Tag: OpEd

Prioritizing Protein Over Fiber Is Killing Americans

Prioritizing Protein Over Fiber Is Killing Americans

The restructuring of federal nutrition guidelines within the United States has prioritized certain food groups over others. This hasn’t been the first time certain foods have been elevated as benefiting a person’s overall health, but once again, the over-prioritization is once again likely to lead to millions of Americans gaining preventative diseases later in life. […]

A Recap of Paris Fashion Week

A Recap of Paris Fashion Week

If you’re looking for the pinnacle of high-end fashion, then the French capital was the perfect place to be. This year’s Paris Fashion Week can be described in three words—chic, sexy, and absolutely breathtaking. Many celebrities like Zendaya, Tyla, Margot Robbie, Chappell Roan, and several others gave us a special treat in their attendance to […]

Former NY Jets Star Uses ChatGPT for Advice after Murder

Former NY Jets Star Uses ChatGPT for Advice after Murder

People use ChatGPT for everything—-writing resignation letters, cheating on homework, brainstorming new business proposals—quite literally everything. The possibilities are endless, and ChatGPT has become a reliable tool for helping people think in ways that they have never thought possible…but who knew that ChatGPT could be used as a source of advice after a murder? To […]

Does Timothée Chalamet Have a Pointe?

Does Timothée Chalamet Have a Pointe?

I think everyone has seen the viral video of Timothée Chalamet saying “no one cares” about ballet or opera. The clip is originally from a town hall at the University of Texas hosted by Variety and CNN that was posted online on February 24, 2026. In the video, Matthew McConaughey and Timothée Chalamet discuss their […]

Should Tech Companies Enter The Makeup Space?

Should Tech Companies Enter The Makeup Space?

​A recent makeup stunt by global tech company Apple has many consumers wondering if the company is venturing into the Beauty industry. While it certainly looks promising, the Apple blush compact seems to be just promotional material for the new MacBook Neo. ​It’s emblematic of companies like Apple to appeal to a certain female demographic. […]

The Firing of Kristi Noem

The Firing of Kristi Noem

With immigration at the forefront of the Trump administration, the Secretary of Homeland Security was leading the way for ICE and the deportation plans within the United States. Kristi Noem, former Governor of South Dakota from 2019-2025, was sworn into the position on January 25, 2025. Her plans for the department focused on sealing the […]

Let’s Hear It From the Famous

Let’s Hear It From the Famous

Celebrities spend their entire careers consumed by the media. Every step they take, every decision they make, there is a camera waiting to record the moment and paparazzi ready to share their perspective of the story. Individuals crave the spotlight–the glamour and glory that comes with wearing the celebrity title keeps bags packed for auditions […]

Why Emotion Makes Sports 10 Times More Engaging

Why Emotion Makes Sports 10 Times More Engaging

Michael Jordan laid on the locker room floor in tears after the Chicago Bulls defeated the Seattle SuperSonics in the 1996 NBA Finals. Serena Williams jumped for joy after her triumphant win against Victoria Azarenka in the 2013 US Open Final. The common theme in both of these contexts? Emotion. Sports entertainment is a mentally, […]

Barbie’s Influence on Modern Beauty Standards

Barbie’s Influence on Modern Beauty Standards

When Ruth Handler noticed that the girls’ toy market was dominated by baby dolls, she was inspired to develop a 3D toy that “was about exploring the experience of being a grown woman”. Drawing on the appearance of Bild Lilli, a German comic strip character, Handler created the iconic Barbie doll we know today. Released […]

The True War: The President vs. The American People

The True War: The President vs. The American People

It’s no question that President Donald Trump’s relationship with a substantial chunk of the American population is far from peachy, and his recent actions have expanded the cracks within the relationship even further. Getting the entire country on one accord is an insurmountable feat for anyone as political and social differences create strong division amongst […]

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