Wednesday, July 9, 2025
I believe Shane Gillis is a good comedian and I’m glad he’ll be hosting Saturday Night Live (SNL) later this month. Having said that, I equally believe there’s a lot to be discussed about the ethics of comedy and when offensive jokes should be accepted. Gillis was initially chosen as […]
Recently, “canceling” celebrities has become common in pop culture. Even Taylor Swift, with her huge popularity and influence, has not been immune to its effects. Swift received Album of the Year for “Midnights” at the 66th Annual Grammy Awards. Even though her fans were thrilled, she received backlash for not […]
During the age of COVID-19, colleges all across the country made sending in standardized test scores like the ACT or SAT optional for applicants. This ruling was a relief for those who have difficulty taking tests. However, Dartmouth College recently announced that it will now be requiring scores again. The […]
PRO The idea of artificial intelligence (AI) in the medical field may turn some heads and leave a sour taste in some mouths, even though the potential benefits of this technology might bring some newfound advancements. While the present-day benefits may not outweigh the negatives yet, improvements to the technology […]
West Virginia wants to make some changes in order to protect the children. Of course, this starts with bills refusing transgender youth the right to use the bathroom that aligns with their gender identity, arming teachers and banning books for “obscene” material. This is, unfortunately, nothing new in our country. […]
A recent proposal in the Florida State Legislature further reveals the unmistakable motives of conservative lawmakers to alienate and ostracize Americans belonging to marginalized groups. HB 901, authored by Florida Republican Rep. David Borrero, would prohibit governmental entities such as schools and government agencies from displaying flags that represent “a […]
The 96th Academy Awards are dominated by “Oppenheimer” with 13 nominations, “Poor Things” with 11 and “Killers of the Flower Moon” with 10. Greta Gerwig’s summer hit “Barbie” has eight nominations compared to its competitors, but fans are not satisfied with its specific categories. Its nominations are as follows: […]
On Oct. 28, Adam Johnson, an American hockey player, died after his neck was cut by a skate blade during a game. Johnson was 29 years old, playing for the Nottingham Panthers. The incident occurred in a Challenge Cup game that took place at Sheffield’s Utilita Arena in England. Johnson’s […]
In the past year, it has been almost impossible to walk around a college campus, browse through the aisles at a store or scroll on social media without seeing a Stanley cup.
Last November, I had to say goodbye to the dog who watched me start first-grade and my first year of college. Her name was Shea, and she was a Labrador retriever mix with black fur and a white patch on her stomach. We grew up together — but her life […]
