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Caitlyn Taylor

Bio: Caitlyn Taylor is a graduate from Calvin University where she received a bachelor's degree in Interdisciplinary Studies. With a long time passion for video games, TV, and movies, Caitlyn took to journalism as a way to understand the ins and outs of her favorite industries. Caitlyn is ecstatic to join the NYC Tastemakers team, with the hopes of improving her skills as a writer and broadening her experience.
Food

Free School Lunch Should Not Be As Controversial As It Is

With the rapid changes underway within the U.S. government, the question of where American taxpayer money should be spent grows larger. Topical issues, including food insecurity, are among the many that could be alleviated with the help of government assistance. However, not everyone agrees. For many people within and outside ...

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Politics

The Trump Administration’s Massive Europe Tariffs Will Only Harm Americans

A whole new wave of tariffs has been announced by the Trump administration targeting our allies in Europe. These tariffs, like the ones previously announced by China, will have negative consequences for the livelihoods of American citizens.  Industries including pharmaceuticals, motor vehicles, and general machinery will be the ones taking ...

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Music

Why Connie Francis’s Pretty Little Baby Deserves Its Recent Comeback

TikTok is no stranger to trending audios, however, Connie Francis’s Pretty Little Baby seems to be one of the most deserving. Pretty Little Baby was originally released in 1962 as a B-side to her single “I’m Gonna Be Warm This Winter” and featured on her album Connie Francis Sings Second-Hand ...

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Theater

Why Broadway’s The Outsiders Is Helping Its Source Material’s Comeback

The Outsiders has quickly become one of Broadway’s most popular shows in recent years. Based on the novel of the same name, the musical debuted on Broadway in April 2024. This Tony Award-winning coming-of-age show follows teenager Ponyboy Curtis and his life in Tulsa, Oklahoma, amidst class struggles and clashes ...

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Politics

The Trump Administration’s Cuts To FEMA Will Lead To More Preventable Casualties

Following a series of tornadoes that tore through multiple midwestern states, the FEMA response has been negligible, leaving many to fend for themselves or rely on the support of understaffed local organizations. The recent cuts by DOGE to multiple federal departments are a major cause of this destruction. Meteorologists employed ...

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Politics

NYC’s Congestion Pricing Needs To Continue

New York City’s congestion pricing is doing its job. Since its beginning, New York City has seen fewer cars on the road, freeing up traffic, which has the added effect of fewer accidents and lowered air pollution.  Additionally, it has encouraged more pedestrians to use the buses and subway system. ...

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Latest News

NY Announces Free Community College For Adults In High-Demand Fields

Community college will be free for adults pursuing select degrees, according to a recent announcement by New York Governor Kathy Hochul. The governor had previously pitched the free community college program in January. According to Higher Ed Dive, Hochul proposed that the program could be an answer to alleviate the ...

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Politics

The Trump Administration’s Bias Towards White South African Refugees Is Thanks To Elon Musk

The Trump Administration’s welcoming of white South African refugees should not come as a surprise to anyone. White South Africans have been a group of people that right-leaning groups and politicians have centered on for years, with problematic ideologies like the Great Replacement theory.  While Trump has previously made comments ...

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Beauty

Makeup Products Are Still Toxic

The beauty industry is no stranger to bad business practices. Despite an increased effort by companies within the industry to turn to more sustainable and environmentally friendly methods, certain beauty products still contain toxic materials. The Environmental Working Group found that 88 toxic chemicals have been found in more than ...

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Latest News

Disney Announces Its First Middle Eastern Theme Park

The Walt Disney Company announced its first-ever theme park and resort in the Middle East Wednesday morning. According to the announcement, Disneyland Abu Dhabi will be the company’s seventh global theme park and is expected to be an entertainment hub for visitors across the Middle East, Africa, and more. Bob ...

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Politics

Could Gaming Culture Have Facilitated The Rise In Right-Leaning Media

The internet has currently seen the rise of many right-leaning figures. While progressive ideas still dominate most popular culture, conservative views have found a haven within online spaces. While there isn’t a specific reason as to why that is, the video game industry and the culture around it certainly are ...

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Latest News

Kohl’s CEO Ashley Buchanan Fired

Kohl CEO Ashley Buchanan has been terminated after 100 days In the position. The clothing retailer made the announcement Thursday morning on their website. According to the press release, Buchanan’s ouster was due to the results of an outside investigation overseen by the Audit Committee of the Board. The investigation ...

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