In recent years, social media has transformed from a platform for connecting friends and sharing content into a powerful political tool. Global elections, in particular, have seen the rise of social media weaponization, where platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram are manipulated to influence voters, polarize societies, and spread misinformation. At the heart of this […]
Month: October 2024
Operator dead after NJ Commuter Train hits tree
Early Monday morning a train operator was killed after colliding with a tree. The crash happened at around 6 a.m. on the New Jersey River Line Light Rail tracks in Mansfield Township, New Jersey. 42 people were on board the train when it happened. 23 of them were injured and were taken away in ambulances, […]
Richard Block dies
Professor of Cinematic Arts at USC and former president of Kaiser Broadcasting, Richard Block has passed away. Block passed away due to unknown causes on September 30th with the news not becoming public until this weekend. He was 97. Known as “Dick”, Block had a very big role in the entertainment business. He developed a […]
Mets lose game one of the NLCS
Last night the Mets traveled to LA to take on the Dodgers for the first game of the National League Championship Series by the score of 9-0. Jack Flaherty dominated the before red-hot bats of the Mets. He pitched seven innings, letting up just two hits and striking out six. He left to a standing […]
Biden-Harris tour areas affected by storms
Over the weekend, President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris visited various areas throughout the country that have been affected by the recent hurricanes. Joe Biden took an “aerial tour” of St. Petersburg and Tampa and saw the demolition caused by Hurricane Milton last week. He then detailed some of the measures the federal […]
Gillian Wonderland Pier’s Last Day
Gillian’s Wonderland Pier in Ocean City, NJ shut its doors for good yesterday. The pier had been in business since 1929, but because of issues maintaining the boardwalk, they were forced to shut things down. The mayor of Ocean City and former owner, Jay Gillian said it was no longer a feasible business. Things were […]
Virgin Galactic Collaborates With Spacewear To Develop Outfits For Space Tourists
Virgin Galactic and the Italian apparel brand Spacewear are in discussions to develop clothing for future astronauts and space tourists. According to Reuters, this collaboration is one step closer to Virgin Galactic’s vision of commercialized space tours. The agreement has not yet been finalized, but if it closes, production could begin sometime in 2025. Founded […]
‘Velma’ animated series canceled at Max
Max officially announced earlier this week that their animated series ‘Velma’ would be canceled after just two seasons. The series followed the iconic Mystery Inc. but with a new spin on things. In this alternative universe, Velma is the star. There were some other major changes from the original idea of classic Scooby-Doo shows. For […]
Guardians Force Game five
The Detroit Tigers came into Cleveland last night with a 2-1 lead over the 2nd seed Cleveland Guardians. Detroit came into the bottom of the seventh holding onto a 3-2 lead with help from a Zach McKinstry home run. That was until David Fry came into pinch hit for Kyle Manzardo. This move worked to […]
Exploring the Impact of ‘Fourth Wing’: The Fantasy Novel Redefining Genre Boundaries
Rebecca Yarros’ Fourth Wing has taken the literary world by storm, offering readers a fresh take on the fantasy genre. Since its release, the novel has garnered widespread attention for its bold storytelling, dynamic characters, and seamless blending of multiple genres, pushing the boundaries of traditional fantasy narratives. At its core, Fourth Wing follows protagonist Violet Sorrengail as she […]
Brooklyn woman in Florida discusses the importance of community during Hurricane
As the weather gets colder in the tristate area, New Jerseyians and New Yorkers alike are heading south for some warmth. That was the case for Ajua Ampadu and her family, who got caught right outside of the eye of Hurricane Milton. Ampadu was in town visiting her mother Brenda, in Temple Terrace, Florida. The […]
Bandai Namco Announces New Sailor Moon Cosmetics Internationally
New cosmetics based on the popular Anime and Manga franchise Sailor Moon are set to release early next year. According to Bandai Namco, the limited-edition Sailor Moon: Miracle Romance, the seventh product in Creer Beaute’s Shining Moon Powder series, will be released in early 2025. Originally launched in 1995, Sailor Moon has grown into a beloved anime […]
