2026 has been struck with another huge tragedy as one of the leaders of the Civil Rights movement has sadly passed away this morning. Former presidential candidate and Civil Rights activist Jesse Jackson succumbed to the effects of his persisting neurological issues that he struggled with for many years. Jackson lived to the age of […]
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Fire Hydrant Blocked During Deadly Fire in Queens
On Sunday, February 15, 2026, just after 7 pm, the FDNY received multiple calls reporting a fire at 41-50 78th St., an apartment building in East Elmhurst between Broadway and Woodside Avenue. Upon arrival, the incident was classified as a heavy “all-hands fire,” and 21 FDNY units were dispatched, with a total of 79 firefighters […]
Inspiration or Imitation?
Fashion inspiration is everywhere around us. We see our future closet on social media, in advertisements, and even on the street. The world around us is our runway and many of us cannot wait to strut out the latest styles. When inspiration is everything, it is a thin line bordering on imitation on other individuals. […]
ICE Ending Operations in Minnesota
Tom Homan, the White House Border Czar, announced in a press conference on Thursday, February 12, that ICE operations are ending in Minnesota. Many people are skeptical of the news, with Governor Tim Walz saying he is “cautiously optimistic”. After the announcement, Walz also praised the actions of Minnesotans, saying, “the dignity, the compassion, the […]
Mejia Wins NJ District 11 Special Election Democratic Primary
The Democratic primary race for the special election in New Jersey’s 11th District has been called. Progressive organizer Analilia Mejia has won, beating almost a dozen other candidates, including former US representative Tom Malinowski. This special election is being held to fill the US House seat previously held by Mikie Sherrill. Sherrill resigned after winning […]
Can a Letter Save a Life?
It is no surprise that with all the bad things happening in the world, depression rates are increasing. Almost 20% of adults in the US have experienced depression disorder in the last year. I know there are countless things affecting my mental health right now. With the global rise in suicide deaths, could a letter […]
What is up with Fennell’s Casting in “Wuthering Heights”?
Let me start by saying I am not the biggest fan of Emily Brontë’s Wuthering Heights. However, the casting for the new film adaptation of the book, set to be released ahead of Valentine’s Day, has left me puzzled. This adaptation is directed, written, and produced by Emerald Fennell, who made her feature directorial debut […]
Conspiracy Theories: Interesting or Dangerous?
We see them around every corner–dark conspiracy theories behind almost every major political figure and group. The internet is known to deep dive into these theories and explore every possible explanation for certain situations. Many people indulge in these theories, both for personal knowledge and even for entertainment purposes. Oftentimes, we forget that despite them […]
How PinkPantheress is Becoming the Hottest New Pop Sensation
My name is Pink and I’m really glad to meet you—the opening line to one of PinkPantheress’s, now, most iconic songs to date. The song Illegal has spread like wildfire across TikTok, and many people have begun to recognize PinkPantheress as the pop genius that she is. Pink has become the newest artist to gain […]
The Future of Chocolate
With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, grocery store shelves are lined with heart-shaped boxes of chocolate. Chocolate is one of the most popular foods worldwide, with the average American eating around 12 pounds of chocolate a year. However, there are several issues with how cocoa is currently farmed, including environmental destruction through deforestation, climate […]
How Much Gun Control is Too Much Gun Control?
Gun violence has been an issue for several years now. I mean, it feels like everyday now that we see the news covering a mass shooting happening somewhere in our country. Whether in a school, movie theater, church, or even inside one’s own home, it feels like there’s no such thing as a safe place […]
Why Broke College Students Stay Broke
Believe it or not, college students have it pretty hard. Yeah, yeah—they may not be drowning with bills and debt like their parents are, but they get the early experience in adulthood where saving money feels almost impossible. College students typically have a lot of responsibilities to juggle outside of just the classroom, having bills […]
