You are driving down the freeway, windows down, wind blowing through your hair. A song comes on that you have never heard before, by an artist whose name is brand new to you. When the drive is over, you search this new artist up on social media, because the song was amazing, and you would […]
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The Diaries of a Gluten Free Girl
“You will have to follow a strict gluten-free diet for the rest of your life.” While this was not a life threatening statement, my younger self was devastated by hearing these words come from my doctor’s mouth. To me, I thought about all the future events I would attend where all the food would be […]
Will the New York Giants’ New Coach be a Good Fit for the Team?
The New York Giants have announced that John Harbaugh will be the team’s 21st head coach. Harbaugh was fired after a difficult season for the Ravens, who missed the playoffs with a record of 8-9. So what should New York Giants fans expect from the team’s new coach? Harbaugh has a strong record of success. […]
Tied Together With a Smile.. or a Perfect Accessory
The perfect shirt that fits us in just the right way, the perfect pair of jeans that snatches us in all the right places.. These both bring together an outfit beautifully. However, there is even one more step we can take that will elevate our entire look to a whole new level–the perfect accessory. Everyone […]
Trusting the “Political Influencer”
Everything has made its way onto social media nowadays. We scroll through our feeds and see a variety of different content–fashion advice, celebrity drama, cat videos, and now we even see influencers creating content geared towards a political audience. From all sides of the political spectrum we are seeing more and more influencers, mainly of […]
Teens Arrested for Anti-Semitic Graffiti in Brooklyn Park
2 teenage boys were arrested after painting over 50 swastikas and other anti-semitic messages in Gravesend Park in southwest Brooklyn. The park is located in a predominantly Jewish area of the city. Police officers arrived at the park on Monday evening after receiving a 911 call. They found more than 15 swastikas painted all over […]
Barbie’s Bookstore Adventure
Come on, Barbie, let’s go party… at the bookstore? Mattel has announced that Barbie will be starring in her first YA (young adult) book. Set in a magical fantasy world, Barbie: Dreamscape will be written by #1 New York Times Bestselling author Alex Aster, who rose to fame with the publication of her Lightlark series. […]
New Legislation to Protect Bodega Cats in New York
If you live in New York City, chances are you have seen a “bodega cat”, and even if you don’t live in NYC, these furry friends are trending all over social media. But what many don’t know is that these felines are more than just pets; they are coworkers. The relationship between stores and cats […]
Preparing for the Celebrations.. Or the Defeats
The end of January and beginning of February often is perceived as the dead of winter, the end of the holiday season, and dreams of summer and warmer weather. For your football fanatic friends, it is one of the most exciting times of year. With the AFC and NFC championship games approaching Sunday, January 25 […]
Is Modern Rap Dead? Are We Losing True Depth and Dimension Within the Context of our Music?
Rap music has evolved drastically over the course of several decades. It has often been regarded as one of the rawest and most unfiltered genres of music with its recurring themes of sex, violence, substance use, money, etc. While rap has tended to center around these tropes over the years, its contexts have not been […]
The Outrage Over The Alleged Director Of Batman: Brave And The Bold Might Be Overblown
The discussion over James Gunn’s DCU intensified in recent years, especially with the debut of the franchises news projects like Creature Commandos and Superman 2025. The failure of the previous DC film franchise has made fans hypervigilant over the success of the rebooted franchise, which has grown even worse with the recent leaks surrounding the […]
New York and New Jersey Face Serious Blood Shortages
Hospitals in New York and New Jersey are facing severe blood shortages. According to the New York Blood Center, during the weeks of Christmas and New Year’s, fewer than 10,000 donations were collected. The necessary amount of donations needed to maintain a steady supply is over 12,000 units a day. This shortage of donations has […]
