Should we allow a former president who has been indicted in four criminal cases to run for reelection? For the first 234 years of this country’s history, no American president or former president had ever been indicted. However, former President Donald Trump faces four felony charges in Washington, D.C. for threatening to overturn the 2020 […]
Month: February 2024
Supreme Court agrees to hear Donald Trump’s immunity appeal
The Supreme Court agreed Wednesday to decide if former President Donald Trump can claim presidential immunity over criminal election interference charges. SCOTUS is set to hear arguments the week of April 22nd, but their ruling may take weeks or months. According to the order, the legal question the court will decide is “whether and if […]
Are TikTok Fashion Trends Going Too Fast? (Op-Ed)
It’s to no one’s surprise that TikTok has grown to be a major influence in so many different industries. In particular, creative industries like Fashion have taken over the app, and with great success. That said, the influence that it has on the industry and the consumers that have tagged along, might have grown too […]
What was lacking in Olivia Rodrigo’s new album. (Op-Ed)
Fans and critics alike have been analyzing Olivia Rodrigo’s “Guts,” her highly awaited second album, in detail since its release. With the tour behind Rodrigo, it’s fair to wonder what fans were hoping for from her most recent effort, which left them longing for the feel of her debut album, “Sour.” “Sour” raised the standard […]
Texas wildfires are a stark reminder of the consequences of climate change. (Op-Ed)
The Texas panhandle is currently under a declaration of disaster due to rampant, devastating wildfires. Texas Governor Greg Abbott said that he issued this declaration in order “to deploy resources to 60 counties impacted by these devastating wildfires,” in a post on X, formerly known as Twitter, on Tuesday. Dry conditions and above-average temperatures are […]
Why R&B lovers should listen to Che Ecru (Op-Ed)
If you don’t know who Che Ecru is you are honestly missing out because he is turning the underground R&B music scene upside down. Ecru, a Boston native, is a singer and producer with over 60K followers on Instagram and over 50K on Soundcloud, respectively. He began to work on music full-time and built a […]
Why is endorsement by an athlete so effective? (Op-Ed)
Now more than ever, it’s incredibly common to spot professional athletes in advertisements and commercials in all formats, whether that be television commercials, social media content, print, etc. To be fair, a good portion of these endorsements are for products or services that align with athletics; athleticwear such as shoes, sports drinks, and exercise equipment […]
Kanye West owes Donna Summer’s estate for unauthorized interpolation of “I Feel Love.” (Op-Ed)
Kanye West owes Donna Summer’s estate for unauthorized interpolation of “I Feel Love.” (Op-Ed) The estate of the late Donna Summer has sued Kanye West and Ty Dolla $ign for deciding “they would simply steal” her song “I Feel Love,” and using “it without permission” on their album Vultures. The duo had asked for permission to use […]
The Supreme Court should not have lifetime appointments for justices (Op-Ed)
The Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) has been responsible for making landmark legal decisions and setting precedents in our society for centuries. As the highest court in the land, the individuals who are appointed hold an innate responsibility to the wellbeing, protection, and advocacy of the citizens of the United States. When nominated […]
Theater productions deserve our attention amid short-form content (Op-Ed)
Although far from rare, it is less common for some individuals to participate in theater culture, whether that be from a lack of interest or access to these productions, or the fact that other in-person activities such as attending movie theaters, keynote addresses, or concerts are more popular. As well, short-form content consumed through digital […]
Wendy’s Announces Dynamic Surge Pricing for Stores
Pricing in Wendy’s stores is likely to change as soon as next year thanks to dynamic pricing. In a conference call early this month, the popular fast-food chain announced it was beginning to test dynamic surge pricing in stores across the country according to Nation’s Restaurant News. Additionally, Wendy’s CEO Kirk Tanner revealed that Wendy’s […]
Alabama’s embryo ruling sets a dangerous precedent (Op-Ed)
In a highly controversial move, the Alabama Supreme Court ruled that frozen embryos that are preserved for in vitro fertilization (IVF) are “akin to children”. The court voted 8-1 and cited religious reasoning in their concurring opinion. While this decision stems from the fact that embryos are in fact human eggs fertilized by sperm, this […]
