Every American student who had to sit through English class from Kindergarten to 12th grade knows the usual suspects: “Romeo and Juliet,” “To Kill a Mockingbird,” “The Great Gatsby,” “Fahrenheit 451” and more. Don’t get me wrong, these novels are extraordinary and have their place as some of the best novels written, but I think […]
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Knicks Should Not Have Fired Thibodeau
The tale of the 2024-25 New York Knicks playoff run can be summarized by a Charles Dickens quote, “It was the best of times — it was the worst of times.” The good moments came with the defeat of the Cade Cunningham-led Pistons and the usurpation of the then-reigning champion Boston Celtics. The latter brought […]
Looking Expensive Can Be Cheap
Summer is here… finally. With this, comes the sea of Instagram posts flaunting all sorts of luxury vacations–the Hamptons, Cape Cod and all of the European coastal destinations. What is highlighted in these curated glimpses, however, is not only scenic views but also beachy and expensive looking outfits. The “Old Money” hashtag currently has over […]
Is the Presidency Too Strong for Democracy?
With Trump’s endless executive orders, It’s safe to say that a lot of people are wondering this questionL Is the Presidency too powerful for democracy? From his executive orders that bypass Congress to unchecked control over nuclear weapons and national emergencies, the U.S. presidency we have today holds an immense amount of power; some would […]
Masculinity Is Being Politicized in a Dangerous Way
What does it mean to be a “man”? This is a question that most people have heard throughout their lives, whether in discussion challenging toxic masculinity or promoting the traditional ideas of “manhood.” It is clear that this ambiguous matter has no clear correct answer but instead is used as a tool to promote certain […]
Saquon Barkley the Face of EA Sports’ Madden 26
EA Sports has revealed a look into “Madden NFL 26,” and the cover athlete is none other than the running back of the Philadelphia Eagles, Saquon Barkley. EA Sports’ “Madden NFL” video game series has been running for a long time, with more than 40 different editions and versions throughout its history. With “Madden NFL […]
Record Labels Are Becoming Irrelevant – and Artists Know It
Gone are the days when being signed to a record label was the only path to becoming a successful musician. Now, you only need one thing to break into the industry—a TikTok account. Many notable musicians got their start on social media. The virality of “Old Town Road” on TikTok skyrocketed Lil Nas X’s career. […]
One Piece Season 2 Looks Engaging
Netflix’s live-action adaptation of “One Piece” was faithful and accessible. You would think that Eiichiro Oda’s long-running series would have a hard time translating into the silver screen—but thanks to the love and care put forth by the production team. The “One Piece” experience—previously an anime/manga about a young pirate’s ambition to be the top […]
Misinformation is the Problem
The greatest danger to American democracy right now isn’t political parties and partisanship; it’s misinformation. It’s the fact that we still treat lies like free speech and disinformation like an opinion, and we need to stop. We’ve watched misinformation change from conspiracy theories on Reddit to polished viral content with fake AI evidence that has […]
Knicks Shouldn’t Be Counted Out
Game Fives are historically do-or-die games. A team that is usually in the lead is expected to close out the series. However, the Indiana Pacers apparently were not attuned as the New York Knicks were able to dominate the game—forcing a Game Six. The Knicks matched and adjusted toward the Pacers fast-paced game plan. To […]
Does the Executive Branch Have Too Much Power?
As is common knowledge, our government is split into three parts, Judicial, Executive and Legislative. This design philosophy falls under the principle and idea that not one side or person may hold too much power over the other, with each branch being able to make checks and balances with each other to maintain a democracy. […]
Former NYPD Commissioner Bernard Kerik Passed Away
On May 29 at 10:02 PM, The New York Police Department announced on X that former Police Commissioner Bernard Kerik has passed away at the age of 69 from a heart affliction. Kerik was Police Commissioner, oversaw the response of law enforcement during the deadly 9/11 attacks and was appointed by President George W. Bush […]
