In the realm of journalism, ethics are the bedrock upon which credibility stands. The Society of Professional Journalists’ Code of Ethics serves as a guiding light, emphasizing integrity, accuracy, and respect for truth. However, in the murky waters of tabloid publications, these principles are not just ignored—they’re trampled upon with reckless abandon. Tabloids, with their […]
Month: April 2024
NYC shooters on scooters gun down four people, killing 1
On Tuesday, armed individuals mounted on scooters allegedly opened fire at a Bronx Street corner, leaving one person dead and three others injured, according to police records. The occurrence took place at 6:15 p.m. in the vicinity of Mount Eden. At the crossroads of Townsend and East Mount Eden avenues, four males aged 23 to […]
Biden’s partnership with international powers for pandemic prevention is a positive move (Op-Ed)
In an era marked by the unprecedented disruption of lives and economies globally due to the COVID-19 pandemic, President Joe Biden’s administration has taken a significant stride towards fortifying global health security. The initiative aims to assist 50 nations, primarily in Africa and Asia, in identifying and responding to infectious diseases, thereby averting pandemics akin […]
Lead-filled Lunchables: USDA needs to protect youth from heavy metals. (Op-Ed)
If you grew up in the ‘90s or 2000s, you’ve likely had a delectable Lunchable. From salty crackers, deli meats, and cheese kits, to tiny chicken nuggets, to (my personal favorite) nachos, Lunchables are a staple for American children and young adults. It’s a quick, easy lunch to pack, and the marketing is kid-driven, with […]
Biden-Harris administration announces increased tariffs on Chinese steel
President Biden has unveiled plans to triple tariffs on Chinese steel and aluminum in a bid to protect American producers from an influx of low-cost imports. The announcement comes as part of his three-day campaign in Pennsylvania, where he aims to garner support from steelworkers ahead of the upcoming presidential race. The current tariff rate […]
Nike’s female Olympic track uniforms are over-sexualized. (Op-Ed)
Nike revealed several designs for women’s track athletes to be worn at the Paris Olympics this summer, and female athletes are not happy. One outfit in particular is drawing ire: a rather revealing, tight leotard with a particularly high cut on the hips. Even on the mannequin, you can see quite a lot of skin, […]
Our elected officials act like celebrities rather than as our voice. (Op-Ed)
While we are all focused on the presidential election, we turn a blind eye to our own elected local and state officials. You can debate the upcoming 2024 election until you’re blue in the face, but Congress controls the legislation being written. Senators and representatives, who are voted in by the people, for the people, […]
Like Mr. Sinatra, Billy Martin and Frankie Valli , Michael Buble loves PATSY’S to… so do I
I was first introduced to Patsy’s Italian Restaurant in the winter of 1976. The Yankees had just lost the World Series in four games to the Cincinnati Reds. Yankees manager Billy Martin stayed in New York to look for real estate so that he could open up a western store. A place where you could […]
Like Mel Allan and the Scooter… John Sterling was joyfully heard
I was watching the Michael Kay show on the YES Network. Michael talked about being on the phone with John Sterling and being told that John had done his last call as the radio voice of the Yankees. Michael had a very sad look on his face. This told me that we were witnessing the […]
More potential jurors dismissed in second day of Trump hush money trial
As Monday’s court session was drawn to a close, not a single juror had been selected in Donald Trump’s hush money trial. Dozens of jurors were sent home due to the fact that they said that they could not be impartial within minutes of questioning. Composing a fair trial in Manhattan is proving to be […]
Abu Ghraib prisoners finally get their day in court after two decades of no accountability. (Op-Ed)
Twenty years have passed since the media first broke the news that the CIA was torturing prisoners in the Abu Ghraib prison and other prisons in Iraq. Not only did they torture the detainees, but they took dehumanizing photos of them; U.S. soldiers stood smiling and laughing in front of torture victims. For survivors, the […]
“Espresso” from Sabrina Carpenter is a smooth transition away from the “emails i can’t send” era (Op-Ed)
Sabrina Carpenter has had a steady fan following and repertoire of pop hits for nearly a decade at this point, debuting her professional music career nearly 9 years ago to the day with “Eyes Wide Open.” Following her departure from Disney, she’s released multiple albums and EPs, but nothing has quite launched her into mainstream […]
