Reflecting on COVID-19: pools, face shields
Last weekend, I went to Syracuse to see Elton John in concert at The Dome. It was an absolutely amazing show and an experience I will not forget anytime soon. However, one thing I could not help notice was the…
National days unimportant, excuse for marketingÂ
Many people are aware of the trendy âNational Days,â such as National Girlfriend Appreciation Day, National Black Cat Awareness Day and National Donut Day, but they are oblivious to the mindlessness that many of these unofficial holidays represent. Take the…
Movie theaters facing decline
In light of the COVID-19 pandemicâs harsh impact on movie theaters worldwide, the question of whether such establishments may soon grow extinct has greatly loomed. What was once a cherished entertainment institution has gradually faded from relevance. Decreased attendance, a…
COVID-19 policy good, could cause problemsÂ
Things have changed at SUNY Oswego in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. It started with the school shutting down and sending students home. Then we returned to campus the following school year while having online classes and social distancing…
Rule of Queen Elizabeth II deserves respect Â
I have never ruled an entire Empire. I have never met 15 prime ministers and 14 American presidents. All because I am not Elizabeth II, who died on Sept. 8 at 96 years old. I think the Queen should be…
Bring the popcorn and M&Mâs: September Netflix recommendations
As we are about halfway through the month of September and entering fall mode as temperatures begin to drop, some people may want to start to find more things to watch. Whether you are beginning to settle into your routine…
âInvitationâ beckons viewers to enjoy fun, old-fashioned vampire story
âThe Invitationâ is a 2022 supernatural horror film directed by Jessica M. Thompson (âBack on Boardâ). The film was written by Blair Butler (âFresh Inkâ), and produced by Emilie Gladstone (âThe Curse Of La Lloronaâ) and has a PG-13 rating. …
âBarbarianâ shocks viewers with disturbing story, social commentary
Imagine booking an Airbnb in Detroit for an upcoming job interview, only to discover that there has been an accidental double booking and that there is already a man staying there. You, with no other options available, have to stay…
âFinal Gambitâ brings âInheritance Gamesâ triology to satisfying end
âThe Final Gambitâ by Jennifer Lynn Barnes (âThe Naturalsâ) is the third book in âThe Inheritance Gamesâ series. The book follows Avery Grambs almost one year after the first book takes place. She is close to having full access to…
Ozzy Osbourne returns to confront demons in âPatient Number 9â
The godfather of metal is back with a vengeance. After much anticipation, Ozzy Osbourne (âCrazy Trainâ) released his thirteenth studio album âPatient Number 9â on Sept. 9. For fans of numerical significance, there are thirteen tracks on the album and…
