Sultry singer Nessa Barrett released “AFTERCARE DELUXE” on Feb.7, adding six more hits to the original 15-track album. Fans did not think that the original album — which came out on Nov. 15 — could get any better, but Barrett truly outdid herself. The first addition, “LOVE LOOKS PRETTY ON […]
Author: Amanda Jones
Track and field teams achieve impressive times at MET Championships
Last Friday, the men’s and women’s track and field teams traveled to Staten Island, N.Y. to compete in the Metropolitan Indoor Track and Field Championships at the Ocean Breeze Athletic Complex. The women placed seventh overall and the men 12th. Senior Gbarper Dwah completed the 60m dash with a time […]
‘The Brutalist’ faces unwarranted scrutiny on AI usage
The use of artificial intelligence is one of the most controversial topics among our age group right now. Some think it is a harmless enhancement or brainstorming tool, while others find it to be an environmentally harmful way to cheat. There are so many different ways to use it, and […]
‘Gladiator II’ does not live up to the original
In the most serious way possible, “Gladiator” changed the trajectory of my life. It was the first movie I remember watching that made me realize my deep love for film. You could say it’s literally my Roman Empire. The 2000 action-adventure classic was nominated for 12 Academy Awards, winning five, […]
Roblox finally gives parents more control
Roblox, an online gaming platform which has 88.9 million users logging on daily, is finally making major updates in order to keep children safe. I am a huge advocate for child welfare, especially when it comes to their internet use — so I believe that these new parental controls are […]
Nessa Barrett’s ‘AFTERCARE’ is a no skip album
Nessa Barrett dropped her sophomore album, “AFTERCARE,” a moody 15-track anthology that dives into sex, love and consequences on Nov. 15. Since her debut in 2020, Barrett has been an artist I frequently anticipate listening to, and this new album is definitely her best work yet. Each song has a […]
Transgender Day of Remembrance observed on campus
Ramapo’s Women’s Center and LGBTQ+ services, the Office of Violence Prevention (OVP) and the Center for Health and Counseling Services hosted a vigil and proclamation for Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR) on Nov. 20. TDOR is observed annually on Nov. 20 and serves to memorialize those who have been killed […]
Tri State teams take early lead in 2024 NHL season
As we hit the second month of the NHL season, it’s time to check in on our local teams. Here’s how November is shaping up for the New Jersey Devils, New York Rangers and New York Islanders. The Devils stumbled out of the gate this November, falling to the Calgary […]
Raining cats and dogs: Students debate the better household pet
DOGS Have you ever wondered why dogs are called “man’s best friend,” but cats have nothing like that? Or why the percentage of households in the U.S. that own dogs (45.5%) is higher than those who own cats (32.1%)? Well don’t worry, I’m here to solve those inner qualms you […]
New ‘Apex Legends’ update is a hit and a miss
“Apex Legends” has finally released its long-awaited new season update, “From the Rift.” Season 23 brings players some much needed support legend buffs, weapon changes and an overall feeling of nostalgia. The update was made available on Nov. 5, and the only game-mode available to play was “Launch Royale.” In […]