Over the past several decades, there has been a dramatic development in the field of young adult (YA) fiction. The genre has evolved to embrace a wide range of topics that resonate far beyond teenage angst. Originally, it was mostly linked with coming-of-age novels focusing on adolescence and personal growth. The YA literature of today […]
Month: September 2024
UConn Student Health and Wellness Fair Helps Community
Yesterday from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. UConn’s 38th Student Health and Wellness Fair took place on Fairfield Way at their campus. Students involved in the fair at the university thought that this was the perfect opportunity to check in and help other students as things started to pick up this semester. SHaW program manager […]
Soto walks off Red Sox
Last night the Yankees welcomed the Red Sox for the first game of their final series of the season. On the mound for Boston was Cooper Criswell and for New York, it was Nestor Cortes. Both pitchers had very solid nights in what ended up being a very low-scoring game. Each let up just one […]
Inclusive Beauty: How Brands Are Finally Embracing Skin Tone Diversity
The beauty business has long faced criticism for its limited portrayal of skin tones, frequently favoring lighter complexions while ignoring the diversity of its clientele around the world. However there has been a significant shift in favor of inclusivity in recent years, with cosmetic firms at last accepting a range of skin tones. This revolution […]
Africa’s Tech Boom: The New Frontier of Political Influence
Africa is going through a digital revolution that is changing the continent’s economies and shifting the balance of political power. Cities are becoming innovation hotspots, drawing in multinational tech behemoths and supporting domestic entrepreneurs from Lagos to Nairobi. This expansion has created new opportunities for influence since technology now plays a major part in elections, […]
Gleyber has always been a hero… Just ask Luis Guzman!
The biggest gala in New York that deals with pediatric brain cancer happens to be the Cristian Rivera Foundation. My long-time friend John Rivera lost his beloved son Cristian to a very rare brain cancer known as D.i.P.G. 16 years ago. Yesterday would have been Cristian’s 22nd birthday. Throughout the years John has vowed to […]
California inmate’s Wife wins $5.6 million
In September of 2019, Christina Cardenas traveled four hours to visit her husband Carlos Eugene Cardenas in prison. Before allowing her to see her husband, she was escorted to the back of the visiting office where she was interrogated and searched. Although, X-rays showed no trace of any foreign object or substances on her person, […]
Kendrick Lamar Releases New Single
A new single from Kendrick Lamar was released yesterday on the rapper’s social media. The rapper released the song on his Instagram before the start of the Video Music Awards. According to Variety, the song is alleged to be titled Watch the Party Die. Watch the Party Die song holds the same hard-hitting beats and […]
Apple Juice Recall Expands to More Major Stores
A recent apple juice recall will expand to include other major food retailers across the United States. The initial voluntary recall began at the end of August by the Food and Drug Administration. The recall primarily affected Great Value Apple Juice. According to the report, the FDA found that the apple juice products had “inorganic […]
Vintage Revival: The Reasons Why the Fashion Scene Is Steeping Into Nostalgia
The fashion industry has witnessed a noticeable comeback of vintage styles in recent years. Designers and consumers alike are embracing nostalgia, from 70s boho and 60s mod styles to 80s neon and 90s grunge looks. What, though, is behind this “vintage revival”? The reason why fashion is regressing is due to multiple variables. Cultural Patterns […]
Decentralized Governance: Is Blockchain Technology About to Change the Political Landscape?
Originally created for currency, blockchain technology is now being investigated for its ability to change governance. Fundamentally, blockchain is an immutable, decentralized ledger technology that enables safe network-wide data storage without the need for middlemen. With the use of this technology, there are now more opportunities to increase public trust in governance institutions, decrease corruption, […]
Bills @ Dolphins Thursday Night Football Preview
Tonight, on Amazon Prime Video’s first Thursday Night Football game of the season, the 1-0 Bills will take on their division rival 1-0 Dolphins. Every time these teams face off, it’s been a must-watch. Four out of the last five matchups have been decided by just one possession. I predict another close game tonight, along […]
