Day: September 20, 2024

Chisholm will be true Jazz for Bronx kids, Omar too!

Chisholm will be true Jazz for Bronx kids, Omar too!

In a tradition started by George Steinbrenner in 2004, Jazz Chisholm will visit CS 55. It was formerly known as PS 55 when the Boss stepped foot on one of the poorest schools in the country. At that time the rookie Principal was a teacher named Luis Torres. Luis for weeks asked me if I […]

The Rebirth of Dystopian Fiction: Why Orwell’s ‘1984’ is More Relevant Than Ever

The Rebirth of Dystopian Fiction: Why Orwell’s ‘1984’ is More Relevant Than Ever

Dystopian fiction has seen a resurgence in recent years, and George Orwell’s 1984 remains at the forefront of this revival. First published in 1949, Orwell’s novel painted a grim picture of a world controlled by surveillance, propaganda, and authoritarianism. Today, the themes of 1984 feel more relevant than ever as modern societies grapple with similar concerns about privacy, political […]

Ohtani becomes the first MLB Player with a 50/50 season

Ohtani becomes the first MLB Player with a 50/50 season

Last night Shohei Ohtani became the first player in MLB history to hit 50 HRs and steal 50 bases in a single season. He came into yesterday’s matchup against the Marlins 2 home runs and a stolen base short of this accomplishment. Most assumed it would take at least another game or two for Ohtani […]

NC nominee for Governor has crude online comments leaked

NC nominee for Governor has crude online comments leaked

Comments made by the Republican nominee for Governor of North Carolina Mark Robinson have recently come to light. These comments are from an online pornographic message board where Robinson said some extremely crude and offensive things. Robinson has spoken publicly about these comments and claimed they were not made by him. “This is not us. […]

The Electric Vehicle Boom: Can the Auto Industry Keep Up?

The Electric Vehicle Boom: Can the Auto Industry Keep Up?

The electric vehicle (EV) market is experiencing an unprecedented boom, driven by global efforts to reduce carbon emissions, the desire for energy independence, and advancements in battery technology. As governments and consumers shift towards greener alternatives, the automotive industry faces mounting pressure to accelerate production and innovation. But the question remains: Can the industry keep […]

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