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Mamdani Launches New Initiative To Improve Government Websites

By Caitlyn Taylor
- Tuesday, July 21, 2026

A new initiative by the Mamdani administration to improve New York City government websites was introduced last week. According to the announcement, Public Interest Technology crews will be used to rectify inefficiencies seen within city websites to provide better services to the public. For Mamdani, this initiative aims to streamline...

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Top Moments in FIFA World Cup

By Sreedevi Rajesh
- Monday, July 20, 2026

The FIFA World Cup has created many unforgettable moments in football history. Every tournament features exciting matches, incredible goals, and memorable performances that fans remember for years. These moments are a big reason why the World Cup is the world’s biggest sporting event. One recent highlight was England’s 6-4 win...

Politics

Should Guns Be Banned in the USA?

By Sreedevi Rajesh
- Monday, July 20, 2026

Gun violence has become one of the biggest issues in the United States. Many lives have been unfortunately taken by gun violence, and 60% of deaths among kids under 17 are because of gun violence. Many people wonder if banning guns would make the country safer, while others believe gun...

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Spain Wins World Cup at MetLife Stadium

By Sreedevi Rajesh
- Monday, July 20, 2026

Yesterday, July 19th, 2026, Spain’s 1-0 victory against Argentina in the FIFA World Cup final at MetLife Stadium in the New York and New Jersey region is a reminder that championships are decided by patience rather than spectacle. While fans expected an offensive showdown, the match became a tense tactical...

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The Strange Emotional Attachment Players Form With NPCs

By Kelsey Iffert
- Friday, July 17, 2026

Ever play a game where a character dies, and you get weirdly emotional, maybe even cry because you feel like you connected with them? There have been a lot of characters that I have personally related to or even connected with, and I might not have cried, but I was...

Movies

New Movie: Moana Struggling Amongst Critics

By Sreedevi Rajesh
- Friday, July 17, 2026

Disney’s latest version of Moana, which came out a week ago on July 10th release has sparked mixed reactions from critics, with many questioning whether it captures the magic of the original. While audiences have shown excitement, reviews suggest the film relies too heavily on nostalgia instead of bringing something...

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Why Some People Feel More Connected to Fictional Characters Than Real Athletes

By Kelsey Iffert
- Friday, July 17, 2026

When it comes to real athletes, it can be hard to feel connected to them, especially if you are not athletic. But when it comes to fictional athletes in anime or even TV shows, they often feel more human than the real deal. It’s hard to relate to being good...