Pineapple on pizza is one of the most argued food topics, but the issue is really about taste, not rules. Pizza works because it balances salty, fatty, acidic, and sweet flavors, and pineapple fits that mix. Its sweetness and acidity cut through rich cheese and salty meats like ham or bacon, adding contrast instead of […]
Day: July 1, 2026
Are Self-Checkout Lanes Helping Customers or Businesses More?
Until the 2010s everyone had to go stand in a line, put their items on the line, and have a very uncomfortable staring contest with the checkout lady(or man). You pay them, then take your bags and go on your way. Starting around 2010 they made the very convenient self checkout stations where customers can […]
Should We Ban Animal Testing?
To begin, this is a difficult subject for me to consider since I do not believe that this debate is so cut and dry as many people assume. To agree and say that we should ban animal testing ignores not only the potential advantages of animal testing but additionally disregards the confirmed benefits of animal testing […]
The Modern Gaming Industry Is Hinging On Grand Theft Auto VI’s Success
Grand Theft Auto VI’s release has been hotly anticipated since its first announcement in February 2022, over ten years since the release of Grand Theft Auto V. Delays have plagued the game since its announcement, but as its finalized release date later this year draws closer and closer, the hype hasn’t died; it’s almost intensified. […]
My Top Horror Movies
People often dismiss horror movies as nothing more than jump scares and gore, but I think that’s selling the genre short. Some of the best films ever made are horror movies because they explore and bring emotions like fear, grief, family, guilt, and survival in ways that few other genres can. One reason I love […]
We Need More Sensory-Friendly Healthcare Spaces
When I was a kid, going to the doctor was always stressful. There was rarely anything to play with while you waited, bright lights, people always talking, and other factors that make it so much worse for neurodivergents. Although I had no idea I was autistic/adhd at that age, it made it even worse for […]
AI Artist?
With the rise in popularity and prevalence, it seems that almost everywhere, companies are trying to incorporate the use of artificial intelligence. Especially with popular platforms such as Google, Microsoft, Amazon, and even Walmart, every company wants to hop on the bandwagon and profit from the use of AI. And now it is even reaching […]
Lust Island: Thoughts for Love Island USA
One particular show has taken the world by storm and somehow has made summer even hotter with each newly released episode. Showcasing young and beautiful singles as they try to search for love, this show has everyone seated as audiences watch contestants try to discover love in a luxury villa. Streaming exclusively on Peacock, the show of the summer that […]
Should It Be Mandatory for Kids to Play Sports?
Sports are a great way to keep active, especially in a world filled with unhealthy foods. Sports have many benefits for children. They help kids stay healthy, build confidence, and help them learn important skills like teamwork, discipline, and responsibility. Playing sports can also help reduce stress, improve mental health, and help children make new […]
The Beauty Industry Doesn’t Know What to Do With Chronic Skin Conditions
You see a makeup commercial, and all you see are women with flawless skin advertising a product that will get rid of age lines or bags under the eyes or anything like that. However, what you don’t see is women who have skin disorders or conditions that can’t be fixed by makeup. There is no […]
Do Schools Spend Too Much Time Preparing Students for College Instead of Adult Life?
When I was in high school, the pressure on me was to go to college. I wasn’t taught basic life skills like cooking and budgeting, or even just finding a place to live after moving out. Which for me, I was out on my own by 19 and didn’t have any furniture or anything to […]
Trump Administration Proposed Cutting New York Medicaid Funding
Medicaid is a government program that helps out low-income people pay for healthcare. During the Trump administration, officials proposed changes that would reduce federal Medicaid funding, including for New York, especially. The Trump administration sought to reduce Medicaid funding because it believed the program was becoming too expensive. Officials said cutting spending would help reduce […]
