Day: April 8, 2024

Have online recipes made cookbooks obsolete? (Op-Ed)

Have online recipes made cookbooks obsolete? (Op-Ed)

There is a wealth of information online pertaining to every topic imaginable, especially when it comes to recipes, cooking tips and tricks, and the best advice for hosting a home-cooked meal.  For generations, word-of-mouth, dog-eared physical cookbooks and hand-me-down written recipes were the cornerstones of learning how to cook properly and efficiently- especially for the […]

The thin line between passion and misconduct in sports fans (Op-Ed)

The thin line between passion and misconduct in sports fans (Op-Ed)

The line between passionate support and possible wrongdoing is finely drawn in the world of sports fandom. There is sometimes a fine line between enthusiastic support and inappropriate conduct due to the extreme emotional reactions that fans might have. The process of depersonalization, in which people give up their separate identities and merge with a […]

Easy tips to manage unhealthy social media habits (Op-Ed)

Easy tips to manage unhealthy social media habits (Op-Ed)

With social media permeating so many aspects of our everyday lives, it can be difficult to find a healthy balance between keeping up with trends, friends, and current events while also maintaining adequate boundaries and constructive habits for the sake of our mental health.  It’s no secret that social media platforms, in every aspect from […]

How overly processed foods are linked to cancer and hormonal disruption. (Op-Ed)

How overly processed foods are linked to cancer and hormonal disruption. (Op-Ed)

Hot or cold packaged snacks, pre-packaged meals, sweets, and sodas are undeniably delicious, easy to grab on the go, and filling. However, they are ultra-processed foods. They generally have long lists of ingredients, many of which you won’t recognize, much less be able to pronounce, like substances for bulking, de-foaming, emulsifying, and bleaching. Ultra-processed food […]

Reviewing Hozier’s “Too Sweet” (Op-Ed)

Reviewing Hozier’s “Too Sweet” (Op-Ed)

Hozier has long been renowned as one of the greatest songwriters of all time, especially when it comes to music focusing on romance, desire, caring and loyalty, and deep passion between those in a relationship.  His latest release, “Too Sweet”, is no exception to this, although the track takes an unexpected route from the majority […]

New York state and city officials urge caution if traveling during solar eclipse

New York state and city officials urge caution if traveling during solar eclipse

New York state and city authorities are advising caution for those planning to travel during the solar eclipse event. On Monday afternoon, both Empire State and New York City officials are highlighting the potential challenges associated with traveling amidst the celestial phenomenon. Although the greater New York City area will only witness a partial solar […]

Donald Trump’s wish that immigrants only came from rich white countries is cruel. (Op-Ed)

Donald Trump’s wish that immigrants only came from rich white countries is cruel. (Op-Ed)

Donald Trump’s wish that immigrants only came from rich white countries is cruel. (Op-Ed) Donald Trump complained about a lack of immigrants to the US from “nice” countries “like Denmark [or] Switzerland,” offering millionaire donors at a Florida fundraiser a reprise of his infamously racist statement about people coming to America from “shithole countries.” While […]

Everything you need to know about today’s Great American Solar Eclipse

Everything you need to know about today’s Great American Solar Eclipse

The 2024 Great American Solar Eclipse is here, and North America is in the path of totality. Parts of 15 states have the opportunity to view the eclipse at full totality, where the moon covers the entirety of the sun. However, most Americans will be able to view a partial eclipse. About 31.6 million people […]

Like Munson, New York was lucky to of had Jerry Grote

Like Munson, New York was lucky to of had Jerry Grote

Jerry Grote was my catcher when I was the General Manager of the Saint Lucie Legends of the Senior Professional Baseball League in 1989 in Saint Lucie Florida. This league was for Major League Baseball players 32 and over who wanted to continue their playing careers after they may of gotten released from the majors. […]

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