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Layla Handy

Bio: Layla is an intern at NYCTastemakers and a current college freshman majoring in English. She has a strong passion for writing and enjoys reading in her free time. Layla also values spending quality time with her family.
Health and Wellness

I Love a Girl’s Day

Personally, I do not feel complete until I have had a girl’s day. There is nothing like taking a break from your normal schedule, whether that be school, work, or other important obligations, and completely letting go!  Perhaps one of the best parts, at least for me, is being able ...

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Sports

Are Sports Becoming Performative?

Is anyone else’s feed on social media filled with sporting and exercising videos, or is that just me? Because it appears that everyday, when I open Instagram, I am hit with video after video that often record and document them exercising to get their “ideal body”. But something just appears ...

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Politics

Should There Be an Age Limit in Politics?

When considering all forms of government, there is one thing that boils down to that connects the different types of authority and government across the world: the age that holds power. Especially in American politics, many members of our Congress are often older than the people they govern. And while many people ...

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Sports

Aaron Rodgers Re-signing

After an official announcement released by the Steelers, it is finally confirmed that renowned player Aaron Rodgers will return to the team. Officially re-signing with the team on May 16, 2026, Rodgers is set to be the Steelers’ “starting quarterback” for the upcoming NFL season.    This is a long-awaited ...

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Movies

Tusk:WTF

I would consider myself a big horror movie fan. From physiological to the run-of-the-mill slasher, I can find something enjoyable in any subgenre of horror. And so I thought that the film, “Tusk” (2014) would be a fun watch for me and my sister to pass the time since I ...

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Music

Can We Truly Separate The Art From The Artist?

In our current society, seemingly more and more public figures within the government are being exposed as being horrible people. This additionally extends to the entertainment field, specifically the musical industry. However, instead of deplatforming such people and demonstrating that we do not condone their actions, we instead still listen ...

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Books

Wattpad Gets a Bad Rep

If you are unaware, Wattpad is a popular website and app where people can create and read original stories of varying genres. From romance and forbidden love to mystery and danger, Wattpad has been the go-to place for teenagers and young adults to read and create different stories. However, despite ...

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Fashion

Purses: My Guilty Pleasure

Okay, so I am a little late in my obsession with this, but trust me when I say: I love purses. Like, a lot. After buying a cute little purse last summer, my obsession with purses has awakened, and I fear it may never stop. And I do not want ...

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TV

Why We Like Star Wars

May the Fourth be with you, everyone! The time has come again as we celebrate and appreciate National Star Wars Day! First organized in 2011, based on the pun, “May the Force be with you,” we still recognize and celebrate the day in 2026! Until recently, May 4th was not ...

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Politics

I No Longer Recognize America

Seemingly, it looks like we stray farther from normal society towards a distorted and unfamiliar civilization that is reminiscent of dystopian books. Novels such as “1984” (1949), “Fahrenheit 451” (1953), “Animal Farm” (1945), and “The Handmaid’s Tale” (1985) used to seem so extreme and exaggerated to the point that they ...

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Sports

Why We Want to Belong

As a society, we often engage in sports for the wellness benefits of physical activity.  Whether it’s softball, rugby, football, or gymnastics, sports offer significant health benefits for players engaging in such physical activity. While this fact holds merit and is a valid advantage in playing sports, I argue that ...

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Top 5

Top 5 Local NYC Events for May 2026

Ah, it’s finally springtime, and we all know what that means: Warm weather, longer days, and most importantly, the fun events all over NYC!  If you’re ready to finally enjoy the warm weather and embrace the spring season as much as I am, look no further than our list of ...

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