it. But this week, you’ll burn out quickly if you take the weight of the world on your shoulders alone. Act like you’re part of a community. When there’s work to be done, share it evenly, and then you can share the joy, too.

Don’t be scared to stake out an unpopular position, or to do things differently this month. Be willing to stand out: Your friends and community will be more supportive than you think.

This month, give yourself a change of scenery, or make a point of spending time with new people. The more you can shake up your environment, the more you’ll illuminate beautiful new sides of yourself.

You’re generous by nature, with others as well as yourself, but lately, you’ve become your own harshest critic. Balance is key. Don’t avoid facing your difficult traits, but don’t make them out to be worse than they really are.

If you could have it your way, you’d do all your inner work and healing in total secrecy, never letting anybody else see the messy process. Don’t be scared to let people in. Vulnerability is scary, but it’ll be good for you in the end.

There’s comfort and stability to be found in the familiar. Once you’re more steady on your feet, you can make wild decisions again; for now, try to appreciate calm where you can find it.

It can be a struggle to make your voice heard. Other people seem so much louder, so much more insistent, so good at getting what they want. This month, you won’t have to shout and raise a fuss to be heard. Your energy is magnetic. Make the most of it.

Quotes that changed the way i think ~Lynden O’Brien

quotes from books

“My soul is a graveyard of buried hopes.”-Anne of Green Gables

“What are men to rocks and mountains?”-Pride and Prejudice

“He was, she reflected, almost rudely like a tortoise;”-Cold Comfort Farm

quotes from songs

“I’m no fun but at least I’m not as sad as I used to be.”-Boy toy

“It’s getting cold down here under the weather.”-Boys Will be Bugs

“Her hair reminds me of a warm, safe place where as a child I’d hide.”-Sweet Child o ’ Mine

“But my days are full of other people”-Plucked

“Oh, I think you ’ re holding the heart of mine, squeeze it apart, that’s fine.”-Step on me

“You believe me like a god, I destroy you like a man.”-I’m Your man

“I didn’t count on mass destruction when I saw you ”-The way I Made you Feel

“There’s no aphrodisiac like loneliness”-No Aphrodisiac

quotes from movies

“Confidence! A fool’s substitute for intelligence”-Sonic the Hedgehog

“I’ve heard it said that we only gain wisdom from suffering, and tonight I intend to make you very wise.”- The Transformers Movie

“Can’t even be in love without money?”-Perfect Days

“Do you think God stays in heaven because he too lives in fear of what he’s created?”-Spy Kids 2

quotes from social media

“The fruits of the Earth do not exist to be worth something to us. ”Astraldemise

“You could sooner divert a river from its course than deny my nature.”-Lucentgallivanter

“One day you’ll be face to face with what saw fit to let you exist in the universe and you’ll have to justify the space you ’ ve filled.”-Curseworm

“Why must we always strive for the things furthest away from us?”-Pukicho

“You cannot kill me in a way that matters.”-Personsonable

ANIMALS AT THE RSPCA ANIMALS AT THE RSPCA

1.Do you enjoy school?

Which dessert are you?

KeepascoreofhowmanyA’sB’s andC’syouget,andthistestwill tellyouwhatdessertyouare!

2.What wouldbe theperfect giftforyou?

A)Something sentimental

B)Somethingfrom ahobby

C)Justgiveme chocolate

3.Doyou playmany sports/to youlike playing sports?

A)YESILOVEPLAYING TONSOFSPORTS!

B)Iplayafewsports Ienjoy

C)Idon’treallyplay anysports

4.Does pineapple belongon pizza?

A)Noneverina millionyears B)yes,yesit does!

C)Idon’treally haveandopinion

5.Whatis your favourite subjecttodo homework for?

A)English/IH,scienceor maths

B)Art/design,language orPE

C)What’shomework?

6.Isahot doga sandwich?

A)Yesobviously

B)Noofcourse not

C)I’mnotsure,I can’tdecide

7.Doyou prefer warmer coloursor cooler colours?

9.Which flavours doyou like?

A)Ilikewarmer colours

B)Ilikecooler colours

C)Idon’thavea preference

A)spicyor sweet

B)saltyor savoury

C)bitterorsour

8.Howdo you spend yourfree time?

10.What typeof musicdo youlisten to?

Answers

A)Doinglotsof activities

B)Reading/on myphone

C)Withmy friendsorfamily

A)metalorpop

B)classicalor lo-fi

C)Other

MostlyA’s: Youarechocolateorconfetticake.Youare anexcitableandupbeatpersonthatlikestokeepbusy.

MostlyB’s: Youareanicecream.Youareapretty relaxedpersonandyouliketohaveaflexibleschedule.

MostlyC’s: Youareachocolatemousse.Youarea chaoticpersonandaren’tverydecisive.

Atie: Youareagummy.Youareaverycolourful personwithlotsofdifferentinterestsbutyouare abletokeepyourinterestsincheck.