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A Timeless Debate: Are Boneless Wings Really Oversized Chicken Nuggets?

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Does Sports Media Ignore Chronic Illness Until It’s a Headline?

By Kelsey Iffert
- Friday, July 31, 2026

Imagine you are watching the news and suddenly, someone starts talking about a famous athlete who had a meltdown because a referee didn’t count their goal. Now every news channel is talking about this, and you find out they have bipolar disorder or something. Would you know that he had...

Latest News

New York Files Lawsuit Against Kalshi

By Sreedevi Rajesh
- Friday, July 31, 2026

New York has filed a lawsuit against the prediction market platform Kalshi, claiming the company offers unauthorized betting/gambling services within the state. Officials argue that some of Kalshi’s event contracts violate New York gambling laws and should be regulated. So what is Kalshi? Kalshi allows app users to trade contracts...

Politics

Should Parents Have More Say Over School Curriculum?

By Kelsey Iffert
- Friday, July 31, 2026

When I was in high school there we subjects that I had to take in order to graduate that just didn’t make sense to me. For example, I think that some subjects should of been electives, such as P.E, art class and music class. Who wants to take art when...

Sports

LeBron James Signing with the Philadelphia 76ers

By Sreedevi Rajesh
- Thursday, July 30, 2026

LeBron James signing with the Philadelphia 76ers was the right move in my opinion. For the final chapter of his legendary career, this was the best move. In my opinion, he chose the team that gives him the best chance to compete for one more NBA championship. LeBron joined Philadelphia...

Politics

Why Abortion Should Not Be Banned

By Sreedevi Rajesh
- Thursday, July 30, 2026

Abortion is a right; it helps millions of women across the world prevent unwanted pregnancies and is healthcare. Abortion is one of the most debated issues in society, but banning it is not the best solution. Laws should protect people’s rights while recognizing that every pregnancy is different and can...

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Mamdani City-Owned Grocery Store Plans to Offer 30% Discounts on Essential Goods

By Caitlyn Taylor
- Thursday, July 30, 2026

An update on New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani’s city-run grocery store plans was unveiled on Monday. According to the announcement, the five new city-run grocery stores will have a core basket of groceries that are 30 percent cheaper. This discount includes fresh produce, meat and seafood, along and an...

Politics

Is the American Dream Still Realistic?

By Kelsey Iffert
- Wednesday, July 29, 2026

Back in the day everyone wanted the “American Dream” which was a nice house with a white picket fence, a pretty housewife, some kids and a amazing job that let’s you afford luxuries and live comfortably. That was in the 90s or even earlier. Nowaday, this dream feels like just...