Day: June 19, 2024

When will Disney stop with the live-action revivals? (Op-Ed)

When will Disney stop with the live-action revivals? (Op-Ed)

Lately, Disney movies tend to fall under one of three categories: half-baked new ideas, sequels no one asked for, or live-action revivals. So far, their live-action revivals have gotten mixed to low reviews, with every Disney Princess revival having been trashed, in some way, by fans of the animated versions. Whether it’s the “Mulan” remake […]

There’s a happy medium between comfort and style: so why is it so hard to find? (Op-Ed)

There’s a happy medium between comfort and style: so why is it so hard to find? (Op-Ed)

Most of the time, I feel there are only two mindsets when getting ready for the day: “Dress to impress” and “screw it, where are my comfy clothes?” I’ve never been a trend follower, or setter, so I can’t relate to that idea of “following whatever is in fashion”. But I do understand it: trends […]

Red alert: High heat and humidity forecasted for NYC as well as other surrounding areas

Red alert: High heat and humidity forecasted for NYC as well as other surrounding areas

Be careful out there tristate residents, this heat wave’s a bad one! The combination of “dangerous heat”, “excessive humidity”, and concerning air quality have caused the First Alert Weather Team to declare a “Red Alert”. According to the National Weather Service, such alerts are issued when the heat and humidity levels can start a fire. […]

For Kevin Costner it’s… For the Love of the Game

For Kevin Costner it’s… For the Love of the Game

Yesterday I got to spend a little time with award-winning actor Kevin Costner. Kevin has always been the ultimate gentleman and his skills as an actor and storyteller are outstanding. I have to be honest and say that the reason I first started to admire and then appreciate his work was because he reminded me […]

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