Following Musk’s takeover, hate speech on X reportedly increased by 50%, raising concerns about the social media platforms’ capacity to spread harmful information. Since Elon Musk acquired X, formerly Twitter, in October 2022, the platform has undergone significant changes, including debates over free speech content control. As one of his first acts as a new […]
Month: February 2025
Is the One-Hit Wonder Phenomenon a Blessing or a Curse?
The music industry is already a fast environment, and fame can be forgotten as quickly as it came. The ones who struggle with it most? One-hit wonders. Artists referred to as One-hit wonders are artists who achieve massive success but only on a single track. One-hit wonders struggle to find success within the music industry […]
Avengers: Doomsday Filming to Begin March 2025
A new installment in the Avengers franchise is set to begin filming in the next month. Avengers: Doomsday is the fifth film in Marvel’s Avengers franchise and will be the first appearance of the beloved. superhero team since the 2019 release of Avengers: Endgame. While little has been said concerning the movie’s plot since its […]
NFL drafts 2025: scouts weigh in on deep and intriguing quarterback class
The 2025 NFL Draft is shaping up to be one of the most exciting in recent years, especially when it comes to the quarterback class. Scouts and analysts agree that this year’s group is both deep and diverse, with multiple prospects who could develop into franchise players. Unlike drafts where one or two quarterbacks dominate […]
Abortion laws clash: Louisiana and Texas cases set to heighten interstate tensions
A significant national dispute over reproductive rights is being set up by the escalating legal challenges over abortion restrictions in Texas and Luisiana. With courts, advocacy organizations and lawmakers sharply split, legal challenges are growing as both states enforce some of the nation’s strictest abortion laws. A lawsuit has surfaced in Louisiana after a lady […]
Shopify removes Ye’s store Swastika T-shirts amid controversy
E-commerce giant Shopify has removed Ye (formerly Kanye West) after it was found selling T-shirts featuring a swastika. The move comes amid widespread backlash over Ye’s controversial behavior and statements in recent years. The Controversy The swastika, which is commonly known as a hate sign because of its connection to Nazi Germany, was featured in […]
Our Top 2025 Super Bowl Commercials
Super Bowl Sunday ended at 40-22 with a massive Eagles win. American families gathered with relatives and tasty snacks right in front of the TV. Using the football game as convenient bathroom breaks for the real entertainment of the night, the commercials, we at NYC Tastemakers picked the top five commercials that stole the show. […]
Author Admits to Using AI to Write Parts of Her Novel
Rie Kudan or Rie Qudan revealed that her novel, which won Japan’s highest literary award for its story about futuristic Tokyo, in which generative AI is everywhere, is 5% AI. Kudan’s book, “Tokyo-to Dojo-to” (Tokyo Sympathy Tower), is about an architect designing a high-rise prison tower in a near-future Tokyo. The architect, Sara Makina, calls […]
From metallic gold to feathers: 2025’s most opulent looks
In 2025, Luxury, drama, and daring statements will be the key components of fashion. The runway is feeling glamorous again this year as designers embrace opulence with feathers, glittering gold and sumptuous fabrics. From high fashion to everyday wear, the trend is clear—bigger, bolder, and more extravagant. Metallic gold, a hue that represents riches and […]
Rugby World Cup 2025: can New Zealand defend their title?
One of the most anticipated competitions in the history of the sports is expected to be Rugby World Cup 2025. Teams are preparing for the challenges and all eyes are on New Zealand, the current champions, as they get ready to defend their championship. The All Blacks have long dominated rugby world; however, the great […]
Why We Shouldn’t Romanticize Authentic Foods
Authentic food is genuine, original, and true to its cultural and geographical origins. It’s made with real ingredients from specific places and prepared using traditional methods rather than industrialized ones. Authenticity in food ensures its quality, freshness, and economic prosperity to the sellers. You see the word everywhere; it’s the gold standard, the ultimate accomplishment […]
Plane With 10 Onboard Missing in Alaska
The Bering Air Caravan, a small passenger aircraft carrying 10 people, has gone missing while flying across Alaska’s Norton Sound south of the Arctic Circle. The plane was en route from Unalakleet to Nome on Thursday afternoon when it disappeared from radar less than an hour after takeoff. David Olson, the director of operations for […]
