Tag: Op-ed

America’s Tipping Culture is Flawed

In America, we tend to do things that vastly differ from other countries, ranging from our policies to the way we measure length and temperatures. These changes are confusing for most of our neighboring nations, but something in the service industry has even Americans scratching their heads. That would be the current culture of tipping […]

The Wide Variety of Survival Games and Why Players Are Drawn to Them

Survival games as a genre offer experiences that many games wouldn’t be able to deliver. The basic premise of survival games is based on the idea of a player trapped in a wilderness of some sort as they struggle to survive by collecting resources, crafting tools, gathering food and avoiding threats. The concept alone is […]

“And New” Streaming Wars’ Heavyweight Champion of the World – Disney?

“And New” Streaming Wars’ Heavyweight Champion of the World – Disney?

The news landed like a Stone Cold Stunner in the world of sports media: World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE), now under the Technical Knockout (TKO) Group Holdings banner is reportedly finalizing a groundbreaking deal to merge its operations fully with the Entertainment Sports Network (ESPN). While specific financial details remain under wraps, whispers suggest a valuation […]

How Street Food Draws People In

Food is often an ingrained aspect of culture that has many facets of flavor to enjoy. However, there is one kind of food that often has great significance in more places than many may realize, that being street food. Street food is not only convenient or flavorful, but an integral part of the eating experience […]

Music and Nature: An Interesting Combination

Nature is something people are inherently fascinated by. We are enthralled by the beauty it offers and diligently study anything and everything about it to satisfy our curious minds. However, there’s another way we indulge this curiosity that isn’t typically considered and that is through music.  Music offers a clean canvas for musicians to display […]

The Ethics of AI in 2025: Beyond ChatGPT

The Ethics of AI in 2025: Beyond ChatGPT

In the burgeoning era of artificial intelligence, the ongoing claims and rumors of machines replacing human minds has grown into a chorus. From automating mundane tasks to crunching vast datasets, AI’s capabilities are undeniable. Yet, amid the awe-inspiring algorithms and predictive analytics, a fundamental truth remains stubbornly clear: AI cannot and likely will not, fully […]

True Crime TV: Storytelling or Exploitation?

True crime isn’t just making headlines anymore – it’s everywhere. From TV shows to podcasts, millions are listening in to hear recounts and theories of the malice beyond these heinous crimes. Everyone seems obsessed. This fascination, however, raises an important question. Are these programs pure journalism, or are they crossing the line into exploitation? True […]

Baseball Crashouts: Why Is NY Baseball Collapsing All A Sudden?

Imagine this: You’re at Yankee Stadium. The crowd is looking lukewarm as some sections are empty while others are filled to the brim. In the air, the sound of Kendrick Lamar’s “Squabble Up” is playing in the background. Don’t get me started on the rattling bass and 808s amidst the beat.  As this is happening, […]

Found Footage: The Scariest Films Are the Ones That Don’t Look Like Films

Found Footage: The Scariest Films Are the Ones That Don’t Look Like Films

For decades, the horror genre has sought new ways to scare audiences out of the Theatre, often relying on elaborate monsters or jump scares. Yet, a unique and often polarizing subgenre — found footage — has quietly proven itself to be one of the most effective and unsettling forms of cinematic terror. Being far from […]

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