We’re obsessed with wellness. Influencers preach morning meditation, companies push mindfulness apps and the spa industry is booming. We celebrate physical and mental health as key to a good life. So why in an age of self-care does hustle culture still dominate? The simple truth is we haven’t replaced the hustle; we’ve just rebranded it. […]
Tag: Op-ed
The Problem with the Phrase “You Don’t Need Makeup”
“You don’t need makeup.” It sounds like a kind thing to say. Some people might even enjoy hearing this. Honestly, every time I heard this phrase, I knew the person saying it meant it as a compliment. It’s supposed to be a good thing. I would be inclined to agree if I didn’t notice the […]
Aspects of What Makes Lucha Libre Unique
The booming sound of mariachi music fills the arena as a masked wrestler or luchador, somersaults into the ring with his cape being blurred by sequins and color. It’s a spectacle unlike any other, a symphony of athleticism and storytelling that sets Lucha Libre apart from its Western counterparts. While American professional wrestling often emphasizes […]
Not So Civil War: When Political Attacks Turn Fatal
The shocking assassination of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk serves as a grim and immediate reminder of the perilous state of our political discourse. While the motive is still under investigation, the act itself forces a difficult but necessary conversation about how political differences are increasingly used as rationale to do the unthinkable. In a nation […]
I Wish Politics Was Easier to Understand for People Like Me
I’ve never considered myself to be a political person. Whenever conversations were brought up, I promptly kept my mouth shut. I’ve been taught from a very young age to refrain from speaking about things I’m uneducated in, things I don’t understand enough to speak on. It’s better to stay silent than to spread potential misinformation […]
Lab-Grown Meat: A Moral Imperative or a Dystopian Delusion?
The future of food is a petri dish. Or at least, that’s what proponents of lab-grown meat would have us believe. Proponents tout cellular agriculture as a solution to a host of global problems, from climate change and animal welfare to food security. But as we stand at the precipice of this culinary revolution, it’s […]
Why Jordan Clarkson Will Be a Perfect Component To The New York Knicks
Some New York aficionados will remember when Jordan Clarkson made a cameo 3 years ago in the Instagram show, Sidetalk NYC’s 2nd Annual Water Balloon Fight. It was rather bizarre but pretty cool to see him have the time of his life. And who would think that in July 2025, the Filipino American player would […]
Great Resignation: The Real Story of Today’s Labor Market
For years, the American workforce was defined by “job-hopping,” a relentless pursuit of the next raise, the next title and the next opportunity. Today, a new anxious trend has taken hold: “job-hugging.” Workers are clinging to their current positions, not out of loyalty or satisfaction but out of fear. This shift, driven by a weakening […]
The Men’s Section Has My Back (and Better Hoodies)
Okay, it’s time I admit it: I like men’s fashion better. It started with a hoodie I “borrowed” and never gave back. Then came the pajama pants and soon after, I found a shirt in the wrong section at the mall. At one point, I even ended up with a matching pair of tennis shoes […]
Is the US Soccer Market Big Enough for Two Division I Leagues?
The American soccer scene is changing fast. For the first time since the old North American Soccer League (NASL), the United States (US) might have two top-tier men’s leagues. The United Soccer League (USL) wants its best division to be on the same level as Major League Soccer (MLS). This shows how much the sport […]
The Optics of Progress: When Diversity Becomes a Campaign Strategy
When political parties champion a diverse slate of candidates or appoint individuals from marginalized communities to high-profile positions, it is often heralded as a sign of progress. These moments are shared across social media and celebrated in press releases as historic victories. But a closer look at this strategy reveals a troubling trend: the tokenization […]
Radio vs. Streaming: Why Control Matters on Long Drives
Let’s be honest – there’s little reason why listeners should be relying on the radio for music. With streaming platforms like Spotify, YouTube Music, Amazon Music and Apple Music, there’s no need to endure the commercial breaks and listen to the same songs on repeat. You can finally access what radio could never give you: […]
