Friday marked a day when New York City felt united, despite the constant clashing between different sports fans. I’m not a New York native, but I have even heard about the city’s long-time sports rivalries. And on Friday, it seemed like most of the city had something to celebrate, and to someone who isn’t that […]
Tag: Op-ed
Bodegas Deserve the Same Respect as Gourmet Markets
Gourmet markets often receive praise for their curated selection and upscale ambiance, but they lack culture and familiarity. Bodegas on the other hand are flowing with culture and the feeling of closeness and family, yet they don’t get equal respect for their community role. If you don’t know what a bodega is, it’s a small […]
The Surrealism Of Bring Her Back
Picture this sequence: it’s April Fool’s Day. A24 drops a trailer for a project that looks like a typical newlywed couple moving into a new house. At first glance you feel as if it’s going one way but as you watch the rest of the trailer – it goes into a completely different direction. There […]
The Supreme Court’s Legitimacy Crisis Is Already Here
The U.S. Supreme Court isn’t drifting toward crisis; it’s already there. With approval ratings at historic lows, ethics scandals clouding justices’ reputations, and a pattern of partisan rulings reshaping American life, public faith in the court has crumbled. The U.S. Supreme Court used to be a symbol of impartial justice, but recent polls and public […]
Jalen Brunson Needs to Come Correct
In the realm of the NBA playoffs, Game 5s are incredibly crucial. In a best-of-seven series, the fifth game is considered the deciding factor of who wins the matchup. Especially when a series is tied at 2-2—the team winning that game goes on to advance to the next round by 84.1 percent. Home court advantage […]
The Future of VR
The many efforts of revolutionary game development have taken forms that go beyond just the controller and screen. Many people still remember Nintendo’s power glove and all the earlier versions of virtual reality that tried to implement more of the player’s actual movements into the games. Even as technology evolved, this desire has not waned […]
Knicks VS. Celtics: The Turning Point
The semifinals for the championship have never felt so tense, with the New York Knicks and Boston Celtics trading game after game with each other. The recent match that went down yesterday proved that the Celtics still have some fight in them, but the Knicks are still ahead with their one-win advantage. The next few […]
NFL Going International
Let’s be real – NFL fans have been aware of the organization’s focus on going global. During the most recent Super Bowl, commercials aired highlighting the league’s potential expansion to Africa – a campaign similar to the NBA’s international efforts over the last two decades. The momentum now leads into an organized schedule for international […]
Omaha to have its first Black Leader
Omaha, and by proxy, Nebraska, is known for many things. It’s a leader of agriculture, a pioneer of westward expansion, and home to iconic investor Warren Buffett. It has the largest truck stop in the U.S. – a pretty big deal. On the other side, it’s the home of the third largest black population and […]
Why Salt & Straw Is So Innovative
What’s the best thing to devour during the summertime? Lemonades, popsicles and watermelons are clearly at the top of the list – however, there is one that absolutely trumps all. One that is just as hydrating but can melt in your mouth. Maybe, even give you a bit of a headache, but still worth it. […]
“I Think You Should Leave” is Comedy Gold
Tim Robinson has been on everyone’s radar ever since the show I Think You Should Leave was released on Netflix. This show has made rounds all over the internet, with people posting memes of the many funny skits that the show is comprised of. Looking at the many jokes that each skit has, it’s no […]
Poker is a Sport of The Mind
Many kinds of documentaries and championships have often depicted poker as a “mind sport”. This can often be confusing for people who aren’t familiar with the card game since it seems to mostly be reliant on random chance. Although this assessment is technically correct, there is much more that goes on in this game that […]
