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The Art of Simplicity: Diary of a Wimpy Kid and Why Teens Love The Books

Sports

Triple- Double King Calls it Quits: Russell Westbrook Announces His Retirement from The NBA

Food

A Timeless Debate: Are Boneless Wings Really Oversized Chicken Nuggets?

The Art of Simplicity: Diary of a Wimpy Kid and Why Teens Love The Books

By KorDale Jackson-Powell
- Friday, August 14, 2026

Jeff Kinney, the author of The Diary of A Wimpy Kid series, has created one of the most popular book series in modern times. Yet, the strategy he employed to create this franchise ranges from twenty books, with the 21st installment of the series coming in October. So then the...

Theater

Shakespeare’s The Winter’s Tale: A Powerful Story of Jealousy and Redemption

By Zoya Saqib
- Friday, August 14, 2026

Shakespeare’s The Winter’s Tale is a really great story about jealousy, betrayal, loss, forgiveness and new beginnings. The play explores themes in a strong way through the actors’ energetic performances and the plays’ unique mix of sad and happy moments, romance and fantasy. The production does not just show jealousy...

Politics

Schools Are Preparing Students for Jobs That Won’t Exist in 10 Years

By Kelsey Iffert
- Friday, August 14, 2026

In 10 years a lot of jobs that students are going to college and university for are going to be obsolete. It’s not that they won’t exist exactly, it’s more like the positions won’t be filled by humans and that’s the problem. The future is supposed to be bright and...

Sports

Triple- Double King Calls it Quits: Russell Westbrook Announces His Retirement from The NBA

By KorDale Jackson-Powell
- Friday, August 14, 2026

On August 12th, 2026, NBA guard and former MVP Russell Westbrook announced his retirement after 18 seasons. The Long Beach native, known for his explosive athleticism and high intensity over his eighteen-year career, suited up for many teams in the NBA, but the most noticeable for his years spent playing...

Food

A Timeless Debate: Are Boneless Wings Really Oversized Chicken Nuggets?

By KorDale Jackson-Powell
- Friday, August 14, 2026

Throughout history, there have been many debates brought to the forefront of mankind. From topics such as should schools ban iPhones to even topics like should pineapple be on pizza. But here today marks the end of one of the most heinous debates mankind has ever conjured: Are boneless wings...

Latest News

City’s Smallest Pizzeria: Brad Alvelo Discusses Pizza Pod NYC

By Kelsey Iffert
- Friday, August 14, 2026

A New York City chef is turning heads after he turned his tiny two-seater Smart Car’s trunk into a curbside pizzeria, and serving customers on the go. CNN’s Jeremy Roth reported that Bradley Avelo makes pizzas in the trunk and uses portable generators for power, which draws attention to his...

Sports

How Different Is Fantasy Football From Sports Betting Really?

By Caitlyn Taylor
- Thursday, August 13, 2026

Sports betting and gambling have increasingly garnered criticism due to the increasing number of instances of younger people joining in and doing harm to their lives. Due to this increased awareness, debates around the complete ban on sports betting are ongoing. Additionally, many have turned their eyes to other sports-affiliated...