An updated report from the Manhattan Institute revealed problems New York City faces with its mental illness crisis. The institute said this follows a 2018 report reviewing the city’s decade-long changes in programs for the seriously mentally ill. The city had previously changed how it treated the mentally ill through deinstitutionalization measures, which wouldn’t pressure […]
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Is YouTube Music Overtaking Spotify?
Spotify has struggled this year, alienating listeners with paywalls and new AI features, pushing more users to seek alternatives. While there aren’t a multitude of sites that fulfill the same needs as Spotify, YouTube Music has recently begun to seem like a serious competitor. YouTube has had a history of hosting music. On its main […]
Recent Poll Shows Mamdani Maintaining Lead In NYC Mayor Race
Zorhan Mamdani shocked the world with his success during the Democratic Primary for the upcoming New York City Mayor race in June. Three months later, a recent poll has revealed that Mamdani’s favorability has held steady amongst the public, and may have even grown. According to Politico, the New York Times/Siena College’s poll revealed that […]
We can thank Armani for diversifying female businesswear
While numerous designers have made significant contributions to the fashion industry, none has been more influential in diversifying women’s businesswear than Giorgio Armani. Born in 1934, Armani first made waves with his work at Cerruti 1881. His influence skyrocketed after he debuted his brand in 1975. Armani was successful because he could bridge gender divides […]
Beauty Product Prices Don’t Need To Be Higher Than They Already Are
Beauty products are undoubtedly a common product for women, and even men, to use in their daily life. The cosmetics Industry has expanded over the decades, offering a larger assortment of products and shades to help people become the best version of themselves possible. That said, in recent years, prices have climbed. Customers who aren’t […]
We Need More “Backyard Concerts”
The ability for music fans to see their favorite band at a concert has only grown more challenging during the years post the Covid-19 pandemic. So, to no one’s surprise, when videos of popular indie band All-American Rejects rocking it out in a college party hit social media, music fans were clamoring for answers. According […]
Why Aren’t Body Care Product Collaborations More Unisex?
Body care amongst men and women has been portrayed quite differently in the context of body care products. For decades, the beauty industry has been at the forefront of conversations around gendered products. Body washes are among the most preferred, often featuring scents like lavender and shea butter, which are often associated with femininity. That […]
Will Epigenetic Serums Be The New Normal?
The beauty industry has produced numerous products advertised to combat the effects of aging, and while most have yielded varying results, epigenetic serums may be the industry’s next golden goose. For those unaware, epigenetic serums are skin care products within the anti-aging skincare industry. What sets these products apart is that instead of working on […]
The 2000s Thin Body Tye Should Stay In The Past
Beauty trends have shifted over the decades, as have standards. The slim thick body type, made famous by celebrities like Kim Kardashian, ruled for years. However, as the 2020s began, interest in that look faded in popular culture. Now, a growing trend aims to revive the thin body type of the early 2000s, which is […]
The Paterson Water Main Crisis Might Be An Unfortunate Wakeup Call
A water main burst in Paterson, New Jersey, caused over 70,000 people to be under a boil water advisory for over a week. This not only hindered residents from cooking, cleaning, and using utilities at home, but also various restaurants and other businesses in the area. According to the Associated Press (AP), the affected water […]
Is Lacking Interactivity Holding Visual Novels Back?
Out of all the genres populating the video game industry, Visual Novels are some of the most unique. For the uninitiated, Visual Novels are a type of interactive narrative video game, or interactive fiction game that combines text-based storylines and static or partially animated visual images. Despite the genre originating from dating simulation games, […]
Will Bojangles Last In NYC?
A fast-food chain that’s been a staple in much of the Southeastern U.S. has recently opened its first location in New York City this week. First founded in 1977, Bojangles is a fast-food restaurant that specializes in Cajun fried chicken. With over 800 restaurants across several southeastern states, Bojangles is one of the most notable […]
