The latest Democratic primary saw Westchester County Executive George Latimer win over his opponent, New York Rep. Jamaal Bowman. Marked by CNN as the first time a member of the House “squad” of progressive lawmakers has been defeated, these results are history-making. Jamaal Bowman was elected back in the 2020 primary, unseating Democratic Rep. Eliot […]
Month: June 2024
Upstate New York’s Lake George named cleanest lake in the U.S.
There are over 3 million lakes in the U.S., and no two, in size or cleanliness, are alike. In 2010, according to Yahoo, the Environmental Protection Agency surveyed 50,000 lakes. Their results showed that nearly 20 percent of them had been impacted by chemical fertilizer runoffs. In simpler terms, chemical fertilizer entered this percentage of […]
1st vs 3rd person narration: which is better for fiction books? (Op-Ed)
There’s nothing better than escaping the real world and entering the world of books. When choosing how to narrate the story, writers usually go for one of two categories: 1st or 3rd person, but which form reigns supreme? 1st person narration is when the main character, or characters, talk to the reader. If one character […]
The first presidential debates of 2024 are coming, Biden and Trump set to faceoff again
The first presidential debate of the 2024 election year is this Thursday. Once again facing his biggest rival, former President Donald Trump has stopped comparing President Joe Biden to, as CNN said, a “brain-dead zombie”. Now, his opponent has somehow transformed into someone worthy of debating. Looking back at Trump’s first 2020 presidential debate against […]
The future of gender-affirming care for children in some states to be discussed by Supreme Court
Transgender rights, especially those of minors, have been a major topic of discussion in health care and education systems alike. Gender-affirming care, according to NBC News, is considered, by several major medical organizations, an effective method of treatment for gender dysphoria. Now, though, the rights and access to such care, which many consider crucial for […]
Everyone should experience a Hatsune Miku concert (OP-ED)
An average social media user has likely seen a video or images of the Japanese virtual idol Hatsune Miku. For those unaware, Hatsune Miku is one of the many vocal synthesizers from Vocaloid, a voice synthesizer software developed jointly by Yamaha, Music Technology Group, and later Crypton Future Media. Vocaloid software is created by recording […]
Is Justin Timberlake’s reputation ruined?
It’s not every day someone from Hollywood is on Long Island, much less is on the Island and gets arrested. Early this past Tuesday, according to MSNBC, pop star and former NYSNC member Justin Timberlake was arrested under suspicion of driving while intoxicated in Sag Harbor, New York. Though claiming he only had one martini, […]
New kickoff rules mean new unknowns for Bryant Boyer and Jets Special Teams
The NFL, hoping to improve football, makes new changes yearly. For the teams, this means extra work during the off-seasons and coming up with plays that match what the league now calls for This year, Bryant Boyer, a top special team coach in the NFL, has emphasized his team’s hard work and dedication regarding these […]
Keeping kids SAFE: Governor Hochul signs legislation restricting addictive social media feeds to protect minors online
With the world practically at their fingertips, ensuring the protection and safety of children has become much harder since the creation of social media. Recognizing this, New York’s government is starting to take action. Governor Kathy Hochul, as confirmed by governor.ny.gov, signed nation-leading legislation yesterday, Thursday, June 20: legislations S.7694A/A.8148A and S.7695B/A.8149A. Those present with […]
Will the NFL’s international efforts last? (OP-ED)
Popular sports within the United States often differ from the rest of the world. That said, times are changing. Recent years have seen American sports like baseball and football attempt to make the leap forward across the pond. The NFL is one such American sports organization that has attempted to appeal to an international audience. […]
Can NYC alleviate food insecurity among its oldest population? (OP-ED)
The rising cost of food has left more and more families struggling to keep themselves fed but in New York City, a population of seniors are finding themselves at the forefront of this food crisis. According to Business Insider, Baby Boomers and the Silent Generation are increasingly likely to have issues with food security. A […]
Will Japanese Park Golf become a major competitor within the U.S.? (Op-Ed)
A new international golf variant has begun to make some major headway within the United States. Japanese Park Golf officially announced its second-ever location in Ellicottville, New York. According to WKBW, the sport was initially brought over to the States thanks to the late pro wrestler Dick Beyer aka, the Destroyer. According to the International […]
