Day: September 17, 2025

Bad Sports Marketing: Energy Drinks Don’t Mix with Rigorous Physical Activity

Bad Sports Marketing: Energy Drinks Don’t Mix with Rigorous Physical Activity

Every major sporting event, from televised football games to grassroots skateboarding competitions features them. Banners, commercials and star athletes all proclaim the same message: The secret to peak performance is a brightly colored can of liquid energy. These beverages, packed with a potent brew of caffeine, sugar and artificial stimulants have been brilliantly marketed as […]

Cosplay Isn’t Just a Costume- It’s a Kind of Magic

Cosplay isn’t just about wearing a costume – it’s about becoming part of a story you love. For fans, dressing as their favorite characters is more than just for entertainment; it’s a form of art. It transforms fictional, imaginative characters into something real – something full of heart. Similar to traditional fashion, cosplay is a […]

The Cost Of Shock Value: Does Dababy Have Good Intentions?

The Cost Of Shock Value: Does Dababy Have Good Intentions?

The world was horrified over the shocking death of Iryna Zarutska. A Ukrainian immigrant who was murdered while commuting on a light rail line in Charlotte, North Carolina. It was a sign that the United States had an issue with mental health. Considering the suspect was diagnosed with schizophrenia. Yet, was still released without any […]

The Bionicle: A Masterclass in Storytelling for Children’s Books

The Bionicle: A Masterclass in Storytelling for Children’s Books

A plastic Kanohi mask clicking into place probably isn’t the first thing you think of as a literary awakening. But for kids in the early 2000s, LEGO’s “Bionicle” was exactly that — a secret gateway to sophisticated storytelling and the giants of sci-fi and fantasy. “Bionicle” was more than just a toy line. It was […]

NYC Ferry Breaks Ridership Records

Surging demand has pushed the New York City ferry system to record-breaking ridership, causing authorities to consider expanding this popular service. According to Bloomberg, the service set a new benchmark, logging over one million boardings in August alone—a 17 percent increase compared to the previous August. Overseen by New York City’s Economic Development Corporation, the […]

I Don’t Wear Makeup, But I Love Watching Other People Do It

I don’t wear makeup. Not for any particular reason, and not because I have a strong stance against it. I just never truly picked it up. I’ve never owned a foundation brush, never contoured my cheekbones and couldn’t tell you the difference between warm and cool tones if my life depended on it. Still, I’ve […]

Is NY Liberty Finally Regaining Form?

Is NY Liberty Finally Regaining Form?

The WNBA playoffs have arrived, and I have not felt so disappointed in regards to the postseason. This feeling stems from most of the superstar players such as Caitlyn Clark and Angel Reese being unavailable. Whether due to injury or suspension, the fact the big dogs ain’t playing is sad. The New York Liberty is […]

Let’s Talk About Concealed Carry Laws

Let’s Talk About Concealed Carry Laws

In recent years, a growing number of states have adopted so-called “permitless carry” laws, allowing individuals to carry concealed or open firearms in public without a government-issued license or the training it often requires. Proponents argue this trend aligns with the constitutional right to bear arms, empowering law-abiding citizens to defend themselves without bureaucratic hurdles. […]

Faith That Stands Firm in the Storm

Faith That Stands Firm in the Storm

Yesterday, I had the privilege of traveling to Rutgers University to meet with Pastors Cliffe Knechtle and his son Stuart. These two men have become some of the most influential pastors in the nation, known for their decades of work visiting college campuses and tackling the toughest, most pressing questions students wrestle with. Their reach […]

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