Activism amongst celebrities has always been a divisive topic. In recent years, this often gets roped into the equally controversial topic of politics within entertainment in general. Since the first Trump administration term, there has been a growing push to limit or get rid of politics within popular media entirely. While most of these talking […]
Month: May 2026
Why The Possible New York Ban Of Potassium Bromate Is So Controversial
A recently proposed ban on the food ingredient potassium bromate has sparked a surprising amount of controversy. New York Senate lawmakers recently voted to ban the popular food additive alongside others like red dye No. 3 and propylparaben in March. Potassium bromate to those within the bagel and pizza industry is considered a flour “improver” […]
Should Athletes Undergo Mandatory Mental Health Screenings?
Athletes have it hard with the training, the stress of winning games, and juggling life, such as family or even school. Sometimes the stress gets too hard for them, and they can drop into a deep depression or the complete opposite, and become angry or do something they regret later. I think every athlete, even […]
Why Working Full-Time Still Doesn’t Feel Financially Stable
Have you ever worked a 9-to-5 job, and once that beautiful payday finally comes, you are wondering why you are still barely making enough to live off of? Well, unfortunately, even if minimum wage goes up, so does the cost of living. Back in the 20s, rent might have been only 60$ or even as […]
Manhattan School of Music Presents: Human Expression in Song
On Monday, May 11th, 2026, at 7:30 PM, at Neidorff-Karpati Hall, 130 Claremont Ave, in New York, the Manhattan School of Music Chorale will trace a part of human expression in song, with a program spanning millennia and cultures, featuring music as varied as Lauriden’s “Les Chansons des Roses,” Schubert’s Mass in G, and Cook’s […]
Why I Prefer Movie Versions of Musical Theater Over Live
I’ve seen a few musicals in movie form in my lifetime, and I have to say I prefer sitting at home, under a cozy blanket, eating my favorite snacks, and having the power to pause whenever I want. As someone who hates loud noises, being surrounded by people I do not know, and uncomfortable seating, […]
Should Professional Athletes’ Salaries Be Capped?
We all know that professional athletes’ salaries are really high, and I can understand, given the injuries they go through, their legs being broken, knocked out teeth, etc. But even then, they should get a limited salary. It’s definitely not fair if someone who is better and makes more goals or whatever gets more than […]
Wattpad Gets a Bad Rep
If you are unaware, Wattpad is a popular website and app where people can create and read original stories of varying genres. From romance and forbidden love to mystery and danger, Wattpad has been the go-to place for teenagers and young adults to read and create different stories. However, despite Wattpad’s wide array of genres, […]
Should college education be free?
When it comes to college education, I know how expensive tuition can be, and if you can’t pay it off with financial aid, you’ll need to get scholarships and maybe even a loan. Some families can’t even afford to send their children to college because it’s so expensive in the United States. When it comes […]
A Teenager Was Arrested for a Deadly, Unprovoked Stabbing in Times Square That May Have Been Part of a Social Media Trend
A 17-year-old has been arrested in the deadly stabbing of a man in Times Square earlier this week, on Thursday, the police say. The suspect told the police that killing the 39-year-old, Leonidas Baez, started as a social media trend on Monday night. Baez was sleeping on the sidewalk when the teen approached and started […]
NYC’s Free World Cup Watch Parties Should Be Replicated In Other Major Sporting Events
The 2026 World Cup is looking to be the most expensive event in its history. The game and transportation ticket prices combined have caused countless controversies in the months leading up to the event. With how integral the event is to the average sports fan, many feel like this particular event will be impossible to […]
What Rameswamy Keeps Getting Wrong About The Ohio Election
Like many elections in the upcoming midterms, Ohio is shaping up to be among the most important. Unsurprisingly, Vivek Rameswamy has stood out as one of the most talked-about Republican candidates in the state’s upcoming gubernatorial race, but for all the wrong reasons. One would think, as a well-known Republican candidate who first entered the […]
