WEST LONG BRANCH, N.J. – It had been a long time since the world heard new music from Ed Sheeran, and the wait finally ended on March 3, 2017 when he released his brand new album ÷ (Divide). Comprised of 16 tracks and a whole lot of nostalgia, this album is truly special, and deserves the […]
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Growing Up in Two Different Cultures
WEST LONG BRANCH, N.J. – This past week, I went to a Tarkan concert. You probably have no clue who that is because he’s a Turkish popstar. I grew up in a Turkish household so I was exposed to two different cultures simultaneously my whole life. I always liked the fact that I wasn’t just […]
Social Media Addicted? Just Live Your Life
WEST LONG BRANCH, N.J. – Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, Snapchat, Pinterest, Tumblr and etc. You are bound to have a profile on at least one of these platforms, if not all them. Social media can be so fun and useful. You can connect with friends and family across the globe and it is even a great […]
The New York Jets Rebuild: Where Do They Need Help?
WEST LONG BRANCH, N.J. – “When defeat comes, accept it as a signal that your plans are not sound, rebuild those plans, and set sail once more toward your coveted goal,” said Napoleon Hill. The New York Jets head coach Todd Bowles may have fooled himself by saying, “there’s no rebuilding”; but when you cut 6 starters […]
Why Ron Weasley Became my Favorite Character
WEST LONG BRANCH, N.J. – Recently, I was able to revisit one of my favorite childhood books, Harry Potter and the Sorcerers Stone. When I read the book the first time, I was immediately drawn to Hermione Granger, the bushy haired witch who made a family for herself in the magical world of Hogwarts. This […]
The Perks of Being an Immigrant
WEST LONG BRANCH, N.J. – Now this may come as news to some people, but I was not born in America. I was instead born in a hospital just a few miles from the beach in India. However, I am a naturalized American citizen; this means that I literally pledged my allegiance to the United […]
Times are Changing for the New York Yankees
WEST LONG BRANCH, N.J. – This upcoming Yankees’ season will be a very important one in regards to the future of the franchise. Last year the team did something that was previously unheard of in Yankee land: they were sellers at the trading deadline. They shipped off superstar relief pitchers Aroldis Chapman and Andrew Miller for […]
The Rocky Road to Wrestlemania: WWE Updates
WEST LONG BRANCH, N.J. – We are just about five weeks away from the “showcase of the immortals“, meaning now is the time that the WWE will begin to put together the match card. There are many story lines that should be under speculation between now and April 2nd, but here are a few things that seem to be […]
All Star Weekend 2017 Wrap Up
WEST LONG BRANCH, N.J. – From February 17 to the 19, the NBA sponsored the All Star Weekend 2017 at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans. The action packed weekend marks the halfway point of the season. The All Star game allows athletes to be voted in by the fans, players, and the media, to compete in […]
David Ortiz is Sticking to Retirement
WEST LONG BRANCH, N.J. – Red Sox fans entering the 2017 season must feel the same way Yankees fans felt taking on the 2015 season. On opening day of 2015, it was exciting to know baseball was finally back, but unfortunately it meant the “Captain” Derek Jeter, was not going to grace the field again. This event has […]