Tag: Op-ed

Tyler The Creator Pays Tribute to D’Angelo

Tyler Okonma, better known as Tyler the Creator, an American rapper, songwriter, and record producer, has come out and paid tribute to the American Singer D’Angelo, who passed away yesterday, October 14th. D’Angelo passed away yesterday at the age of 51 from his private battle with cancer. His family has come out and stated, “We […]

From Rock Bottom to Redemption: Yankees Hall of Famer Celebrates 10 Years Sober

CC Sabathia. Recognize that name? If you’re a long-time fan of the Yankees, you probably know all that name about in terms of baseball. This isn’t about baseball, though. Sabathia’s story is about more than that. Earlier this month, he posted on social media and celebrated ten years of being sober. That milestone is worth […]

Madagascar Military Removes Impeached President

Recently, in the African nation of Madagascar, the President Andry Rajoelina was impeached from his position after weeks of anti-government protests in the nation. Former President Andry Rajoelina had fled the country after military personnel had joined the protests and left his position. After removing the president from office, the Madagascar military has stepped up […]

Violet Sorrengail Is Redefining What Strength Looks Like in Fantasy

In many fantasy stories, the strong female character is usually this tall and all mighty warrior. She can fight with a weapon like a sword or even a bow and arrow and win battles like it’s any other typical day (looking at you, Katniss Everdeen and Feyre Archeron). Violet Sorrengail from “Fourth Wing”, on the […]

Harvey Taught Mike How to Be a Lawyer — But Mike Taught Harvey Why It Matters

If you have ever watched “Suits,” you know it’s more than just some show that has lawyers and a bunch of drama to keep us entertained. It’s a story about two very different men who change each other’s lives. Harvey Specter is a top lawyer. He’s smooth with his words, confident and always, always focused […]

Peace Deal in Gaza is Signed

Yesterday, October 13th, a peace deal for the war over Gaza between Israel and Hamas was signed. This peace comes after several nations have come together to help negotiations progress between the warring forces. The United States has been instrumental in achieving the ceasefire, with President Donald Trump leading the negotiations personally. While this peace […]

Nor’easter Tragedy: Dislodged Solar Panel Kills NYC Pedestrian

A 76-year-old woman named Lyudmila Braun died Sunday after a solar panel tore free from a rooftop structure during a nor’easter and struck her in Brooklyn. Police say the accident happened around 10:30 a.m. near Ocean Parkway and West Brighton Beach Avenue. According to the Department of Buildings, the panel came loose from its steel […]

Tron: Ares Releases with a Mediocre Response

“Tron: Ares”, the newest installment in the Tron series, has been met at the theaters with a lukewarm response from audiences. At the box office, “Tron: Ares” earned a total of $33.5 million during its opening weekend, a fraction of the $180 million it took to produce the film, which doesn’t include the cost of […]

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