The Jets were more than pleased to have Justin Fields be their newest quarterback. The team and fans have been excited to see Justin go through the training camp and come back with all the knowledge needed to become an asset. However, with Justin going through some problems during his training, some people are concerned […]
Month: August 2025
We Must Understand The Cultural and Educational Value of PBS
You know how the media’s gotten scattered these days? It often seems like catchy headlines phase out real critical thinking, and outlandish stories draw more attention than important subjects. Indeed, public broadcasting remains a crucial and indispensable institution that maintains its significant standing. It is not merely an antiquated artifact; rather, organizations such as the […]
If Your Boyfriend Doesn’t Think Your Outfit Is Weird, It’s Time to Step Up Your Wardrobe
If you’re anything like me, when you step out of your wardrobe, after crafting your latest outfit, you usually receive some side eye from your boyfriend. Sometimes even the occasional: “What are you wearing?” That’s usually how I know I’ve put together a good outfit. Fashion should always raise some eyebrows. Clothes are one of […]
Inflation’s Sticky Grip
Inflation continues its persistent climb, casting a long shadow over the economic landscape for American consumers and small businesses. While the overall Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose two-point-seven percent over the last twelve months ending in June, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the real pinch is felt acutely in essential sectors like […]
The Social Commentary of the Slasher Film
For decades, the slasher film genre of the 1970s and 1980s has been dismissed by critics and audiences alike as little more than a parade of gratuitous violence and cheap thrills. While the body counts were undeniably high and the special effects often gruesome, a closer look reveals that these films were far more than […]
The Country Comeback As Commentary on Our Culture
Country music is back, baby. With Zach Bryan selling out stadiums, Beyoncé dipping her toes into the genre with “Cowboy Carter” and new artists like Ella Langley taking off, one thing is clear – country is having its moment. But this revival goes deeper than just the music, it reflects a cultural shift. In the […]
American Public Media Isn’t Dead Yet
The Trump administration has dealt a major blow to public media funding in recent days. Popular institutions like the National Public Radio (NPR) and the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) have lost federal funding due to the cuts to the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. It’s been a long time coming for Trump and his allies, who […]
RFK Pulls Funding for mRNA Vaccines
United States health secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., announced on Tuesday that The Department of Health and Human Services has cancelled $500 million in funding for mRNA vaccine development. The cancellation will impact 22 projects that work to develop vaccines for respiratory viruses, such as COVID-19 and the flu. mRNA, or messenger RNA, vaccines work […]
The UFC’s Dirty Little Secret: Why Weight Cutting Is a Ticking Time Bomb
The image of a gaunt fighter, barely able to stand on the scale, is a familiar and disturbing sight in mixed martial arts. For years, the practice of extreme weight cutting – shedding significant body mass often through severe dehydration, in the days leading up to a weigh-in – has been an open secret, a […]
This Isn’t Kindergarten: Day 1 as a Batboy
Ed Ott was a World Series Champion with the 1979 Pittsburgh Pirates and a true baseball lifer. By the time I met him, he had taken on a new role as the pitching coach for the New Jersey Jackals – a small-market independent league team that played with big-league heart. I was just 11 years […]
Casting Influencers as the New Theater Marketing
TikTok star, Charli D’Amelio, was recently cast as a dancer in the Broadway production “& Juliet,” drawing in a new fanbase. Social media stars aren’t just promoting shows anymore, but taking part in them. This encourages younger audiences to explore the theater world, but many wonder if these creators genuinely deserve their spot. Although many […]
Enter The Metaverse: Playing a Game of Isolation
The growing landscape of immersive virtual worlds, often claimed as the next frontier of human interaction and commerce, carries with it a significant, yet often understated, potential for negative societal impacts. While the allure of limitless digital realms is undeniable, a critical examination reveals looming concerns over social isolation, addiction, mental health degradation and widening […]
