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Kanye West is a hot mess that we need to leave in the past

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BY: JOSEPH DEBELL, OPINION EDITOR Photo Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons In a landscape brimming with talented artists creating compelling music, it’s time to move past Kanye West’s divisive legacy and embrace new voices. Polarizing Chicago rapper, singer, songwriter, producer and former presidential candidate, Kanye West, collaborated with the talented singer and songwriter, Ty Dolla $ign,…

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David Stearns had a good first offseason

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ANTHONY DASILVA, STAFF WRITER Photo Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons The MLB season is just around the corner, and after a disappointing 2023 season, many Mets fans aren’t pleased with how new General Manager David Stearns maneuvered his first offseason in Queens.  Stearns played his first offseason in New York smart, considering this was a below-average…

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Why it’s important to recognize Valentine’s Day

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By: ISABEL MARZULLO, STAFF WRITER Photo Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons This past Wednesday marked Valentine’s Day. A day in which individuals throughout the country show their love and affection by gifting flowers, chocolates and cards. Or perhaps they showed love by making a home-cooked meal or having a quiet night. Regardless of how Valentine’s Day…

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The Kansas City Chiefs are on pace to make history

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LANDON WASHBURN, CONTRIBUTING WRITER Photo Courtesy of Wikimeida Commons A dynasty is a team or individual that dominates their sport or league for an extended time. Since the Kansas City Chiefs traded up to the 10th overall pick in 2017 to take the gunslinger Patrick Mahomes out of Texas Tech, they have been associated with…

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Taylor’s new era over “Reputation (Taylor’s Version)”

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BY: MORGAN KILGER, NEWS EDITOR Photo Courtesy of @taylorswift on Instagram Calling all ‘swifties’ — there’s a new era.  At the 2024 Grammy Awards this past Sunday, Taylor Swift announced her new album, “The Tortured Poets Department,” to be released on April 19. This shocked her fanbase since hints at the re-release of her “Reputation”…

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Here are the most enticing menu items on campus

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By: ISABEL MARZULLO, STAFF WRITER Photo Courtesy of Isabel Marzullo One of the many things St. Bonaventure University has to offer is a variety of food services. Whether you want a sub at the RC Café or a smoothie at Freshens, Bonaventure has it covered, providing at least six on-campus options. My friend, Blair Baptiste,…

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Apple Music’s unethical pay plan hurts ‘indie’ artists

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BY: JOSEPH DEBELL, OPINION EDITOR Photo Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons Amid the media attention that arrives with the Grammy Awards, it’s important to remember that the capitalistic system through which artists get paid is still broken and unfair.  While we usually talk about this “unfairness” in the context of Spotify because of its questionable and…

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Yes, the ‘Barbie’ movie is still relevant

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BY: MORGAN KILGER, NEWS EDITOR Photo Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons Like many girls my age, I saw the Barbie movie when it hit theaters over the summer. I have read or seen many different opinions of the film online. Most of them point out how relevant the movie is, which I agree with. Some of…

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Five tips for getting back into the swing of school

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ISABEL MARZULLO, CONTRIBUTING WRITER Photo Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons Some students may struggle with getting back into a schooling mindset after the winter break. For some students, getting back into a schooling mindset may mean finding a new routine; for others, it may mean finding a space to study. Regardless, this article provides five tips…

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It’s do or die for the New York Yankees in 2024

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BY COLIN BISH, STAFF WRITER Photo Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons Following the Yankees’ offseason acquisitions and recent in-season shortcomings, New York must prove they can make the World Series. I know it’s a tall task; “You know how hard it is to make the World Series?” many will say. But we’re talking about the New…

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Ravens Lamar Jackson is brutally overrated

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LANDON WASHBURN, CONTRIBUTING WRITER Photo Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons Despite being one of the most entertaining athletes in the league, Lamar Jackson is brutally overrated and will never win a Super Bowl. The Baltimore Ravens quarterback had another All-Pro season and is favored to win the Most Valuable Player Award yet again. He ranked at…

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DeMeco Ryans is undoubtedly Coach of the Year

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BY COLIN BISH, STAFF WRITER Phtot Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons Despite the Houston Texans falling short against the Baltimore Ravens 34-10, Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans should be a lock for the NFL’s Coach of the Year Award.  Last season, the Texans ended their season with a 3-13-1 record, which was second-worst in the NFL.…

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Lil Nas X doesn’t deserve any hate for “J CHRIST”

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BY: JOSEPH DEBELL, OPINION EDITOR Photo courtesy @lilnasx on Instagram If many sought-after and heterosexual hip-hop artists can depict themselves as Jesus Christ or place themselves on a crucifix with little to no backlash, why are people upset when Lil Nas X does it? The only clear answer is that bigoted and homophobic people can’t…

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The Necessities were just what Bonaventure needed

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BY: CONOR AMENDOLA, CONTRIBUTING WRITER Photo courtesy of Conor Amendola There is something electric when a band comes together and performs live. It feels like magic that engages the crowd and connects everyone in attendance through a shared source of enjoyment. The St. Bonaventure University community was just shown this magic thanks to The Necessities,…

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Why Hydroflasks are still way better than Stanleys

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BY: MORGAN KILGER, NEWS EDITOR Phtot Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons I know Hydroflasks are so 2019, but I prefer my Hydroflask over my Stanley cup. I own a Stanley and a Hydroflask, but the Hydroflask is more efficient for my lifestyle than my Stanley. There are some scenarios in which I prefer my Stanley, but…

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The two best picks for the NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year Award

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ANTHONY DASILVA, STAFF WRITER Photo Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons Houston Texans Quarterback C.J. Stroud and Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua have led their teams to the playoffs while breaking records. Stroud and Nacua are the favorites to win the NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year Award. Nacua has had a record-breaking year, but…

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Jams with Joseph — ‘1989 (Taylor’s Version)’

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BY JOSEPH DEBELL, OPINION ASSIGNMENT EDITOR Album cover courtesy of @taylorswift on Instagram ALBUM SCORE: 2.5/5 Stars Stars cortesy of Wikimedia Commons Even though most of the re-recordings of Taylor Swift’s older records have demonstrated  improvements in sound, much of the initial magic is lost on “1989 (Taylor’s Version).” Taylor Swift is an artist who…

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Jams with Joseph — The Beatles’ new song deserves its flowers

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BY JOSEPH DEBELL, OPINION ASSIGNMENT EDITOR Photo courtesy of @thebeatles on Instragram Even though there are minor issues with the mixing process, The Beatles’ new single “Now And Then” is an emotional epilogue to the band’s 60-plus-year journey.  The song was once a passionate John Lennon piano ballad demo from 1977 and was later completed…

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Spotify’s recent decision is unethical and vague

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BY: JOSEPH DEBELL, OPINION ASSIGNMENT EDITOR Spotify logo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons The recent reshuffle of Spotify’s royalty model has led the music-streaming platform to brazenly screw over smaller musicians more than ever. In short, the Billboard and Music Business Worldwide reports both highlight that the royalty-model changes will include a new threshold of minimum…

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The modern college student vs. ‘Grind Culture’

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BY: BLAIR BAPTISTE, CONTRIBUTING WRITER Many modern college students, including myself, continue to fall victim to “Grind Culture.”According to slang.net, Grind Culture is the belief that people must work hard and be productive to prove their worth. This idea is integrated into many parts of our society, especially in media campaigns college-aged people are familiar…

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