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Taina Queiroz Fonseca

Bio: Taina Queiroz Fonseca is an undergraduate student at Arizona State University, where she is pursuing a Bachelor’s in Journalism. Originally from São Luís, Brazil, she moved to the United States in 2013. She is fluent in both Portuguese and English and is a passionate storyteller with an interest in exploring music, film and entertainment. She has been published in Ka Leo News, Downtown Devil, and Blaze Radio, and worked as a floor director for Cronkite News where she improved her skills in reporting, writing, and broadcasting. Taina is excited to continue writing meaningful stories and striving to bring more quality journalism.
Music

Babyface Disrespected at Grammys Interview

Rapper Kenneth Brian Edmonds, better known by his artist name Babyface, was interrupted during an interview by reporters from the Associated Press at the Grammys in favor of interviewing Chappell Roan.  Associated Press reporter Krysta Fauria rudely interrupted Babyface while he was answering her fellow reporter, Leslie Ambriz’s question.  The ...

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Exclusive Feature

How ‘FnGoodmusic’ is Bringing Back Rock

Brett Wachtel didn't start off as a rock fan; he struggled to even listen to it. Though he made many attempts to connect with the genre, he never really rolled with it - hardly the start you'd expect from someone who now dreams of reviving rock music. In fact, Wachtel ...

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Flashback ArtistPast

Alanis Morissette

Flashback Artist of the Month for February 2025 Facebook Spotify Bio Ironic Bio Alanis Morisette is a Canadian-American singer-songwriter who began her career in the early 1990s. Her prolific career earned her 80 nominations and 38 awards. Morissette gained her success after releasing her album “Jagged Little Pill” in 1995, ...

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Music

Marianne Faithfull Dead at 78

Singer and actress Marianne Faithfull died Jan. 30, 2025, her spokesperson said.  Faithfull was popular for her song “As Tears Go By.” In the 1960s, she famously dated Rolling Stones frontman Mick Jagger and inspired the songs” Wild Horses” and “You Can’t Always Get What You Want.” Faithfull was born ...

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Sports

Mark Canha Could Return to the Mets

Former fan favorite Mark Canha was offered a “non-guaranteed” deal to return to the Mets, Jon Heyman from the New York Post reported. Canha spent the last two seasons with the Detroit Tigers and the San Francisco Giants but his offseason has been pretty quiet.  Spring training is right around ...

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Latest News

Hamas Frees Eight More Hostages

Hamas freed eight hostages on Jan. 30 as part of the ceasefire-hostage deal, NBC News reported.  Israel was set to release 110 Palestinian prisoners and detainees. Still, the Israeli prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, delayed the release of the Palestinians over the angry mob of people at the hostage handovers, calling ...

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Books

Which Modern Books Could Be Considered Classics?

What makes a “classic” novel such as “The Great Gatsby,” “The Catcher in the Rye,” and “To Kill a Mockingbird”? A classic novel must be able to stand the test of time with its complex characters and themes. It must remain relevant across different eras and continue to be read ...

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Sports

New York Jets Hire Aaron Glenn as Head Coach

Aaron Glenn, a former defensive coordinator for the Detroit Lions, has been hired as the new head coach of the New York Jets.  Glenn was the Jets’ first-round pick in 1994, and now he’s come back to take on the head coach role. This is truly a full-circle moment for ...

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Latest News

Federal Judge Blocks Trump’s Freeze on Aid

A federal judge has temporarily blocked President Trump’s efforts to freeze aid for Medicaid and education after policies confused the country. There have been many reactions to the Trump administration’s freeze, such as fear, confusion, and even lawsuits. Nonprofit organizations including the National Council of Nonprofits have filed suit in ...

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Movies

Why do Critics Love ‘Emilia Pérez’ and Fans Hate it?

“Emilia Pérez” is a film about a Mexican lawyer who has to help a cartel boss retire and transition into a woman. The film was quite a hit with critics, earning 13 Oscar nominations and 10 Golden Globe Nominations. However, if you look closely at what the audiences think, it’s ...

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Music

Kendrick Lamar Pressured to Remove “Not Like Us” from Super Bowl Setlist

The NFL announced that Lamar would headline the Super Bowl 59 halftime show back in September after his major success in 2024. Now, Kendrick Lamar is being pressured to remove “Not Like Us” from his Super Bowl halftime show. 2024 was the year that escalated Drake and Kendrick Lamar’s feud. With ...

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Music

New Music Coming Out Early 2025

Starting 2025 with some good tunes is vital to a successful year. These first few months, artists across genres are releasing brand new tracks you’re sure to love.  January 24th: The Bad Fire by Mogwai The Scottish post-rock band Mogwai will release its new album, “The Bad Fire,” today, January ...

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