Boy bands used to be all the rage in US pop culture in the 90s and even the early 2000s. Now, in 2024, that craze has all but fizzled out. So, what made boybands so popular, and will that industry ever find its way back to the US? According to Billboard, Boy Bands cultivated their […]
Day: March 19, 2024
MTA Set to Renovate Two Historical Subway Stations
Two more New York City subway stations are ready for some overdue renovations. According to the Gothamist, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) will repair the unkept Chambers Street station and 190th Street station in Washington Heights. The plans were unveiled early last year and are estimated to cost around $100 million. The Chambers Street station […]
Music education from a young age is essential (Op-Ed)
Nationwide, public school students are exposed to a holistic education experience, incorporating multiple elements through a wide range of school subjects and other interactive activities. This helps students to comprehend, internalize, and apply multiple forms of learning to their lives while increasing their knowledge and education on a wide range of topics. One of these […]
Roy White… A true Yankee and a Gentleman
Roy White is arguably one of the most underrated Major League Baseball players of all time. He is also again arguably the greatest left fielder in NY Yankees history. He was definitely the bridge between The great Mickey Mantle and Roger Maris and the dynasty of the 60s and Thurman Munson and Reggie Jackson and […]
Dark romance authors: stop romanticizing abuse. (Op-Ed)
BookTok has devolved into an age where literature is ignored, and “spicy” dark romances are endlessly raved over and given a platform. While there is nothing wrong with romance novels, there is an inherent issue in dark romance books: they often depict abusive relationships in a positive, glorified, romanticized way. There is no literary value […]
Are the Olympics still relevant? (Op-Ed)
As the world gears up for another edition of the Olympics, it’s natural to reflect on the event’s enduring relevance in today’s rapidly changing landscape. The Olympics, originally conceived as a celebration of athleticism and international camaraderie, have evolved over the years, adapting to the shifting tides of history, politics, and technology. While some may […]
Piercings, hair color, tattoos, and clothing do not affect my ability to work. (Op-Ed)
The belief that people with piercings, colorful hair, and unique clothing are undesirable candidates for jobs is severely outdated. Gen Z is well known for striking fashion statements, dyed hair, facial piercings, and tattoos; this is how we express ourselves and feel comfortable in our bodies. Self-expression does not equate to the inability to perform […]
Peter Navarro, former aide to Donald Trump, begins serving prison sentence
Former White House aide Peter Navarro has made headlines as he reported to a federal prison in Miami, marking a historic moment as the first ex-White House official to be imprisoned for a contempt of Congress conviction. Navarro’s four-month sentence stems from his refusal to comply with a subpoena from the House Select Committee investigating […]
Congress announces deal to avoid government shutdown
President Joe Biden and congressional leaders announced a deal Tuesday morning to fund the government ahead of the weekend deadline. House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA), announced the Department of Home Security deal in a statement, saying that it will allow the government will be funded for the remainder of the fiscal year, which ends in […]
