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Some New York aficionados will remember when Jordan Clarkson made a cameo 3 years ago in the Instagram show, Sidetalk NYC’s 2nd Annual Water Balloon Fight. It was rather bizarre but pretty cool to see him have the time of his life. And who would think that in July 2025,...

For years, the American workforce was defined by “job-hopping,” a relentless pursuit of the next raise, the next title and the next opportunity. Today, a new anxious trend has taken hold: “job-hugging.” Workers are clinging to their current positions, not out of loyalty or satisfaction but out of fear. This...

Okay, it’s time I admit it: I like men’s fashion better. It started with a hoodie I “borrowed” and never gave back. Then came the pajama pants and soon after, I found a shirt in the wrong section at the mall. At one point, I even ended up with a...

The American soccer scene is changing fast. For the first time since the old North American Soccer League (NASL), the United States (US) might have two top-tier men’s leagues. The United Soccer League (USL) wants its best division to be on the same level as Major League Soccer (MLS). This...

When political parties champion a diverse slate of candidates or appoint individuals from marginalized communities to high-profile positions, it is often heralded as a sign of progress. These moments are shared across social media and celebrated in press releases as historic victories. But a closer look at this strategy reveals...

Let’s be honest – there’s little reason why listeners should be relying on the radio for music. With streaming platforms like Spotify, YouTube Music, Amazon Music and Apple Music, there’s no need to endure the commercial breaks and listen to the same songs on repeat. You can finally access what...

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