In an era where commercial spaces dominate our urban landscapes, libraries stand as sanctuaries of knowledge, community, and accessibility. Beyond housing books, libraries provide invaluable public services, offering a plethora of benefits that extend far beyond the printed page. As pillars of non-commercialized public spaces, they foster education, socialization, and relaxation, often inaccessible in other […]
Day: April 30, 2024
Olivia Rodrigo’s “get him back!” vs. Taylor Swift’s “imgonnagetyouback”: Is there a case for song theft? (Op-Ed)
It’s quite obvious that a fair portion of today’s hits take advantage of “sampling”, or utilizing existing musical patterns, lyrics, melodies, and more in original songs and compositions. While there’s no doubt that this exists and that several artists take advantage of the method, there is some controversy as to what exactly “counts” as sampling, […]
The benefits and drawbacks of being an NFL undrafted free agent (Op-Ed)
In the glitzy world of the NFL Draft, where dreams are realized and futures are forged, there exists a parallel narrative often overshadowed by the spotlight: the journey of undrafted free agents (UDFAs). These diamonds in the rough defy the odds, battling through uncertainty to earn a spot on an NFL roster. For those unfamiliar, […]
Diablo IV’s endgame and seasonal content are repetitive, redundant, and uninspired. (Op-Ed)
I am rather late to Diablo IV, and it appears that the party is already over. After clocking 77 hours of gameplay over the past few weeks, I find myself struggling to find the desire to log in and continue my journey. The campaign is rather short, but the story is fascinating. I felt that […]
Why are those charged with election interference still in politics today? (Op-Ed)
Interfering with election results is the most un-American action; our country was founded under the philosophy that every citizen’s vote counts. To actively disregard the people’s vote to further your own political agenda is an unforgivable act. Dare I say, it is a treasonous act of political violence. Yet, some of those indicted under election […]
Suspect named in brutal killing of 4 Charlotte officers serving a warrant
Four law enforcement officers were killed, and four others were injured Monday when gunfire rang out at a house in Charlotte, North Carolina, where officers were attempting to serve a warrant. The suspect who fired at officers was fatally shot on the lawn of the house, while two other people inside the home were later […]
