Sony Music Publishing has acquired Hipgnosis Songs Group, which follows its rebranding to Recognition Music Group three months ago. Hipgnosis’ copyright catalogue is immense, with over 4,000 copyrights such as songs from Justin Beiber, One Direction and Alex Warren. It’s very clearly a huge step forward for Sony Music Publishing for them to gain access […]
Month: June 2025
Pineapple on Pizza: Is it a Crime?
Hundreds of pizza toppings make up the large variety of choices when ordering or making pizza. Some toppings are universally respectable, like pepperoni or mushrooms. Other toppings are more out there and are available for those with more unique tastes. Among all these kinds of combinations, one topping is by far the most polarizing to […]
Thunderstorms Cause Over 200 Flight Delays and Cancellations at JFK Airport
Over the weekend, a multitude of combinations of bad weather resulted in a ground stop being issued and hundreds of delays and flight cancellations at John F. Kennedy International Airport. Many airlines that were impacted include, but are not limited to, Delta, JetBlue, WestJet and American. John F. Kennedy International Airport is one of the […]
Novels That Terrified Even Their Authors
Writing authentic horror is a unique talent. Unlike film, where you can rely on sound design, visuals and jump scares, written horror fiction must unsettle the reader with words alone. That challenge requires a trained gift, and what authors sometimes uncover in their own minds ends up terrifying them most. Here are a few novels […]
Trump’s Bold Move in Los Angeles Raises Questions
After the recent detainment of dozens of people, Los Angeles citizens took to the streets in protest. Trump responded by sending national guard officers to the scene–a move that has provoked much controversy. On Friday, June 6, a protesting crowd formed in LA’s Fashion District after Immigration and Customs Enforcement Agents arrived at an apparel […]
The Best Anime Shows to Watch for Beginners
People who are fond of anime often find it difficult to recommend it to those who are not fans themselves. Animation being regarded as a media for children is a common misconception in the United States, but there is more to it than just that. The main thing that puts people off watching anime is […]
Why The Nets Would Want Giannis Antetokounmpo
Since I was an embryo—I have always been a Nets fan. From the Jersey days of Jason Kidd leading them to finals to the now Brooklyn Barclay Center liveliness. I have no fear of representing black and white—even if my home state has shown allegiance to the sports culture of Philly and New York. However, […]
Stephen Kings TV Thriller the Institute Premieres
One of Steven King’s large array of stories is getting an adaptation, this time into a television series. “The Institute,” is a science-fiction horror novel released in 2019 and is about Luke Ellis, a boy with telekinesis, who is kidnapped and taken to a secret facility to be tested on. The novel is receiving a […]
Best Albums Released So Far in 2025
Now that 2025 is almost halfway over, it may be a good idea to take a look back at the year so far to see what kind of music albums have dropped over the past five months and six days and to see which ones are the most significant. One significant album worth mentioning was […]
How Gen Z’s Love for “Wrong” Proportions Challenges Beauty Standards
Gen Z is a generation that does not care about expectations, especially when it comes to fashion. They are constantly pushing the norms of what is considered fashionable– with oversized clothing, chunky shoes and loud accessories. Yes, this is a push to embrace individuality, but it is also a way to fight against restrictive beauty […]
Vance’s Trump Turn Tells the Whole GOP’s Story
J.D. Vance, the current Vice President to and fiercest ally of President Donald Trump, has not always been such a loyal supporter. Vance began as a skeptic to Trump, but as Trump’s influence surged, the party’s true identity and priorities became clear. Vance’s personal shift isn’t just about his affiliation, but it’s a clear reflection […]
Some Books Should Be Judged By Their Covers
“Don’t judge a book by its cover” is a phrase most of us have heard over and over again. It cautions judgments based on surface-level assumptions, and it’s a good lesson to learn. But, in the world of books, we need to admit that some books should be judged by their covers. Book covers aren’t […]
