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When you hear Rico Nasty’s signature call of “KENNY!” at the beginning of a track, you know you’re in for a treat. Maria-Cecilia Simone Kelly, better known as Rico Nasty, is one of the most underrated, underhyped female rappers. I have been engrossed in her music since her early days...

Providing humanitarian and military aid to allies is a common way that the United States shows its support and defense of democracy. However, many hidden little acts rest in the fine print of these bills. No one in their right mind would vote against providing aid to people who are...

If you grew up in the ‘90s or 2000s, you’ve likely had a delectable Lunchable. From salty crackers, deli meats, and cheese kits, to tiny chicken nuggets, to (my personal favorite) nachos, Lunchables are a staple for American children and young adults. It’s a quick, easy lunch to pack, and...

Nike revealed several designs for women’s track athletes to be worn at the Paris Olympics this summer, and female athletes are not happy. One outfit in particular is drawing ire: a rather revealing, tight leotard with a particularly high cut on the hips. Even on the mannequin, you can see...

While we are all focused on the presidential election, we turn a blind eye to our own elected local and state officials. You can debate the upcoming 2024 election until you’re blue in the face, but Congress controls the legislation being written. Senators and representatives, who are voted in by...

Twenty years have passed since the media first broke the news that the CIA was torturing prisoners in the Abu Ghraib prison and other prisons in Iraq. Not only did they torture the detainees, but they took dehumanizing photos of them; U.S. soldiers stood smiling and laughing in front of...

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