Lauren Forte

Lauren Forte

Health and Wellness

Women’s History Month: Putting Your Mental Health First

The month of March commemorates Women’s History Month, a time to honor women of the past and recognize the contributions made by women daily. Celebrating others is important, but how often do we recognize our own achievements or even check on our own well-being? During busy times like Mardi Gras season, women often lack the energy to invest in their own mental well-being. Often, women feel guilty or selfish for prioritizing themselves.

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Latest News

NYC Police Search for Travis Scott After Alleged Nightclub Rampage

Police are searching for rapper Travis Scott after he allegedly punched a sound engineer and caused $12,000 in damages at a Manhattan nightclub early Wednesday. Police officers from Midtown Precinct South responded to Club Nebula on West 41st Street around 3:25 a.m. following a verbal dispute between Scott and a sound engineer.

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Photographer

William Dones

Photographer of the Month for March 2023 Facebook Instagram Bio Gallery Bio Born in Humacao, Puerto Rico but raised in the media capital of the world, a.k.a New York City, William Dones was first introduced to photography through his studies at Beach Channel High School. During his early twenties, photography …

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New Artist

Samara Joy

“New” Artist of the Month for March 2023 Facebook Twitter Instagram Youtube Mouse-pointer Bio Guess Who I Saw Today Bio With her upcoming Verve Records debut, Linger Awhile, Samara Joy could become the next mononymous jazz vocal sensation to join Sarah, Ella, and Billie. Anita Baker and Regina King have …

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Artist

Toro y Moi

Artist of the Month for March 2023 Twitter Instagram Youtube Bio The Loop Bio ‘Toro y Moi’ is the solo project of Columbia, South Carolina, native and resident Chaz Bear (aka Chaz Bundick). In 2009, Bear earned a BFA in Graphic Design from The University of South Carolina. When it …

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Flashback Athlete

Allen Iverson

Flashback Athlete of the Month for March 2023 Facebook Twitter Instagram Bio Highlight Bio Allen Iverson was born in Hampton, Virginia, on June 7, 1975. As an American basketball player, he’s known for both his explosive play and controversies. In his 14-year NBA career, he was known for his prolific …

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Underground Artist

Duckwrth

Underground Artist of the Month for March 2023 Facebook Twitter Instagram Youtube Bio Beg feat. Clay Bio Among the most promising artists of this generation, Duckwrth is a dynamic and up-and-coming artist on the west coast. Duckwrth’s creative style is clearly influenced by seminal acts such as The Pharcyde and …

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Latest News

2 Million Air Fryers Recalled After Reports of Machines Catching Fire

It was announced recently that a total of two million Cosori air fryers were being recalled by Atekcity due to the fact that they pose a fire and burn hazard, according to a notice from the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). It is possible for the wires connecting the air fryers to overheat, resulting in fire and burn hazards.

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DJ

Odesza

DJ of the Month for March 2023 Facebook Twitter Instagram Youtube Mouse-pointer Bio Hopeful Bio In 2012, ODESZA was formed at Western Washington University in Bellingham. It wasn’t until their senior year that Harrison Mills (aka Catacombkid) and Clayton Knight (aka Beaches Beaches) formed ODESZA. Things moved quickly after graduation, …

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Politics

House GOP Committees Plot to Investigate East Palestine Derailment

Multiple committee aides told CNN that House Republican committees are planning to investigate the toxic train disaster in East Palestine, Ohio. Several GOP lawmakers have pledged to investigate the Biden administration’s flawed response to a train wreck that caused East Palestine residents to be afraid to use the city’s air and municipal water after a train carrying toxic chemicals derailed on February 3.

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TV

Why Bluey is the Best Children’s Cartoon Right Now

If you have been anywhere near kids or the internet in recent months, then you have no doubt heard about a little blue dog named “Bluey.” Bluey is a cartoon about a family of dogs called the “Heelers.” The Heeler family includes 7-year-old Bluey, her 5-year-old sister, Bingo, their mum, Chilli, and their dad, Bandit. Now, it may sound silly, but this Australian cartoon has easily become one of my favorite shows. Not because of any thrilling plot or crazy budget. No. What makes this show so compelling to watch is its simplicity.

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Music

Rihanna To Perform At 2023 Oscars

A special performance by Rihanna just made the 2023 Oscars a lot more exciting. According to an announcement on Instagram, the Academy Awards announced that “Lift Me Up” from the “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” soundtrack would be performed by the 35-year-old singer on March 12.

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