Month: June 2026

Schools Should Include Bicycle Lessons In Gym Class

There are many things, particularly in life skills, that people think are a given. For many people is a skill that is typically taught at an early age by a person’s parents or from a close family member. However, what was once a given childhood experience for many has been slowly drifting farther from average […]

What Progressives Get Wrong About Voting And Why It Hurts Everyone

Voting has been and continues to be a controversial topic within progressive spaces online and in real-life discussions. A majority of people who lean towards the left have either complicated views on voting or have completely separated themselves from even thinking about participating in the American electoral system. It’s a fact that quite a lot […]

Citizens Within The Tri-State Area Maybe Able To See The Northern Lights on Thursday

Americans living in the tri-state area may have a chance to see the northern lights later tonight. According to USA Today, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Space Weather Prediction Center has issued an alert for a G3 geomagnetic storm for today, June 4, and Friday, June 5. A geomagnetic storm is a major […]

Pizza Hut’s Book It Program Should Have Never Left

Literacy rates around the world have seen a significant dip, but the case of literacy within the United States has become an incredibly significant case, especially among the younger demographics. In the past, there was a wide range of programs and teaching methods that helped keep literacy rates up among young people. That said, in […]

Baggy Clothing is the New Era of Fashion

Before the 21st century, skinny jeans, leggings, and fitted clothing were some of the biggest fashion trends. People often paired skinny jeans with a cute top and considered it a stylish outfit. However, in the 21st century, there has been a noticeable shift toward baggier clothing, such as loose jeans, oversized shirts, and relaxed fits. […]

The Natural Hair Movement Helps More Than Just Black Diaspora

The perception around black hair from those within the black community and outside of it has led to an unfortunate culture that has encouraged people to either hide or straighten it with products and heat. While everyone is allowed to do with their hair however they wish, decades have shown that the harmful opinions people […]

Should Insurance be Free?

Should Insurance be Free?

Insurance should be free because it provides the protection that everyone needs, regardless of income and wealth. Life is very unpredictable, and events such as illness, accidents, or natural disasters can create sudden and overwhelming costs. Without insurance, many people are unable to financially recover from these situations, which can lead to long-term hardship. One […]

NYC trying to secure SNAP Benefit

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is one of the most important anti-hunger programs in the United States. Funded by the federal government, SNAP helps low-income individuals and families purchase groceries and gain access to nutritious food. As food prices and living costs continue to rise, many households rely on SNAP to meet their basic […]

The Strengths Neurodivergent Athletes Bring to Sports

Neurodivergents are known to be very focused, detail-oriented, and creative when it comes to everything, including sports. Some players will get distracted by the environment, but with neurodivergency, especially Autism, they pay attention to what is surrounding them. They notice when the other team has a particular way of doing things, like passing the ball […]

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