Game Fives are historically do-or-die games. A team that is usually in the lead is expected to close out the series. However, the Indiana Pacers apparently were not attuned as the New York Knicks were able to dominate the game—forcing a Game Six. The Knicks matched and adjusted toward the Pacers fast-paced game plan. To […]
Month: May 2025
Does the Executive Branch Have Too Much Power?
As is common knowledge, our government is split into three parts, Judicial, Executive and Legislative. This design philosophy falls under the principle and idea that not one side or person may hold too much power over the other, with each branch being able to make checks and balances with each other to maintain a democracy. […]
Former NYPD Commissioner Bernard Kerik Passed Away
On May 29 at 10:02 PM, The New York Police Department announced on X that former Police Commissioner Bernard Kerik has passed away at the age of 69 from a heart affliction. Kerik was Police Commissioner, oversaw the response of law enforcement during the deadly 9/11 attacks and was appointed by President George W. Bush […]
Yankees vs Dodgers Rematch Will be Interesting
Among the many teams in Major League Baseball, there has never been a more historic rivalry than the New York Yankees and Los Angeles Dodgers. Both teams have been competing against each other for many years, with consistent matchups occurring in many World Series. This year seems to be a continuation of this matchup, as […]
Where Should the Government Draw the Line in Censorship?
Information has never been more readily available than it is in our modern world. We can gather news from across the globe and carry a full library of knowledge in our phones. However, many countries have also restricted access to certain content, offering various justifications for censorship. With such a vast ocean of information available […]
Should Comfy Clothes Be Abolished From The Workplace?
The rise of geek culture had the added effect of revolutionizing how employees dress in the workplace. Desk jobs in sectors like technology encourage workers to dress more comfortably and spread from there. Currently, employees dress more casually at work than in previous decades. That said, the debate over casual and formal clothing has increased […]
Soundtracks: What is their Appeal and why may Someone Listen?
Whenever you play a video game, listen to an audiobook, or watch a movie or some sort of video on the internet, it’s typically incomplete without a soundtrack of some sort playing in the background. Without a soundtrack to set the mood or energy of a piece of media, it often may feel off-kilter, which […]
Teens Shouldn’t Be Using Anti-Aging Products
Teenagers are too worried about keeping their youthful faces forever. Collagen products, botox, and fillers are way too normalized amongst young women today. Let’s talk about anti-aging products first. Anti-aging products contain potent ingredients like retinoids, high-dose vitamins and acids. These ingredients are designed for mature skin and can be harsh on younger, more sensitive […]
Diddy trial live updates: Alleged victim ‘Mia’ takes the stand
Sean “Diddy” Combs’ former assistant told the jury in his federal sex crimes trial that he physically, emotionally, and sexually abused her while she worked for him. Combs was arrested in September 2024 and charged with sex trafficking, racketeering and transportation to engage in prostitution, but he has pleaded not guilty. The woman testified under […]
Free School Lunch Should Not Be As Controversial As It Is
With the rapid changes underway within the U.S. government, the question of where American taxpayer money should be spent grows larger. Topical issues, including food insecurity, are among the many that could be alleviated with the help of government assistance. However, not everyone agrees. For many people within and outside of government, food insecurity is […]
Knicks: Back Up Against the Wall
On Sunday, New York was in absolute high spirits as the New York Knicks finally captured their first win on the Indiana Pacers’ homecourt. What started as a rough performance became Karl Anthony Towns’s fourth-quarter heroics. He finished Game Three with 24 points and 15 rebounds, leading the Knicks 106 and Pacers 100. The Knicks […]
The Youth and Voting: Right or Responsibility?
Voting has been a hot topic of debate, even more so in the current day than ever. However, not everybody does it, especially the youth. According to CIRCLE (Center for Information and Research on Civic Learning and Engagement), “close to half of young people (47%) ages 18 to 29 cast a ballot in the 2024 […]
