A new viral trend has surfaced on TikTok, calling out millennial burger joints, restaurants, and cafes for their overpriced trendy food. What exactly is a millennial burger joint? They’re usually characterized by their “quirkiness,” for example, using chalkboard menus, measuring cups to serve drinks to customers, or using anything but ...
For a lot of cultures, even in American culture, dressing up wasn’t just a necessity but a cultural expectation. So why is it that America has since stopped that tradition and chosen to wear sweats, leisurewear and Crocs everywhere? Formal attire used to be a staple of social life, and ...
It seems like every election cycle, people are faced with deciding whether to vote for the lesser of two evils or for no one. Some argue that casting a ballot for the “lesser of two evils” is a moral compromise, whereas others believe that sitting out of an election is ...
Some books hit you like a ton of bricks and leave a mark on you forever. The kind of books you still think about for weeks or even years later. In my case, I have Madeline Miller, M.L. Rio, and V.E. Schwab to thank for enlightening me with the power ...
Energy drink consumption is increasing, especially among teens and younger athletes, but the energy boost they can provide might not be worth the harmful effects. Some brands are obviously more harmful than others, including Reign, Bang, and Rockstar, but even eliminating the healthier energy drink options will be beneficial for ...
South Carolina is preparing to execute Brad Sigmon, convicted of killing his ex-girlfriend’s parents, by firing squad on Friday evening, the New York Times reported. According to the state’s execution methods, three volunteer corrections staff members will point rifles at Sigmon’s chest as he is strapped to a chair with ...
Assuming you have already read the headline, yes, “Anora” was a great film, and I adore its many aspects, starting with how the Oscars are finally awarding more independent films for their hard work. However, given the movies it was going against, “Anora” did not deserve the Oscar for Best ...
We’ve had many great modern musicals, such as “Hamilton,” written by the excellent Lin-Manuel Miranda, and “Dear Evan Hansen”, by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, but we’re still missing something. It’s as if the quality of our musicals has gone down. Don’t even get me started on the movie adaptation ...
The United States has long grappled with fluctuating global perceptions, often oscillating between admiration and animosity. Of course, to the Americans, everyone loves them, the world revolves around them, and people want to migrate to their fantastic country because they’re simply “the best.” This foolish, narcissistic and self-serving mindset is ...
Fashion has always been a form of self-expression, a reflection of culture, and activism. From the clothes we wear to work to the clothes we wear to a night out with friends, fashion plays a significant role in shaping how our identities are perceived. How a person dresses communicates aspects ...
On March 1, 2025, President Donald Trump signed an executive order declaring English as the official language of the United States. Now, government agencies and organizations receiving federal funds may choose not to offer services in any language other than English, AP News reported. Now, who will benefit from this? ...
The First Amendment of the United States Constitution protects freedom of speech and the freedom of the press. This means the press or media has the right to publish and share ideas, opinions, and news without government censorship. Well, it seems as if this is no longer true. The Trump ...
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