No, get your mind out of the gutter — I’m not referring to the classic purple emoji. What we are talking about is the greatest vegetable known to men and women. A vegetable that has stood the test of time amidst the countless changes of appearance. No matter if one deems it as a fruit […]
Month: June 2025
Why Pixar’s Elio Is Bombing
Pixar’s newest film, “Elio,” has just hit theaters on June 20, 2025 and has bombed abysmally. Its opening weekend performed at an embarrassing $21 million compared to its $250 million budget, which has set a record for Pixar’s lowest performing opening weekend, beating out the previous, staggeringly low, $30 million opening weekend set by “Elemental.” […]
Thrifting Is Just Gentrification in Disguise
Remember when your local thrift store was the best way to find new clothes on a budget? Now, that flannel that used to be $4 is costing you over $50 to take home. Thrifting’s whole goal used to be about serving low-income communities, but now it has become a trend that is actively harming them. […]
AI Joins the Fight Against Mosquito-Borne Diseases
Of all the applications that AI can be used for, insect tracking is something that is most unexpected. Research and development has been done with AI to incorporate it against the ever-present issues of diseases found with mosquitoes. In continents like Africa, mosquitoes pose a significant danger to animals and people, as their bodies often […]
The Gig Economy Reflected in Game Design
In the sprawling digital landscapes of games like “Cyberpunk 2077” and “Grand Theft Auto Online” (GTA Online), players are promised freedom — limitless cities, endless choices and the illusion of autonomy. But beneath the neon lights and high-octane missions lies a familiar grind: the fetch quest. These repetitive, low-stakes tasks mirror a deeper truth about […]
Trump’s Domestic Policy Bill and What It Means
Recently, a Republican house bill has been passed and approved, which will largely operate to further President Donald Trump’s ambitions, which largely entails tax changes as well as more monetary investment into military and anti-immigration efforts. As amendments to the bill are currently underway, Trumps seems to be pressuring his party to pass his bill […]
The Ethics of Fan Behavior in the Age of Social Media
In the age of social media, the fandom has evolved from a passive pastime into a participatory — and often polarizing — arena. What once took place in stadium bleachers or postgame bar debates now unfolds in real-time across Twitter threads, Instagram comments and Reddit forums. But as the digital megaphone grows louder so too […]
Sen. Thom Tillis Will Not Seek Reelection
North Carolina Senator, Thom Tillis, recently announced he will not seek reelection at the end of his term in 2026. This decision comes after a public disagreement with President Donald Trump over a spending bill. Tillis has represented North Carolina in the Senate since 2015, after winning the election in 2014 and securing reelection in […]
Why Kelz2busy is NYC’s Unsung Hero
New York City continues to be a hotspot for up-and-coming talent. Artists such as Laila, MIKE, Hurri Harran, Lexa Gates, Yaya Bey, and more have shown that the city is still a melting pot of hot, dope music. They’re all different soundscapes but evoke that classic NYC atmosphere: glowing skylights, sonorous terminals, and that fusion […]
The Problem with Marvel’s TV Shows
Marvel’s newest addition to the Disney+ streaming service is the show Ironheart, which has so far received mixed reviews from the audience. This has been a running trend with most of their shows as of late, only getting recognition when a show is slightly better than the ones that came before. Although these shows do […]
How Athleisure Will Continue to Be Demure
Hoodies. Sweat pants. Sneakers. Tracksuits Uggs.. What does all of this clothing have in common? Is it the brand choices? No. Is it the texture? No In fact, those accessories all comprise a recent fashion trend that is growing. Introducing the world of Athleisure. As far as I’m aware, the trend has its origins back […]
Are We Still Escaping or Just Consuming?
When “The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind” launched in 2002, it welcomed players into a fantasy land free from the burdens of reality — where one could explore uncharted lands without schedules, fees or a to-do list mimicking a 9-to-5. Two decades later, open-world games are no longer radical departures from everyday life. Instead, many have […]
