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Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and it’s time to start thinking about what you can gift your special person. When you’re with someone you love, the price or the materialistic attributes don’t matter. It’s the emotions and feelings that go behind the gift that have real value. From DIY to budget-friendly...

Graphic by: Len Duenas In today’s world of hookup culture, if you’re still with your high-school sweetheart or have been dating for a few years now, then you should consider yourself to be lucky. There is a sense of security and trust between the two of you which is very relaxing. You know everything about each...

Originating from the iconic 2000s sitcom Parks and Recreation, ‘Galentine’s Day’ has evolved into a celebration observed by women globally. Rather than focusing on romantic love like Valentine’s Day, the purpose of Galentine’s is to cherish the profound bonds of female friendships and to celebrate the essence of...

February marks the start of one of the most impactful calendar months: Black History Month. Let’s take a closer look into the history of Black creations, trends and more! Gadgets Home Security System Marie Van Brittan Brown, with the help of her husband Albert Brown, found a creative way to feel safe in...

Graphic by: Maya Palavali Dear Girlfriends,  Growing up brings many changes and challenges to our lives. The biggest one is how our dynamic changes in our relationships. Our priorities shift as we get older and when we get into relationships, they feel all-consuming. Getting into a relationship can be...

Photo by: Oscar Herrera at Fannin Flowers Flowers are nature’s love language, not just our own. For ages, these exquisite gems have inspired us, reminding us to cherish the beauty of life and those we deeply love. Which flower best represents you? Take the quiz to find out! What’s your idea of the perfect...

All photos by: Cindy Rivas Alfaro As assistant volleyball coach Jill Loiars and assistant tennis coach Giorgia Pozzan bike their way to the University of Houston every morning, they never would have thought that they would be able to live such intertwined lives together as coaches. “I think the coaching...

Whether it was because of a song heard on TikTok or from listening to suggestions of favorite artists like Hozier and Florence and the Machine, The Last Dinner Party is a band many are keeping their eye on. A group of five women and non-binary artists formed in 2021 playing gigs around England and later came to...

Photo by: Oscar Herrera Setting out on a first date can be equally as thrilling as it is nerve-wracking. When you’re surrounded by the vibrant energy of the beloved UH campus, the possibilities for memorable beginnings are endless! Whether you’re a student looking to impress that cute person from your lecture,...

With Valentine’s Day less than a month away, it’s time to start preparing for a memorable date with your significant other. Considering that most of the readers are students, the date needs to be budget-friendly as well. Cooglife has got you covered with date ideas that are not only affordable but cute as...