Photo courtesy of Pax Ahimsa Gethen, wiki. Every year people are unfortunately forced to cope with the loss of a loved one, whether that be because they passed away or have gone missing. Every year, there are some communities that find themselves missing their loved ones without getting an answer […]
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R. Kelly guilty verdict hopefully the start of Hollywood accountability
Photo courtesy of WBEZ, Flickr. On Sept. 28, a New York jury found R. Kelly guilty on all charges during his trial for racketeering and sex trafficking. Some 50 witnesses were brought to the stand and they accused him of targeting, grooming and exploiting young women and men for sexual […]
A professional’s view on mask mandates in public schools
Photo courtesy of Mika Baumeister, Unsplash. On Aug. 9, Governor Phil Murphy signed Executive Order 251 which implemented a mask mandate for all students and staff in New Jersey public schools due to high exposure to the COVID-19 delta variant. Executive Order 251 has been implemented for all levels of schooling […]
From Travolta to Platt: adults playing film teens
Photo coutesy of Ajay_Suresh, Flickr The film adaptation of the Tony Award-winning musical “Dear Evan Hansen” was released in theaters and online last weekend. Ben Platt played the role of Evan from the early stages of the workshop for the musical to the original Broadway production. He certainly breathes the […]
Bisexuals face unfair negative stigmas
Photo courtesy of Peter Salanki, Wiki Bisexual makes up the "B" in the acronym of LGBTQ+, and bisexuals themselves make up the largest grouping of people who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community. More than half of LGBTQ+ adults report they are bisexual, according to a 2021 Gallup poll. […]
True crime: Intriguing hobby or active hazard?
Photo courtesy of Brandon Anderson, Flickr For the past few years, true crime has become a popular trend in modern media. Podcasts, Netflix and YouTube are just some of the hot spots for true crime content. Bailey Sarian, popular for her “Murder Mystery and Makeup Mondays” series, has 5.65 million […]
#FreeBritney transformed from a trend into reality
Photo courtesy of Mike Maguire, Flickr Unity is something that comes in many forms. It doesn’t occur in one particular mold but rather in a variety of spaces. Whether it be in-person or online, the sight of people coming together can be a beautiful moment to capture. Britney Spears, a […]
FBI worsens own reputation after botching Nassar case
Photo courtesy of Michigan Attorney Generals Office Fair Use, Wiki Trauma is an aspect of life that many struggle to cope with, especially when people find themselves in a position where they must consistently recount the upsetting events they have endured. Over the course of the past few years, a […]
Broadway returns to NYC under new COVID mandates
Photo courtesy of Fair Use, Wiki For a year and a half Broadway’s marquee lights have been shut off, leaving New York City dark. Now this metropolitan staple is making a show-stopping return, with musicals such as “Wicked,” “The Lion King” and “Hamilton” being met with standing ovations. Broadway […]
AOC’s Met Gala sparks controversy and discussion
Photo courtesy of Victoria Pickering, Flickr On Sept. 13, the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City held its annual Met Gala. This fundraiser consists of celebrities traveling to NYC dressed in the appointed theme of the night. One of the most eye-catching looks of the evening that stirred […]