Melanie Oliva

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Janae McKenzie |Melanie Oliva

Getty ImagesDays spent on the sand are finally here, but your packing list isn’t complete without the best summer songs to set the mood. The thing is beach songs can sound like anything you want. Ukuleles and steel drums might come to mind first, but those aren't the only sounds that invoke seaside fun. Summertime songs can be driven by synth sounds, gospel piano, classic ’80s songs, and even EDM beats.

Mar 11, 2025 | miaminewtimes.com | Melanie Oliva

Miami's creative community continues to mourn the loss of artist and activist Alessandra Mondolfi, who died by suicide at the age of 55 in January after a battle with long COVID. Mondolfi was best known around South Florida for her protest art, which included posters and wearable pieces with in-your-face political messaging. In 2018, some of those works were prominently featured in HistoryMiami's "Avenues of Expression" exhibition, which highlighted the street art Miamians encounter in daily life.

Mar 4, 2025 | thenation.com | Melanie Oliva

Support independent journalism that exposes oligarchs and profiteers Donald Trump’s cruel and chaotic second term is just getting started. In his first month back in office, Trump and his lackey Elon Musk (or is it the other way around?) have proven that nothing is safe from sacrifice at the altar of unchecked power and riches. Only robust independent journalism can cut through the noise and offer clear-eyed reporting and analysis based on principle and conscience.

Jun 21, 2023 | columbiamissourian.com | Ellie Marshall |Melanie Oliva

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