One of the things that makes video games so special to many is their ability to serve as an escape from the stresses of daily life. The immersive experience that many games offer allow players to feel like they’re present in a new world, and it gives them the opportunity to participate in advanced interactive […]
Tag: Op-ed
Could We Be One Step Closer to Peace?
I think I speak for most, if not all, Americans when I say that the war with Iran needs to end. The destruction of Iranian soil and the deaths of many individuals have created an apprehension regarding the welfare of the world—and Trump’s stubbornness has led several American cries for peace to go unheard. Several […]
Pilates is the New Nightlife
I’m sorry, I can’t go out tonight, I booked myself a 6 A.M. pilates class tomorrow. The girls, and the guys too, have found the new, hottest club in town–and you won’t feel terrible the next morning! Rather than late nights of downing shots and making memories that won’t be remembered, a shift is occurring […]
It’s All in the Scent
A warm summer day, ocean breeze and coconut floating in the air. A fresh flower garden with roses and jasmine filling the wind. Vanilla ice cream with a caramel swirl dazzles our noses. Perfume allows us to be sent into a different place, a different time, all with the correct notes and pairings. When we […]
The Eviction of House Music
A red sign has been placed on a genre that should have remained untouched–and not a giant neon one to keep us dancing all night long, an eviction notice instead. Years ago, we could walk into any house party and expect only the top, classic playlist of our dreams. No matter the people around us, […]
King James” Showcases Friendship Formed Through Basketball
Who knew that an entire theater show could center around Lebron James of all people? It’s not that I hate Lebron James or anything, it’s just not super common to watch musicals that feature a plot centering around sports, but it looks like sports will be crossing over into the industry as King James looks […]
Feeling Euphoric Again
Ashtray killed, Fezco shot. Rue (hopefully) sober, ended relationship with Jules. Cassie’s memorable outburst and Maddy chasing her, a silent moment in the bathroom. Nate gives his father to the police, still with Cassie. Four years ago, in winter of 2022, we saw all of these moments from HBO’s Euphoria. Now, in just a few […]
The 36th Anniversary of “Pretty Woman”
“Pretty woman—walking down the street” is today’s theme as we celebrate 36 years since the initial release of the classic romantic comedy Pretty Woman. Starring Julia Roberts as Vivian Ward, the movie follows the lives of characters Vivian and Edward who initially met through a hotel drive. The pair make love before developing a connection […]
America’s Airport Chaos
At any point, air travel and the airport can be a stressful scene. Finding a place to park, ensuring we get to the airport two hours before our flight takes off, making sure we pick the perfect coffee and snack to keep us company on a long flight, and ICE agents? And a shortage of […]
Are Cinderellas Dying? A Recap of March Madness’s Opening Rounds
Sunday marked the conclusion of the opening rounds of the NCAA Tournament. While the Cinderella teams generally make the tournament interesting, it looks like the underdogs took an early tumble this season as the lowest seed remaining is the 11-seeded Texas Longhorns. The field looks extremely competitive this season as many of the teams projected […]
Deadly Car Crash in Harlem
Last night, March 19, 2026, police were called to a high foot-traffic area near the Apollo Theater in Harlem, after receiving reports of a man driving a red Hyundai Tucson who lost control of his vehicle and crashed multiple times. The event occurred around 8:05 pm, and police were quick to arrive on the scene. […]
Resignation Letter or Warning?
On Tuesday, March 17, the National Counterterrorism Center Director, Joe Kent, wrote a scathing resignation letter to President Trump. In the letter, Kent explains that the reason he is leaving his position is because of foreign influences’ involvement in Trump’s decision to start a war with Iran. Kent has been a loyal supporter of Trump […]
