The world of theater arts is known for being highly exaggerated and performative as some of the world’s best musical actors bring high levels of both energy and intensity when under the bright lights. Theater would not be what it is today without the highly animated performances and peppy stage presences. Only select actors have […]
Tag: Op-ed
How the Disney Version and the Brothers’ Grimm Version are Hilariously Different
When you think of Disney, you think to yourself that no matter what, the good character will win, and the bad character will either be put away or run away into the darkness, never to be seen again. For example, we know the Disney version of The Little Mermaid, she gets the prince to love […]
Flannels Are Making a Comeback
In a climate where baggy jeans and oversized sweatshirts are taking over, it’s a bit refreshing to see a more casual style make a reappearance in our contemporary fashion landscape. While there is nothing inherently wrong with rocking a Nike hoodie with a pair of baggy denim jeans and a pair of fresh, white Nike […]
The Politics of Masking: Who Gets to Be ‘Acceptable’
When it comes to politics, neurodivergent and the LGBTQ community, which for some are both, we barely get any safety from the people who disagree with the LGBTQ lifestyle or the quirkiness of a neurodivergent person. To survive everyday life, a neurodivergent person masks to not be seen as inappropriate or unacceptable. Most jobs do […]
It’s Jackie Robinson Day!
The cultural diversity that Major League baseball holds was not achieved overnight but rather through a movement that aimed to create a more expansive league that welcomed players of all races and ethnicities. Change and reform within the sport was made only possible through the courage of players who were willing to break the racial […]
Man Slashes 3 With Machete at Grand Central and Is Killed by Officer
In New York on Saturday morning, police shot and killed a man who was wielding a knife on the subway platform at Grand Central Station. The subject, who was identified by police as 44-year-old Anthony Griffen, boarded the 7 train Saturday morning, arriving a short time later at Grand Central, where he stabbed an elderly […]
Ozempic is Erasing Body Positivity
Just a few years ago, body positivity broke the internet as the new social movement that strived toward inclusivity, embracing different body types and reminding people that all sizes are loved and appreciated. Many organizations and forums promoted self-love and confidence regardless of weight, and the demands of particular beauty standards began to crumble as […]
New York Mets Losing Streak Continues
As we spring into the early portion of the MLB season, it’s important to see which teams stand out as the top dogs of their respective divisions and which teams are falling flat on their faces at home plate. Standing atop the league with the best record throughout the first 16 games of the season—to […]
Coachella Recap
And in a matter of minutes, Sabrina Carpenter left behind a great taste in the mouths of her fans who were mesmerized by her breathtaking performance at this year’s Coachella. The event managed to outdo itself from the year before as it featured the likes of Justin Bieber, PinkPantheress, Addison Rae, Karol G, and many […]
Melania Addresses Ties to Epstein
Of all the things that could be talked about in our current political climate from a rapidly-declining economy to a war-plagued nation that is now living in fear, Melania Trump looked to ease our concerns in her brief speech held about—-Jeffrey Epstein. Yep, you heard me right—through all of the chaos and mayhem transpiring in […]
Comfort Isn’t Lazy—It’s Survival
For me and probably millions of other people with autism, comfort is very important. When we are forced to wear things that we don’t want to, such as a dress to a wedding, a school uniform, or just a nice dress shirt for a nice occasion, it can be a sensory nightmare. Tags, uncomfortable fabric, […]
Why Sports Shouldn’t Get More Funding Than Arts and Music
In school, whether it be grade school, high school, or even university, sports have always gotten all the funding that the school gets. Sports get fundraisers, donations from the more wealthy parents, and state funding to help buy things like uniforms, gear for protecting the players, and snacks for the concessions. Also, when they have […]
