Apocalypse shows are strange, and I mean that in the nicest way possible. The entire world is literally falling apart, and people are being forced to make these choices that I couldn’t possibly imagine doing myself. They have to fight just to survive and make risky decisions on whether or not they can trust the […]
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Manhattan Day Care Already Investigated for Abuse Faces New Safety Incident
A Manhattan day care center is drawing new concern after a serious safety mistake. Bright Horizons at Columbus Circle says that on October 27, a staff member accidentally filled a water pitcher with a diluted cleaning solution instead of fresh drinking water. Parents report that the contaminated water was then served to children during snack […]
The Secret Struggle of Eating Healthy While Loving “Junk Food”
Recently, I’ve come to terms with the fact that while eating healthy is one thing, loving junk food is another. My attempts to find a balance between the two are a constant struggle, admittedly full of defeat more often than not. While most of us are well aware we should be eating things like vegetables, whole grains […]
Why Comparison Kills Our Sense of Beauty
Sometimes, I think scrolling through social media can feel miserable rather than leisurely, and that’s coming from someone who checks Facebook like it’s the newspaper and watches TikToks every day. Every time I log on, I feel like all I see is this perfect hair, people with skin that looks perfectly clear and almost glowing […]
A Sudden End: Giants Fire Daboll Amid Frustration and Falling Results
The New York Giants shocked football fans by firing head coach Brian Daboll just four games into his fourth season with them. The decision took place just after the Giants lost 24-20 to the Chicago Bears, which left the team at 2–8. Daboll’s time in New York began with some great things. In fact, he […]
Officer Hurt After Shotgun Attack in Brooklyn, Police Say
An NYPD officer was shot in the face early Monday morning after a man opened fire with a shotgun in Brownsville. The incident began at about 6 a.m. when officers responded to a report of a person shot on Thomas S. Boyland Street between Hegeman Avenue and Linden Boulevard. At the scene, they found a […]
The Drama of Outfit Planning for Zoom Calls
I never thought picking an outfit could feel like I’m preparing for a production of my life, but Zoom changed everything for me. Suddenly, what I choose to wear for the day isn’t just about what I want to wear, which is sweatpants and a sweatshirt. It’s about how I’ll look on camera. I need to ensure […]
Jets Player Kris Boyd Shot in New York
Kris Boyd, cornerback for the New York Jets, was critically injured Sunday morning in a shooting in Midtown Manhattan. According to the New York Police Department, police officers responded to a call at about 2 a.m. outside Sei Less restaurant. When they arrived on scene, they found the 29‑year-old man with a gunshot wound to his abdomen. […]
91-Year-Old Staten Islander Wrongly Ticketed Over Someone Else’s Tampered License Plate
A 91-year-old Staten Island resident was shocked to find thousands of dollars in traffic fines for a car he didn’t even drive. Instead, officials said someone copied his license plate and used it on another vehicle. The man, who usually drives only to church or the nearby store according to his daughter, began receiving bills […]
The Secret Struggle of Finding Time to Read
Bookworms, let’s be honest here: finding time to read is a lot harder than it sounds. I love to read and would do so in a heartbeat if given the chance, but unfortunately, life tends to get in the way of that. There are always other things going on that need prioritizing like work, school, chores, family […]
The Subtle Psychology of Disney Villains
When I was younger, I despised the Disney villains just like any other kid would. They hurt the princess in some way, so they were immediately written off by me. Now that I’m an adult, I find them fascinating because they’re representations of the feelings and parts of us we try to hide away: greed, […]
Governor Hochul Puts Hold on New York’s All-Electric Building Plan
Governor Kathy Hochul has decided to delay the start of New York’s all-electric building law, which was supposed to begin next year. The decision came because a court case challenges the law. The law, known as the All-Electric Buildings Act, was passed in 2023. It requires new buildings under seven stories to use only electric […]
