In the year 2000, due to a successful vaccination program to keep the disease in check, measles was declared eliminated within the United States, but fast forward to the current day and measles have reportedly hit a record high since the past 33 years. According to the CDC, “As of July 8, 2025, a total […]
Month: July 2025
The Curse of the Highlight Reel
From the outside looking in, it appears excellence isn’t defined solely by wins or work ethic — it’s increasingly measured by how fast a clip can rack up likes. From acrobatic dunks to sideline antics, social media platforms have become the unofficial scorekeepers, prioritizing flash over fundamentals. This shift isn’t just aesthetic. It’s reshaping what […]
Trump’s Megabill Is Now Law – How Will This Shape 2026 Midterms?
President Donald Trump’s so-called “big beautiful bill” was signed into law on July 4, 2025. The law, that just barely passed through the legislative branch, will make tax cuts seen in Trump’s 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act permanent, while also increasing spending for security, defense and energy. The administration claims it will be paid […]
It’s Clear Why He Was a Big Leaguer
Back in 2013, during my first season working in professional baseball, I learned one of my most valuable lessons—not from a coach, but from a player. John Lindsey was one of two former Major Leaguers on our team that year. A powerful hitter and a former member of the Los Angeles Dodgers, Lindsey made it […]
John Summits NYC Music Festival
John Summit is an American DJ, songwriter and producer who has been well known for hosting events, most particularly of which being his record label Experts Only, which was established to promote his works and the works of many others and on Sept 20, 2025, Experts Only will be coming to New York City. Set […]
When The Show Plays A Role In The Discourse Shaping Online Identity
After examining the current media landscape and the online discussions centered around different interpretations of characters and the stories told about them, it’s plain to see that television is no longer just a medium for storytelling but a catalyst for identity formation and digital discourse. Today’s shows aren’t merely written to entertain; they’re engineered to […]
Why Are Food-Eating Contests Still So Popular?
The United States’ overconsumption of food has been a hot, critical topic within the population for years. Despite many efforts to combat these pressing issues, events that promote overeating, like eating competitions, have held onto their popularity. Unsurprisingly, the reasoning for the staying power of eating contests is complicated. Popular contests like Nathan’s Hot Dog […]
Umamusume: Pretty Derby Global Release Takes Gaming Community by Storm
Horse racing, especially in Japan, is a very popular sport, with the sport garnering a large audience, high betting turnover and strong cultural relevance would lead to many media being produced around it. “Umamusume: Pretty Derby,” is one such game, with the base premise being that of personified race horses. The game features a wide […]
What’s So Terrifying About Looking Older?
One of my friends recently called me in a panic, completely distraught over the discovery of her first gray hair. My mom can remember the first time she noticed wrinkles around her eyes. My aunt always mentions how lucky I am to still have some “bounce” to my skin. We have all collectively become obsessed […]
The Supreme Court Is Having a Legitimacy Crisis—And That’s the Point
The U.S. Supreme Court has long been regarded as the guardian of constitutional balance — a stabilizing force amid political turbulence. But in recent years, that perception has been tested. A series of high-profile rulings and ethical controversies have sparked growing concern across the political spectrum not just about the Court’s decisions but about the […]
How DreamWorks Made Live Action Adaptation Work
Disney has had a run of failures with their live-action adaptations for a while now, and everyone is pretty much over them. The theatrical releases of these films have been largely criticized by fans who are tired of seeing inferior versions of Disney classics. When DreamWorks first announced their plans for the “How to Train […]
Texas Flash Flood Death Toll Climbs to Over 100 People, Many Still Missing
A powerful flash flood struck Texas, beginning on July 4, and has led to widespread devastation and a mounting death toll. Authorities have confirmed that at least 105 people are dead, with dozens still unaccounted for. A flood notice was issued midday on Thursday, July 3, and the National Weather Service sent out an urgent […]
