In a rare bipartisan effort, Congress introduced legislation on Wednesday aimed at overhauling presidential ethics rules. Led by Republican Rep. James Comer and Democratic Rep. Katie Porter, the proposal mandates that presidents and vice presidents publicly disclose their tax returns before, during, and after their tenure. This move seeks to curb foreign influence in American […]
Month: May 2024
From crime dramas to documentaries, why are we obsessed with the dark side? (Op-Ed)
The criminal world is a terrifying reality; that’s no secret. But it does, in a sick way, make for entertainment in the form of crime dramas and documentaries. There’s no doubt that society has a fixation on what can be considered the ‘dark’ side. Whether it’s a character involved in something they really shouldn’t be […]
Biden administration announces $7.7 billion in student loan forgiveness for over 160,000 borrowers
A recent initiative by the Biden administration aims to alleviate the financial strain of rising student loan debt by forgiving $7.7 billion in debts taken out by over 160,000 individuals. This relief is a result of the U.S. Department of Education’s efforts to enhance the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program and implement income-driven repayment […]
The AAGPBL was a hit in the 1940s, can it make a comeback in the 21st century? (Op-Ed)
When it comes to America, baseball and the MLB are pretty much staples. Mets or Yankees? Yankees or Red Sox? The question of who roots for which team is enough to raise hell. But who here has heard of the AAGPBL? Anyone? Gaining slight recognition after the release of the 1992 comedy “A League of […]
Is the WWE craze dying down? (Op-Ed)
There’s no question that TV wrestling has had its share of popularity over the years. However, I can’t help but notice that there hasn’t been as much media promotion for it as there used to be. With how much the world has changed throughout the years, it’s not shocking that the media was also affected, […]
Independent bands deserve more recognition (Op-Ed)
Popular artists today, such as Ed Sheeran, Drake, and Taylor Swift, often follow a similar pattern on their journey to fame. While their paths might differ slightly, they are all influenced by the decisions of their managers and the record labels that have signed them. Don’t get me wrong, having a manager can be a […]
The problem with calling on justice Sonia Sotomayor to resign (Op-Ed)
Many liberal lawmakers and individuals have been calling on Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor to reevaluate her position as she approaches the fifteenth anniversary of her nomination. Their arguments center on her health and the possibility that Democrats would lose the White House and the Senate in November. If a conservative government were to take […]
ICC seeks arrest warrants for Hamas and Israeli leaders
In a historic development, the ICC is in the process of requesting arrest warrants for prominent members of the Israeli government and Hamas on allegations of war crimes and crimes against humanity. After Hamas attacked Israel on October 7 and Israel responded militarily in Gaza, deadly fighting broke out, leading to this development. In an […]
Eminem surprises fans with teaser for New Music
Eminem gave fans a surprise on Monday, teasing his upcoming album in a page of the Detroit Free Press. According to Billboard, the famed rapper released a fake obituary of his Slim Shady persona to lead up to the release of his 12th studio album, The Death of Slim Shady (Coup De Grâce). According to […]
BPM Entertainment Teases New K-Pop Group Members
An upcoming KPop group has teased its members on Thursday, ahead of its 2024 debut. According to NME, Big Planet Made Entertainment (BPM) revealed the KPop group BadVillain on April 4. Shortly after, BPM Entertainment revealed that BadVillain would consist of seven members. The teaser released this Thursday showcases the first four group members: Kelly, […]
Simone Biles, Gabby Douglas, and Suni Lee have something to prove for the US Championship (Op-Ed)
This Saturday marks a pivotal moment in gymnastics history as three Olympic all-around champions—Simone Biles, Gabby Douglas, and Suni Lee—compete at the Core Hydration Classic. This event signifies more than just a competition; it is a gathering of legendary athletes, each embarking on their journey to Paris 2024 with something to prove. Simone Biles, widely […]
Disability advocate alleges assault by state senator with violent past (Op-Ed)
A disability rights activist has reported to the New York State Police that State Senator Kevin Parker assaulted him twice at the New York Capitol. Michael Carey, a prominent advocate whose son Jonathan died in state care, claimed the incident occurred after he sought Senator Parker’s support for a bill addressing disability discrimination. Carey described […]
