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Caustic for Concern.

Currently ranked as the second most polluting business in the world, the environmental atrocities caused by over consumption of fast-fashion have gone relatively unnoticed. Discussions on the environment conjure up images of oil rigs, strip mining, and oceans of plastic rather than the 1,800 gallons of water needed to make a pair of jeans. Even the Citarum, an Indonesian river made caustic by the chemical runoff from the country’s printing and dyeing industries, escapes criticism during environmental debates.

As part of an industry-wide revolution, Bojana Draca is bringing eco-conscious design to the mainstream with her label Farrah Floyd. Working to antiquate the stereotypes of environmentally friendly design, Draca invents new ways to revolutionize the revolution itself.

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SHE Picks: Father’s Day Gift Ideas.

You never mean to leave a gift until the last minute, especially a gift for someone who has spent the entirety of your life raising you. But we will all (sheepishly) admit that time gets away from us. That’s why I did quite a bit of thinking about these perfect father’s day gifts.

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SHE Picks: What Dad Wants to do this Father’s Day.

Father’s Day can easily become repetitive and impersonal, with stereotypical celebrations consisting of a barbecue and a gift wrapped tie. Break the mould with one of the hundreds of events happening in Toronto. Whether the dad in your life is passionate about cars, science or art, you can find an event to appeal to any niche interest so there’s no excuse to stick to your traditional celebrations.

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Leo to Portray Sufi Mystic.

Hollywood director David Franzoni is set to start casting for a film based on the life of 13th-century Persian poet Rumi. Known for his directorial role for the 2000 film Gladiator, which was celebrated as one of the most historically accurate portrayals of the Roman Empire, expectations for Franzoni’s interpretation were high. That is until he mentioned Leonardo DiCaprio was being considered for the film’s lead role.

The Oscar winning actor will definitely attract audiences, but does mass appeal justify the continuation of Hollywood’s xenophobia and racism?

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