The Republican response to the State of the Union Address took place in an eerily empty, dark kitchen, delivered by Alabama Senator Katie Britt. Britt wears a green dress reminiscent of the green gowns the wives wear in The Handmaid’s Tale and speaks with a terrifying intonation and zealous rigor. Unblinking, Britt’s entire argument is […]
Day: March 11, 2024
I think I’m going out of my head, but Anthony Volpe Sr. is not!
I think I’m going out of my head… is the name of the wonderful song by Little Anthony and the Imperials. If you change the lyrics around a little bit it would be a beautiful love ballad for baseball and the Yankees. However, it is a romantic song for all lovers. I sat at Ruth […]
Why soccer is the most important sport in the world
If you’re looking for a sport that unites people like no other, go no farther than soccer, or football as it’s called outside of North America. Its influence permeates every culture on the planet, beyond the confines of a mere playing field. The FIFA World Cup, a celebration of teamwork, enthusiasm, and patriotism, is a […]
Ariana Grande’s new album was released Friday, here is my review of it (Op-Ed)
Pop superstar Ariana Grande, 30, just released her new album Eternal Sunshine this past Friday, March 8, 2024. I must say I am pretty impressed with the production of the album, Ariana’s stunning voice (as usual), her creativity, and her manner of displaying raw emotions through her lyrics. For starters, the album cover is just […]
Pharmaceutical Giants’ Legal Battle Against Biden’s Drug Cost Reduction Initiative
The pharmaceutical industry is fiercely opposed to President Biden’s plan to lower the cost of prescription drugs for seniors, and this opposition is resonating in courts throughout the country. This conflict is developing as pharmaceutical corporations fight against a recently passed legislation that aims to reduce the costs of essential pharmaceuticals used to treat diseases […]
Authors should not attack their reviewers. (Op-Ed)
I, like many other book reviewers, have been harassed and attacked by an author. The popular book-centered social media platform GoodReads allows anyone who loves reading to leave a review, and the relationship between authors and their reviewers has become more perilous. This relationship should be one of mutual respect, but authors are responding to […]
2024 Oscars: “Oppenheimer” and “Poor Things” take home major wins
Last night’s 96th Oscars saw major wins for Oppenheimer and Poor Things cast and crew. Oppenheimer, the historical drama about the life and struggles of J. Robert Oppenheimer and the creation of the atomic bomb, took home seven Oscars in total: Best Picture, Best Director (Christopher Nolan), Best Actor in a Leading Role (Cillian Murphy), […]
