Opinion

Does social media contribute to body issues?

I think now more than ever, social media does contribute to body issues. As college students we spend an extreme amount of time on apps like Instagram, Snapchat, and Tiktok. With this, we follow influencers that seem to be living these luxurious lifestyles, and they all seem to be healthy, skinny ,or enjoying life in […]

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The risks of remote work

Remote work options have become almost an expectation for flexibility and convenience in the modern workplace. The pandemic proved that many jobs can be done from home and the rise of technology has also made companies make the shift to offering more remote jobs. However, working in your pajamas and avoiding the daily commute could […]

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Chiefs vs Eagles Super Bowl recap

After another eventful NFL season, the Philadelphia Eagles are officially world champions after defeating the reigning 2-time champion Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX by a final score of 40-22. Many thought this would be similar to the 2023 Super Bowl where the same two teams faced off in a back and forth game […]

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Cold vs. warm showers

Cold showers are often seen as a challenge or discomfort, but they offer significantmental and physical benefits that make them a better choice for many people. While warmshowers are comfortable and relaxing, cold showers provide many advantages that contribute toboth mental clarity and physical health. Firstly, cold showers have proven physical benefits, particularly for the […]

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Battle of the bars: Jmacs

When the hangover starts to subside on Saturday night and students fully recover from their night out at Porta, there is only one place on Monmouth students’ minds. Johnny Mac House of Spirits, or Jmacs as we call it, is located on Main Street in Asbury Park and houses Monmouth’s greatest local bar scene. With […]

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Battle of the bars: Porta

Porta, located at 911 Kingsley St. in the vivacious and lively town of Asbury Park is one of the best bars to visit on a Friday night. Opened seven days a week, Porta specializes in happy hour delights and delicious cocktails. But, at 10 p.m. every Friday, the calming environment of this cozy restaurant is […]

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Can money buy happiness?

The question you’ve been asked multiple times in your life, “Can money buy happiness?” It seems like a silly question, but in reality, it’s a question that can be very hard to answer. To me, I believe that money can’t buy you happiness, but it can buy you things that make you happy. Same goes […]