The United States votes against the UN resolution calling for an ‘immediate humanitarian ceasefire’ in Gaza. This afternoon, February 20th, the United Nations Security Council proposed a resolution of an “immediate humanitarian ceasefire” in Gaza. The United States vetoed this motion. Currently, a battle looms in Rafah, a city in southern Gaza, where more than […]
Fatal Shooting at Kansas City Chiefs Victory Parade
What was an epic celebration for Kansas City has become a devastating loss after a fatal shooting at the Chiefs Super Bowl victory parade. On Wednesday afternoon, following the Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl victory, at least one person was killed and 21 others injured, including many children, in a mass shooting. Local police have […]
A Guide to the 96th Academy Awards
Just one month ahead of the 96th annual Academy Awards, aka The Oscars, here’s a guide to the best films that came out of 2023 by a self-proclaimed cinephile. It’s that time of the year again – the Oscars are here! With everything from intense dramas to movies inspired by plastic dolls up for awards, […]
This Barbie Won’t Win Best Director
Greta Gerwig’s ‘Barbie’ earned eight Oscar nominations, yet the key female figures — Gerwig and Barbie herself — were notably overlooked. This oversight begs the question: Did the Academy miss the film’s essence altogether? This past Tuesday morning, the highly anticipated Oscar nominations were announced, gaining the attention of fans eagerly awaiting the outcome of […]
The Best Ways to Get Involved Next Semester
SUNY Cortland is home to nearly 70 SGA-sponsored clubs, with the perfect match for you somewhere in there. From athletic teams to residence halls, there is no lack of opportunities for you to get involved. Finding ways to get involved on campus can be a daunting task, no matter what year you are. Figuring out […]
Never Going Out of Style: 1989 (Taylors Version)
Taylor Swift is reclaiming her masters, gaining ownership over her music. 1989 (Taylor’s Version) is a re-recorded version of the original 16 tracks, a remix with Kendrick Lamar, and five additional tracks that have gone instantly viral. If you haven’t heard, Taylor Swift is the world’s biggest star right now. This is partly in thanks […]
The Nominations, Snubs, and Surprises of the 2024 Grammy Nominations
As Grammy nominations are revealed, the music world buzzes with excitement, shining a spotlight on the standout talents that have shaped each year’s soundtrack. This year holds some pretty exciting nominations, snubs, and surprises. The nominations for the 2024 Grammy Awards are here! The show is notorious for a few surprising choices when it comes […]
Jazz Fever Strikes SUNY Cortland: Konrad Paszkudzki Trio to Perform This Weekend.
In the world of jazz, the Konrad Paszkudzki Trio has emerged, ready to captivate the hearts of audience members with their soulful sounds. Join us on Saturday, November 4th at 7 p.m. in Old Main’s Brown Auditorium for an evening that is sure to get your toes tapping. Sharing a love of classical jazz and […]
The Art of Unified Songwriting in Boygenius’ “the rest”
After releasing their debut album “the record” earlier this year, the supergroup known as boygenius is taking the world by storm. Now releasing a four-track accompanying EP titled “the rest,” boygenius is sure to win you over. Phoebe Bridgers, Julien Baker, and Lucy Dacus – AKA boygenius are the biggest indie-music sensations of 2024. Garnering […]
Wearing GUTS on Her Sleeve: A Review of Olivia Rodrigo’s Sophomore Album
Olivia Rodrigo has proven her place in the music industry and is here to stay with the release of her sophomore album GUTS. After a month of reflection, here are my thoughts. On September 8th, 2023, Olivia Rodrigo released a 40-minute showcase of girlhoods’ relationship with pure teen-angst. Following the success of her debut album […]