Last night, Jan. 4, 2026, saw the return of the annual Critics’ Choice Awards Movie Awards. Marking its 31st annual award show, the hottest stars of modern-day entertainment made jaw-dropping appearances in the newest and latest fashion designs to debut in 2026. From the perfection of Prada to the dazzling designs of Dior, last night’s […]
Tag: Op-ed
Why Do We Need So Many Versions of the Same Album?
I am all for bringing back physical media. If you are paying for something, you should own the actual item. However, I find that the recent trend of releasing multiple versions of the same album with little to no difference is utterly wasteful. This practice is overconsumptionism at its finest and is bad for consumers […]
Could Samuel Alito’s Retirement Set the Supreme Court for a Very Conservative Future?
With speculation that Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito could retire this year also comes talk about who will be the next Justice and what this could mean for the United States. Throughout his time on the Court, he has been a main conservative voice for many controversial topics, such as abortion rights, transgender rights, religious […]
Should We Be Concerned With the Steps Erika Kirk is Taking After the Passing of Charlie Kirk?
On September 10, 2025, conservative activist Charlie Kirk was fatally shot at Utah Valley University. Kirk was the CEO of Turning Point USA, and was best known for his debates and talks at college campuses across the country. He had affiliations with both the President and Vice President, who have both been speaking out since […]
Did Taylor Swift Set The Bar Too High?
In 2006, the music industry welcomed a new artist, Taylor Swift. Little did that fifteen year old girl know that in less than two decades, she would completely change the music industry as a whole. She started off as a country music artist out of Pennsylvania, and soon became the household popstar we all know […]
Are Our Fashion Trends Always Constant Repeats of the Past?
Almost every week, social media tells us the newest, “hottest” piece of clothing we just need to buy right away. For most people, especially the younger generation, we want to be kept in the loop of what is trending in the fashion world, and we run to our computers to order whatever it is we […]
How Has TikTok Transformed the World of Music?
In recent years, the social media platform ‘TikTok’ has captured the hearts and attention spans of individuals of all ages- children, teenagers, and even adults. The platform allows for users to share videos of both short and longer lengths, and most of these videos are accompanied by music. Not only can creators on the platform […]
Should Streaming Platforms Release Episodes Weekly Instead of All at Once?
There is something that streaming platforms have that makes them one of the most popular and most used entertainment platforms across the world, and that thing is convenience. By paying for a subscription to their services, you can get access to a massive catalog of movies and TV shows that you can watch from the […]
Do Term Limits Improve the Government or Weaken the Expertise of Politicians?
Term limits have been a core part of our government for centuries. They are a law with a deep history behind it, which has very few exceptions to the rule, typically only during times of great crisis, such as during the World Wars. They serve as a way to prevent the government from being controlled […]
Playwrights Horizons Are Being Sued for Racial Discrimination
Recently, Kevin Lynch, a musician and theater enthusiast, filed a class action lawsuit against Playwrights Horizons for allegedly charging prices for tickets based on the color of one’s skin, making it more expensive to buy a ticket if you are not part of a certain demographic. The issue arose from a performance on November 6th, […]
Are Video Games Still Unfairly Blamed for Real-World Violence?
Video games have become one of the most common forms of entertainment that people enjoy. It is easy to sit down, start up your platform of choice, and lose yourself in a game and forget about the worries of the world for a few hours. However, when they were first introduced to the public, people […]
Is Sports Betting Threatening the Integrity of Games?
Ever since sports betting has been legalized in several states across the country, it has been a massive hit, earning millions of dollars each month for online betting sites such as DraftKings and FanDuel. They offer a way to potentially earn money while watching your favorite sports team compete. Unfortunately, the temptation of profit has […]
