Opinions
Who defines the dictionary — and who doesn't?
When we encounter an unfamiliar word in our daily lives, we instinctively turn to a dictionary or, with a simple click of a mouse, get right to consulting the Internet. We glance...
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Try Thanksgiving without the turkey
Close your eyes and picture Thanksgiving. What do you see? If you’re like most Americans, a particular image probably pops into your head — a large turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing and pumpkin...
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'Tis the season for burnout
Before going to college, the last two years of high school are crucial for creating the perfect application. We all remember the stress that came with comparing ourselves to our peers in...
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Electric infrastructure in the United States needs serious change
Although the word “infrastructure” rarely inspires politicians, it is a vital component of a nation’s strength and power. Modern civilization is dependent on otherwise unremarkable infrastructure such as railways, pipelines, cell towers,...
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When the season ends
Each summer, as children, my friends and I would pedal our way to the neighborhood baseball field. The grass was always too high, the infield was always unraked, the dugouts littered with...
Columns
Offering advice to those who don't give it to us
With spring schedule registration just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to address Binghamton University’s subpar academic advising. I only have experience with Harpur Academic Advising, but considering around two-thirds of...
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Zohran Mamdani's victory proves the rising influence of young voters
In the late hours of Election Day, New York City mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani addressed a crowd of his supporters, smiling ear to ear. Mamdani’s campaign was filled with energy and enthusiasm, which...
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Having 'girly' interests should be celebrated, not criticized
From childhood, it is instilled in young girls’ brains to be embarrassed by their “girly” interests. In turn, girls with masculine interests rarely face as much ridicule as boys with feminine interests....
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Time gaps are killing good TV
In just a few weeks, the first of three parts of the final season of “Stranger Things” will be available to stream. Season five arrives nearly a decade after the show premiered...
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Canada’s Liberals must not become complacent
The last year in Canada’s history will surely find its place in history books. In the April 2025 election, Canada demonstrated how closely its politics and economics are tied to the developments...