What makes a “classic” novel such as “The Great Gatsby,” “The Catcher in the Rye,” and “To Kill a Mockingbird”? A classic novel must be able to stand the test of time with its complex characters and themes. It must remain relevant across different eras and continue to be read long after publication. Classic novels […]
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New York Jets Hire Aaron Glenn as Head Coach
Aaron Glenn, a former defensive coordinator for the Detroit Lions, has been hired as the new head coach of the New York Jets. Glenn was the Jets’ first-round pick in 1994, and now he’s come back to take on the head coach role. This is truly a full-circle moment for Glenn as he rejoins the […]
Federal Judge Blocks Trump’s Freeze on Aid
A federal judge has temporarily blocked President Trump’s efforts to freeze aid for Medicaid and education after policies confused the country. There have been many reactions to the Trump administration’s freeze, such as fear, confusion, and even lawsuits. Nonprofit organizations including the National Council of Nonprofits have filed suit in federal court in Washington DC. […]
Why do Critics Love ‘Emilia Pérez’ and Fans Hate it?
“Emilia Pérez” is a film about a Mexican lawyer who has to help a cartel boss retire and transition into a woman. The film was quite a hit with critics, earning 13 Oscar nominations and 10 Golden Globe Nominations. However, if you look closely at what the audiences think, it’s barely a hit. It’s not […]
Kendrick Lamar Pressured to Remove “Not Like Us” from Super Bowl Setlist
The NFL announced that Lamar would headline the Super Bowl 59 halftime show back in September after his major success in 2024. Now, Kendrick Lamar is being pressured to remove “Not Like Us” from his Super Bowl halftime show. 2024 was the year that escalated Drake and Kendrick Lamar’s feud. With Lamar’s track “Not Like Us” calling […]
New Music Coming Out Early 2025
Starting 2025 with some good tunes is vital to a successful year. These first few months, artists across genres are releasing brand new tracks you’re sure to love. January 24th: The Bad Fire by Mogwai The Scottish post-rock band Mogwai will release its new album, “The Bad Fire,” today, January 24th. Formed in 1995 in […]
Chicago Bears Hire Ben Johnson as Head Coach
The Chicago Bears have officially hired the former Lions Offensive Coordinator Ben Johnson. In a statement shared by the team, Johnson expressed his excitement about taking on the new role, “The Chicago Bears are a world-class franchise with a phenomenal history and incredible fanbase. I am thankful to George, Kevin, Ryan, and the entire organization […]
Trump Declares U.S. Withdrawal from World Health Organization
President Trump announced an executive order on Monday to withdraw the U.S. from W.H.O. and the Paris agreement. President Trump’s executive order on Monday stated, “organization’s mishandling of the COVID-19 pandemic that arose out of Wuhan, China, and other global health crises, its failure to adopt urgently needed reforms, and its inability to demonstrate independence […]
Dangerously Cold Weather Hits NYC
For the past few days, NYC has been plunged into cold weather, and it won’t stop yet. These dangerously cold temperatures won’t climb above freezing for a while. These sub-zero temperatures and winds have prompted the National Weather Service to warn of extremely cold weather in coastal/interior New Jersey and the Catskills until 12 p.m. […]
NCAA Approves Women’s Wrestling as 91st Championship Sport
Women’s wrestling officially advanced from an NCAA emerging sport for women to a national collegiate championship. Athletes from divisions I, II, and III can compete in the sport, which was approved at the NCAA’s national convention. Women’s wrestling began gaining traction in the United States in 1972, following the signing of Title IX legislation, which […]
Supreme Court Backs TikTok Ban
The Supreme Court unanimously voted to uphold the federal law banning TikTok unless its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, sells it. The court rejected claims that the company’s First Amendment rights would be violated. The U.S. government has labeled TikTok a national security risk, citing concerns that the Chinese government could access and misuse user data. […]
Will Printed Books Go Extinct?
With the rise of new technologies, many things we once adored have gone extinct or near extinction. Things such as Blockbuster stores, CDs, and vinyl records (although they have become more popular again), have become more of an item of nostalgia rather than a typical household item. With much of these things going away, will […]
