Tag: Op-ed

‘Woolly Mice’ Creation Sparks Interest in Reviving Extinct Species 

Many kinds of species have been lost to us over the many centuries that we have noticed their remains. With only fossils and bones of what once was, we have been only able to picture what they looked like, sounded like, etc. However, thanks to the efforts of science, we may have a chance to […]

Tesla will not thrive within the Trump administration

Tesla’s reputation has been on a gradual downward spiral in the past few years, spurred on by the recent actions of the Trump administration and its CEO Elon Musk. Yet despite Musk’s belief in his company’s success within the new presidential administration, it may wind up being a cause for his company’s deterioration. Competition is […]

Vaccine Skepticism is more concerning than ever before

It’s been 5 whole years since the start of the COVID-19 Outbreak. We’ve seen professions, sociality, academics, sports and economics impacted through the transition into remote practices. As of now, the world has almost gone back to normal. However, there are still incidents of outbreaks occurring at a constant rate. An insight that reveals a […]

Op-Ed: Does Brazil Have a Shot at the 2026 World Cup?

Op-Ed: Does Brazil Have a Shot at the 2026 World Cup?

Brazil, once a soccer powerhouse with five World Cup wins, was defeated by its rivals, Argentina, in a World Cup qualifier match last Tuesday. Argentina beat Brazil 4-1, meaning they officially qualified for the World Cup. Will Brazil qualify, and will they even have a chance at winning their sixth World Cup title?  The top […]

K-Beauty Products Will always be popular Within the US.

Korean beauty products rose in popularity in the United States thanks to the rising popularity of K-pop in the early 2010s. Since then, these beauty products have grown to have a consumer base of various backgrounds. However, the recent negative trade relations between the United States and South Korea due to the Trump Administration could […]

Op-Ed: Why X is the Worst Platform for Politics

Op-Ed: Why X is the Worst Platform for Politics

X might be the worst hub for political disclosure in terms of social media platforms. While it’s a platform where politicians make big announcements, journalists break stories, and activists mobilize movements, there’s not much meaningful political feedback. By that, I mean that instead of fostering informed debate, X  just amplifies misinformation and justifies false claims. […]

The Nemesis System is The Coolest Mechanic in Gaming

Imagine playing a game and defeating a boss, only to have them return without warning and remember your past actions. Now, imagine that concept being completely personalized, leaving everyone to have unique interactions that can’t be replicated. That is the basis of the nemesis system. It is a gameplay mechanic that was created by the […]

Does Music Encourage Productivity?

Music is a large part of entertainment, but that isn’t to say it cannot be used practically. Music has been revealed to be very beneficial for various reasons. It can help relieve stress, improve memory, provide better sleep, and much more. People often play it in the background when working on something else, but does […]

Why Most Debates Don’t Work

Communication is an important cornerstone of getting things done in our society, but speaking is only half of a good dialogue. Many political influencers and speakers debate with the opposing side, which is a way to escape echo chambers and extend one’s viewpoints beyond the people who already agree with one. The issue that comes […]

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