Last night at a bar, I was entrenched toward the TV. Now I wasn’t the only one, as a big group viewed the spectacle as well. It was the U.S. Open 2025 and the two players were going head to head: Coco Gauff and Ajla Tomlajanovic. To say the least, the match itself was intense. […]
Tag: Op-ed
Tragedy and Triumph: The Political Power of Commemoration
In a deeply polarized world where the truth of history is often contested terrain, museums dedicated to specific historical events are no longer just quiet halls of artifacts. They have become battlegrounds for public memory and crucial stages for political discourse. While their mission is to preserve and educate, the choices made in their curation […]
Minneapolis School Shooting: 20 Victims Reported at Annunciation Catholic School, Shooter Confirmed Dead
A gunman armed with a rifle, shotgun and pistol opened fire through the windows of a Minneapolis Catholic church Wednesday morning, killing two children and injuring 17 people in what the police chief called an “absolutely incomprehensible” act of violence. The shooter later died by suicide. The attack which unfolded during the first week of […]
Minecraft’s New Drop System vs Their Prior Update System: A Full Year Retrospective
Now that a full year has passed since “Minecraft” received its last major update and the announcement of their adoption of a new drop system, it will be easier to see how they stack up to each other. Previously, “Minecraft,” would generally get small updates and minor bug fixes through the year and one massive […]
Several Counties and Villages in NY Agreed to Cooperate With ICE
As ICE continues to carry out Trump’s ambitions on arresting migrants, several counties have agreed to provide ICE assistance in their investigations and arrests. According to Lohud, “The latest recruit was Steuben, a county of 92,000 in southwestern New York. Sheriff Jim Allard signed two agreements in July for Immigration and Customs Enforcement to authorize […]
The Lost Art of the Album: Has Streaming Killed Cohesive Storytelling?
For decades, the album was the cornerstone of an artist’s vision. From the sprawling concept of Pink Floyd’s “The Wall” to the autobiographical journey of Joni Mitchell’s “Blue,” the full-length record was a cohesive statement, an invitation to a world created by the artist. But in the era of streaming and algorithm-driven playlists, the album […]
eBooks VS Real Books: Which is Better?
Even in this modern world of technology, it is still surprising to see how certain forms of media and entertainment evolve into alternative forms. Literature is no exception, as there are now even more options available to find and read various texts. With electronic books now available, one must wonder if actual books have anything […]
Can Athletes Really Handle the Business?
The Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) era has reshaped college athletics. What started as a concept is now a daily reality, letting student-athletes finally profit from their market value. Yet, behind the headlines of big endorsement deals and new financial freedom, a less glamorous truth exists: many young athletes lack adequate support navigating the complexities […]
War of the Worlds 2025: One of the Worst Adaptations
Adaptations are always a good way to bring attention back to well-known classics or to breathe new life into long dormant series. However, it’s important that an adaptation stays true to what made the original so well liked while staying original enough to have its own identity and feel distinct while avoiding any sense of […]
Trump’s Efforts for Federal Crime Crackdown in NYC and Other Cities
Donald Trump seems to be moving forward with his plans and ambitions to place law enforcement under federal and military watch within cities such as New York City and Chicago. According to The Guardian, “The US president talked to reporters in the Oval Office and said: ‘When ready, we will start in Chicago … Chicago […]
A Case For Saving Olympic Wrestling
The clock is ticking for Olympic wrestling. Despite its ancient roots and a dramatic reprieve from expulsion a decade ago, the sport faces an existential crisis. Its future on the global stage, a staple since the first modern Games in Athens in 1896 hangs not just on the strength of its athletes but on the […]
The Many Substitutes for Plain Water
Let’s admit it: water is not always fun to drink. As vital as it is for us to consume water every day, many people prefer the various tastes and ingredients that drinks like soda and coffee provide. There is a trade-off either way you look at it, but it doesn’t have to be. There are […]
