Right when NY two historical, prestige teams are up against the wall: consecutive losses, depleted morale, and angry fans.. The New York Yankees and New York Mets appear to be bouncing back. After the summer slugfest that permeated the NY Baseball ecosystem, a bright spot appears to have emerged. This is especially true for the […]
Month: August 2025
Mic Check: The Echo Chamber Effect
In an increasingly fragmented media landscape, political podcasts have emerged as potent forces, quietly but effectively molding the ideological terrain. Beyond simply informing, these audio platforms delve deep into the minds of millions, shaping beliefs, reinforcing worldviews and often acting as direct architects of political thought. Their ascendancy demands a closer look at their profound […]
When the Air Turns Deadly: What Legionnaires’ Reveals About Urban Infrastructure
A recent surge in Legionnaires’ disease cases and deaths in dense urban centers, particularly a significant outbreak in Central Harlem is casting a harsh spotlight on the invisible threats posed by aging infrastructure and neglected maintenance in America’s older cities. With a rising death toll and a growing number of new infections, public health officials […]
Boxing’s Identity Crisis: Sport, Spectacle, or Social Commentary?
Boxing, once the gritty proving ground for the toughest of souls has morphed. It’s no longer just about the blood, sweat and tears shed in the ring; it’s now a vibrant, often volatile, platform for celebrity spectacle and political expression. The noble art of self-defense has found a new stage, one where social media reach […]
Why Aren’t Body Care Product Collaborations More Unisex?
Body care amongst men and women has been portrayed quite differently in the context of body care products. For decades, the beauty industry has been at the forefront of conversations around gendered products. Body washes are among the most preferred, often featuring scents like lavender and shea butter, which are often associated with femininity. That […]
Cradle of Filth Guitarist Fired Mid-Tour
In the eyes of many, the music genre of heavy metal can seem like loud noises and edgy costumes. As it turns out, the inside workings of bands and their management can be just as scary, which the public recently discovered with the band “Cradle of Filth”. Marek “Ashok” Šmerda, the former guitarist, was let […]
The AI Chip Chokehold: Nvidia Misses Out on Chinese Market Sales
A hypothetical proposal from a new Trump administration to demand a 15% share of Nvidia’s revenue from sales in China in exchange for critical export licenses has ignited a fierce debate among legal experts and industry observers, raising questions about government overreach, the potential for dangerous precedents and the legality of such an arrangement. The […]
The Negative Impact of Brexit
It has now been five years since Great Britain removed itself from the European Union. The desire to leave the union was mostly based on the dissatisfied thoughts and opinions the UK’s population had about the restrictions and regulations set upon them. Leaving the EU has had its upsides, but the country has also experienced […]
Why Coco Gauff Continues to Dominate
Last night at a bar, I was entrenched toward the TV. Now I wasn’t the only one, as a big group viewed the spectacle as well. It was the U.S. Open 2025 and the two players were going head to head: Coco Gauff and Ajla Tomlajanovic. To say the least, the match itself was intense. […]
Tragedy and Triumph: The Political Power of Commemoration
In a deeply polarized world where the truth of history is often contested terrain, museums dedicated to specific historical events are no longer just quiet halls of artifacts. They have become battlegrounds for public memory and crucial stages for political discourse. While their mission is to preserve and educate, the choices made in their curation […]
Minneapolis School Shooting: 20 Victims Reported at Annunciation Catholic School, Shooter Confirmed Dead
A gunman armed with a rifle, shotgun and pistol opened fire through the windows of a Minneapolis Catholic church Wednesday morning, killing two children and injuring 17 people in what the police chief called an “absolutely incomprehensible” act of violence. The shooter later died by suicide. The attack which unfolded during the first week of […]
Show Up Early – Something Good Is Bound to Happen
There’s a quiet kind of power in being early. In a world where most people arrive just in time (or even late)…being the first one there sets you apart. It’s not just about punctuality; it’s about positioning yourself for opportunities that others might miss. Some of the most valuable experiences I’ve had in professional baseball […]
