Tag: Op-ed

Tony Awards this Sunday!

Happy Friday, everyone! A major event in the theater world is coming up this Sunday, June 7, 2026: the Tony Awards. As Broadway’s annual awards ceremony, the event recognizes outstanding achievements in theater and highlights many of the productions and performers that have shaped the past season. Here’s a look at what the Tony Awards […]

Baggy Clothing is the New Era of Fashion

Before the 21st century, skinny jeans, leggings, and fitted clothing were some of the biggest fashion trends. People often paired skinny jeans with a cute top and considered it a stylish outfit. However, in the 21st century, there has been a noticeable shift toward baggier clothing, such as loose jeans, oversized shirts, and relaxed fits. […]

Should Insurance be Free?

Should Insurance be Free?

Insurance should be free because it provides the protection that everyone needs, regardless of income and wealth. Life is very unpredictable, and events such as illness, accidents, or natural disasters can create sudden and overwhelming costs. Without insurance, many people are unable to financially recover from these situations, which can lead to long-term hardship. One […]

NYC trying to secure SNAP Benefit

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is one of the most important anti-hunger programs in the United States. Funded by the federal government, SNAP helps low-income individuals and families purchase groceries and gain access to nutritious food. As food prices and living costs continue to rise, many households rely on SNAP to meet their basic […]

The Strengths Neurodivergent Athletes Bring to Sports

Neurodivergents are known to be very focused, detail-oriented, and creative when it comes to everything, including sports. Some players will get distracted by the environment, but with neurodivergency, especially Autism, they pay attention to what is surrounding them. They notice when the other team has a particular way of doing things, like passing the ball […]

NJ Governor Sherill’s Response to The Delaney Hall ICE Protests Might Have Sealed Her Career’s Fate

An ICE detention facility in Newark, New Jersey, has been grabbing the attention of the public in recent weeks due to a surge of Anti-ICE protests. This comes after months of allegations from New Jersey politicians concerning the alleged unsanitary conditions of the facility and the state of those who are housed within those walls. […]

Why Stardew Valley Is a Safe Haven for Neurodivergent Queer Players

The world of cozy gaming is getting really popular, and one of the most popular among those games is Stardew Valley. When you start the game, you learn that your grandpa has written you a letter for you to open when you hit a dead end in your life. You leave a horrible corporate job […]

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