The state of New York once again saw its share of horrific violence a few days ago, when a mass shooting took place at a nightclub in Brooklyn. There were supposedly multiple gunmen who caused the bloodshed that resulted in three deaths and left many others wounded. The crime took place at the Taste of […]
Month: August 2025
The Power of Lobbying and Special Interests
American policymaking often dances to a tune set by financial contributions and organized interests. While ideals point to public good, money and well-coordinated groups subtly shape outcomes influencing profound, often understated ways. Campaign finance is crucial. Running for office, from local to national, demands significant funds. Candidates depend on donations for ads, staff and outreach. […]
Have Video Game Features Peaked or Are Game Developers Being Lazy?
In the ever-evolving world of video games, a peculiar paradox has emerged over the last three decades. We’ve witnessed incredible advancements in hardware, transforming once pixelated landscapes into breathtaking photorealistic worlds. Yet, despite this exponential growth in processing power, a nagging question persists: Why do many modern releases feel less optimized and less polished than […]
Shin Godzilla Nine Years Later: A Masterclass of Film Making
“Shin Godzilla,” released on Oct 11, 2016, directed by “Evangelion,” creator Hideaki Anno was instantly cemented as a timeless classic for the franchise. Fast forward nine more years and “Shin Godzilla,” just released a 4k re-release in theaters and it still holds up today as one of the best Godzilla movies ever made. “Shin Godzilla,” […]
A Proposition for Ping Pong Diplomacy 2.0
Political divisions often fracture our world. Yet, a bouncing ball or crowd’s roar can achieve what diplomacy sometimes cannot: unification. History shows this, from ancient Olympic truces to modern initiatives. Sports, inherently offer a universal language, connecting people beyond borders and beliefs. One remarkable instance of this “sports diplomacy” unfolded five decades ago. In 1971, […]
MAGA in Disagreement Over Trump’s Efforts to Reclassify Weed
Trump as of late has been considering plans to reconsider marijuana’s drug classification altogether, which has had many republicans as well as MAGA up in arms on whether they support Trump’s decision to do so or not. According to Axios, “Trump confirmed reports that he was considering reclassifying marijuana in the next few weeks, though […]
The Walking Dead Still Lives On…
You would think that a show that has lasted for fourteen years and spans across eleven seasons would finally be retired, but in the case of “The Walking Dead”, you would be wrong. While the original show had its final episode back in 2022, it is still being kept around by the many spin-offs that […]
East Coast Prepares for Hurricane Erin
It appears that another hurricane is picking up momentum near the East Coast. Hurricane Erin is unfortunately beginning to become a massive scare for many coastal residents who are now preparing for life-threatening waves and currents to be unleashed. As it stands right now, Hurricane Erin is expected to be a Category Four storm. One […]
Is The End Near For The Russian Vs. Ukraine War?
As the tides of the socio-political climate fluctuate, conflicts are still at the crossroads. The Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) protests, healthcare issues and economic hardships. The other side of the continent is dealing with a huge problem as well. A war that has affected the fate of European security. This Friday, United States President […]
Why Villains Are Now the Protagonists And What That Says About Us
When blockbuster movies are saturated with traditional heroes and villains, a fascinating shift inevitably occurs in cinematic storytelling: audiences are increasingly drawn to characters who blur the line between antihero and outright antagonist. From the gritty nihilism of Joker to the flamboyant ambition of Cruella, the monstrous charm of Venom and the chilling narcissism of […]
Federal vs. Local Authority: DEA Chief Terry Cole Named New Commissioner of DC Police
The recent announcement naming Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Chief Terry Cole as the “emergency police commissioner” for the District of Columbia’s (DC) Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) has ignited a fierce constitutional debate, thrusting the long-simmering tensions over the District of Columbia’s (DC) autonomy into an urgent legal and political showdown. The move, spearheaded by United […]
Purpose Over Paycheck
Last week, I had the privilege of helping the Ed Lucas Foundation as they hosted the annual David Cone Celebrity Golf Classic in New Jersey. For those unfamiliar, Ed Lucas was a legendary sportswriter who spent decades covering the New York Yankees. What made his story even more remarkable was that he did it all without sight. […]
