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Elbia Vidal Castillo

Bio: Elbia Vidal Castillo is a third-year undergraduate student from Peru studying Digital and Print Journalism and Sociology. She has a deep passion for writing and story-telling, such as reading classic Latin American literature and international news. Both her love for writing and reading built her career path in journalism. As a journalist, she is excited to narrate different perspectives and provide a voice. Elbia is excited to participate in NYC Tastemakers to improve her abilities and learn more. In addition to pursuing her lifelong dream of becoming a better writer and editor, she sees this opportunity as a way to hone her storytelling skills and learn more about the stories that impact our world.
Politics

Religion shouldn’t influence political decisions (Op-Ed)

The proper role of religion in influencing political choices has long been a source of heated controversy in American politics. Supreme Court decisions and continuing disputes show how difficult it is to draw lines between religion and government, even if the First Amendment makes that distinction quite apparent. With this …

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Latest News

U.S. and China set to pave new ground in AI dialogue amid TikTok standoff

The two world powers are preparing for their first-ever high-level discussions on artificial intelligence (AI) soon, according to U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, which is a major move that might mean a change in U.S.-China ties. Regardless of the current impasse on the future of the famous social media …

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Music

Lana del Rey deserves a Grammy (Op-Ed)

Lana Del Rey’s exclusion from the winner’s circle is, without a question, the most flagrant theft in Grammy history. Del Rey has been making waves in the music business since her 2012 breakthrough with “Born To Die” which included well-known songs like ‘Nation Anthem’ and ‘Summertime Sadness.’ Her dedication to …

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Politics

Reproductive rights shouldn’t be a debate; it should be legal to protect women (Op-Ed)

No one can dispute the importance of reproductive rights to women’s health and independence; they are basic human rights. One of these rights is the autonomy to choose one’s own reproductive and bodily health care without governmental intervention. Reproductive justice has recently been in the spotlight because of the Supreme …

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Latest News

Supreme Court wraps up arguments on historic abortion case

An historic abortion case has reached a conclusion in the Supreme Court’s debate, paving the way for a possible game-changing ruling in the United States’s continuing fight over reproductive rights. The country is watching as the Biden administration challenges parts of Idaho’s extreme abortion ban in court. Advocates and legal …

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Sports

Is the NFL Doing Enough to Protect Players from the Long-Term Effects of Concussions? (Op-Ed)

Football is not a safe game. Despite the sport’s widespread appeal, participants should be aware of the risks they face, the most significant of which are physically demanding. While the NFL has taken many steps to ensure player safety throughout the years, certain dangers still exist. In recent years, worries …

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Politics

Banning homeless encampments should be considered something ‘cruel’ (Op-Ed)

The upcoming Supreme Court case challenging bans on homeless encampments will shed light on crucial societal issues regarding the treatment of vulnerable individuals. As the court prepares to assess the constitutionality of laws penalizing homeless people for camping in public areas, it’s essential to understand the broader context and consequences …

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Latest News

Supreme Court to decide if Biden administration can regulate ‘ghost guns’

The Supreme Court has decided to investigate the validity of the regulations put in place by the Biden administration to control so-called “ghost guns.” An ongoing legal dispute centers on the question of regulatory jurisdiction about these rifles, which may be built at home using kits that can be found …

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Sports

This year, the Olympics are looking promising (Op-Ed)

Anticipation for the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris is rising as the days lead to the big event. This year’s Games are planned to have many exciting new features and innovative programs, so they should be spectacular. The use of AI in different parts of the Olympics is one of …

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Latest News

NYPD arrested over 100 people during a pro-Palestinian protest at Columbia University

Mayor Eric Adams stated that over a hundred people were apprehended by the New York City Police Department (NYPD) during a pro-Palestinian rally on the Columbia institution campus after the president of the institution had requested their removal. Tensions rose when university president Nemat “Minouche” Shafik and other top officials …

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Movies

Movie Cartoons are for everyone, not just for kids (Op-Ed)

Many adults in today’s overworked society see animated films as little more than a harmless diversion. Movie cartoons, on the other hand, are attractive to different age groups, in my opinion. Despite their youthful target demographic, these stories have timeless themes and ideas that appeal to viewers of all generations. …

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Music

Taylor Swift’s new album “The Tortured Poets Department” will follow the aesthetic from Folklore and Evermore (Op-Ed)

Taylor Swift’s “The Tortured Poets Department” is going to carry on the tradition of her musical journey, which has always been an intricate web of change and discovery. Like her critically lauded previous works “Folklore” and “Evermore,” Swift’s new piece has a subdued tone and a wistful undercurrent. Subdued color …

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