Tag: OpEd

Giant Squid Studios’ Sword of the Sea is Soon to Release

Giant Squid Studios’ Sword of the Sea is Soon to Release

About two years ago, on May 24, 2023, Giant Squid Studios’s next game, “Sword of the Sea,” was announced. Giant Squid Studios is a video game company that has also made games such as “Abzû,” and “The Pathless” both of which take place entirely in nature, with the former in the Ocean and the latter […]

The Trump Administration’s Massive Europe Tariffs Will Only Harm Americans

A whole new wave of tariffs has been announced by the Trump administration targeting our allies in Europe. These tariffs, like the ones previously announced by China, will have negative consequences for the livelihoods of American citizens.  Industries including pharmaceuticals, motor vehicles, and general machinery will be the ones taking the biggest hits. This could […]

Whats to come in Godzilla x Kong Supernova

Whats to come in Godzilla x Kong Supernova

The Monsterverse, a cinematic universe about the renowned monsters Godzilla and King Kong, has been going for 11 years since Gareth Edwards’ “Godzilla” was released in 2014. Fast-forward to the present, and it’s about ready to stomp its way into its sixth entry, “Godzilla x Kong: Supernova,” set to be directed by Grant Sputore set […]

Stop Blaming Migrants: NYC’s Crisis is About Mismanagement, Not Asylum Seekers

Stop Blaming Migrants: NYC’s Crisis is About Mismanagement, Not Asylum Seekers

New York City is many things: lively, resilient, diverse, and a mecca for fashion and art. But as the city grapples with an influx of asylum seekers, it is becoming a scapegoating machine.  Headlines and politicians have focused on migrants as the center of the city’s financial and housing struggles. But this isn’t a migrant […]

From the Garden to the Bronx: A Night to Remember in NY Sports

From the Garden to the Bronx: A Night to Remember in NY Sports

Friday marked a day when New York City felt united, despite the constant clashing between different sports fans.  I’m not a New York native, but I have even heard about the city’s long-time sports rivalries. And on Friday, it seemed like most of the city had something to celebrate, and to someone who isn’t that […]

Bodegas Deserve the Same Respect as Gourmet Markets

Bodegas Deserve the Same Respect as Gourmet Markets

Gourmet markets often receive praise for their curated selection and upscale ambiance, but they lack culture and familiarity. Bodegas on the other hand are flowing with culture and the feeling of closeness and family, yet they don’t get equal respect for their community role.  If you don’t know what a bodega is, it’s a small […]

The Supreme Court’s Legitimacy Crisis Is Already Here

The Supreme Court’s Legitimacy Crisis Is Already Here

The U.S. Supreme Court isn’t drifting toward crisis; it’s already there. With approval ratings at historic lows, ethics scandals clouding justices’ reputations, and a pattern of partisan rulings reshaping American life, public faith in the court has crumbled. The U.S. Supreme Court used to be a symbol of impartial justice, but recent polls and public […]

NYC’s Congestion Pricing Needs To Continue

New York City’s congestion pricing is doing its job. Since its beginning, New York City has seen fewer cars on the road, freeing up traffic, which has the added effect of fewer accidents and lowered air pollution.  Additionally, it has encouraged more pedestrians to use the buses and subway system. According to Gizmodo, buses and […]

The Trump Administration’s Bias Towards White South African Refugees Is Thanks To Elon Musk

The Trump Administration’s welcoming of white South African refugees should not come as a surprise to anyone. White South Africans have been a group of people that right-leaning groups and politicians have centered on for years, with problematic ideologies like the Great Replacement theory.  While Trump has previously made comments supporting white South Africans, this […]

Golden Goose Shoes Are the Dumbest Things I’ve Ever Heard

Golden Goose Shoes Are the Dumbest Things I’ve Ever Heard

$600 for sneakers that look like they’ve been run over twice and dragged through a mosh pit? Golden Goose built a brand on selling artificial distress as luxury, and people actually buy it?! Golden Goose is a clothing/sneaker brand founded in 2000 in Italy by Francesca Rinaldo and Alessandro Gallo. The entirety of their brand […]

Right Wing Women are Trying to Bring Back Anti-Feminism

Right Wing Women are Trying to Bring Back Anti-Feminism

In a twist of historical irony, some of the loudest voices attacking modern feminism aren’t men, they’re women. Figures like Marjorie Taylor Greene and influencers like Pearl Davis are reviving 1950s-style gender roles under the guise of “traditional values,” using platforms built by the feminist movements they denounce. The alternative rightwing media ecosystem is targeting […]

Makeup Products Are Still Toxic

The beauty industry is no stranger to bad business practices. Despite an increased effort by companies within the industry to turn to more sustainable and environmentally friendly methods, certain beauty products still contain toxic materials. The Environmental Working Group found that 88 toxic chemicals have been found in more than 73,000 products since 2020. According […]

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