King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima of the Netherlands, according to Syracuse.com, will be visiting Albany, New York on June 12 as part of their trip to the US. Along with the previously mentioned city and NYC, the royals also plan to visit Georgia, the 10th largest U.S. trade partner for the Netherlands’. Having been in […]
Month: June 2024
Will Cricket ever become a prominent sport in NYC? (OP-ED)
New York City is no stranger to sports, with baseball and basketball being among its most popular. That said, will there ever be a time when another sport makes the city its home? For some New Yorkers, cricket could be a contender. Originating across the pond in England, cricket is one of the many sports […]
Skin care in the summer: enjoying the season without burning (Op-Ed)
Summer is a fun season: swimming, the Fourth of July, barbecues, vacations, and more. There’s only one thing about this time of year that we can collectively agree is not fun: sunburns. The last thing anyone wants after a fun day out is red, peeling skin that’s sensitive to the touch. So, how can we […]
Will Hunter Biden’s gun case be a fair trial, considering who his father is? (Op-Ed)
Last week, Trump was found guilty. Now, President Biden’s son, Hunter Biden, is on trial for federal gun charges. It’s a crazy time to be alive. Whenever a political figure or their relative gets into legal trouble, one can’t help but wonder if the trial will be fair. In this scenario, there seems to be […]
We need more food festivals (OP-ED)
The U.S., to no one’s surprise, undoubtedly has a thriving food culture, thanks to the hundreds of different cultures residing within the nation. That said, despite the prevalent enjoyment of food here, why aren’t there more food festivals? According to CW33, a PennStakes.com study revealed that Google searches for food festivals had risen by 156%, […]
Met Gala looks get more insane every year (Op-Ed)
The Met Gala, an annual fundraising event for the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute in Manhattan, is one of the most glamorous fashion events out there. What started as a goodwill gesture, however, has slowly morphed into a contest where the main question is: “Who can make the most jaws drop?” Whether it’s another […]
The animated film “Robot Dreams” is a silent wonder that says everything about love (Op-Ed)
In a world where emotions and technology are often at conflict, “Robot Dreams” expertly brings them together. This magical animated feature, set in 1980s Manhattan and directed by Pablo Berger, conveys a significant tale only via its visuals. The story starts with a solitary dog who, sick of being alone, orders a robotic buddy from […]
New York governor delays plan to fund transit and fight traffic with big tolls on Manhattan drivers
The much-anticipated congestion pricing scheme, which was going to impose substantial charges on drivers heading into the heart of Manhattan, was postponed indefinitely on Wednesday by New York Governor Kathy Hochul. Advocates for better transportation had hoped that the tolls would provide a financial lifeline for the financially troubled New York City Subway and Commuter […]
Lifetime is giving her one special after another: Is Gypsy Rose getting too much attention? (Op-Ed)
We all know her story. I’m not minimizing what she went through; it was disgusting. But the attention is starting to get ridiculous. When Gypsy Rose first made headlines nearly ten years ago, her story shook the nation. Ever since news emerged that she was to be released from prison, she has been thrust back […]
Icons vs One-Hit Wonders: what makes some musicians so popular? (Op-Ed)
For every artist that makes it big, there are several one-hit wonders who, as the name suggests, have one popular song before ultimately being forgotten as the next big artist steps into the limelight. While sad for the artist, this shows that it takes more than having a good voice to make it in Hollywood. […]
The Cricket World Cup on LI sounds like a rogue choice, but it could put the community on the map (Op-Ed)
“Where are you visiting from?” “Long Island.” “Where’s that?” As a Long Islander, traveling out of state practically guarantees this conversation. Don’t get me wrong, Long Island is an amazing place to live: calm, safe, with great restaurants, and lots of fun to be had if you know where to look. Despite this, it’s not […]
How Mexico’s new female president represents a change for the whole continent (Op-Ed)
Mexico made great progress toward gender equality in North America on June 2nd when it elected its first female president in a historic election. The possibility for revolutionary changes in bilateral ties is underscored by the fact that this critical juncture falls in the same year as the US presidential election. In a nation like […]
