There are multiple types of these plastic-rock hybrids. Plastistones are formed when plastic melts and bonds with existing rocks. Plastistone is used as an “umbrella term” for these plastic and rock mixtures. Other categories of plastistones include plastiglomerates, which are rocks made from sedimentary particles and other debris held together by melted plastic. First discovered […]
Month: January 2026
Should the US Adopt France’s “Supermarket Law” for Food Waste?
Next month will mark 10 years since France enacted “Loi Garot”, a law to regulate food waste from supermarkets. As of 2016, 18% of the food produced in France went to waste, approximately 10 million tonnes. Originally pioneered by councilman Arash Derambarsh, this law proposed that supermarkets larger than 400 square meters be “forbidden to […]
When Did Fashion Become “Too Much?”
A common statement among young girls when figuring out what outfit to wear to an event often is, “Is this too much?” We find ourselves worrying about if we are overdressed or if a certain piece does not exactly match the vibe of everyone else. Now more than ever, anxiety stems from fashion and we […]
SINNERS’ Win At The Golden Globes Proves What The Future Of Films Should Be
The 83rd Golden Globe Awards show was one of the few exciting award shows in recent years. The January 12th event was an exciting time for many, especially the cast and crew of the hit 2025 horror film SINNERS. The film won two awards at the event, the Golden Globe Award for Cinematic and Box […]
Trump Cracks Down on Altering National Park Passes
What do you think of when you hear the words “national parks”? Is it the gorgeous landscapes of the Grand Canyon, the rocky coastlines in Acadia, or one of the many majestic creatures that call national parks home? It shouldn’t come as a surprise that the passes used to enter national parks would showcase photographs […]
The Rise of Women in Sports
From hardly being included in the conversation, to filling jobs that have been primarily dominated by men, women are rising in the sports industry quicker than ever. There are more and more women in all aspects of the industry–from broadcasting, journalism, photography, and even refereeing. Not only does this create more diversity in the sports […]
Youth Solitary Confinement Lawsuit
A lawsuit has opened in the Southern District of New York City regarding the usage of solitary confinement for minors. According to the lawsuit, youth who have been placed in juvenile detention are being held in abusive conditions within solitary confinement. This is lasting for a range of a few days, months, or even years […]
Will “Everybody’s Album” Ever Reach the #1 Spot on the Billboard Charts?
“Do you want to be a part of internet history?” This is what you are asked when you visit the Everybody’s Album website. Everybody’s Album is a public project where people can submit their own 1-second recording or soundbite, which is then added to the album. The goal of the album is to reach the […]
Embarrassing Eagles Loss
Last night, saw the embarrassing loss of the Philadelphia Eagles against the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday, Jan 11, 2026. Ending the season with a huge loss against the 49ers, Eagles Fans are disappointed and frustrated that their beloved team will not make it to the Super Bowl for 2026. Starting off strong in […]
New Year, New Releases
As we welcome and embrace the new year of 2026, we additionally welcome and embrace the new book releases of this year! From rising new talents who are debuting their very first novel, to the established and esteemed novelists who have been in the business for decades, 2026 welcomes new and fresh stories from all talents! […]
The Importance of Behind-the-Scenes Footage
What was once something relegated to the “bonus features” section of a DVD is now becoming one of the ways filmmakers are combating the increase in AI-generated content. Studios have begun to focus on releasing behind-the-scenes footage as “proof” that their content was created by humans. With the introduction of programs that can create fully […]
US Supreme Court Case: What This Could Mean for Trans and LGBTQ+ Rights
Beginning on Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2026, the U.S. Supreme Court will hear two oral arguments brought up by two students who seek to challenge Republican laws in the states of Idaho and West Virginia. In what is sure to be two landmark arguments, the two cases, Little v. Hecox and West Virginia v. B.P.J., will challenge the […]
