“You will have to follow a strict gluten-free diet for the rest of your life.” While this was not a life threatening statement, my younger self was devastated by hearing these words come from my doctor’s mouth. To me, I thought about all the future events I would attend where all the food would be […]
Tag: Op-ed
Will the New York Giants’ New Coach be a Good Fit for the Team?
The New York Giants have announced that John Harbaugh will be the team’s 21st head coach. Harbaugh was fired after a difficult season for the Ravens, who missed the playoffs with a record of 8-9. So what should New York Giants fans expect from the team’s new coach? Harbaugh has a strong record of success. […]
Teens Arrested for Anti-Semitic Graffiti in Brooklyn Park
2 teenage boys were arrested after painting over 50 swastikas and other anti-semitic messages in Gravesend Park in southwest Brooklyn. The park is located in a predominantly Jewish area of the city. Police officers arrived at the park on Monday evening after receiving a 911 call. They found more than 15 swastikas painted all over […]
Barbie’s Bookstore Adventure
Come on, Barbie, let’s go party… at the bookstore? Mattel has announced that Barbie will be starring in her first YA (young adult) book. Set in a magical fantasy world, Barbie: Dreamscape will be written by #1 New York Times Bestselling author Alex Aster, who rose to fame with the publication of her Lightlark series. […]
New Legislation to Protect Bodega Cats in New York
If you live in New York City, chances are you have seen a “bodega cat”, and even if you don’t live in NYC, these furry friends are trending all over social media. But what many don’t know is that these felines are more than just pets; they are coworkers. The relationship between stores and cats […]
Preparing for the Celebrations.. Or the Defeats
The end of January and beginning of February often is perceived as the dead of winter, the end of the holiday season, and dreams of summer and warmer weather. For your football fanatic friends, it is one of the most exciting times of year. With the AFC and NFC championship games approaching Sunday, January 25 […]
Is Modern Rap Dead? Are We Losing True Depth and Dimension Within the Context of our Music?
Rap music has evolved drastically over the course of several decades. It has often been regarded as one of the rawest and most unfiltered genres of music with its recurring themes of sex, violence, substance use, money, etc. While rap has tended to center around these tropes over the years, its contexts have not been […]
New York and New Jersey Face Serious Blood Shortages
Hospitals in New York and New Jersey are facing severe blood shortages. According to the New York Blood Center, during the weeks of Christmas and New Year’s, fewer than 10,000 donations were collected. The necessary amount of donations needed to maintain a steady supply is over 12,000 units a day. This shortage of donations has […]
Does Flopping Contribute to the Downfall of Sports Integrity?
Flopping is a common act in sports that has existed for several years now. Even some of our favorite players have been guilty of committing the not-so-honorable act. It is rare to sit through an entire game where not a single person takes an exaggerated blow or a dramatic fall to the ground. Flopping has […]
Do We Seriously Need a 12-Step Skincare Routine?
According to the Internet, in order to have the skin of an angel we need about a twelve step routine to ensure hydration and glow. Without every single product that is sold on the shelf, our skin will age prematurely and look dull and lifeless. It is key to spend every penny we earn on […]
ICE Activity Pushes Minnesota Schools to Reinstate Online Learning
Schools in Minnesota have reinstated COVID-era online learning protocols due to an increase in ICE activity in the state. Many students are afraid to go to school due to the threat of parents and caregivers being detained by ICE agents during pickup and drop-off. In an attempt to keep students on track academically, school districts […]
Spy Software Used by ICE Agents
Let’s take a look at some of the technology ICE is using to conduct its activities in the US. Tangles and WeblocTangles is a monitoring tool that scrapes sites for posts and personal information. When ICE adds individuals to a watchlist, they are alerted whenever that person posts on social media. It can also be […]
