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Morgan Brinlee

Morgan has worked as part of the Bustle News Team to cover everything from breaking news, politics, policy, world happenings and a variety of social issues since 2016. She particularly loves writing about issues of inclusion, reproductive rights, and press freedom. Her past work includes bylines at Diablo Magazine, thePlazz, a copyediting stint at Turkey's longest-running English language newspaper and a foreign correspondent internship in Turkey with Worldpress.org. Although currently based in Portland, Oregon, Morgan spent more than three years living and working in Istanbul, Turkey. It was there that she discovered a love for Islamic architecture, güllaç (a Turkish dessert made with thin pastry, milk, pomegranate and, if you're lucky, pistachio) and Barış Manço (Turkey's best rock'n'roller). Morgan holds a Bachelor of Arts in Humanities & Journalism from San Francisco State University. She enjoys traveling and learning about different cultures and people living around the world. Other hobbies include discovering new products at Trader Joe's and spinning classic Anatolian rock records. When not covering news or breaking down complex policy proposals, Morgan likes to race Jessica Fletcher in discovering who done it on "Murder, She Wrote" reruns.
Japan Is Closing All Schools In Attempt To Limit Spread Of Coronavirus
In an effort to combat the ongoing spread of coronavirus, Japan has moved to close all schools for at least one month. In announcing the unprecedented decision Thursday, Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe characterized it as an attempt to prioritize…
By Morgan Brinlee
Take An Exclusive First Look At Disney Junior's New Series, 'Mira, Royal Detective'
Get ready for a new heroine to join the Disney family. Set in a magical fairytale land inspired by the cultures of India, Disney Junior's newest animated series will center around an intelligent and resourceful young girl with unmatched…
By Morgan Brinlee
Body Cam Footage Of 6-Year-Old Getting Arrested Renews Debate Over Police Conduct
The family of a first-grader handcuffed by police and charged with battery for throwing a tantrum at school has released body cam footage of the 6-year-old's arrest in hopes it spurs support for a legislative proposal to establish a minimum age for…
By Morgan Brinlee
Inspiring Activists Greta Thunberg & Malala Yousafzai Finally Met (& There Are Photos)
Pakistani education activist and Nobel Prize laureate Malala Yousafzai has met Greta Thunberg, and from the looks of things, it seems the two global advocates became fast friends. Seventeen-year-old Thunberg, who is in the United Kingdom to host a…
By Morgan Brinlee
Feeling Lucky? Here's How To Win McDonald's Golden Shamrock Shake Worth $90,000
When celebrating a 50th anniversary, nothing beats gold — especially when your corporate logo is The Golden Arches. That's why to celebrate 50 years of its seasonal mint-flavored shake, McDonald's is auctioning off a Golden Shamrock Shake worth…
By Morgan Brinlee
Hilary Duff Says "Laws Need To Change" After Confronting Photog Taking Pics Of Her Son
After confronting a strange man caught taking pictures of her children playing football at a park, Hilary Duff has called for changes to photography laws. The Younger actress and mother of two shared a video of the confrontation on Instagram and…
By Morgan Brinlee
Man Pens Important Message On How Anger Can Escalate Into Acts Of Domestic Violence
As the violent murder of three children and their mother in Brisbane, Australia has sparked global conversations about domestic violence, one man has expanded the dialogue by opening up about learning to manage his own anger. In an open letter…
By Morgan Brinlee
Beyoncé Celebrated Kobe Bryant With A Moving Musical Tribute — VIDEO
Friends, family, and fans gathered at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California, on Monday to remember Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna in a memorial service that featured a number of emotional tributes. Among those tributes was a beautiful…
By Morgan Brinlee
Boy Asks Presidential Hopeful Pete Buttigieg To Help Him "Tell The World I'm Gay"
More often than not, presidential candidates are asked to weigh in on national issues, legislation, and policy proposals while campaigning for the White House. But every once in a while they're presented with more personal questions like the one…
By Morgan Brinlee
Stunning African-American Princess Photo Series Celebrates "Diversity In Fantasy"
Open almost any book of fairytales and you're likely to find a rather whitewashed world. There's the young princess with skin as white as snow, the orphaned blonde haired and blue eyed girl who becomes a princess with the help of a glass slipper,…
By Morgan Brinlee
Mom Called 911 For Help When Her Breast Milk Dried Up & Police Became Her "Heroes"
As most parents and caregivers can attest, few things are as stress-inducing as the cry of a hungry baby. But what happens if that anguished cry comes in the middle of the night, when you're alone with four other young kids, and no way to feed that…
By Morgan Brinlee
Scientists Hope To Offer "New Option" After Growing Key Breast Milk Components In Lab
What if providing breast milk for your child was as easy as reaching into the cupboard or fridge? Thanks to the work of two female scientists, it soon could be. Scientists Michelle Egger and Leila Strickland announced this month that they grew…
By Morgan Brinlee
Disney World’s Cinderella Castle Is Getting A Major Makeover — Here's What We Know
In honor of the 70th anniversary of Disney's animated classic Cinderella, Disney World's Cinderella Castle is getting a major makeover. The vice president of Disney's Magic Kingdom Park announced the news earlier this week in a blog post that has…
By Morgan Brinlee
Kate Middleton Reveals Why She Treasures This One Sweet Photo Of Princess Charlotte
Like many parents, the Duchess of Cambridge treasures the pictures she snaps of her children. But in a rare personal interview with Happy Mum, Happy Baby podcast host Giovanna Fletcher, Kate Middleton recently revealed why one Princess Charlotte…
By Morgan Brinlee
27 Award-Winning Photos That Capture The Beauty, Magic & Raw Emotion Of Childbirth
For nearly everyone involved, the miracle of birth is undoubtedly a life-changing event. But along with being life-changing, childbirth also contains moments of raw emotion, community, surreal beauty, and powerful resilience. It's these moments that…
By Morgan Brinlee
Do Kids Need A REAL ID? Here's What Parents Need To Know
The standard-issue driver's license many of us have tucked away inside our wallets right now soon won't be enough to get you on a domestic flight. Beginning Oct. 1, 2020, anyone seeking to fly within the United States or access any type of federal…
By Morgan Brinlee
The 1st 'Stranger Things' Season 4 Trailer Has A Seriously Major Spoiler
Netflix released its first look at Stranger Things 4 with a trailer that gifted fans a major update on one of their favorite characters. No, it's not Eleven, Dustin, or even Steve Harrington. Instead, our first dive into the upcoming fourth season…
By Morgan Brinlee
At Least 26 Million Americans Had The Flu This Season & It's Not Over Yet
Recent estimates from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) claim that at least 26 million people have had the flu in the U.S. alone this season. Of those who've become ill, at least 250,000 have been hospitalized and some 14,000 to…
By Morgan Brinlee
14 Americans Evacuated From Cruise Ship Test Positive For Coronavirus
As the number of confirmed novel coronavirus cases continues to rise globally, 14 Americans tested positive for coronavirus after being evacuated from the Diamond Princess cruise ship currently quarantined in Japan. More than 300 citizens and their…
By Morgan Brinlee
Kate Middleton Finally Opened Up About Her Experiences With Hypnobirthing
The Duchess of Cambridge has opened up about pregnancy and motherhood, including the mindfulness and meditation techniques she's used. In an interview with Happy Mum, Happy Baby podcast host Giovanna Fletcher, Kate Middleton shared how hypnobirthing…
By Morgan Brinlee