Author Archives: Nadia Elkharadly

About Nadia Elkharadly

Nadia Elkharadly is the Co-Founder and Managing Editor of Addicted Magazine. Her myriad of addictions include music, fashion, travel, technology, boxing and trying to make the world a better place. Nadia is also a feminist, an animal lover, and a neverending dreamer. Keep up with her on social media through @thenadiae.

A Conversation with Lucy Ho, Founder of HackerGal

When Lucy Ho realized the lack of representation for girls in Canada’s tech sector, she didn’t just take note—she took action. And so Hackergal was born. Hackergal, a not-for-profit organization that introduces girls across Canada to computer science through coding…

Lord Sonny the Unifier saving lives with their latest release

Brooklyn-based post-punk and psych rock band Lord Sonny the Unifier is set to release their latest album, You Were Born to Save Your Life, in February 2025. Following their 2023 album, America’s Newest Hitmaker, the new release presents a conceptually…

Idiot Grins are still Messing Around

Oakland-based band Idiot Grins have given the world 5 albums, and the latest is Hounds of Mess Around. Known for their fusion of R&B, soul, and alt-country, the band has developed a reputation for blending genres and taking creative risks….

Vasanti: A story of Beauty, Resilience, and Representation

For over two decades, Vasanti Cosmetics has been redefining beauty by prioritizing diversity, inclusivity, and high-performance, cruelty-free products. What began as a frustration shared among four women—three sisters and their childhood friend—evolved into a brand that empowers individuals to look…

Trends are not always your friend Medical Aesthetics

Thanks to social media trends and celebrity culture, injectables like Botox and fillers have become both a beauty staple and a cultural phenomenon. From subtle tweaks to dramatic transformations, these treatments have sparked conversations about self-expression and self-esteem, for both…