Day: July 18, 2024

Is going gluten-free right for you (Op-Ed)

Is going gluten-free right for you (Op-Ed)

Gluten is probably one of the most demonized food groups out there. According to Platform Magazine, 31% of U.S. adults eat gluten-free or avoid gluten. However, only 4% of this 31% have a medical reason to do so. What is gluten though? According to the Celiac Disease Foundation: “Gluten is a general name for the […]

Who will play Lady Deadpool?

Who will play Lady Deadpool?

Next week, the third film of the Deadpool trilogy will be released in theaters. Deadpool & Wolverine sees the return of Hugh Jackman as Wolverine and of course, Ryan Reynolds reprising his role as Deadpool. With the Marvel Multiverse in full effect, this movie has teased a team-up between Deadpools across the multiverse. This includes […]

In What Order Should You Watch The Star Wars Movies

In What Order Should You Watch The Star Wars Movies

Star Wars, the cult classic, started coming out in 1977. Ahead of its time, Star Wars is one of the best science fiction series to exist. If you have never seen it before, it can seem daunting to watch as there are so many movies and shows. There are two ways that you can watch […]

Underrated TV Shows (Op-Ed)

Underrated TV Shows (Op-Ed)

We all have our favorite shows—those we binge-watch and rewatch to see beloved characters on screen. However, a few underrated gems are waiting to capture your heart. “Ghosts” is available on Paramount+. Spanning three seasons, it stars Rose McIver from “iZombie” and former rapper Utkarsh Ambudkar. The show follows Sam, who inherits her grandmother’s mansion […]

Why the ‘Sephora kid’ Trend is Dangerous (Op-Ed)

Why the ‘Sephora kid’ Trend is Dangerous (Op-Ed)

Recently, on social media, there has been an influx of young children going crazy over skincare products. This craze has been focused on the store Sephora, where tweens and even children are shopping for and then using skincare products that are not meant for their age.  Self-care routines, especially skincare routines, are crucial to taking […]

The Top 12 on Apple Music are only Popular due to Social Media (Op-Ed)

The Top 12 on Apple Music are only Popular due to Social Media (Op-Ed)

The current Top Global 12 songs on Apple Music include “Not Like Us” by Kendrick Lamar, “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” by Shaboozey, “Expresso” by Sabrina Carpenter, “I Had Some Help” (feat. Morgan Wallen) by Post Malone, “Please Please Please” by Sabrina Carpenter, “BIRDS OF A FEATHER” by Billie Eilish, “Lies Lies Lies” by Morgan Wallen, […]

More Student Loan Forgiveness Comes to the U.S. and Who Qualifies

More Student Loan Forgiveness Comes to the U.S. and Who Qualifies

Student debt continues to be a significant issue in the United States, impacting an estimated 42.8 million borrowers, including both current students and graduates. Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, hopes were raised among millions of borrowers regarding the possibility of complete loan forgiveness, although this promise did not come to fruition.  In response to these expectations, […]

Political Events to Mark in your Calendar this Year

Political Events to Mark in your Calendar this Year

With everything going on in the world and the country, knowing what is next in the political world can be overwhelming. Here are events occurring in the second half of 2024 that you should keep an eye out for.  Currently on their final day, the Republican National Convention is happening in Milwaukee.  From August 19th […]

USA smashes Serbia in a 105-79 finish before Paris Olympics

USA smashes Serbia in a 105-79 finish before Paris Olympics

The U.S.A. Basketball team beat Serba 105-79 in the final game of the U.S.A. Basketball Showcase in Abu Dhabi, just over a week ahead of the 2024 Olympics.in Paris. Stephen Curry demonstrated his offensive prowess with 24 points, pulling through with a great game after two games that were lacking offensively. Miami Heat center Bam […]

More thunderstorms and further damage in New York cause Governor Hochul to declare a state of emergency

More thunderstorms and further damage in New York cause Governor Hochul to declare a state of emergency

This summer has been a hard one for New York. Multiple heatwaves, and the resulting storms, have been hitting the state relentlessly since mid-June. This past Tuesday, thunderstorms hit several areas of the state, leaving over 170,000 Upstate New Yorkers without power, Governor Hochul said. Knowing New York is in a crisis, Governor Hochul has […]

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