Tag: Op-ed

Bunting in Baseball Should Stop

Ever since its creation, baseball has faced many changes throughout the decades. Many rules, players, equipment, and fields have been altered to make the sport safer and more enjoyable for people on the green and in the bleachers. Even so, some aspects of the sport have survived the many changes and continue to this day. […]

Mickey 17 and The Dilemma of Modern Movie Theaters

Bong Joon-ho’s latest movie, “Mickey 17”, has reached No.1 at the North American box office. A groundbreaking record due to this being the first film by a Korean director to take the number one spot. With all these achievements, you would think that “Mickey 17” is a massive success. However, this is only partly true […]

Forget what you heard, Angie Stone was Hip Hop to the core

The late Angie Stone was many things: an artist, an actress, a songwriter, and a record producer. To many people in the music community, she was a pivotal figure in the Neo-Soul movement. Hit songs such as “No More Rain(In This Cloud),” “Wish I Didn’t Miss You,” and “Baby” showcased her balance at continuing classic […]

The Return of Fast-food Fish Sandwiches

There was a time when fast food chains offered fish sandwiches, but that era, which included the participation of brands like Long John Silver’s and Red Lobster, is long gone due to people’s growing dissatisfaction with seafood. The brands have either shut down or altogether discontinued Fish Sandwiches. Recently, something shocking happened: McDonalds revived their […]

Everything you need to know about the Alex Pereira Vs. Magomed Ankalaev fight ahead of UFC 313

UFC 313 is tomorrow, March 8, 2025, at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. There is a lot of coverage, with 12 matchups scheduled. However, one matchup is making the headlines everyone wants to see: Alex Pereria vs. Magomed Ankalaev. Pereria, the Brazilian three-time title defender and runner-up for Fighter Of The Year 2024, is […]

Do We Need to Reduce Plastic Use?

It is not uncommon now to walk into a restaurant and order a drink, only to receive it with a paper straw. The same could be said for any business that is attempting to get rid of plastic dinnerware, lids, cups, and other disposables. Not everybody is happy with their paper replacements that practically dissolve […]

Bowling: The Perfect Casual Sport

Sports have been a cornerstone in entertainment for centuries, and many of them now have billions of fans that watch on from the comforts of home or sitting in the bleachers, cheering on their favorite team and players. Of course, recreational sports have also been around for those who want to participate in a more […]

Why Cam Ward is the definite pick for the Giants

The 90th annual NFL Draft is one month away, yet the New York Giants find themselves at an interesting crossroad. After another season of offensive struggles and uncertainty at the quarterback position, it’s time for a change. Names like Drake Maye, Jayden Daniels, and J.J. McCarthy sparked headlines; there’s one name that should be on […]

How Entertainment Media Should Handle Controversial Topics

The political environment has always been a divisive territory of conversation for decades and it is easy to see why. Opinions on certain issues and policies vary greatly, with people having their thoughts tailored to their background, demographics, geography, and other relevant influences. These tough topics are now becoming more prominent in our entertainment as […]

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