In mid-April 2026, I saw an Instagram video of a local band based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, promoting their next show, which was happening in just a few days. The venue was just ten minutes from my home, and it was on a Saturday night when I typically had nothing to do. Unfamiliar with the local […]
Author: JULIAN CAROMANO
Popping the artificial intelligence bubble
The early to mid-2020s were notable for the advancement of artificial intelligence technology, commonly shortened to A.I. The innovation of the modern language-model comes with a new wave of tools readily available to the public, such as a feature to communicate with an A.I chat-bot and ask any questions you wish, an image generation tool […]
Supreme Court rules against Colorado’s ban on conversion therapy for minors
O n March 31, 2026, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled 8-1 against a law in Colorado that prevented mental health professionals from providing “conversion therapy” to minors, in the case Chiles v. Salazar. The focus of the case centered on whether or not the state, or the government in general, could restrict licensed mental health […]
Your 2026 summer playlist
Summer is right around the corner, and no time is better than now to find some perfect songs and albums suited for the season. From the 80s to as recent as a year ago, these songs remain timeless for their melodies that make you feel like you’re right on summers’ doorstep. We could all use […]
Has Christmas lost its spirit?
As the holidays draw near, a sense of wonder seems to fill the air. The crisp chill of late autumn, the Christmas decorations being brought out of storage, the gifts you pick out for your friends and family. It all feels very nostalgic, pleasant, and even magical as the year comes to a close. Don’t […]
Are concert tickets too overpriced?
Michael Rapino, CEO of Live Nation and Ticketmaster, claims that concert tickets are underpriced, pointing to the price of live sports events in comparison to concerts. “Music has been underappreciated,” Rapino stated, in a CNBC Sport and Boardroom’s Game Plan conference. “In sports, I joke it’s like a badge of honor to spend 70 grand […]
The beach: ultimate relaxation
When we think of the beach, we imagine a variety of things. Warm sand, crashing waves, the sun perched high in the sky; an image that seems very calming, peaceful, and relaxing. No matter which beach it is, it always induces this unique feeling of comfort and tranquility, facing a seemingly endless expanse of sun-touched […]
Underrated summer vacation spots
A college student knows better than anyone that finding time to relax and enjoy yourself is important, and there’s no better time for that than summer break! You can cool off by the beach, get together with friends for a night out, maybe travel somewhere in the world for a well-deserved vacation after stressing over […]