Tag: Op-ed

Politics in Pop Culture: Do Celebrities Really Make a Difference?

Do you remember last election season, when all of these celebrities were posting about voting for Kamala Harris? I know I do. It seems they start making posts about voting every year. However, the real question is: does their support help, or does it merely become a diversion from the important issues at play? I’d […]

Audiobooks vs Reading Books: Can Narration Compare to Reading?

Books. A collection of words that can weave a tale for our imagination, record our understanding of the world, or record the history of civilizations. Books have been part of our growth as a society for thousands of years, ever since the Epic of Gilgamesh was first carved into stone tablets. Books have evolved over […]

Report: Excessive Force Claims Against NYPD Skyrocket

Complaints of excessive force against the NYPD have increased to the highest number they’ve been since 2013, according to a new report released by the New York City Comptroller’s Office. The report, which includes records from the last three years, found that claims of police using excessive force increased by nearly 50% compared to previous […]

New York Special Olympics Returning to Glen Falls

As a state, New York is well known for its dedication to sports. New York has nearly the highest number of professional sports teams in the nation, second only to California. New York has a rich history in the sports industry, even outside of the major sports leagues, and has even hosted the Olympics twice. […]

Has Social Media Changed How Music Spreads?

In our modern age, social media has become one of the most prominent methods for people to interact and discover the latest content. Apps such as TikTok have made a name for themselves with their easy-to-use content creation tools, short-form video format, and high-end algorithm that curates an individual’s feed to match their interests. Social […]

How Different Is Croissant Pizza From The Pack

How Different Is Croissant Pizza From The Pack

Combine these two words: croissant and pizza. Sounds like an insane combination. An Italo-French dis, one might say. However, Croissant Pizza is a real thing and it’s soaring in popularity as a trendy meal in Tik Tok. Popular restaurant chain Papa John’s has been a major force in this dish. Combining the flaky texture of […]

Why Jaxson Dart Will Be The Giants Starting QB

Why Jaxson Dart Will Be The Giants Starting QB

I think we all know and feel when there is a change of guard underway. People cherish the old times, but when a new standard is set, the tides start to shift.  Mainstays get replaced and newcomers take the reins. It hurts but it’s inevitable and it’s a concept that is especially common in the […]

My Skincare Routine Is One Product and Vibes

I have one skincare product. Just one. More specifically, it’s CeraVe Daily Moisturizing Lotion, a product I chose after exactly zero dermatology consultations but dozens of TikToks convinced me it was a solid choice. It sits on my bathroom sink like an overworked employee doing the job of seven people. Some nights, I use it. […]

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