Month: February 2026

Propaganda with a Side of Popcorn

Propaganda with a Side of Popcorn

Let’s take a look at some new movies released by Amazon that feature some troubling messages.  Der Tiger (The Tank) Released on Amazon Prime on January 2, 2026, this movie follows a Tiger tank team of German soldiers during WWII, tasked with completing a covert mission behind enemy lines to “rescue” a Colonel with important […]

The Death of Dressing Up

The Death of Dressing Up

“Oh, you’re wearing sweatpants? Outside of your own home? Wow, someone must be having a bad day!” Turned into.. “Wow, you wore jeans today! With nothing special going on today? Wow, someone must be feeling fancy!” Years ago, wearing sweatpants out and about gave you a free ticket to fashion jail. Sweatpants were primarily seen […]

Pizzagate, Propaganda, and Political Warfare

Pizzagate, Propaganda, and Political Warfare

It’s been ten years since the infamous 2016 Presidential Election, and it is still widely regarded as one of the most controversial elections of all time. The election featured candidates Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton, and the tension between the two candidates was very apparent to say the least. From fiery presidential debates where the […]

Mamdani Announces Five New Appointments

Mamdani Announces Five New Appointments

On January 31, 2026, Mayor of New York City Zohran Mamdani announced five new appointments. They are a part of core agencies within the city’s government, and appeal to Mamdani’s plan to ensure New York City is safer and more affordable for its residents.  Stanley Richard was appointed as the commissioner of New York City’s […]

There Needs To Be More Female Sports Bars

There Needs To Be More Female Sports Bars

​Sports bars are commonplace establishments, perfect for sports fans of all kinds to congregate and mingle. Their popularity shows no signs of slowing down, evolving from a place primarily for sports fans to a third space where anyone can join. Regardless, inclusivity has been an aspect that these spaces struggle with within the industry and […]

Minnesota’s New Symbol of Resistance

Minnesota’s New Symbol of Resistance

Minnesota citizens have adopted a new symbol of resistance against ICE. Created and posted to Reddit by Ferel_user, the “Rebel Loon” combines Minnesota’s state bird, the common loon, and the popular icon used by the Rebellion in Star Wars, the starbird. The icon also features colors from the state flag.  The creator of the symbol […]

Comfort Foodie

Comfort Foodie

Ah, as January has come and gone, we make way and welcome February with everything it has to offer.  With more cold, blistering weather, early sunsets, and slush, February as a month welcomes…. Nothing new when compared to January…  Actually, that is not completely true as February welcomes the warmth and personal intimacy for couples in the shape […]

Grammy Recap

Grammy Recap

Last night saw many things to kick off the beginning of February, from dazzling looks to much-deserved wins for celebrities in the music genre.  Whether you like the fast-paced rapping of Bad Bunny to the slow and sensual lyrics of the one and only Sabrina Carpenter, there was something for everyone at the 2026 Grammys!  To summarize […]

Why Energy Drinks Are Your Worst Enemy

Why Energy Drinks Are Your Worst Enemy

Trust me, we all know the iconic slogan “Red Bull gives you wings” —but I’m 100% confident that the slogan wasn’t meant to be taken literally. Energy drinks give you strength, energy, and dopamine boosts, but they can also give you anxiety, digestive issues, and cardiac troubles. The growing dependence on energy drinks should, if […]

NJ Governor Announces Portal to Track ICE Activity

NJ Governor Announces Portal to Track ICE Activity

“If you see an ICE agent in the street, get your phone out, we want to know,” said New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill as she announced a new state-run public portal to track ICE activity across the state.  The online portal is expected to launch within the next few days and will allow citizens to […]

Harrison Bader Signs with the San Francisco Giants

Harrison Bader Signs with the San Francisco Giants

After a fairly disappointing 2025 season, it looks like the San Francisco Giants have found a diamond in the rough. The Giants recently signed one of the hottest outfielders in the league, 9-year veteran Harrison Bader, to a 2-year, $20.5 million dollar contract. Bader, coming off of an extraordinary 2025 season in which he played […]

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