Tag: Op-ed

Why Spotify Premium Should Be Free

Why Spotify Premium Should Be Free

Music has become an essential part of everyday life, helping people study, work, enjoy, and relax. Music is there whenever we need it, helping us enjoy boring and repetitive tasks and helping us embrace creativity and culture. Spotify is the biggest streaming music platform globally, and millions of people use it every day. Because of […]

Food Sensitivities Are Real—Even When Others Can’t See Them 

Food Sensitivities Are Real—Even When Others Can’t See Them 

All my childhood, growing up, I had people tell me that my eating habits were bad, and as an adult, they say I eat like a child. What they don’t know is that certain foods have a different effect on me. Grapes have a weird texture; bananas are too squishy, and pears have a weird, […]

What Losing the World Cup Means for a Nation

What Losing the World Cup Means for a Nation

The World is the biggest stage for many countries, as dozens of nations face rough and challenging matches for the global prize. Every World Cup creates one champion, but it also leaves dozens of countries wondering what could have been. For the countries that fall short, the aftermath is often filled with disappointment, reflection, and […]

How The Lion King and Frozen Have Many Similarities

How The Lion King and Frozen Have Many Similarities

As a child I loved Lion King so much that my mother taught me how to rewind the tape because I would watch it, rewind it, then watch it again. That is probably true for a lot of children in the 90s. As an adult one of my favorites has now become Frozen. I didn’t […]

Taylor Swift Got Married on July 3rd in Madison Square Garden

Taylor Swift Got Married on July 3rd in Madison Square Garden

York City was more than another celebrity headline. It became a cultural event that blended music, sports, and entertainment in a way few public moments ever have. Their marriage showed how two of the world’s biggest stars can create a celebration that captures global attention. Some people questioned why the couple would choose Madison Square […]

History of Artificial Intelligence

History of Artificial Intelligence

Artificial intelligence began with early questions about whether machines could think or reason like humans. A major influence was Alan Turing, who introduced ideas about machine intelligence and proposed the Turing Test. His work helped establish the foundations of computer science and AI research. The field officially started in 1956 at the Dartmouth Conference. Researchers […]

The Difference Between Playing for Fun and Playing to Win

The Difference Between Playing for Fun and Playing to Win

I never liked competition, not because I’m a sore loser or winner, but because I like to play games for fun, not to beat the other team. It might be because I didn’t grow up playing sports besides in P.E but I don’t enjoy the pressure of having to win. Parents get way too competitive […]

Can America Escape Its $40 Trillion Debt?

Can America Escape Its $40 Trillion Debt?

The United States is nearing $40 trillion in national debt as of today. A figure that is so huge that not even the two richest people, Elon Musk and Larry Page’s net worth combined, can save the debt. That raises an important question: Can the country ever get out of it? The answer is yes, […]

America at 250: Policies That Shaped a Nation

America at 250: Policies That Shaped a Nation

As the United States celebrates 250 years tomorrow, its history shows that landmark policies have shaped the nation as much as its leaders and civilians. The country’s greatest achievements came from freedom and opportunity, while its biggest failures came from denying them. The Constitution and Bill of Rights created a government based on liberty and […]

Roblox Lawsuit: Unsafe for Children

Roblox Lawsuit: Unsafe for Children

Online gaming has become a huge part of children’s entertainment, but it also raises serious questions about safety and responsibility. Roblox is a very popular game amongst children, featuring many different games on one platform, allowing kids to find their interests, and even I played it a lot when I was younger.  In recent months, […]

Is Cardio or Lifting Weight Better Long-term?

People often debate whether cardio or weightlifting is better for long-term health. Both forms of exercise help improve strength, durability, and burn tons of calories. Cardio focuses on activities like running and climbing stairs, while weightlifting consists of reps, dumbbells, and other forms of weights.  Both are valuable, but I lean toward weightlifting because it […]

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