Day: February 21, 2024

More people should listen to vinyl (Op-Ed)

More people should listen to vinyl (Op-Ed)

In a time where most information can be accessed digitally, oftentimes straight from our pockets, enjoying something tangible and physical is a cherished rarity that people are seeking out more and more. As 80’s and 90’s trends make their resurgence through fashion, hairstyles and accessories, there has also been an uptick in the music and […]

“Madame Web:” a film with too many mistakes. (Op-Ed)

“Madame Web:” a film with too many mistakes. (Op-Ed)

Warning: Mild spoilers for “Madame Web.” “Madame Web” is hilarious, but it’s not a comedy. After the stellar flop of 2022’s “Morbius,” Sony’s latest Marvel film is a huge letdown. It’s a soulless film and a huge slap in the face to fans who love Marvel comics. With a current score of 13% on Rotten […]

Apple Sports will fuel the sports betting fire. (Op-Ed)

Apple Sports will fuel the sports betting fire. (Op-Ed)

Apple has unveiled a new app for iPhone users that will provide “real-time scores, stats, and more, all designed for speed and simplicity.” The app provides information for all leagues that are currently in season. The MLS, NBA, NCAA Basketball (men’s and women’s), NHL, and many more are currently supported with the MLB, NFL, NCAAF, […]

Biden administration cancels over 150k borrowers’ student loan debt

Biden administration cancels over 150k borrowers’ student loan debt

$1.2 billion of student loan debt is set to be forgiven by the Biden administration for over 150,000 borrowers, per an announcement Wednesday.  The repayment program, known as the SAVE (Saving on a Valuable Education) Plan is scheduled to aid borrowers who have been making regular payments for at least a decade. The threshold for […]

Trump not condemning Putin for Navalny’s death is dangerous. (Op-Ed)

Trump not condemning Putin for Navalny’s death is dangerous. (Op-Ed)

While world leaders directly place the blame on Vladimir Putin for the death of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, former president Donald Trump did not outright condemn Putin. In fact, his statement posted on Truth Social was rather confusing and polarizing. Trump, who received backlash and criticism for his praise of Putin, did not say […]

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