Despite the demands of many for the Epstein files to be released for the public to see, I highly doubt that will be happening anytime soon, especially when taking in the Trump administration’s efforts to keep it under wraps. It would be for the best for the files to be released but the possibility seems […]
Tag: Op-ed
Rare Beauty’s New Perfume – Designed for Dexterity Challenges
Selena Gomez’s cosmetic brand, Rare Beauty, has just launched a new perfume, Rare Eau de Parfum, and the scent has been described as gourmand, thanks to its caramel, pistachio and vanilla profiles. Many are raving about debut perfume, but fail to realize it’s more than just a scent. This is a breakthrough in the beauty […]
Nintendo Switch 2 Exposes the Disconnect Between the Industry, Gamers, and Other Gamers
The gaming industry, a multi-billion dollar behemoth, operates on a complex tightrope walk between innovation, market demand and financial viability. Nintendo, in particular has historically charted its own course, eschewing the raw horsepower arms race favored by Sony and Microsoft in favor of novel gameplay experiences and unique form factors. The original Switch’s hybrid nature […]
The “Source Material” Backlash: Is Netflix’s Formula to Blame?
For many fans, the announcement of a new Netflix adaptation of a beloved book, comic or video game often comes with a mix of excitement and trepidation. Far too frequently, that trepidation proves to be well-founded, as the final product falls short of expectations, leaving audiences and critics alike questioning why Netflix consistently struggles to […]
The Power of Political Cartoons
I remember sitting in my high school US history class examining political cartoons all throughout our country’s history. From learning about Dr. Seuss’ political cartoonist background or examining the “Join or Die” poster, I realized that these drawings are, in fact, important – and always have been. Political cartoons have a power that long form […]
Let’s Talk about the Saudi-PGA Tour Merger and the Future of Professional Golf
The golf world was sent into a spiral last year when the Professional Golfers Association (PGA) Tour announced a stunning merger with Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF), the financial engine behind the rival LIV Golf circuit. This abrupt pivot, coming after months of bitter legal battles and public acrimony, promises to reshape the sport […]
What I’ve Learned About Cooking as a College Student
You’re standing in front of the fridge, starving from your long day of classes. The only thing inside? Some shredded cheese and a case of beer. We’ve all been, or else at least I have. Cooking when you’re in college is anything but glamorous, but it’s the first place I learned how to do so […]
GTA 6 Age Verification Will Ruin Hype
It seems like every new bit of information we get about GTA 6 has been for the worse. The continuous delays and overwhelming prices have strained the hype for the game that promises so much to the consumers. Now, there is a new worry for gamers, as there have been confirmed leaks showing that Rockstar […]
Jenny Han’s Been Telling Us How “The Summer I Turned Pretty” Ends All Along
Season three of “The Summer I Turned Pretty,” is in full swing, and once again, Jenny Han proves she’s playing the long game – with genius precision. This series is a television adaptation of Han’s book series, a story of Belly Conklin stuck in a love-triangle with two brothers, Jeremiah and Conrad. The books have […]
How Mobile Phones Unlocked the Gateway to Citizen Journalism
In an era defined by instant connectivity, the ubiquitous mobile phone camera has quietly reshaped the landscape of news and information in a major way. Spartphones are no longer mere tools for selfies and vacation snapshots, these devices have empowered ordinary citizens to become frontline documentarians, capturing raw, unfiltered events from protests to natural disasters, […]
Early Predictions for Spider-Man: Brand New Day
Everyone has been talking about the new Spider-Man film, set to release next year. With the reveal of the new suit and after the last movie’s bittersweet ending, people are dying to know more about the latest installment. How will this movie go about continuing the story of Peter Parker? In terms of the story, […]
The Rise of the Lo-Fi Bedroom Pop Artist
The music industry once operated on a well-defined hierarchy: aspiring artists sought record deals, secured expensive studio time and relied on industry gatekeepers for distribution. Today, that model is increasingly being disrupted by a quiet revolution occurring in bedrooms, basements and makeshift home studios worldwide. The creative and commercial success of artists recording their music […]
