A federal judge’s recent ruling in the landmark antitrust case against Google has been hailed by some as a win for justice. After a five-year battle, the court declared Google an illegal monopoly. Yet, a closer look at the remedies reveals a verdict that is for consumers, a pyrrhic victory. The decision stops far short […]
Month: September 2025
How a Childhood Project on Yogi Berra Came Full Circle
“Passion Prevails” is something I say often. When you have genuine passion, it doesn’t just inspire you – it sustains you. It gives you the strength to push through the difficult days, the discipline to keep going when the work feels heavy, and the joy to celebrate even the small wins along the way. This past […]
Beauty Product Prices Don’t Need To Be Higher Than They Already Are
Beauty products are undoubtedly a common product for women, and even men, to use in their daily life. The cosmetics Industry has expanded over the decades, offering a larger assortment of products and shades to help people become the best version of themselves possible. That said, in recent years, prices have climbed. Customers who aren’t […]
The Rise of the ‘Messy Woman’ Archetype and How We View The Female Protagonist
For a long time, television was a pretty straightforward place for guys like me. We had our male anti-heroes — the mob bosses, the drug lords and the morally ambiguous cops. But something has changed. Now, a new kind of leading lady dominates our screens: the deeply, unapologetically flawed female. From the ruthless political climber […]
Is This The New Axis of Power?
The familiar handshake has become a statement of intent. The public displays of unity between Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin — recently on display at a grand military parade in Beijing, China (PRC) — are more than mere photo opportunities. They are the carefully orchestrated symbols of a deepening strategic alignment, […]
How Jean-Paul Lebosnoy Is a Bright Spot for The UFC
The UFC is in need of more fresh, enticing talents. Thanks to the legendary Dana White, the “Contender” series showcased a plethora of contestants awaiting the spotlight. Amidst the dimes, there was one that shined the brightest. Recently, at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas: Jean-Paul Lebosnoy faced Boston’s very own, Jack Congdon. Tempers flaring […]
Imminent Shutdown: Summer’s Over but The Heat’s on Congress
When the Government grinds to a halt so does the economy. Another deadline looms on Capitol Hill and with it comes the familiar, unsettling specter of a government shutdown. While some may dismiss these funding standoffs as political theater, the reality for millions of Americans is far more serious. A shutdown is not a simple […]
The Burden of Greatness: How We Mythologize Athletes into Symbols
The sports world has long celebrated its superstars, the ones who transcend their games to become household names. For a select few however, that celebration comes with an unwritten contract: a burden of cultural representation that extends far beyond the court. For Serena Williams and LeBron James, two of the most dominant athletes of their […]
We Need More “Backyard Concerts”
The ability for music fans to see their favorite band at a concert has only grown more challenging during the years post the Covid-19 pandemic. So, to no one’s surprise, when videos of popular indie band All-American Rejects rocking it out in a college party hit social media, music fans were clamoring for answers. According […]
The Tariff Trap: How US Brands Become Collateral Damage
The denim giant Levi Strauss & Co. is a quintessential symbol of American culture, its iconic jeans recognized on every continent. But the brand recently issued a stark warning that reveals a hidden and dangerous cost of United States (US) trade policy: the risk of becoming a political target. Levi’s warned in its United Kingdom […]
Tropical Storm Gabrielle Update: The Making of An Unseen Threat
After a slow and remarkably quiet start to the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season, a new sense of urgency is swirling off the coast of Africa. The likely formation of Tropical Storm Gabrielle, the seventh named storm of the season is a stark reminder that even a quiet opening chapter does not mean we can let […]
Though I’m Drowning For Now
The waves of lifeAre crashing on me.With each toss and turn I find myself in, I’m struggling:It’s getting harder to breathe. I search for a life vest,A glimmer of hope,Anything that can save me from this treacherous stormOr help me cope. I feel like I’m drowning.I want to be found,But every time I break surface, […]
