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Adrianne Smith

Bio: Adrianne Smith is a remote undergraduate student at Colorado State University, where she’s studying to attain her Bachelor’s in Journalism and Media Communications. Prior to this, she earned her Associate of Arts degree from Owens Community College in December of 2022. Her love for storytelling began during her childhood, where she’d read books alongside her grandmother, who also raised her. She has long aspired to become an author herself. With a love for fantasy, fiction, mystery, and romance—as well as music—she’s excited to grow as a writer through her work with NYC Tastemakers.
Latest News

Kimmel Breaks His Silence After Return to ABC

Jimmy Kimmel is back — and he didn’t waste any time addressing the elephant in the room. After being suspended by ABC last week, the late-night host started his show off by thanking everyone who checked in on him, calling out several of his fellow talk show hosts by name. ...

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Sports

The Blowout vs. the Nail-Biter: Which One’s More Fun?

I watched football on Sunday, and now I’m gonna talk about it like I actually know a thing or two (spoiler: I don’t — but the vibes usually tell me everything I need to know). The only two games I paid enough attention to to really comment on were the ...

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Politics

What Does Showing Up Really Mean in 2025?

Alright, I’ll say it: most of us are not spending our weekends trying to understand government stuff or showing up at city hall with a sign. Some people are (and truly, good for them), but the rest of us are just doing our best — juggling life, laundry, and whatever ...

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Politics

Learning About the Government Should Be Fun, Not Boring

Ask me how a bill becomes a law and I’ll stare at you like you just asked me to do long division in my head with no paper, no calculator and no hope. But ask me what snack I’d vote for? Suddenly, I’ve got a platform, a campaign, and a ...

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Beauty

My Skincare Routine Is One Product and Vibes

I have one skincare product. Just one. More specifically, it’s CeraVe Daily Moisturizing Lotion, a product I chose after exactly zero dermatology consultations but dozens of TikToks convinced me it was a solid choice. It sits on my bathroom sink like an overworked employee doing the job of seven people. ...

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Fashion

Hoodie Culture is My Comfort Zone

Let’s talk about the hoodie—the hidden gem of fashion. Often shoved to the back of the closet or dismissed as the lazy cousin of “real” style (unless you’re me, of course—I worship this item like it’s my holy grail). But here’s the truth: the hoodie might just be the most ...

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Latest News

Kimmel Receives Support from Fellow Hosts as Trump Targets TV Networks

In an unexpected turn of events that has shocked everyone in the entertainment business, Jimmy Kimmel has been suspended from ABC. With Kimmel off the air, a lot of people aren’t happy about it– including some of late night’s most influential voices. The network hasn’t offered a clear explanation for ...

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TV

What These Characters Taught Me About Loving People Who Don’t Love Themselves

Some of the most impactful characters on television aren’t the heroes or the chosen ones. They’re the ones who break your heart because they don’t know how to love themselves, no matter how deeply they’re loved by others. Watching Fiona Gallagher in “Shameless,” Dean Winchester in “Supernatural,” and Damon Salvatore ...

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Sports

Same Player, Different Jersey– Better Results

Sometimes in the NFL, it’s not about changing the player — it’s about changing the environment. A prime example of this is the resurgence of Daniel Jones with the Indianapolis Colts. After years of inconsistency and unmet expectations with the New York Giants, Jones was released from the team in ...

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Fashion

Cosplay Isn’t Just a Costume- It’s a Kind of Magic

Cosplay isn’t just about wearing a costume – it’s about becoming part of a story you love. For fans, dressing as their favorite characters is more than just for entertainment; it’s a form of art. It transforms fictional, imaginative characters into something real – something full of heart. Similar to ...

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Beauty

I Don’t Wear Makeup, But I Love Watching Other People Do It

I don’t wear makeup. Not for any particular reason, and not because I have a strong stance against it. I just never truly picked it up. I’ve never owned a foundation brush, never contoured my cheekbones and couldn’t tell you the difference between warm and cool tones if my life ...

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Beauty

The First Time I Realized I’m “Supposed” to Wear Makeup

Picture this: it’s the night of your 6th grade dance, and you’ve been counting down the days for weeks. You’ve never been to a school dance before, so you have no real idea what to expect. It doesn’t matter that it’s just “Neon Night.” It’s your first dance, and that ...

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