Day: March 18, 2024

Music can be a source of comfort (Op-Ed)

Music can be a source of comfort (Op-Ed)

There is a language that may bring people together, heal broken hearts, and provide comfort in times of sorrow, even if our world is often full of confusion and unpredictability. Music is this language, this symphony of perfect harmony. With its power to stir up strong emotions and hit close to home, music is always […]

Steps you shouldn’t skip in your makeup routine (Op-Ed)

Steps you shouldn’t skip in your makeup routine (Op-Ed)

In the few years that I’ve been applying makeup, I’ve learned a great deal, but one of the things I’ve learned is that the more strategic you are with how you apply makeup, the better you look once you’ve finished applying it. It doesn’t matter how much or how little of it you apply or […]

 We need to continue to support local bookstores (op-ed)

 We need to continue to support local bookstores (op-ed)

In the digital age, convenience often comes at a cost, and nowhere is this more evident than in the realm of retail.  Online shopping, epitomized by the behemoth Amazon, has revolutionized the way we consume goods. Yet, amidst the allure of doorstep delivery and competitive pricing lies a less-discussed consequence: the erosion of local bookstores […]

Fashion: SHEIN has permanently altered the fast fashion industry (op-ed)

Fashion: SHEIN has permanently altered the fast fashion industry (op-ed)

In the fast-paced world of fashion, trends come and go quicker than ever before. With the rise of online shopping, companies like SHEIN have capitalized on the demand for affordable, on-trend clothing. However, while SHEIN may offer inexpensive options for fashion-forward consumers, its negative impact on the industry cannot be ignored. One of the most […]

Catastrophe Looms in Gaza as Famine Crisis Intensifies Amid Israeli Offensives

Catastrophe Looms in Gaza as Famine Crisis Intensifies Amid Israeli Offensives

Warnings of a disaster are becoming more urgent as tensions rise in the Gaza Strip. If Israeli troops go forward with an assault on Rafah, more than a million people are on the verge of disaster, according to the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) early warning system. This gloomy forecast is a 92% rise over the […]

The Try Guys Keith Habersberger’s “Eat The Menu” series is a delight. (Op-Ed)

The Try Guys Keith Habersberger’s “Eat The Menu” series is a delight. (Op-Ed)

There is one face I think of when I sit down to eat a meal: Keith Habersberger of The Try Guys. Keith is friendly, positive, and personable, as are the other Try Guys; but there is something special and magical about the “Eat The Menu: Keith Eats Everything” series on YouTube. I am one of […]

Trump’s attitude towards immigration is unacceptable (op-ed)

Trump’s attitude towards immigration is unacceptable (op-ed)

Former President Donald Trump’s recent comments at a rally near Dayton, Ohio, regarding immigrants accused of crimes are not just inflammatory; they’re a troubling reflection of his character and suitability for leadership.  His statement that some immigrants are “not people” is not only dehumanizing but also dangerously divisive. Throughout his presidency and even beyond, Trump […]

My top three ‘80s-inspired songs (Op-Ed)

My top three ‘80s-inspired songs (Op-Ed)

A lot of popular songs today have ‘80s instruments and samples; when I first heard music like that, I was shocked, as I never would have guessed that music from that era would reappear and become popular amongst younger listeners. I love older music myself, but I am honestly more into contemporary or modern sounds. […]

I hope Mike Tyson knocks out Jake Paul in one punch. (Op-Ed)

I hope Mike Tyson knocks out Jake Paul in one punch. (Op-Ed)

Jake Paul needs to get his ego checked. The YouTuber has been a part of numerous controversies and is a general nuisance to the public. Now he thinks of himself as a professional boxer worthy of taking on notorious champion Mike Tyson in a summer Netflix event. Jake Paul “has been accused of scamming young […]

Trump unable to pay $464 million bond in New York civil fraud case

Trump unable to pay $464 million bond in New York civil fraud case

Former President Donald Trump’s lawyers told a New York appeals court that Trump can not find an insurance company that is willing to underwrite his $464 million bond. Trump’s attorneys allege that he has contacted over 30 underwriters to back the bond that is due at the end of the month. “The amount of the […]

Byron Janis … Greatest of all time!

Byron Janis … Greatest of all time!

When you are talking about the greatest of all time you are talking about Muhammad Ali in Boxing, you’re talking about Babe Ruth in Baseball, Michael Jordan in basketball. In the World of entertainment, you are naturally talking about Elvis and Sinatra and in the World of classical music, you are talking about the great […]

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