By Mylie Norton, Staff Writer “Diva” is a Latin word that translates to “goddess”. In recent years, we have seen the rise of the “diva”, a term previously detested by the masses. But how has that term taken over our world and those who are classified as so-called divas? Calling…
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By Ryan Capone, Staff Writer Currently, America has trouble controlling its obesity epidemic. According to the World Federation for Fighting Obesity, America has the 19th highest obesity rate in the world for both adult males and females at 43 percent of its population. With the amount of fast food readily…
By Nick Singer, Staff Writer. On Sunday, Feb. 16, Saturday Night Live (SNL) hosted its “SNL50 Anniversary Special.” The special celebrated the show’s run of 50 years with an incredible lineup of comedy sketches, live musical performances and stand up monologues, uniting some of the most popular names in the…
By Mylie Norton, Staff Writer Overconsumption core is a social media phenomenon concerning our excessive consumption of goods. In a society obsessed with surplus, the added exposure to the online world means an endorsement for overconsumption by internet celebrities whose status can be extremely influential on our culture. Social media…
By Ryan Agosto, Staff Writer Saint Patrick’s Day is a cultural holiday celebrated in Ireland, Northern Ireland, and the United States. Whilst the holiday still commemorates the foremost patron saint of Ireland, consumer culture has come to encapsulate the idea, turning the day into somewhat of a spectacle for binge…
By Ryan Kelley, Staff Writer There has been a major surge in sports betting within younger generations, particularly Generation Z, as well as the younger half of Millennials. The rise of betting culture and the overall appeal to young adults has seen an increase due to its ability to be…
By Izzy Stein, Staff Writer ardian of Uncrustables and other Goods: an interview with Makenzi Mollitor If you’ve ever strolled down the perpetual halls of Pratt Recreation Center, chances are you’ve crossed paths with some of the true pioneers behind student athlete success without even noticing. Among this group of…
By Olivia Mangelli, Staff Writer It’s only the second month of 2025, and those who wish for everlasting love year after year are already losing hope. With technology advancing at an exponential rate, you would think it would be easier to find your perfect match online. But for some, this…
By Katherine Abayev, Staff Writer Last weekend’s Grammy Awards prompted discussion on the state of music in our modern age. There were lots of surprising wins and losses, incredible performances, and eccentric fashion statements. But many were left wondering how certain songs achieved nominations in categories or genres they didn’t…
By Danielle O’Connor, Staff Writer Meet Milana Butera, a junior nutrition major who’s a standout athlete on the women’s hockey team. Not only is she dominating on the ice, but she’s also making noise in the world of fitness and nutrition. As a dedicated student-athlete, Butera has taken her passion…